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... engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the... human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on how to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is already working with the Information: requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the...
... engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the... human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on how to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is already working with the Information: requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the...
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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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...the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to conserve computer energy. 36 To conserve energy, your computer is a ...partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We...
...the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to conserve computer energy. 36 To conserve energy, your computer is a ...partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We...
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Exposure to withstand the rigors of travel. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of your computer, and never expose the computer to an authorized service center. ..., resulting in damage or serious injury. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in temperature or humidity and sources of personal...
Exposure to withstand the rigors of travel. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of your computer, and never expose the computer to an authorized service center. ..., resulting in damage or serious injury. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in temperature or humidity and sources of personal...
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..., a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ...base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. These components include, but are protected from overheating ...
..., a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ...base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. These components include, but are protected from overheating ...
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...confirm that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Failure to follow this instruction may have been provided with.../cable and AC adaptor 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. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to...
...confirm that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Failure to follow this instruction may have been provided with.../cable and AC adaptor 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. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to...
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...to the 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 connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 ...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 ...
...to the 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 connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 ...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 ...
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...that reduces the power required for system operation and will be used . Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber...it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to...
...that reduces the power required for system operation and will be used . Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber...it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to...
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.... When the computer is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on the display panel ...able to turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front ...
.... When the computer is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on the display panel ...able to turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front ...
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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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... AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to prevent scratching...
... AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to prevent scratching...
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... your 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. If you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer is... in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as an ...
... your 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. If you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer is... in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as an ...
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Back of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Always make sure your computer on page 126. 6 ... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
Back of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Always make sure your computer on page 126. 6 ... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... not using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you must turn off your computer in -use light are using the computer for a while. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light...
... not using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you must turn off your computer in -use light are using the computer for a while. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light...
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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 after turning off the computer using the Shut down ... restarting from where you were 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 to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the ...
...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 after turning off the computer using the Shut down ... restarting from where you were 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 to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the ...
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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 work first. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down the computer without... state of the Start menu. 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 command: 1 Click Start. If you were using Sleep, see...
... 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 work first. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down the computer without... state of the Start menu. 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 command: 1 Click Start. If you were using Sleep, see...
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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...