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Buen manual de instrucciones

Las leyes obligan al vendedor a entregarle al comprador, junto con el producto, el manual de instrucciones Toshiba A25. La falta del manual o facilitar información incorrecta al consumidor constituyen una base de reclamación por no estar de acuerdo el producto con el contrato. Según la ley, está permitido adjuntar un manual de otra forma que no sea en papel, lo cual últimamente es bastante común y los fabricantes nos facilitan un manual gráfico, su versión electrónica Toshiba A25 o vídeos de instrucciones para usuarios. La condición es que tenga una forma legible y entendible.

¿Qué es un manual de instrucciones?

El nombre proviene de la palabra latina “instructio”, es decir, ordenar. Por lo tanto, en un manual Toshiba A25 se puede encontrar la descripción de las etapas de actuación. El propósito de un manual es enseñar, facilitar el encendido o el uso de un dispositivo o la realización de acciones concretas. Un manual de instrucciones también es una fuente de información acerca de un objeto o un servicio, es una pista.

Desafortunadamente pocos usuarios destinan su tiempo a leer manuales Toshiba A25, sin embargo, un buen manual nos permite, no solo conocer una cantidad de funcionalidades adicionales del dispositivo comprado, sino también evitar la mayoría de fallos.

Entonces, ¿qué debe contener el manual de instrucciones perfecto?

Sobre todo, un manual de instrucciones Toshiba A25 debe contener:
- información acerca de las especificaciones técnicas del dispositivo Toshiba A25
- nombre de fabricante y año de fabricación del dispositivo Toshiba A25
- condiciones de uso, configuración y mantenimiento del dispositivo Toshiba A25
- marcas de seguridad y certificados que confirmen su concordancia con determinadas normativas

¿Por qué no leemos los manuales de instrucciones?

Normalmente es por la falta de tiempo y seguridad acerca de las funcionalidades determinadas de los dispositivos comprados. Desafortunadamente la conexión y el encendido de Toshiba A25 no es suficiente. El manual de instrucciones siempre contiene una serie de indicaciones acerca de determinadas funcionalidades, normas de seguridad, consejos de mantenimiento (incluso qué productos usar), fallos eventuales de Toshiba A25 y maneras de solucionar los problemas que puedan ocurrir durante su uso. Al final, en un manual se pueden encontrar los detalles de servicio técnico Toshiba en caso de que las soluciones propuestas no hayan funcionado. Actualmente gozan de éxito manuales de instrucciones en forma de animaciones interesantes o vídeo manuales que llegan al usuario mucho mejor que en forma de un folleto. Este tipo de manual ayuda a que el usuario vea el vídeo entero sin saltarse las especificaciones y las descripciones técnicas complicadas de Toshiba A25, como se suele hacer teniendo una versión en papel.

¿Por qué vale la pena leer los manuales de instrucciones?

Sobre todo es en ellos donde encontraremos las respuestas acerca de la construcción, las posibilidades del dispositivo Toshiba A25, el uso de determinados accesorios y una serie de informaciones que permiten aprovechar completamente sus funciones y comodidades.

Tras una compra exitosa de un equipo o un dispositivo, vale la pena dedicar un momento para familiarizarse con cada parte del manual Toshiba A25. Actualmente se preparan y traducen con dedicación, para que no solo sean comprensibles para los usuarios, sino que también cumplan su función básica de información y ayuda.

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    RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Satellite ® A20/A25 Series Resour ce Guide Keep this guide in a convenient place to access important information about your computer . If you need assistance, contact the follow ing: InT ouch  Center Calling within the Unite d States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 Please fill in f[...]

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    2 Contents RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Contents Setting up your computer and getting started ............................ 4 Y our computer’ s TF T display .................................................... 13 Inserting a PC Card .................................................................. 13 Removing a PC Card .............................[...]

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    3 RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 W elcome to the world of po werful a nd portable multimedia computers! W ith your n ew T oshiba notebook comput er , your access to information can accompany you where ver you go. Y ou will find that the Microsoft ® W i ndo ws ® XP opera ting system is already installed on your computer . It of fers exciting fe atures[...]

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    4 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 HINT : This icon denotes helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon i ndicates the de finition of a term used in the text. Other documentation Y our comp uter comes wit h all or so me of the fo llo wing documentatio n in addition to this resource guide: ❖ Electronic user[...]

