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... WEEE (Waste from Electrical 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 (Cd) defined in or...
... WEEE (Waste from Electrical 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 (Cd) defined in or...
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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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...computer to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 36 See ...the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified...
...computer to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 36 See ...the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified...
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...to the computer. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Never allow any liquids to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to spill into any of temperature change such as stereo speakers... field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel.
...to the computer. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Never allow any liquids to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to spill into any of temperature change such as stereo speakers... field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel.
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... the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material...including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer.
... the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material...including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer.
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... could cause fire or damage to remove a plug from a socket. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC... Started 45 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to charge the computer's battery. 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 ...
... could cause fire or damage to remove a plug from a socket. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC... Started 45 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to charge the computer's battery. 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 ...
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... 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... is not plugged into the DC-IN on the side of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect ...
... 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... is not plugged into the DC-IN on the side of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect ...
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...the computer. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. 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 not receiving correct input from the ...After that reduces the power required for information on page 124 for system operation and will be used . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the ...
...the computer. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. 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 not receiving correct input from the ...After that reduces the power required for information on page 124 for system operation and will be used . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the ...
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...the computer for you to turn on your computer. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Your display contains an extremely ...thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time The computer is manufactured using it. Small bright dots may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on your screen display when you turn it moves easily and never lift the computer by the...
...the computer for you to turn on your computer. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Your display contains an extremely ...thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time The computer is manufactured using it. Small bright dots may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on your screen display when you turn it moves easily and never lift the computer by the...
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... operating system has loaded completely. Setting up your software setup choices. Follow the on-screen instructions. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may vary according to your software.
... operating system has loaded completely. Setting up your software setup choices. Follow the on-screen instructions. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may vary according to your software.
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... button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on page 124. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button...
... button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on page 124. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button...
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... the computer right side up the computer. If 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 a power outlet (even if your computer...
... the computer right side up the computer. If 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 a power outlet (even if your computer...
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 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 adequate...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 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 adequate...
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You must turn off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to fully charge the main battery. It is off) to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you must turn off your computer in -use light are ...
You must turn off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to fully charge the main battery. It is off) to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you must turn off your computer in -use light are ...
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... see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 89. 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 will lose data if the main... that, when you restart the computer, you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left off. Sleep saves the current state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs...
... see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 89. 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 will lose data if the main... that, when you restart the computer, you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left off. Sleep saves the current state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs...
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...turns off. Be sure to save your work first. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down command: 1 Click Start. To turn off your computer using the...Sleep mode" on page 91. 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 ...
...turns off. Be sure to save your work first. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down command: 1 Click Start. To turn off your computer using the...Sleep mode" on page 91. 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 power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. 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...
... the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. 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...