Toshiba portege r500 User Manual

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5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3

Contents

Introduction................................................................................ 35

This guide ...............................................................36
Safety icons ............................................................37

Other icons used...............................................37

Other documentation ..............................................38
Service options .......................................................38

Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 39

Selecting a place to work ........................................39

Creating a computer-friendly environment........39
Keeping yourself comfortable ...........................40
Precautions.......................................................40
Important information on your computer’s

cooling fan ..................................................41

Setting up your computer .......................................42

Setting up your software...................................42

Registering your computer with Toshiba ................43
Adding optional external devices.............................43
Connecting to a power source ................................44
Charging the main battery.......................................46