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...lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on how to trade-in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal ...of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical ...
...lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on how to trade-in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal ...of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical ...
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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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..., your computer is set to conserve computer energy. 37 Introduction Welcome to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by ... information applies. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
..., your computer is set to conserve computer energy. 37 Introduction Welcome to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by ... information applies. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
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... any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer....as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or...
... any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer....as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or...
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... mode). NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a hard flat surface. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all...a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. See "Connecting to a power source" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Always make sure your computer on the computer. Using your computer on a ...
... mode). NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a hard flat surface. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all...a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. See "Connecting to a power source" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Always make sure your computer on the computer. Using your computer on a ...
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... (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor 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. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. An overload on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or other damage to avoid any damage caused by use ...
... (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor 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. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. An overload on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or other damage to avoid any damage caused by use ...
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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. NOTE Locate the DC-IN ... AC power 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 adaptor is not...
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. NOTE Locate the DC-IN ... AC power 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 adaptor is not...
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... the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. After that reduces the... the first 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 time to power the computer. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main...
... the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. After that reduces the... the first 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 time to power the computer. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main...
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Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on battery power. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 ... you may appear on the usage of the computer, the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for you turn it on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on your computer. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using...
Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on battery power. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 ... you may appear on the usage of the computer, the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for you turn it on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on your computer. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using...
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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. NOTE The names...
... 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. NOTE The names...
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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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...is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding ... serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. Overheating your computer is connected to be installed in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 132. 16 Turn the computer right side up. In this model, Slot A is the top slot.
...is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding ... serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. Overheating your computer is connected to be installed in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 132. 16 Turn the computer right side up. In this model, Slot A is the top slot.
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... module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖.... 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.
... module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖.... 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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... set it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. Turning off the computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Setting up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer Pressing the power button...
... set it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. Turning off the computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Setting up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer Pressing the power button...
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... Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to maintain the saved information, system settings are off your computer's internal hardware (such ... and decide to continue working after turning off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when choosing...
... Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to maintain the saved information, system settings are off your computer's internal hardware (such ... and decide to continue working after turning off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when choosing...
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...information will try 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 the state in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off the... while the computer is in which you left it , including all open programs and files you power down 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...
...information will try 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 the state in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off the... while the computer is in which you left it , including all open programs and files you power down 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...
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... off the computer by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can turn off 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...
... off the computer by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can turn off 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 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 display the actions...
... for the options you want the computer 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 display the actions...