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... wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. For information on recycling and reuse. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical... the adoption of waste management strategies that this product. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in other partners to determine appropriate...
... wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. For information on recycling and reuse. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical... the adoption of waste management strategies that this product. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in other partners to determine appropriate...
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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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... Windows® operating system can help you 168 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 169 Checking device properties 169 Memory problems 170 Power and the batteries 170 Keyboard problems 172 Display problems 172 Disk or storage drive problems 174 Error-checking 174 Optical disc drive problems 175 Sound system problems 178... 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 187 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 188 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
... Windows® operating system can help you 168 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 169 Checking device properties 169 Memory problems 170 Power and the batteries 170 Keyboard problems 172 Display problems 172 Disk or storage drive problems 174 Error-checking 174 Optical disc drive problems 175 Sound system problems 178... 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 187 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 188 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
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... meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies... model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. Your computer ships with the ...
... meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies... model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. Your computer ships with the ...
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... the computer 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. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid... environment and tips for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day.
... the computer 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. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid... environment and tips for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day.
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...a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on a hard flat surface. In...: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer on page 49 before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use ...
...a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on a hard flat surface. In...: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer on page 49 before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use ...
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...possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to do so may have been provided with 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. Use of fire or other damage to the ...a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 connection. ...
...possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to do so may have been provided with 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. Use of fire or other damage to the ...a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 connection. ...
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...Failure to follow this product will 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 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect... 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 the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the...
...Failure to follow this product will 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 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect... 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 the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the...
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...TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select ...power supply. After that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC ...
...TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select ...power supply. After that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC ...
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...screen technology. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power. Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to turn it on your screen display when you turn on ...and begin using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer...
...screen technology. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power. Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to turn it on your screen display when you turn on ...and begin using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer...
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... of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software When 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 and release the power button. When you turn...
... of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software When 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 and release the power button. When you turn...
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...of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4...Start. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one or two memory modules. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be lost. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (...
...of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4...Start. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one or two memory modules. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be lost. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (...
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... a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is connected to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the ... on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of computer ...
... a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is connected to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the ... on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of computer ...
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 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 remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 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 remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned...
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... more than one option available for several days or 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 or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for turning off the computer: Shut down...
... more than one option available for several days or 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 or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for turning off the computer: Shut down...
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... Because the state of the system is stored 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 memory, you left off the computer Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the...after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you were using. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. For information on...
... Because the state of the system is stored 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 memory, you left off the computer Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the...after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you were using. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. For information on...
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... 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 computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your unsaved information...try to enter Hibernation mode. Getting Started 87 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 ...
... 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 computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your unsaved information...try to enter Hibernation mode. Getting Started 87 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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... actions that you can turn it off the computer 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to shut down lists. Once the computer is running 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...
... actions that you can turn it off the computer 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to shut down lists. Once the computer is running 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...
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... Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can place it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you press...
... Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can place it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you press...