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    5 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Seating and posture When using your computer , maintain good posture with your bo dy relaxed and your weight distributed ev enly . Pr oper seating is a pr imary fact or in reducing work strain. Precautions Y our notebook computer is desig ned to provide optimum safety and eas[...]

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    6 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Hold the power cable by its plug wh en you connect/disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Doing so may da mage the power cable a nd result in a short circuit or elect ric shock. The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to[...]

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    7 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Follow the manu facturer’ s instructions for connecting a parallel printer to your computer . Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memor y module, turn off t h e computer using the Start menu. If you ins tall or remove a memory module while[...]

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    8 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Y ou will need a standard Phillips No .1 screwdri ve r and a small flat head scre wdriv er to install a memory module. T o avoid damaging the compu ter’ s screws, use a standard Phill ips screwdriver that is in good condition . 1 If the computer is on, turn it of f. See “[...]

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    9 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 The two-inch-long, propeller -shaped brace sits in the center of the area exposed when the pan el is remov ed. Observe how the propeller -shaped keybo ard retaining brace is posi tioned before you remove it. Store the brace with the screws for safekeepi ng. Removin g the righ[...]

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    10 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 6 Lift (but do not detach) the plasti c sheet t o expo se the me mory slots. Lifting the plastic co vering the memory slots 7 Remov e the ne w memory module from its antista tic packaging. Static electricity can damage the me mory modul e. Before you handle the module, touch[...]

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    11 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 12 Replace the panel above the ke yboard by doing the follo wing: ❖ Fit the tabs at the bottom of the panel into corresponding slots at the top of the keyb oard. ❖ Fit the tabs at the top of the pa nel into corresponding slots at the base of the display and gently push d[...]

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    12 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Pulling the clips away fr om the memory module 3 Carefully remov e the module from the slot. Static electricity can damage the me mory modul e. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static elect ricity you may have built up. T o avoid [...]

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    13 Y our computer’ s TF T display RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 3 Click System . 4 The General tab vie w automatically appears and shows the recognized memory . 5 If the computer does not recognize the memory , turn off the computer , remov e the memory slot cove r , and make sure the memory module is seated properly , as described in “Installing [...]

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    14 Removing a PC Card RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Removing a PC Card 1 Click the Safely Re move Hardwar e icon on the System tray . 2 Click Safely remo ve xxxx , where xxxx is the identif ier for your PC Card. The operating system advises you th at you may safely remo ve the Card. 3 Press the PC Card ej ect b utton ne xt to the PC Card slot to e xte[...]

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    15 Learning the basics RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Inserting an SD card MMC cards (multimedia ca rds) do not work in this slot. 1 T urn the card so that the metal contac ts are face down. 2 Push the card into the slot unti l it locks in place. Inserting an SD card Removing an SD card 1 Click the Safely Re move Hardwar e icon on the System tray . 2 C[...]

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    16 Playing a CD or DVD RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ Scan all new f iles for viruses. ❖ Nev er turn of f the computer if a dri ve indicator light indicates a dri ve is active. The Window s ® XP operating system records informatio n, such as your desktop setup, during its sh utdown pro cedure. If you do not let the operating system shut down nor[...]

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    17 Playing a CD or DVD RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 For optimum DVD performance , it is recommended that you play DVDs while runnin g the computer on AC power . Drive components and control buttons The D VD-R OM or multi-function dri ve is located on the side of the computer . The CD/D VD control b uttons are located at th e front edge of the compute[...]

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    18 Playing a CD or DVD RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open. 3 Hold the disc by it s edges and chec k that it is clean and free of dust. Handle discs carefully . Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly , you could lose data. 4 Carefully place[...]

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    19 Moving the computer RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject b utton access hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil l ead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray fully open, remo v e the d[...]

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    20 Mobile co mputing RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ Does not glow if the e xternal power source is disconnected or if the battery is comp letely discha rged TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drai ns t he battery fa ster at low temperatures. Check your remaining char ge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahr enheit. The compu[...]

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    21 Mobile computing RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Moving the battery loc k lever 6 Slide the battery release latch to free the battery , then firmly pull the battery tow ard yourself. Sliding the battery r elease latch Removing t he battery If the batter y is leaking or it s case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and disca rd it immed[...]

