User manual TOSHIBA SATELLITE P35-S609

[. . . ] Satellite P30/P35 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ® Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 157 in this guide. Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. PMAD00014011 08/04 2 Models: Satellite P30/P35 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. [. . . ] When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or shortcircuit its terminals. Also, do not drop, hit, or otherwise impact the battery. Do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack. Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. Data in memory will be lost. If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work often. Removing the battery from the computer 1 2 3 4 Save your work. Remove all cables connected to the computer. Turn the computer over. Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 119 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it toward the unlocked position. Sample sliding the battery lock to the unlocked position 6 Slide and hold down the battery release latch. Sample pressing the battery release latch 7 While holding the battery release latch, lift the battery out of the computer. 120 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Sample removing the discharged battery pack If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in "Disposing of used batteries" on page 123. Inserting the battery into the computer Assuming you just removed the battery pack (see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 118): 1 Place the battery pack in the battery compartment. If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. 2 3 4 5 Ensure the battery release latch clicks into place. Slide the battery release lock to the locked position. Reconnect the cables and turn on the computer. Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 121 The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity. Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life. Safety precautions If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged, turn off the computer's power immediately and disconnect the power cord/cable from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. Do not try to disassemble a battery pack. Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging could damage it. Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer. Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to explode and release toxic materials. If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through to Toshiba Web site at accessories. toshiba. com. [. . . ] To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off. RJ-11--A modular connector used on most U. S. telephone systems and direct-connect modems. The RJ-11 connector is a 6-wire connector. Glossary 221 ROM (read-only memory)--Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. [. . . ]