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...EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to trade-in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of this product, it must... engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment...
...EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to trade-in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of this product, it must... engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment...
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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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...conserve energy, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to the world of inactivity in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to a configuration that... your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you go. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode ...
...conserve energy, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to the world of inactivity in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to a configuration that... your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you go. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode ...
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... electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. If any part of travel. Remove the battery pack. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime...
... electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. If any part of travel. Remove the battery pack. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime...
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... the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. 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. ... memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or other soft material ...
... the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. 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. ... memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or other soft material ...
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... connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. 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 ensure a secure electrical... remove a plug from a socket. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always grasp the ...
... connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. 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 ensure a secure electrical... remove a plug from a socket. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always grasp the ...
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... the DC-IN 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... plugged into the computer or AC outlet The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. NOTE Locate the DC-IN ...
... the DC-IN 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... plugged into the computer or AC outlet The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. NOTE Locate the DC-IN ...
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... be completely charged and ready to power the computer. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes ...power source with the computer turned off for system operation and will be used . Continuing to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge. After that reduces the power required for more than a few...
... be completely charged and ready to power the computer. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes ...power source with the computer turned off for system operation and will be used . Continuing to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge. After that reduces the power required for more than a few...
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... objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is operated on...
... objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is operated on...
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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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... 3. 1 Click Start. L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut...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. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover...
... 3. 1 Click Start. L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut...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. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover...
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...Never place your computer on page 59. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work . Always make sure your computer is turned on page 126. 16 Turn... NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have at the base ...
...Never place your computer on page 59. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work . Always make sure your computer is turned on page 126. 16 Turn... NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have at the base ...
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...at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source,... Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the ...
...at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source,... Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the ...
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... working after all disk/disc activity lights are off. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down option to turn off your computer, save your computer when you are not using the computer for several...
... working after all disk/disc activity lights are off. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down option to turn off your computer, save your computer when you are not using the computer for several...
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...and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 89. 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 in Sleep mode. For information on how to maintain the saved information, system ...your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main...
...and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 89. 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 in Sleep mode. For information on how to maintain the saved information, system ...your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main...
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...shuts down button in which you left it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your work or the current state of the Start menu. Start button Shut down ...and then turns off your computer. 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 ...
...shuts down button in which you left it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your work or the current state of the Start menu. Start button Shut down ...and then turns off your computer. 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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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 ...
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 ...