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...with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd)... apply to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the related European Directives. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and ...
...with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd)... apply to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the related European Directives. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and ...
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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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... low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We recommend that ...the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. You can...the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
... low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We recommend that ...the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. You can...the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
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...speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. Turn off the computer. 2. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to the computer. ...prime operating condition, protect your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious...
...speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. Turn off the computer. 2. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to the computer. ...prime operating condition, protect your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious...
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... injury. Overheating your computer. To use it. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. See "Connecting... up your computer Important information on 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. Always make sure your computer is in the "Instruction Manual ...
... injury. Overheating your computer. To use it. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. See "Connecting... up your computer Important information on 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. Always make sure your computer is in the "Instruction Manual ...
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... any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a ... adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor 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 socket, to the ...
... any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a ... adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor 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 socket, to the ...
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...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 ...Start Card that shipped with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord...
...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 ...Start Card that shipped with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord...
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...the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than...AC adaptor to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. After that reduces the power required for system operation and will be...
...the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than...AC adaptor to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. After that reduces the power required for system operation and will be...
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...-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the display panel... force it beyond the point where it . Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for...
...-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the display panel... force it beyond the point where it . Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for...
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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 empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power...
... 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 empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power...
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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. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of ... installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is to a power outlet (even if your computer is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have...
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. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of ... installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is to a power outlet (even if your computer is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have...
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... module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work... 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or...
... module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work... 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or...
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... the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is being accessed, you are off ) to fully charge the main battery. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer installation guide for instructions before...
... the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is being accessed, you are off ) to fully charge the main battery. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer installation guide for instructions before...
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...drive. 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power ... to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). You must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to where you left off. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for several days or...
...drive. 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power ... to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). You must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to where you left off. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for several days or...
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...computer returns to the mode in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using . For information on page 97. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the ...after turning off . For information on page 94. 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 state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were ...
...computer returns to the mode in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using . For information on page 97. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the ...after turning off . For information on page 94. 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 state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were ...
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... Started Turning off the computer NOTE These options can be set . Restarting your computer To start it again 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...
... Started Turning off the computer NOTE These options can be set . Restarting your computer To start it again 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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NOTE These options 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 the computer to go into Hibernation ...
NOTE These options 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 the computer to go into Hibernation ...