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...and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is intended to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users ... (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in accordance with a black bar symbol. This product is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE-Marking is already working with the Information: requirements of the Low Voltage Directive...
...and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is intended to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users ... (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in accordance with a black bar symbol. This product is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE-Marking is already working with the Information: requirements of the Low Voltage Directive...
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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 120 Toshiba's online resources 120 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 121 Battery Notice 122 Power management 123 Using additional batteries 123 Charging batteries 123 Charging the main battery 124 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring main battery power 125 Determining remaining battery power 126 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 120 Toshiba's online resources 120 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 121 Battery Notice 122 Power management 123 Using additional batteries 123 Charging batteries 123 Charging the main battery 124 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring main battery power 125 Determining remaining battery power 126 What to...
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34 Contents Maintaining your battery 136 Disposing of used batteries 136 Traveling tips 138 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 139 Exploring the desktop 139 Finding your way around the desktop 140 Setting up for ...Web Camera 145 Using the Memory card reader 146 Inserting memory media 146 Removing memory media 147 Chapter 5: Utilities 149 TOSHIBA Assist 150 Connect 151 Secure 152 Protect & Fix 153 Optimize 154 TOSHIBA Application Installer 155 Setting passwords 156 Using an instant password 156 Using a supervisor password 157 Using a user password 158...
34 Contents Maintaining your battery 136 Disposing of used batteries 136 Traveling tips 138 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 139 Exploring the desktop 139 Finding your way around the desktop 140 Setting up for ...Web Camera 145 Using the Memory card reader 146 Inserting memory media 146 Removing memory media 147 Chapter 5: Utilities 149 TOSHIBA Assist 150 Connect 151 Secure 152 Protect & Fix 153 Optimize 154 TOSHIBA Application Installer 155 Setting passwords 156 Using an instant password 156 Using a supervisor password 157 Using a user password 158...
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... USB Sleep and Charge 166 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 168 Power supply mode settings 168 USB Sleep and Music 169 TOSHIBA Button Support 170 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint utility limitations 172 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint Logon 173 Care and maintenance of...; operating system can help you 185 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 186 Checking device properties 186 Memory problems 187 Power and the batteries 187 Keyboard problems 189 Display problems 189 Disk or storage drive problems 191
... USB Sleep and Charge 166 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 168 Power supply mode settings 168 USB Sleep and Music 169 TOSHIBA Button Support 170 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint utility limitations 172 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint Logon 173 Care and maintenance of...; operating system can help you 185 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 186 Checking device properties 186 Memory problems 187 Power and the batteries 187 Keyboard problems 189 Display problems 189 Disk or storage drive problems 191
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...you go. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is set to ...ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, ...
...you go. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is set to ...ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, ...
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... keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Precautions ...ease of use, and to the computer. If any part of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid ...
... keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Precautions ...ease of use, and to the computer. If any part of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid ...
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...Safety and Comfort" that is in serious injury. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or ...AC adaptor with your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or 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 is...
...Safety and Comfort" that is in serious injury. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or ...AC adaptor with your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or 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 is...
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... to a live electrical outlet, or to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always confirm 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 charge the computer... the plug directly. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging...
... to a live electrical outlet, or to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always confirm 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 charge the computer... the plug directly. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging...
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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... to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. 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. The AC power light...
...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... to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. 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. The AC power light...
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...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. Once the battery is charged for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a ... the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the...
...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. Once the battery is charged for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a ... the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the...
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...the screen technology. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the... a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. 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 computer is...
...the screen technology. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the... a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. 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 computer is...
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... power To 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 your software setup choices.
... power To 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 your software setup choices.
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54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. P740 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer P750 series Memory module slot cover P770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 132.
54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. P740 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer P750 series Memory module slot cover P770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 132.
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...an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is the top 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. Overheating your computer and AC ..., it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode...
...an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is the top 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. Overheating your computer and AC ..., it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode...
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Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Make sure to remove the soft cloth ...in Sleep mode). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ...
Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Make sure to remove the soft cloth ...in Sleep mode). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ...
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... computer again, you must turn off your work . Options for several days or if you will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. It is being accessed, you are off your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down or Hibernate command if you will...
... computer again, you must turn off your work . Options for several days or if you will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. It is being accessed, you are off your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down or Hibernate command if you will...
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... After your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when... choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in Sleep mode. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to use and ...
... After your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when... choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in Sleep mode. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to use and ...
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...Shut down button 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 unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. To turn off your computer. The computer closes all open programs, ... system, and then turns off. 92 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns ...
...Shut down button 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 unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. To turn off your computer. The computer closes all open programs, ... system, and then turns off. 92 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns ...
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... pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running 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...
... pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running 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...