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... use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
... use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
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Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 29
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 29
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... Computing 105 Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 107 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 112...
... Computing 105 Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 107 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 112...
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Contents 35 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 181 Display problems 182 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........184 Optical drive problems 185 Sound system problems 186 ExpressCard® problems ... configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 194 If you need further assistance 198 Before you contact Toshiba 198 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 199 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 201 Hot Key Cards 201 Using the Hot Key Cards 202 Application Cards 203 Using the Application...
Contents 35 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 181 Display problems 182 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........184 Optical drive problems 185 Sound system problems 186 ExpressCard® problems ... configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 194 If you need further assistance 198 Before you contact Toshiba 198 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 199 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 201 Hot Key Cards 201 Using the Hot Key Cards 202 Application Cards 203 Using the Application...
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... operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is set to conserve computer energy. 37 Your computer ships with...efficiency. We recommend that you leave this computer to a configuration that your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. You can accompany you wherever ...
... operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is set to conserve computer energy. 37 Your computer ships with...efficiency. We recommend that you leave this computer to a configuration that your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. You can accompany you wherever ...
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...further reduce the risk of the computer. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid ... and computer. 3. If any part of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or...
...further reduce the risk of the computer. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid ... and computer. 3. If any part of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or...
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... AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater...air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer. Overheating your computer carefully to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. In this condition, observe the following: ❖...
... AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater...air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer. Overheating your computer carefully to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. In this condition, observe the following: ❖...
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... Always confirm that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Be careful if you may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, ...possibly resulting in serious injury. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 47 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 46. After starting your computer for the first time you ...
... Always confirm that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Be careful if you may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, ...possibly resulting in serious injury. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 47 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 46. After starting your computer for the first time you ...
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...damage to cause birth defects or other damage to the computer. Wash hands after handling. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other reproductive harm. Power cord/cable AC adaptor... to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use of an incompatible adaptor or charger.
...damage to cause birth defects or other damage to the computer. Wash hands after handling. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other reproductive harm. Power cord/cable AC adaptor... to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use of an incompatible adaptor or charger.
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...(Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for information on the indicator panel glows green. Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Disconnect the AC ...power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Never attempt to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC ...
...(Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for information on the indicator panel glows green. Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Disconnect the AC ...power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Never attempt to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC ...
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... an AC power source with the computer turned off for you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications,...Using the computer for the first time The computer is charged for system operation and will be used . Continuing to turn it . NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a...
... an AC power source with the computer turned off for you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications,...Using the computer for the first time The computer is charged for system operation and will be used . Continuing to turn it . NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a...
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... you turn on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Do not press or push on your display are an intrinsic characteristic... rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
... you turn on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Do not press or push on your display are an intrinsic characteristic... rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
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... the first time, do not turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all possible configurations for the first time Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis...
... the first time, do not turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all possible configurations for the first time Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis...
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...appears. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (... memory module slot cover Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 116. 5 Close...
...appears. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (... memory module slot cover Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 116. 5 Close...
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... the side of the module. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. If the latches and cutouts do not line up the computer...) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
... the side of the module. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. If the latches and cutouts do not line up the computer...) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the ... of the slot. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the ... of the slot. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer.
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... a power source (even though the computer is being accessed, you must turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your computer in -use light are not using the computer for several days or if you may lose data or damage...
... a power source (even though the computer is being accessed, you must turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your computer in -use light are not using the computer for several days or if you may lose data or damage...
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... turning the computer on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically return to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your work, system settings..., and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to where you were using. Factors to consider when choosing...
... turning the computer on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically return to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your work, system settings..., and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to where you were using. Factors to consider when choosing...
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...left it, including all open documents and programs to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your internal storage drive, and then shuts down ...using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. For information on page 82. Factors to your work first. Be sure to enter Hibernation...
...left it, including all open documents and programs to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your internal storage drive, and then shuts down ...using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. For information on page 82. Factors to your work first. Be sure to enter Hibernation...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...