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... indicate that focus on recycling and reuse. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of -life strategies for our products. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human ... This Directive requires producers of this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. For information on the battery. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd)...
... indicate that focus on recycling and reuse. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of -life strategies for our products. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human ... This Directive requires producers of this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. For information on the battery. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd)...
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications ....40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications ....40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 28
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... Caring for optical discs 110 Toshiba's online resources 110 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 111 Toshiba's energy-saver design 111 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 112 Power management 113 Using additional batteries 114 Charging batteries 114 Charging the main battery 114 Charging the RTC battery 115 Monitoring main battery power 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 110 Toshiba's online resources 110 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 111 Toshiba's energy-saver design 111 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 112 Power management 113 Using additional batteries 114 Charging batteries 114 Charging the main battery 114 Charging the RTC battery 115 Monitoring main battery power 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to...
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34 Contents 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 Error-checking 191 Optical disc drive problems 193 ...in the Windows® operating system 201 If you need further assistance 206 Before you contact Toshiba 206 Contacting Toshiba 206 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 207 Toshiba's worldwide offices 207 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 209 Hot Key Cards 209 Using the Hot Key Cards 210 Application Cards 211 Using the...
34 Contents 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 Error-checking 191 Optical disc drive problems 193 ...in the Windows® operating system 201 If you need further assistance 206 Before you contact Toshiba 206 Contacting Toshiba 206 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 207 Toshiba's worldwide offices 207 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 209 Hot Key Cards 209 Using the Hot Key Cards 210 Application Cards 211 Using the...
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...computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. We recommend that you leave this computer to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. If the model you go. You can accompany you ...wherever you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration...
...computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. We recommend that you leave this computer to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. If the model you go. You can accompany you ...wherever you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration...
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Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of travel. ... that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. 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) or speakerphones...
Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of travel. ... that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. 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) or speakerphones...
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... must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page ...
... must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page ...
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...result in 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 ensure a secure ... injury. Failure 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 carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power...
...result in 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 ensure a secure ... injury. Failure 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 carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power...
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Failure to follow this product will expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. The AC power light on the ...back of California 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. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect...
Failure to follow this product will expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. The AC power light on the ...back of California 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. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect...
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...by the AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged ...is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. See "Changing the main battery" on page 122 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the...
...by the AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged ...is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. See "Changing the main battery" on page 122 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the...
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Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by ... dim and you may appear on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area...
Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by ... dim and you may appear on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area...
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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 ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF...
... 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 ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF...
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 123. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secure the memory module slot cover.
For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 123. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secure the memory module slot cover.
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... you are protected from the work . If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer...Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. Overheating your computer is in serious injury...
... you are protected from the work . If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer...Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. Overheating your computer is in serious injury...
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... your system has the memory modules stacked on page 124. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on top of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. Back of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration... before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module pops up .
... your system has the memory modules stacked on page 124. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on top of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. Back of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration... before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module pops up .
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... computer. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down completely, but it for turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off. If you... change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down option to turn...
... computer. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down completely, but it for turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off. If you... change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down option to turn...
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... command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖... is stored in memory, you will try to the mode in which you left off the computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 84 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more...
... command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖... is stored in memory, you will try to the mode in which you left off the computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 84 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more...
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... off the computer NOTE These options can be set . Restarting your computer To start it 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...
... off the computer NOTE These options can be set . Restarting your computer To start it 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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... Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can place it into Hibernation mode when 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...
... Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can place it into Hibernation mode when 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...
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The Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Edit Plan Settings ...
The Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Edit Plan Settings ...