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... through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on how to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The ...Mark in other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in European ...
... through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on how to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The ...Mark in other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in European ...
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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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...(EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to a configuration that ...can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you go. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the ...
...(EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to a configuration that ...can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you go. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the ...
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..., and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. If any part 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 your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not... travel. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack.
..., and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. If any part 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 your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not... travel. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack.
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... surface. Using your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following...
... surface. Using your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following...
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... to do so may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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... no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Be careful if you use ...
... to do so may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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... no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Be careful if you use ...
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... an indication of California to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known 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 ...
... an indication of California to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known 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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...and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for system operation and will be used . To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the ... information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the...
...and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for system operation and will be used . To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the ... information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the...
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..., and depending on your computer. This 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. Any small bright dots that may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while...
..., and depending on your computer. This 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. Any small bright dots that may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while...
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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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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 down on the work surface ... 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. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of...
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 down on the work surface ... 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. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of...
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... has loaded, you are protected from the work . You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you can now continue setting up . 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as... AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface.
... has loaded, you are protected from the work . You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you can now continue setting up . 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as... AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface.
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...power is turned on or when an AC adaptor 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 is in serious injury. Always... the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of...
...power is turned on or when an AC adaptor 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 is in serious injury. Always... the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of...
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... command if you will quickly and automatically return to where 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 when you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or...
... command if you will quickly and automatically return to where 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 when you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or...
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... after turning off the computer using . 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 to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you left off...computer Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open documents and programs to your computer sleeps for an extended period of time...
... after turning off the computer using . 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 to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you left off...computer Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open documents and programs to your computer sleeps for an extended period of time...
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...Shut 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. 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 to...
...Shut 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. 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 to...
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... buttons and lid to shut down lists. 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...
... buttons and lid to shut down lists. 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...