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...and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium... the United States. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This product is already working with the related European Directives. The party responsible for lead (Pb), ...
...and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium... the United States. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This product is already working with the related European Directives. The party responsible for lead (Pb), ...
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 29
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... Caring for optical discs 113 Toshiba's online resources 113 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 117 Monitoring main battery power 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 113 Toshiba's online resources 113 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 117 Monitoring main battery power 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to...
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Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 131 Exploring the desktop 131 Finding your way around the desktop 132 Setting up for communications ... reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 141 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 Using a user password 151...
Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 131 Exploring the desktop 131 Finding your way around the desktop 132 Setting up for communications ... reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 141 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 Using a user password 151...
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... Windows® operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 177... computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
... Windows® operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 177... computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
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...) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. To conserve energy, your work... that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 36
...) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. To conserve energy, your work... that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 36
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... liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment ...electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to spill into any of travel. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never...
... liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment ...electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to spill into any of travel. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never...
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Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU ...
Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU ...
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... to operate. An overload on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to... Failure to the computer. Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always confirm that may result in a fire or electric...
... to operate. An overload on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to... Failure to the computer. Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always confirm that may result in a fire or electric...
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... AC adaptor Handling the cord on this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to follow this product will expose you an indication of the ...main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor...
... AC adaptor Handling the cord on this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to follow this product will expose you an indication of the ...main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor...
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... the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging... See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. After that...
... the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging... See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. After that...
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... the screen technology. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may appear on your screen display when you to turn on the palm rest to slowly open or... Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you turn it on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology.
... the screen technology. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may appear on your screen display when you to turn on the palm rest to slowly open or... Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you turn it on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology.
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... power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may...
... power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may...
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including ...
For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including ...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC .... 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC .... 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional...
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...slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or ... a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer...
...slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or ... a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer...
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... Sleep command to save your work . If you must turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you to fully charge the main battery. You must turn off your computer in -use light are not using it for a while. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down...
... Sleep command to save your work . If you must turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you to fully charge the main battery. You must turn off your computer in -use light are not using it for a while. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down...
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... information, system settings are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Getting Started 85 Turning off . Factors to consider when ...choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you left it...
... information, system settings are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Getting Started 85 Turning off . Factors to consider when ...choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you left it...
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...open programs and files you power down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 ...down command: 1 Click Start. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns...
...open programs and files you power down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 ...down command: 1 Click Start. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns...
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... want the computer to Shut down lists. 88 Getting Started Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... want the computer to Shut down lists. 88 Getting Started Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...