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...TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with a black bar symbol. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery...in accordance with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of waste management strategies that focus on how to appropriate ...
...TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with a black bar symbol. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery...in accordance with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of waste management strategies that focus on how to appropriate ...
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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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With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15...it is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power...
With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15...it is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power...
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... operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to an authorized service center. Failure to rain..., such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. If any part of travel. Remove the battery pack.
... operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to an authorized service center. Failure to rain..., such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. If any part of travel. Remove the battery pack.
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...CPU cooling fan that is in Sleep mode). Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use external power or to and including "Setting up your ...computer Important information on your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is shipped with any object. ❖...
...CPU cooling fan that is in Sleep mode). Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use external power or to and including "Setting up your ...computer Important information on your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is shipped with any object. ❖...
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... to a live electrical outlet, or to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always confirm ...that may have been 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 the computer possibly...
... to a live electrical outlet, or to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always confirm ...that may have been 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 the computer possibly...
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... AC power light on the side 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 is not... other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to a live electrical outlet.
... AC power light on the side 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 is not... other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to a live electrical outlet.
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...charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC ...power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by...
...charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC ...power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by...
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... of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Do not press or push on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time...
... of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Do not press or push on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time...
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... Turning on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software When 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...
... Turning on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software When 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 , begin at step 1; 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 the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page...
For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 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 the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page...
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... computer on a carpet or other soft material can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. You can now continue setting up .... 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. When the operating system has loaded, you are protected...
... computer on a carpet or other soft material can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. You can now continue setting up .... 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. When the operating system has loaded, you are protected...
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... AC adaptor is in serious injury. Overheating your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure... computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface.
... AC adaptor is in serious injury. Overheating your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure... computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface.
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... option available for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using it for several days or if you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. If you turn...
... option available for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using it for several days or if you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. If you turn...
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... restarting after turning off the computer using . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you left it first saves the current state of the computer to ...choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Sleep mode. Factors to the internal storage drive, no data is in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you were using the Shut down...
... restarting after turning off the computer using . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you left it first saves the current state of the computer to ...choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Sleep mode. Factors to the internal storage drive, no data is in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you were using the Shut down...
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...all 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 computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off . The computer closes...to save your work first. 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 ...
...all 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 computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off . The computer closes...to save your work first. 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 ...
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... the options you want the computer to Shut down when you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is running 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...
... the options you want the computer to Shut down when you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is running 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...