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    22 Mobile co mputing RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Inserting a charged battery 1 T urn of f the computer via the Start menu. See “Using T urn Of f or Shut do wn ” in your electronic user’ s guide. 2 Remov e all cable s connected to the com puter . 3 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 4 Insert the battery until it is le ve[...]

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    23 Mobile computing RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ When you install the battery , you should hear a click when it is seated properly . ❖ Do not expose the battery to f i re. The battery could explode. Maximizing battery life A main battery can be rechar ged man y times. Battery life and cha rge ti me va ry depending on the applications , power ma[...]

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    24 Important information on your Satellite® computer’ s cooling fan RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Important information on your Satellite ® computer’ s cooling fan The CPU cooling fan on the underside of your Satellite computer cools the CPU by d rawing outside air into th e computer . T o prevent possibl e overheating of the CPU, make sure the [...]

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    25 If something goes wrong RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 5 T urn of f your computer according to the instructions in “T urn Of f or Shut down command” in your electronic user’ s guide. Y our program perf orms an illegal operation. If you recei ve the message, “ Y ou r program has per formed an il legal operation , ” you should record th e de[...]

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    26 If something goes wrong RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 If you are using the built-in screen, make sur e the display priority is not set for an external monitor . T o do this, hold do wn Fn and contin ue to press F5 until the displa y priority is not the e xternal mo nitor . Small bright do ts appear on your TFT display when you tur n on your compute[...]

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    27 If you need further assistance RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 If you need further assistance If you hav e follo wed the recommendati ons in this chapter and are still having problems, you may need additi onal technical assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for help. Before you call Since some problems may be relate d to the oper[...]

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    28 Power cable connectors RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 For technical support, call the T oshiba InT ouch Center: ❖ W ithin the United States at (800) 457-7777 ❖ Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 P o wer cable c o nnector s Y our notebook computer features a universal po wer supply you can use worldwide. This appendix sho ws the sh apes [...]

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    29 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Power - use of computer at temperat ures outside the range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) or > 25°C (77°F) at high altitude (all temperature refere nces are approximate). CPU performance may also va ry from specif ications due to design configuration. Under some conditions, your comp[...]

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    30 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Storage capacity Main batter y Removable, recharge able lithium ion (Li-Ion) high- capacity battery (8,400 mAh, 10.8V x 12 cell) Battery life is up to 3.0 hours* Battery recharge time is se veral hours* *Battery life may vary depending on product model, configuration, applications , po wer m[...]

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    31 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Ports Standard hardware S-video port Lets you connect the com puter to an external NTSC/P AL video de vice such as a standard tele vision Line-in jack Allows you to connect your computer to an e xternal audio source to play or record sounds DC-IN Lets you connect the computer to AC po wer, u[...]

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    32 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Optional accessories and devices This section lists factory- installed options that are only a v ailable at the time of order . T o install the Wi-Fi option at a later time, contact your T o shiba Authorized Service Provider . Communication Integrated V .92 56K* modem For more detailed infor[...]

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    33 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Physical dimensions This section lists the computer’ s specif ications Environmental conditions D VD-R OM drive 24x CD-R OM, 8x D VD-ROM Compatibility: CD-R OM, CD-R (read only), CD-R W (read only), D VD-R OM, DVD-R (read only) D VD-R OM/ CD-R W drive 24x CD-R OM, 24x CD-R, 10x CD-R W , 8x[...]

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    34 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Regulator y information Model: Satellite ® A20/A25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer syste m you purchased may include a ReWr itable CD and/or D VD dri ve( s), among the most advanced data storag e technologies av ailable. As with any new technolog y , you must read and follow all set[...]

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    35 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICA TION, YOU , AND NO T TOSHIB A, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and f ound to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de vice, pursuant to P art 15 of the FCC rules. Thes e limits are designed to provide reasona[...]

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    36 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadi an ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC Requirements The following information is p ursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. Installati[...]

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    37 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 America Information Sy stems, Inc. or an authorized repre sentati v e of To s h i b a . Disconnection If you should ev er decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them kno w of this change. Fax Branding The T elephone Consumer Pr[...]

