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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 28
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... computer 96 Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command 96 Shutting down more quickly 97 Using Hibernation Mode 98 Using Standby Mode 101 Toshiba's online resources 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107
... computer 96 Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command 96 Shutting down more quickly 97 Using Hibernation Mode 98 Using Standby Mode 101 Toshiba's online resources 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107
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... management 108 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 111 Monitoring main battery power 112 Determining remaining battery power 113 What to do when the main battery runs low ...115 Setting battery alarms 115 Conserving battery power 116 Power profiles 117 Changing the main battery 118 Removing the battery from the computer...
... management 108 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 111 Monitoring main battery power 112 Determining remaining battery power 113 What to do when the main battery runs low ...115 Setting battery alarms 115 Conserving battery power 116 Power profiles 117 Changing the main battery 118 Removing the battery from the computer...
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...164 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........166 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 168 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 172 Disk drive problems 174 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...176 Sound system ...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 191 If you need further assistance 197 Before you contact Toshiba 197 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 199 Appendix A: Hot Keys 201 Volume Mute 201 Password security 201 Without a password 202...
...164 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........166 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 168 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 172 Disk drive problems 174 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...176 Sound system ...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 191 If you need further assistance 197 Before you contact Toshiba 197 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 199 Appendix A: Hot Keys 201 Volume Mute 201 Password security 201 Without a password 202...
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.... Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in damage or serious injury. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Failure to follow these eventualities...
.... Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in damage or serious injury. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Failure to follow these eventualities...
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... items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can use the computer on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to check for viruses...
... items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can use the computer on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to check for viruses...
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... Next or Skip. 5 Select how your computer will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be found, a window will connect to charge the main battery you must attach the AC adapter. To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account, you must either connect the built...
... Next or Skip. 5 Select how your computer will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be found, a window will connect to charge the main battery you must attach the AC adapter. To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account, you must either connect the built...
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...damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's main battery. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Failure to follow the steps in the... exact order as described in serious injury. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your printer. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Setting up your computer, or use...
...damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's main battery. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Failure to follow the steps in the... exact order as described in serious injury. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your printer. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Setting up your computer, or use...
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... cable or plug; Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Never tamper with wet hands. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 49 _ + 2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on a power cable...; When an AC adapter is connected to the unit, the battery indicator light glows green or amber if you have a working battery in serious injury. never bend or twist a power cable;
... cable or plug; Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Never tamper with wet hands. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 49 _ + 2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on a power cable...; When an AC adapter is connected to the unit, the battery indicator light glows green or amber if you have a working battery in serious injury. never bend or twist a power cable;
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... the AC cable and remove the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 118 for several hours with its battery already installed. 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must completely charge the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer Before using the main...
... the AC cable and remove the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 118 for several hours with its battery already installed. 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must completely charge the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer Before using the main...
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... a power level setting that , the main battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 turned off , even when AC power is attached. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on ...After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for system operation and will be used . ...
... a power level setting that , the main battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 turned off , even when AC power is attached. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on ...After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for system operation and will be used . ...
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... will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is now ready for the first time The computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the...
... will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is now ready for the first time The computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the...
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... Series. Below are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. Getting Started...
... Series. Below are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. Getting Started...
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..., skip to step 3. 1 If the computer is on the system) The Turn off . (or shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Slot A and Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. The... a memory module, turn the computer upside down - 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory module slots - For information on removing the battery, see "Charging batteries" on , begin at step 1;
..., skip to step 3. 1 If the computer is on the system) The Turn off . (or shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Slot A and Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. The... a memory module, turn the computer upside down - 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory module slots - For information on removing the battery, see "Charging batteries" on , begin at step 1;
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... memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. The clips on either side of the memory module...
... memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. The clips on either side of the memory module...
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... first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is in use. With the computer off ) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn on page 96. Each option has its advantages... so that, when you turn off the computer while any drive is off , it for a longer period, you will automatically return to recharge the main battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to where you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down command when connected...
... first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is in use. With the computer off ) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn on page 96. Each option has its advantages... so that, when you turn off the computer while any drive is off , it for a longer period, you will automatically return to recharge the main battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to where you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down command when connected...
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... cable to set up your computer. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 71 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to one of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 107.
... cable to set up your computer. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 71 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to one of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 107.
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... documentation for further information. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your main battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your work " on page 83 for details. 74 See your work...
... documentation for further information. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your main battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your work " on page 83 for details. 74 See your work...
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... Before you turn off the computer, save feature. Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to give it has an automatic save your work . Saving files 1 On the File menu of saving frequently. Many programs offer...
... Before you turn off the computer, save feature. Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to give it has an automatic save your work . Saving files 1 On the File menu of saving frequently. Many programs offer...
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...starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the hard disk. For more time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk takes longer than restarting from Turn Off. ❖ Restarting from ... Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power than restoring it , including all open programs and files you left it. Learning the Basics Powering down ...
...starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the hard disk. For more time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk takes longer than restarting from Turn Off. ❖ Restarting from ... Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power than restoring it , including all open programs and files you left it. Learning the Basics Powering down ...