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... design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. The party responsible for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the...
... design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. The party responsible for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the...
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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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...features active, so that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency... to conserve computer energy. 37 We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable...
...features active, so that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency... to conserve computer energy. 37 We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable...
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...that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of travel. 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 ...your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖...
...that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of travel. 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 ...your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖...
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NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. Using your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. Read the...10070; Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer 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. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. ...
NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. Using your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. Read the...10070; Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer 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. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. ...
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...or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible AC adaptor or... and AC adaptor Always use a multiple connector. 46 Getting Started 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....
...or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible AC adaptor or... and AC adaptor Always use a multiple connector. 46 Getting Started 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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The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the Quick Start Card that ... 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 ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not...
The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the Quick Start Card that ... 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 ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not...
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...the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that reduces the power required 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. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid...
...the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that reduces the power required 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. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid...
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Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Small bright dots may not be careful ... to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for you turn it on and begin using high-precision technology...
Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Small bright dots may not be careful ... to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for you turn it on and begin using high-precision technology...
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... time you 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 and release the power button. 50 Getting Started...
... time you 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 and release the power button. 50 Getting Started...
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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 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.
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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 underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor ... when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. Using your computer is to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 132. 16 Turn the...
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 underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor ... when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. Using your computer is to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 132. 16 Turn the...
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... 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 a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on.... Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... 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 a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on.... Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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Refer to lose your work. Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you are not using the computer for instructions before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you turn off the computer NOTE ...
Refer to lose your work. Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you are not using the computer for instructions before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you turn off the computer NOTE ...
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...TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down option 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 one option available for several days or if you must turn... off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to maintain the saved information, system settings are off. Since Hibernation mode does not ...
...TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down option 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 one option available for several days or if you must turn... off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to maintain the saved information, system settings are off. Since Hibernation mode does not ...
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...will try to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖... While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less...
...will try to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖... While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less...
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... be set . If you turn off by opening the display panel. 94 Getting Started Turning 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...
... be set . If you turn off by opening the display panel. 94 Getting Started Turning 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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... actions that you can place it into Hibernation mode 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 action Set this option to Hibernate if you want . NOTE These options can be set...
... actions that you can place it into Hibernation mode 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 action Set this option to Hibernate if you want . NOTE These options can be set...