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    38 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 2 The user manual of analog equipmen t must contain the equipment’ s Ringer Equiv alence Number (REN) a nd an explanation notice similar to the following: The Ringer Equiv alence Number (REN ) of this device can be found on the label af f ixed to your computer . NO TICE: The Ringer Equi v alenc[...]

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    39 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 de vices ho wev er is far much le ss than the electromagne tic ener gy emitted by wireless de vices like for example mobile phones. Because W ireless LAN products operat e within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standard s and recommendations, TOSHIB A believ es W ireless LAN is saf[...]

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    40 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is in stalled outdoors is subject to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil ca use du brouillage au service fa isant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et de vrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fou[...]

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    41 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 USA-Federal Communication s Commission (FCC) This de vice complies with P art 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the de vices in a W ireless LAN System is subj ect to the following tw o conditions: ❖ This de vice may no t cause harmf ul interference. ❖ This device must accept an y in terference th[...]

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    42 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Nev ertheless, the TOSHIB A W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner th at the potential fo r human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the an tenna and the user should not be less[...]

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    43 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 1. Sticker Please put the follo wing sticker on de vices incorporating this product. 2. Indication The indication sho wn belo w a ppears on this equipment. 1 2.4 this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS. This equipment us es DS-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is [...]

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    44 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approv al Number: 03NY .A0018, 03GZD A0017 The following rest rictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the de vice. ❖ Do not install the embedded wire less module into other device. Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and f ound to comply wit[...]

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    45 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 This device works on passive scan only . A peer -to-peer mode is not avai lable in 802.11a and T urb o Mode. 802.11b (2.4GHz) 802.11a (5GHz) T urbo Mode (5GHz) Approved Countries/Regi ons for use for the Intel ® PRO/Wireless LAN 21 00 3B Mini PCI Adapte r This equipment is approved to the ra dio[...]

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    46 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Approved Countries/Reg ions for use for the T oshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the ra dio standard by th e countries/re gions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Bluetooth wireless technology Inte[...]

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    47 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology , and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth™ products w ith all PCs and/or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers. Always use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA in order to [...]

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    48 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ In any o ther en vironment where th e risk of interference to other de vices or services is percei v ed or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless de vices in a specific org anization or en vironment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to [...]

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    49 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Refer to the Regu latory Statem ents as identif ied in the documentati on that comes with those products for additional information. The Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIB A is f ar belo w the FCC radio frequency e xposure limits. Nev ertheless, it is advised to u se the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIB [...]

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    50 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 1. Sticker Please put the follo wing sticker on de vices incorporating this product. 2. Indication The indication sho wn belo w appears on this equipment. 1 2.4: this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is l[...]

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    51 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ Do not install the embedded wire less module into other device. CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Multi-function Drive Safety Instructions CD-R OM, D VD-ROM and multi-function dr iv es emplo y a laser syst em. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for [...]

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    52 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Export Administration Regulation This document contains technical da ta that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulati ons, and may be subject to the approv al of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to e xport. An y e xport, directly or indirectly , in contravent ion of th[...]

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    53 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Computer Disposal Info rmation This product contains mercury . Disposal of this material may be regulated due to en vironmental consideration s . For disposal, reuse or r ecycling information, please c ontact your local go vernment or the Electronic Industries Allianc e at www .eiae.or g.[...]

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    RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 54 Index Index A A C adapter 5 A C power light 5 adding memory 7 alarms low battery 2 0 av oiding injury 4 B battery alarms 2 0 changing 20 installing 2 0 light 20 monitoring po wer 2 0 remov ing 20 built-in features 28 buttons CD/D VD controls 1 7 control 16 D VD-R OM driv e eject 1 7 multi-function drive eject 1 7 C car[...]

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    55 Index RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 interference stateme nt 4 4 internal drives 3 2 K ke yboard unexpected characters 2 5 L lights AC p ow e r 5 battery 2 0 M main battery changing 20 remov ing 20 memory accessing slots 8 adding 7 remov ing 11 memory mo dule remov ing 12 Microsoft W indows XP 3 moving the computer 19 multi-function drive eject butt[...]

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    RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 56 Index T tips on computing 1 5 T oshiba Accessories Information 4 T oshiba W eb sites 2 7 T ouchPad using 16 TOSHIBA C1819-3[...]