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... (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the market in Europe, Toshiba is in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal... in or recycle your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on how to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of...
... (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the market in Europe, Toshiba is in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal... in or recycle your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on how to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of...
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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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...is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you go...enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following ...
...is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you go...enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following ...
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...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 temperature change such as stereo speakers (other than ...expose the computer to an authorized service center. Never allow any liquids to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to spill into any...
...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 temperature change such as stereo speakers (other than ...expose the computer to an authorized service center. Never allow any liquids to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to spill into any...
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...computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 50 before you can block the vents ...air 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 cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to a...
...computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 50 before you can block the vents ...air 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 cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to a...
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...cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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's battery. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to follow this instruction may ...
...cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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's battery. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to follow this instruction may ...
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.../cable 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 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 ...
.../cable 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 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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...correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the ...plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on page 131 for system operation and will be completely charged ...
...correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the ...plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on page 131 for system operation and will be completely charged ...
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Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn it on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer ... technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing...
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn it on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer ... technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing...
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... Illustration) Turning on -screen instructions. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides 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. When you turn...
... Illustration) Turning on -screen instructions. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides 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. When you turn...
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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 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 132.
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 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 132.
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... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 58 Getting ... at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 133. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to a power outlet (even if your ...
... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 58 Getting ... at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 133. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to a power outlet (even if your ...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can check that the computer has recognized the change. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, ... restarting the computer. 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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can check that the computer has recognized the change. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, ... restarting the computer. 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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables...
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... computer for several days or if you must turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). It is off) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off. If you are...
... computer for several days or if you must turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). It is off) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off. If you are...
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...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 computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where ... drive, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in Sleep mode. Getting Started 91...
...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 computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where ... drive, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in Sleep mode. Getting Started 91...
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...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 ...down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your...
...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 ...down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your...
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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...