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...product complies with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. For information on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Although the initial emphasis is in accordance with a black bar symbol. The party responsible for CE-... market in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of this product. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse...
...product complies with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. For information on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Although the initial emphasis is in accordance with a black bar symbol. The party responsible for CE-... market in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of this product. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse...
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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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... applies. We recommend that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has ... wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its ...
... applies. We recommend that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has ... wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its ...
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... in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. If any part...
... in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. If any part...
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... to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your ...computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor ...
... to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your ...computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor ...
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... resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power 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 the... socket, to the computer. Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use a multiple connector. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor...
... resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power 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 the... socket, to the computer. Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use a multiple connector. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor...
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... attempt 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 Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet... 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...
... attempt 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 Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet... 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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... plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the... battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Once the battery is charged for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully...
... plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the... battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Once the battery is charged for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully...
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...hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic ...of the screen will dim and you may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Any small bright dots that may not...
...hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic ...of the screen will dim and you may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Any small bright dots that may not...
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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. The ON/OFF ...
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. The ON/OFF ...
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... install one memory module is to step 3. 1 Click Start. 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; If the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in the... 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off ....
... install one memory module is to step 3. 1 Click Start. 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; If the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in the... 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off ....
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... Started Adding memory (optional) Back 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 a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory... damage or 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.
... Started Adding memory (optional) Back 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 a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory... damage or 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.
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out 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 or...). Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up.
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out 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 or...). Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up.
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... hardware (such as memory). Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to...
... hardware (such as memory). Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to...
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...❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you left off the computer ... the computer into a power-saving mode. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you were using the Shut down...
...❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you left off the computer ... the computer into a power-saving mode. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you were using the Shut down...
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...and then turns off your computer using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work or the current state of the Start menu. 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 returns...
...and then turns off your computer using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work or the current state of the Start menu. 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 returns...
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... 5 Select the options you want from the drop-down when you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Shut down if you...
... 5 Select the options you want from the drop-down when you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Shut down if you...
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... power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Sleep Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down button in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to the Shut down...
... power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Sleep Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down button in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to the Shut down...