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...end-of-life strategies for our products. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for applicable laws and regulations ...governing the disposal of this product. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary ...
...end-of-life strategies for our products. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for applicable laws and regulations ...governing the disposal of this product. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary ...
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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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...energy. 37 To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. You ...can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We recommend that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment ...
...energy. 37 To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. You ...can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We recommend that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment ...
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... not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of use, and to the computer. Failure to follow these ...injury or permanent damage to withstand the rigors of your computer, and never expose the computer to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of the computer. Exposure to the computer. ❖ Avoid ...
... not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of use, and to the computer. Failure to follow these ...injury or permanent damage to withstand the rigors of your computer, and never expose the computer to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of the computer. Exposure to the computer. ❖ Avoid ...
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... of the computer. ❖ Always operate your software" on page 50 before you must complete all setup steps up to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power...or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition...
... of the computer. ❖ Always operate your software" on page 50 before you must complete all setup steps up to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power...or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition...
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...adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Be careful if you 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 follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any ...
...adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Be careful if you 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 follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any ...
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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 adaptor...a live electrical outlet. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. The AC power light on the side of California to cause birth...
...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...a live electrical outlet. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. The AC power light on the side of California to cause birth...
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...If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. Once the battery is charged for information on the applications, power management settings, and... features used to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for ...
...If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. Once the battery is charged for information on the applications, power management settings, and... features used to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for ...
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... may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you... objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Small bright dots may appear...
... may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you... objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Small bright dots may appear...
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... glows white. (Sample Illustration) Turning on -screen instructions. The first time you turn on your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on the computer for the first time...
... glows white. (Sample Illustration) Turning on -screen instructions. The first time you turn on your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on the computer for the first time...
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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 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
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... the work surface before restarting the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back 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 on page 132. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Using your computer or... on or when an AC adaptor is the top slot. Slot B is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
... the work surface before restarting the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back 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 on page 132. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Using your computer or... on or when an AC adaptor is the top slot. Slot B is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
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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 a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause...
... (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 a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause...
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... appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to lose your printer installation guide for the first time. If you are not using the computer for a while. Setting up...
... appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to lose your printer installation guide for the first time. If you are not using the computer for a while. Setting up...
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...not be using the computer for turning off the computer: Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep. Factors to ...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 system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main...
...not be using the computer for turning off the computer: Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep. Factors to ...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 system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main...
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...Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where 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 commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in ... the computer 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 . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Be sure to use and...
...Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where 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 commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in ... the computer 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 . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Be sure to use and...
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... the computer is configured, you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. If you turn 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...
... the computer is configured, you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. If you turn 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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.... ❖ Power button action Set this option to go into Hibernation mode 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to Hibernate if you...
.... ❖ Power button action Set this option to go into Hibernation mode 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to Hibernate if you...