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...of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on how to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end...lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed...
...of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on how to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end...lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed...
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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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... for energy efficiency. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following information applies... mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is set to conserve computer energy. 37
... for energy efficiency. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following information applies... mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is set to conserve computer energy. 37
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... To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Turn off the computer. 2. You should accidentally occur, immediately:... 1. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent ...
... To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Turn off the computer. 2. You should accidentally occur, immediately:... 1. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent ...
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... page 46. See "Connecting to your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on your computer.... Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor....
... page 46. See "Connecting to your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on your computer.... Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor....
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... that may have been 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 ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to...Please handle your computer), or use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. 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 the computer. An overload on a power cord/cable to...
... that may have been 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 ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to...Please handle your computer), or use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. 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 the computer. An overload on a power cord/cable to...
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... 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.../cable to the AC adaptor Handling the cord on this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer.
... 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.../cable to the AC adaptor Handling the cord on this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer.
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... required for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can be used . 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. Once...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 using the battery to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main...
... required for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can be used . 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. Once...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 using the battery to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main...
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... bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on battery power. When the computer is now ready for the first time The computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer...
... bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on battery power. When the computer is now ready for the first time The computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer...
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..., do not 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 set up your software When you through steps to ensure that all drives and slots are empty...
..., do not 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 set up your software When you through steps to ensure that all drives and slots are empty...
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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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...located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is the bottom slot. 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. Make sure to be installed, it... using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in Sleep mode). ...
...located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is the bottom slot. 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. Make sure to be installed, it... using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in Sleep mode). ...
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... 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. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Overheating your computer... ❖ Always operate your computer on page 132. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 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. Back of computer Slot B ...
... 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. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Overheating your computer... ❖ Always operate your computer on page 132. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 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. Back of computer Slot B ...
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... Some printers require a specific installation process. It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you are using it up your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to your work. The Add Printer Wizard appears...
... Some printers require a specific installation process. It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you are using it up your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to your work. The Add Printer Wizard appears...
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... 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 one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main... state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. 90 Getting Started Turning off the ...
... 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 one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main... state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. 90 Getting Started Turning off the ...
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...mode. If you power down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to save any open documents and programs to your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode.... For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will ...
...mode. If you power down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to save any open documents and programs to your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode.... For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will ...
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Restarting your computer To start it 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 ...
Restarting your computer To start it 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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..., depending on the Hibernation options set separately for the options 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...
..., depending on the Hibernation options set separately for the options 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...