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... for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in European Union... suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. For information on recycling and reuse. 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 Electronic...
... for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in European Union... suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. For information on recycling and reuse. 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 Electronic...
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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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See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-...power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is labeled with...
See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-...power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is labeled with...
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Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could ... that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack.
Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could ... that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack.
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...located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Getting Started 45 Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling... steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer. To use external power or to a power ...
...located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Getting Started 45 Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling... steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer. To use external power or to a power ...
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... serious injury. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. Failure to remove a plug from a socket. 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...
... serious injury. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. Failure to remove a plug from a socket. 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...
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...white. The AC power light on the Quick Start Card that shipped with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives 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 ...
...white. The AC power light on the Quick Start Card that shipped with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives 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 ...
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... glows white. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features ...power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the ...
... glows white. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features ...power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the ...
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...screen display when you to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The...display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on the palm rest to slowly ...
...screen display when you to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The...display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on the palm rest to slowly ...
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... guides you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on your software When 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. Follow the on...
... guides you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on your software When 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. Follow the on...
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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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... 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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Using your computer...
... 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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Using your computer...
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...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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. In this condition... failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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 slot. Back of the computer.
...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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. In this condition... failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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 slot. Back of the computer.
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... guide for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is being accessed, you to fully charge the main battery. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to your work. Setting up the printer once. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware...
... guide for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is being accessed, you to fully charge the main battery. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to your work. Setting up the printer once. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware...
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...Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. You must turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Since Hibernation mode does not.... Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to upgrade 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. 90 Getting Started Turning off ...
...Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. You must turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Since Hibernation mode does not.... Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to upgrade 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. 90 Getting Started Turning off ...
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... starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. NOTE After your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. Getting Started 91 Turning ... the computer into a power-saving mode. 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...
... starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. NOTE After your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. Getting Started 91 Turning ... the computer into a power-saving mode. 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...
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...) Shut down button in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. If you turn 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...
...) Shut down button in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. If you turn 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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NOTE These options can place it 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 go into Hibernation ...
NOTE These options can place it 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 go into Hibernation ...