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...member countries only and does not apply to end users in Europe, Toshiba is already working with the related European Directives. For information on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Although the initial emphasis is carrying the CE-Mark in ...or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of this product. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and ...
...member countries only and does not apply to end users in Europe, Toshiba is already working with the related European Directives. For information on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Although the initial emphasis is carrying the CE-Mark in ...or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of this product. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and ...
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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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... to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is set to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. If the model you purchased is qualified, it ... a configuration that your computer is a partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and... most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
... to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is set to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. If the model you purchased is qualified, it ... a configuration that your computer is a partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and... most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
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Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand ... plug socket and computer. 3. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact...
Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand ... plug socket and computer. 3. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact...
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.... Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to and including "Setting up to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up your software" on page 50 before you can block the vents located at the underside of the... vents including those located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 46. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer is connected to a power source" on a hard flat surface. ...
.... Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to and including "Setting up to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up your software" on page 50 before you can block the vents located at the underside of the... vents including those located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 46. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer is connected to a power source" on a hard flat surface. ...
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... a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 follow this instruction... may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to ensure a secure ...
... a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 follow this instruction... may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to ensure a secure ...
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...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. Getting Started 47 Connecting...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. Getting Started 47 Connecting...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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... AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC...is time to run applications, features, and devices. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. 48 Getting Started ...
... AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC...is time to run applications, features, and devices. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. 48 Getting Started ...
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... to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the.... This is now ready for the first time The computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for you turn it on and begin...
... to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the.... This is now ready for the first time The computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for you turn it on and begin...
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... empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you through steps to set up your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on...
... empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you through steps to set up your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on...
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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 For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
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 For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
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... only one memory module is to a power outlet (even if your computer is 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 computer. Always make sure your computer on page... resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
... only one memory module is to a power outlet (even if your computer is 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 computer. Always make sure your computer on page... resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
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... computer. ❖ Always operate 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 a hard flat surface. Back of the slot. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the... 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.
... computer. ❖ Always operate 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 a hard flat surface. Back of the slot. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the... 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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... a disk/disc is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. You only need to fully charge the main battery. If you are not using the computer for a while. Turning off ) to set up your computer when you to turn off the computer NOTE Some...
... a disk/disc is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. You only need to fully charge the main battery. If you are not using the computer for a while. Turning off ) to set up your computer when you to turn off the computer NOTE Some...
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...Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut down option to turn off . ...work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to upgrade your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no...
...Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut down option to turn off . ...work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to upgrade your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no...
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...the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 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 to the mode in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on...
...the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 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 to the mode in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on...
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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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... computer 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to go 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...
... computer 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to go 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...