Toshiba S70b Owners Manual

							You can change the Real-Time Clock settings in the BIOS setup utility.
Refer to  Troubleshooting  for further information.
Care and use of the battery pack This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handleyour battery pack properly.
Refer to the enclosed  Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort  for
detailed precautions and handling instructions.Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack. Improper installation could
generate smoke or fire, or cause the battery pack to rupture.
Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children. It can
cause injury.
The battery pack can explode if not replaced, used, handled or
disposed of properly. Dispose of the battery as required by local
ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements.
Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature from 5through 35 degrees Celsius. Otherwise, the electrolyte solution mightleak, battery pack performance might deteriorate, and the battery life
might be shortened.
Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor. Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode, as data could be lost.
Never remove the battery pack while the Wake-up on LAN function is
enabled, as data will be lost. Before you remove a battery pack, disable the
Wake-up on LAN function.
Charging the batteries
When the power in the battery pack becomes low, the  DC IN/Battery
indicator flashes amber to indicate that only a few minutes of battery power
remain. If you continue to use the computer while the  DC IN/Battery
indicator flashes, the computer enters Hibernation Mode so that you do not lose any data, and automatically turn itself off.
You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged.
Procedures
To recharge a battery pack, connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack
and plug the other end into a working outlet. The  DC IN/Battery indicator
will glow amber while the battery is being charged.
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							Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or optional
TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack. Never attempt to
charge the battery pack with any other charger.
Charging Time
The following table shows the approximate time required to charge an
exhausted battery fully.
Battery typePower offPower onBattery pack (24Wh, 3
cell)about 3 hoursabout 3~5 hoursBattery pack (48Wh, 6
cell)about 3 hoursabout 3~5 hoursBattery pack (66Wh, 6
cell high capacity)about 4 hoursabout 4~6 hoursBe aware that the charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature, the temperature of the computer and how you areusing the computer. If you make heavy use of external devices for
example, the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation.
Battery charging notice
The battery might not begin charging immediately under the following conditions:
The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it
might not charge at all). To ensure the battery charges to its full
capacity, charge it at room temperature of between 5°C to 35°C (41– 95°F).
The battery is nearly completely discharged. In this instance, leave the
AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin
charging.
The  DC IN/Battery  indicator might show a rapid decrease in battery
operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions:
The battery has not been used for a long time.
The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer
for a long time.
In such cases, do the following:
1. Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the system automatically turns itself off.
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							2. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer, and toa wall outlet that is supplying power.
3. Charge the battery until the  DC IN/Battery indicator glows white.
Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity.
Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods.
Clicking the battery icon on the Windows Taskbar
Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window
Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying tomonitor the remaining operating time. This is because the computerneeds this time to check the remaining capacity of the battery and
then calculate the remaining operating time, based on this together
with the current power consumption.
Be aware that the actual remaining operating time might differ slightly
from the calculated time.
With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery capacity will gradually decrease. In view of this, it is noted that an often used, older
battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged.
Maximizing battery operating time
The usefulness of a battery depends on how long it can supply power on a
single charge, while how long the charge lasts in a battery depends on:
Processor speed
Screen brightness
System Sleep Mode
System Hibernation Mode
Display power off period
Hard Disk Drive power off period
How often and for how long you use the Hard Disk Drive and external
disk drives, for example, optical disc
How much charge the battery contained to begin with
How you use optional devices, such as a USB device, to which the battery supplies power
Whether you enable Sleep Mode, which can conserve battery power ifyou are frequently turning the computer off and on.
Where you store your programs and data
Whether you close the display panel when you are not using thekeyboard - closing the display saves power.
The environmental temperature - operating time decreases at low
temperatures.
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							Whether you enable Sleep and Charge function.
Batteries exhausted time When you turn off the power of your computer with batteries fully charged,
the batteries exhaust within the following approximate period.Battery typeSleep ModeShut Down ModeBattery pack (24Wh, 3
cell)about 2 daysabout 22 daysBattery pack (48Wh, 6
cell)about 4 daysabout 43 daysBattery pack (66Wh, 6
cell high capacity)about 5.5 daysabout 60 days
Extending battery life
To maximize the life of your battery packs, do the following at least once a
month.
1. Turn off the computer's power.2. Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer's power. If it
does not turn on then go to Step 4.3. Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes. If you findthat the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time,continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharge. However, ifthe  DC IN/Battery  indicator flashes or there is some other warning to
indicate a low battery condition, go to Step 4.4. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer, and to a wall outlet that is supplying power. The  DC IN/Battery indicator
glows amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged.
However, if  DC IN/Battery  indicator does not glow, this indicates that
power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adaptor
and the power cord.5. Charge the battery pack until the  DC IN/Battery indicator glows
white.
Replacing the battery pack
Be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item.
The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through
repeated charging and discharging, and should be replaced when it
reaches the end of its operating life. In addition to this, you might also
replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are
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							operating your computer away from an AC power source for an extended
period of time.
This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack, and begins with the removal process which is detailed through the following steps.Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode,
as data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it could be lost.
In Hibernation Mode, data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or
disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed.
Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries.
