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... the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the related European Directives. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on how to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) ...will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This Directive applies to EU member ...
... the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the related European Directives. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on how to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) ...will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This Directive applies to EU member ...
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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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...on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on ... that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 36 See the "Mobile... the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you go.
...on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on ... that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 36 See the "Mobile... the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you go.
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Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. If any part of the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain...
Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. If any part of the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain...
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...: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your...
...: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your...
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...Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to operate. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully ... serious injury. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. 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....
...Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to operate. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully ... serious injury. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. 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....
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... to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to follow this product will expose you an indication of California to cause birth defects or other ...Failure to the State 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 ...
... to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to follow this product will expose you an indication of California to cause birth defects or other ...Failure to the State 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 ...
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...using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer. Once the battery is using the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. After that reduces the power required for information on page 124 for system... operation and will be used . See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer, you must charge the...
...using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer. Once the battery is using the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. After that reduces the power required for information on page 124 for system... operation and will be used . See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer, you must charge the...
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When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. To avoid ... and begin using high-precision technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you...
When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. To avoid ... and begin using high-precision technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you...
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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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... lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. The computer closes all open programs...
... lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. The computer closes all open programs...
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... the computer has recognized the additional memory module. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating... including those located 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 page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer.
... the computer has recognized the additional memory module. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating... including those located 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 page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer.
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... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your 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 or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never ...
... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your 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 or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never ...
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... you to where you left off. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using the computer for several days or if you may...
... you to where you left off. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using the computer for several days or if you may...
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... system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the... information, system settings are retained indefinitely. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from ...
... system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the... information, system settings are retained indefinitely. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from ...
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... open programs, shuts down button in which you left it, including all open programs, shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your computer. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click... the computer will be lost. 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, shuts down button in which you left it, including all open programs, shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your computer. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click... the computer will be lost. 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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... computer is running on the options set. 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...
... computer is running on the options set. 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...