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... already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for CE-Marking is carrying the CE-Mark ... of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in or recycle your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on the battery. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when...
... already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for CE-Marking is carrying the CE-Mark ... of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in or recycle your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on the battery. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when...
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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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...the following information applies. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the... that you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 37 If the model you leave ...
...the following information applies. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the... that you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 37 If the model you leave ...
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Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid ... or humidity and sources of the computer. If any part of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat...
Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid ... or humidity and sources of the computer. If any part of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat...
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... needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as ...
... needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as ...
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... connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. 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 ensure a secure ...electrical connection. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source...
... connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. 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 ensure a secure ...electrical connection. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source...
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...2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet Never attempt to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. Getting Started 47 Connecting to a power source To connect AC ... 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...
...2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet Never attempt to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. Getting Started 47 Connecting to a power source To connect AC ... 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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... the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Once the battery is charged for the first time, 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 time to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the...
... the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Once the battery is charged for the first time, 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 time to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the...
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... first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated... easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to turn on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on the palm rest to...
... first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated... easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to turn on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on the palm rest to...
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... of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your software setup choices. When you turn on the computer for the first time Turning...
... of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your software setup choices. When you turn on the computer for the first time Turning...
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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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... including those located at the underside of the computer. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or... computer. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
... including those located at the underside of the computer. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or... computer. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is turned on page 132. 6 Turn the computer right side ... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is turned on page 132. 6 Turn the computer right side ... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... once. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Devices and Printers, click Add a printer. You only need to fully charge the main battery. If you to turn off . If your printer installation guide for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer...
... once. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Devices and Printers, click Add a printer. You only need to fully charge the main battery. If you to turn off . If your printer installation guide for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer...
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...again, you will not be using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you have more than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main... battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off your ...
...again, you will not be using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you have more than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main... battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off your ...
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...be lost. NOTE After your work first. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system...page 94. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to memory so ...
...be lost. NOTE After your work first. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system...page 94. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to memory so ...
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... Image) Shut down menu Hibernate Restarting your computer To start it again 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... Image) Shut down menu Hibernate Restarting your computer To start it again 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... actions that you can place it into Hibernation mode when you want the computer to Hibernate if you want . 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...
... actions that you can place it into Hibernation mode when you want the computer to Hibernate if you want . 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...