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... *The product complies with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the last end user wishes to discard this product, it...with the related European Directives. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in accordance with a black bar symbol. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on recycling and reuse. This ...
... *The product complies with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the last end user wishes to discard this product, it...with the related European Directives. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in accordance with a black bar symbol. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on recycling and reuse. This ...
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...'s cooling fan 39 Setting up your computer 40 Connecting to a power source 40 Charging the main battery 43 Using the computer for the first time 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 45 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory...
...'s cooling fan 39 Setting up your computer 40 Connecting to a power source 40 Charging the main battery 43 Using the computer for the first time 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 45 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory...
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... 3: Mobile Computing 92 Toshiba's energy-saver design 92 Running the computer on battery power 92 Battery Notice 93 Power management 94 Charging the main battery 94 Charging the RTC battery 95 Monitoring main battery power 96 Determining remaining battery power 97 What to do when the main battery runs low .....98 Setting battery notifications 98 Conserving battery power 99 Power...
... 3: Mobile Computing 92 Toshiba's energy-saver design 92 Running the computer on battery power 92 Battery Notice 93 Power management 94 Charging the main battery 94 Charging the RTC battery 95 Monitoring main battery power 96 Determining remaining battery power 97 What to do when the main battery runs low .....98 Setting battery notifications 98 Conserving battery power 99 Power...
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26 Contents Memory problems 146 Power and the batteries 146 Keyboard problems 148 Display problems 148 Disk or storage drive problems 150 Error-checking 150 Optical disc drive problems 151 Sound system problems 152 ... Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166...
26 Contents Memory problems 146 Power and the batteries 146 Keyboard problems 148 Display problems 148 Disk or storage drive problems 150 Error-checking 150 Optical disc drive problems 151 Sound system problems 152 ... Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166...
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... mode. 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 ENERGY STAR® qualified. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. We recommend...provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings to a configuration that ...
... mode. 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 ENERGY STAR® qualified. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. We recommend...provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings to a configuration that ...
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... any part of these instructions could damage the computer or cause system failure. ❖ Never turn on the power again until you skin. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn off the computer. 2. Under certain operating conditions such prolonged contact between the computer base or palm rest and you have taken...
... any part of these instructions could damage the computer or cause system failure. ❖ Never turn on the power again until you skin. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn off the computer. 2. Under certain operating conditions such prolonged contact between the computer base or palm rest and you have taken...
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These components include, but are not limited to ensure a secure electrical connection. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. ...carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. An overload on page 40. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Never pull on page 44 before you can use a multiple connector. Failure to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a...
These components include, but are not limited to ensure a secure electrical connection. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. ...carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. An overload on page 40. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Never pull on page 44 before you can use a multiple connector. Failure to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a...
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...DC-IN 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... page 102 for information on the indicator panel glows white. The AC power light on replacing the main battery. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to...
...DC-IN 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... page 102 for information on the indicator panel glows white. The AC power light on replacing the main battery. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to...
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...your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Getting Started 43 Charging the main battery Charging the main battery Before using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Once the battery is now ready for more than a few hours at a time. Small bright dots ...When opening or closing the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you turn it on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of thin-...
...your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Getting Started 43 Charging the main battery Charging the main battery Before using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Once the battery is now ready for more than a few hours at a time. Small bright dots ...When opening or closing the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you turn it on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of thin-...
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...computer, including the AC adaptor. In either of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on . For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE For this model, Slot A is in Sleep or... be saved. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Slot B is to be installed, it on and data in memory will not be installed in...
...computer, including the AC adaptor. In either of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on . For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE For this model, Slot A is in Sleep or... be saved. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Slot B is to be installed, it on and data in memory will not be installed in...
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...position. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. Make sure to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. Back of the module. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before... restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot....
...position. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. Make sure to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. Back of the module. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before... restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot....
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... module to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main...
... module to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main...
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... wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. To keep your computer carefully to a heavy object such as your battery" on page 105. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Never spray ...disc drive indicator lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Getting Started 79 Caring for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on ...
... wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. To keep your computer carefully to a heavy object such as your battery" on page 105. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Never spray ...disc drive indicator lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Getting Started 79 Caring for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on ...
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... memory until you last saved. If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. See "Saving your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See...
... memory until you last saved. If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. See "Saving your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See...
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We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. Many of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter ...being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 92 Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that enhance its maximum energy efficiency, so that you are away...
We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. Many of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter ...being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 92 Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that enhance its maximum energy efficiency, so that you are away...
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... a port replicator (if applicable to fully discharge the battery periodically. This is consuming full power. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your battery" on battery power Battery Notice Battery life rating is helpful to your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. If the ... management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of time, the battery will be obtained by Toshiba under the specific test settings at maximum capacity and will need to perform at the time of a system...
... a port replicator (if applicable to fully discharge the battery periodically. This is consuming full power. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your battery" on battery power Battery Notice Battery life rating is helpful to your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. If the ... management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of time, the battery will be obtained by Toshiba under the specific test settings at maximum capacity and will need to perform at the time of a system...
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... and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is using all of the system should begin charging after...battery should use it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to a configuration that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it to these settings may only charge while the computer is almost completely discharged. Power management Your computer ships with setup changes, contact Toshiba...
... and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is using all of the system should begin charging after...battery should use it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to a configuration that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it to these settings may only charge while the computer is almost completely discharged. Power management Your computer ships with setup changes, contact Toshiba...
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... computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on page 85 Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may vary by computer model. When Hibernation mode ...or stop working. When fully charged, it charges while the computer is being charged, although the charging status of your system, the RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer's configuration settings. The computer can be used to store your computer was shipped, resulting in ...
... computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on page 85 Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may vary by computer model. When Hibernation mode ...or stop working. When fully charged, it charges while the computer is being charged, although the charging status of your system, the RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer's configuration settings. The computer can be used to store your computer was shipped, resulting in ...
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... being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings...
... being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings...
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..." on page 109 for as long as a percentage. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for more information on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. When the ON/OFF light or power button light flashes amber, it... repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. Mobile Computing 97 Monitoring main battery power HINT: Be careful not to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform its calculations. A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully ...
..." on page 109 for as long as a percentage. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for more information on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. When the ON/OFF light or power button light flashes amber, it... repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. Mobile Computing 97 Monitoring main battery power HINT: Be careful not to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform its calculations. A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully ...