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... R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with a black bar symbol. This ...on recycling and reuse. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The party responsible for our products. Although the initial emphasis 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...
... R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with a black bar symbol. This ...on recycling and reuse. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The party responsible for our products. Although the initial emphasis 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...
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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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...your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you leave this computer to a configuration that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by ...pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. If the model you go. See the "Mobile Computing" ...
...your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you leave this computer to a configuration that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by ...pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. If the model you go. See the "Mobile Computing" ...
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... work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. Disconnect the AC adaptor from... power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack.
... work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. Disconnect the AC adaptor from... power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack.
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...source" on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting...NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your ...
...source" on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting...NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your ...
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... to do so may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of fire or other damage to the computer. Always use the...possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. 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 ...
... to do so may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of fire or other damage to the computer. Always use the...possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. 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 ...
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...Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 46 Getting Started ...Never 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 Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC ...
...Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 46 Getting Started ...Never 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 Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC ...
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... that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for... is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Once the battery is using the battery to recharge. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC...
... that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for... is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Once the battery is using the battery to recharge. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC...
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...on your computer. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to remove any pens or other hand to turn 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... the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to increase the brightness of the screen while on the palm rest to hold the...
...on your computer. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to remove any pens or other hand to turn 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... the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to increase the brightness of the screen while on the palm rest to hold the...
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... on the power To turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. 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. NOTE The names...
... on the power To turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. 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. NOTE The names...
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... Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in Slot A. If the computer is on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. You can install one memory module is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected... B. NOTE For this model, Slot A is to step 3. 1 Click Start. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be lost. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 125. If only one or two memory modules.
... Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in Slot A. If the computer is on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. You can install one memory module is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected... B. NOTE For this model, Slot A is to step 3. 1 Click Start. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be lost. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 125. If only one or two memory modules.
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... 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. If only one memory module is in Sleep mode). Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or... and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. Slot B is the bottom ...
... 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. If only one memory module is in Sleep mode). Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or... and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. Slot B is the bottom ...
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... adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... are using the computer for several days or if you must turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to turn off your computer, save your work . Getting Started 85 Turning off the...
... are using the computer for several days or if you must turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to turn off your computer, save your work . Getting Started 85 Turning off the...
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... left off the 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 Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the internal storage drive. 86 Getting Started Turning off . Since ... an extended period of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main...
... left off the 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 Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the internal storage drive. 86 Getting Started Turning off . Since ... an extended period of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main...
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...computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns ...without saving your work first. 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 ...
...computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns ...without saving your work first. 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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... buttons and lid to shut down lists. Getting Started 89 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. Getting Started 89 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...
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... in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...