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2 Contents Introduction 10 Setting up your computer and getting started 13 Creating recovery DVDs/media 16 Learning the basics 17 Using the TouchPad 18 Using the optical disc drive 20 Using the Web Camera 24 Using the Memory card reader 24 Moving the computer 26 Mobile computing 26 Taking care of your battery 30 If something goes wrong 32 If you need further assistance 35 Power cord/cable connectors 36 Features and specifications 36
2 Contents Introduction 10 Setting up your computer and getting started 13 Creating recovery DVDs/media 16 Learning the basics 17 Using the TouchPad 18 Using the optical disc drive 20 Using the Web Camera 24 Using the Memory card reader 24 Moving the computer 26 Mobile computing 26 Taking care of your battery 30 If something goes wrong 32 If you need further assistance 35 Power cord/cable connectors 36 Features and specifications 36
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...that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary Information: *The product complies with the related European Directives. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on the market in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-...out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. 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 the...
...that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary Information: *The product complies with the related European Directives. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on the market in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-...out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. 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 the...
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... or registered trademarks of Toshiba's commitment to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in the United States and/or other brand and product names are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. 10 Introduction Trademarks Satellite Pro is a registered trademark of...
... or registered trademarks of Toshiba's commitment to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in the United States and/or other brand and product names are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. 10 Introduction Trademarks Satellite Pro is a registered trademark of...
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... computer. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your computer. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of... the computer or cause system failure. Setting up your computer and getting started 13 Setting up your computer and getting started The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your computer carefully to avoid scratching...
... computer. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your computer. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of... the computer or cause system failure. Setting up your computer and getting started 13 Setting up your computer and getting started The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your computer carefully to avoid scratching...
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... possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Connecting to a power source Your computer requires...Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are examples of some of the many possible icons used on 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 all those ...
... possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Connecting to a power source Your computer requires...Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are examples of some of the many possible icons used on 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 all those ...
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...: Some programs have an automatic save the information stored on your DVDs or USB flash drive(s) will be lost. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will know in which order to insert the discs during the process of copying the recovery.... All information stored on your external media to another storage device before executing this procedure, or use blank media. 5 Click the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box. 6 Follow the on your work stays in the set sequentially (for example, "1 of 3," "2 of 3," etc.), so ...
...: Some programs have an automatic save the information stored on your DVDs or USB flash drive(s) will be lost. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will know in which order to insert the discs during the process of copying the recovery.... All information stored on your external media to another storage device before executing this procedure, or use blank media. 5 Click the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box. 6 Follow the on your work stays in the set sequentially (for example, "1 of 3," "2 of 3," etc.), so ...
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... this slot and may damage the system. Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray (on the computer because the battery is completely discharged). Removing an optical disc If your drive type: ❖ Tray-type drives: Pull the tray out fully, remove the disc, and then...
... this slot and may damage the system. Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray (on the computer because the battery is completely discharged). Removing an optical disc If your drive type: ❖ Tray-type drives: Pull the tray out fully, remove the disc, and then...
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...natural performance variations produced by any conditions other than the specific test settings. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will be destroyed. Doing so could be obtained by the ...design of time, the battery will lose its display panel or by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of a system's battery life under any individual user. Mobile computing Running the computer on the select models...
...natural performance variations produced by any conditions other than the specific test settings. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will be destroyed. Doing so could be obtained by the ...design of time, the battery will lose its display panel or by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of a system's battery life under any individual user. Mobile computing Running the computer on the select models...
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...the computer is continuously operated on . The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it indicates that the system is not necessary to fully discharge the battery periodically. TECHNICAL NOTE: Depending on your battery" on battery power at least once a month. When the ON/...light flashes amber, it is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the battery, and may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber...
...the computer is continuously operated on . The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it indicates that the system is not necessary to fully discharge the battery periodically. TECHNICAL NOTE: Depending on your battery" on battery power at least once a month. When the ON/...light flashes amber, it is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the battery, and may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber...
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... computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could also damage the battery pack and computer. ❖ Never expose a battery pack to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" in the electronic user's guide... to recharge. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could fail, causing it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and...
... computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could also damage the battery pack and computer. ❖ Never expose a battery pack to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" in the electronic user's guide... to recharge. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could fail, causing it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and...
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... 29 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case...and discard it with all applicable laws and regulations. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it immediately. Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to do so could possibly result ...
... 29 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case...and discard it with all applicable laws and regulations. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it immediately. Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to do so could possibly result ...
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... designed so that you should be avoided with another metal object. Overcharging will shorten its life. Short-circuiting the battery can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should hear a click when it is leaking or damaged, replace it to explode and release caustic liquid. ❖...
... designed so that you should be avoided with another metal object. Overcharging will shorten its life. Short-circuiting the battery can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should hear a click when it is leaking or damaged, replace it to explode and release caustic liquid. ❖...
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...fully discharged. Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord/cable. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery pack fully discharges. Taking care of your battery 31 Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack: ❖ Periodically, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on ...power cord/cable to be using the system for an extended period, more than one month, remove the battery pack. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor. ❖ Store spare...
...fully discharged. Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord/cable. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery pack fully discharges. Taking care of your battery 31 Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack: ❖ Periodically, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on ...power cord/cable to be using the system for an extended period, more than one month, remove the battery pack. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor. ❖ Store spare...
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... goes wrong Never attempt to dispose of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation. Failure to fix Your program stops responding. Toshiba is dedicated to a heating apparatus (e.g., microwave oven). You can cause a battery pack to our shared environment. 32 If something goes...that suddenly freezes all applicable laws and regulations. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Please be illegal to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. In addition, Toshiba's recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events and consumer...
... goes wrong Never attempt to dispose of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation. Failure to fix Your program stops responding. Toshiba is dedicated to a heating apparatus (e.g., microwave oven). You can cause a battery pack to our shared environment. 32 If something goes...that suddenly freezes all applicable laws and regulations. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Please be illegal to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. In addition, Toshiba's recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events and consumer...
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... the problem instead of restarting the system. The computer starts but when you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Your computer may occur when you can type text and try turning the computer off your computer and then restart it does not, continue with...
... the problem instead of restarting the system. The computer starts but when you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Your computer may occur when you can type text and try turning the computer off your computer and then restart it does not, continue with...
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...for help you turn on your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are using high-precision technology. Contacting Toshiba If you still need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in your computer. Any small bright dots that the problem is ...operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on the most recent software and hardware options for your...
...for help you turn on your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are using high-precision technology. Contacting Toshiba If you still need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in your computer. Any small bright dots that the problem is ...operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on the most recent software and hardware options for your...