Operating Basics
■Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer.
■Close the display panel.
■Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.
■Before carrying your computer, shut it down, disconnect the AC adaptor and allow it to cool down - a failure to follow this instruction may result in minor heat injury.
■Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock - a failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to computer, computer failure or loss of data.
■Never transport your computer with any cards installed - this may cause damage to either the computer and/or the card resulting in product failure.
■Always use a suitable carry case when transporting the computer.
■When carrying your computer, be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything.
■Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements.
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
This computer has a function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard disk drive.
Using an acceleration sensor built into the computer, TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects vibration shocks and similar signs of movement of the computer, and automatically moves the Hard Disk Drive head to a safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by
■The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged.
■TOSHIBA HDD Protection cannot be used in models that are equipped with SSD.
When vibration is detected, a message will be displayed on the screen, and the icon in the Taskbar notification area will change to the protection state. This message is displayed until the OK button is pressed or 30 seconds pass. When vibration subsides, the icon returns to the normal state.
Taskbar icon
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