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... disposal of this product, it must be sent to discard this product. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on the battery. The party responsible for CE-Marking is carrying the CE-Mark in or recycle your local government for recovery and ...recycling. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect ...
... disposal of this product, it must be sent to discard this product. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on the battery. The party responsible for CE-Marking is carrying the CE-Mark in or recycle your local government for recovery and ...recycling. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect ...
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Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
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... Caring for optical discs 119 Toshiba's online resources 119 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 120 Toshiba's energy-saver design 120 Running the computer on battery power 120 Battery Notice 121 Power management 122 Using additional batteries 122 Charging batteries 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 123 Monitoring main battery power 124 Determining remaining battery power 125 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 119 Toshiba's online resources 119 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 120 Toshiba's energy-saver design 120 Running the computer on battery power 120 Battery Notice 121 Power management 122 Using additional batteries 122 Charging batteries 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 123 Monitoring main battery power 124 Determining remaining battery power 125 What to...
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... Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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... you wherever you purchased is qualified, it 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 ships with the power management options preset to... power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy ...
... you wherever you purchased is qualified, it 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 ships with the power management options preset to... power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy ...
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...to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment ...conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and ...
...to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment ...conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and ...
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...See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC ...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 can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Getting Started 45 Setting up your computer Important information on ...
...See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC ...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 can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Getting Started 45 Setting up your computer Important information on ...
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...connection. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer carefully to the computer. 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 ... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to operate. 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 avoid scratching or damaging the surface. AC adaptor Power...
...connection. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer carefully to the computer. 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 ... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to operate. 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 avoid scratching or damaging the surface. AC adaptor Power...
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...light on the side 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 connect or disconnect a power plug with your 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. Getting Started 47 Connecting...
...light on the side 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 connect or disconnect a power plug with your 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. Getting Started 47 Connecting...
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..., and features used to run applications, features, and devices. Continuing to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to select a ... time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. 48 Getting Started Charging the main...
..., and features used to run applications, features, and devices. Continuing to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to select a ... time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. 48 Getting Started Charging the main...
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... time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn on battery power. Over a period of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by...
... time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn on battery power. Over a period of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by...
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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 your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on the computer for the first time, do not...
... 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 your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on the computer for the first time, do not...
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54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover
54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover
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... from overheating when the power is turned on page 132. 16 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is the top slot. Slot B is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert...
... from overheating when the power is turned on page 132. 16 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is the top slot. Slot B is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert...
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... (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 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 the work surface before restarting the...
... (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 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 the work surface before restarting the...
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The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are using it up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off ...
The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are using it up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off ...
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... computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. 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 lost if the main...first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. 90...
... computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. 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 lost if the main...first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. 90...
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... using the Hibernation or Shut down using . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it , including ...computer returns to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off . For information on how to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into ...
... using the Hibernation or Shut down using . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it , including ...computer returns to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off . For information on how to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into ...
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... the display panel. Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down menu Hibernate If you turn off the computer by 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 display panel. Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down menu Hibernate If you turn off the computer by 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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... for the options you want the computer to Hibernate if 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 action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... for the options you want the computer to Hibernate if 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 action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...