Removing the battery pack
To remove a discharged battery, do the following:
1. Save your work.
2. Click the power icon (
) on the Start screen and then click  Shut
down  while holding down the  SHIFT key. Ensure that the  Power
indicator is off.
3. Remove all cables and peripherals that are connected to the computer.
4. Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down.
5. Slide the battery lock into its unlocked (
) position.
6. Slide and hold the battery release latch to disengage the battery pack and then lift it up to remove it from the computer.
Figure 4-5 Releasing the battery pack
1. Battery lock3. Battery pack2. Battery release latch 
Installing the battery pack
To install a battery pack, do the following:
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							Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or thebattery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the batteryrelease latch and cause injuries.
1. Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer.
2. Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery lock is in its locked position.
3. Turn your computer over.
LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per
second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) or Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second,
1000BASE-T).
This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.
The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the
system is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.
The Link speed (10/100/1000 megabits per second) changes
automatically depending on the network conditions (connected device, cable or noise and so on).
LAN cable types
The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN.Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause amalfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator regarding
set-up procedures.
If you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second,
1000BASE-T), be sure to connect with a CAT5e cable or higher. You cannot use a CAT3 or CAT5 cable.
If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-
TX), be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher. You cannot use a
CAT3 cable.
If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you can connect with a CAT3 or higher cable.
Connecting the LAN cable To connect the LAN cable, do the following:
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							Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable. The ACadaptor must remain connected during LAN use. If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN, the system might
hang up.
Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable.
Otherwise, malfunctions or damage mightoccur.
Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is
connected to the LAN jack. Otherwise, malfunctions or damage might occur.
1. Turn off the power to all external devices connected to the computer.
2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-6 Connecting the LAN cable
1. LAN jack2. LAN cable
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router. Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendorbefore using or configuring a network connection.
Memory media The computer is equipped with a memory media slot that canaccommodate some kinds of memory media with various memory
capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants.
Keep foreign objects out of the memory media slot. Never allow metal
objects, such as screws, staples, and paper clips, to enter the computer or
Keyboard. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can
cause computer damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.An adaptor is required to use miniSD/microSD Card.
Not all memory media have been tested and verified to work correctly.
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							Figure 4-7 Examples of memory media Secure Digital (SD) Card microSD card adaptor and
microSD card  MultiMediaCard (MMC)  
Points to note about the memory media card
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital MusicInitiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or
playback of digital music. For this reason, you cannot copy or play back
protected material on another computer or other device, and you cannot
reproduce any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment.
The following is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from SDHC memory cards and SDXC memory cards.
SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards appear the same externally.
However, the logo on memory cards is different, so pay careful
attention to the logo when purchasing.
The SD memory card logo is ().
The SDHC memory card logo is ().
The SDXC memory card logo is ().
The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2 GB. The maximum
capacity of SDHC memory cards is 32 GB. The maximum capacity of
SDXC memory cards is 128 GB.
Memory media format New media cards are formatted according to specific standards. If you wishto reformat a media card, be sure to do so with a device that uses media
cards.
Formatting a memory media card
Memory media cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards. If you reformat a memory card, be sure to reformat it with adevice such as digital camera or digital audio player that uses the memory
cards, not with the format command provided within Windows.
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							To format all areas of the memory card, including the protected area, you
must obtain an appropriate application that applies the copy protection system.
Media care
Observe the following precautions when handling the card.
Do not twist or bend cards.
Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media
close to containers of liquid.
Do not touch the metal part of a card or expose it to liquids or let it get
dirty.
After using card, return it to its case.
The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way. Do not try to force the card into the slot.
Do not leave a card partially inserted in the slot. Press the card untilyou hear it click into place.
Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to
record data.
Memory cards have a limited lifespan, so it is important to backup
important data.
Do not write to a card if the battery power is low. Low power could
affect writing accuracy.
Do not remove a card while read/write is in progress.
For more details on using memory cards, see manuals accompanying the
cards.
About the write-protect feature
Memory media cards have a write-protect function.
SD Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card and SDXC memory
card)
Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to record
data.
Inserting memory media
The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To
insert memory media, do the following:
1. Turn the memory media so that the contacts (metal areas) face down.
2. Insert the memory media into the memory media slot on the computer.
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							3. Press the memory media gently until it clicks into place.Figure 4-8 Inserting memory media1. Memory media slot2. Memory media
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Make sure the memory media is oriented properly before you insert it.If you insert the media in wrong direction, you might not be able toremove it.
When inserting the memory media, do not touch the metal contacts.You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which candestroy data.
Do not turn off the computer or switch to Sleep Mode or HibernationMode while files are being copied. Failure to do so might cause dataloss.
Removing memory media
The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To
remove memory media, do the following:
1. Click the  Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media  icon on the
Windows Taskbar.
2. Select  memory media .
3. Push the memory media until you hear a click to partially release it.
4. Grasp the media and pull it out of the slot.
If you remove the memory media or turn off the power while the
computer is accessing the memory media, you might lose data or damage the media.
Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in Sleep orHibernation Mode. The computer could become unstable or data inthe memory media could be lost.
Do not remove only the miniSD/microSD Card while leaving the
adaptor in the memory media slot.
External Display
Your computer video capabilities can be enhanced with additional displays.
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