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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery alarms 113...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery alarms 113...
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...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound ... Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP 202 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba's worldwide offices 210 Appendix A: Hot Keys 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Without a password 213 With ...
...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound ... Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP 202 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba's worldwide offices 210 Appendix A: Hot Keys 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Without a password 213 With ...
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... doctor. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. PC base and palm rest can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If pain persists despite rest, consult your...
... doctor. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. PC base and palm rest can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If pain persists despite rest, consult your...
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... CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . If the fan is not blocked. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to and including "Setting up your computer. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that can block the air intake, preventing air... such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can be charged before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to be drawn in air by creating a vacuum. Setting up your software" on surfaces with objects that...
... CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . If the fan is not blocked. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to and including "Setting up your computer. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that can block the air intake, preventing air... such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can be charged before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to be drawn in air by creating a vacuum. Setting up your software" on surfaces with objects that...
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Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Failure to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to follow the steps in ... a plug from a socket. Use of fire or other damage to avoid any metal parts. Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use...
Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Failure to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to follow the steps in ... a plug from a socket. Use of fire or other damage to avoid any metal parts. Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use...
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... any of the computer. Sample connecting the AC adapter 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. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with the cord/cable or plug;
... any of the computer. Sample connecting the AC adapter 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. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with the cord/cable or plug;
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... plugged into an AC power source for information on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter NOTE If the AC power light ...it is time to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for at least three hours with its battery already installed. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ...
... plugged into an AC power source for information on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter NOTE If the AC power light ...it is time to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for at least three hours with its battery already installed. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ...
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... AC Adapter to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once the battery is now ready for you to recharge. Using the computer for the first time The computer is charged for... the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for system operation and will allow the battery to turn it . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a...
... AC Adapter to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once the battery is now ready for you to recharge. Using the computer for the first time The computer is charged for... the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for system operation and will allow the battery to turn it . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a...
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... Using the computer for an entire product Series. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and... of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on your screen display when you turn on the notebook chassis, unless you may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
... Using the computer for an entire product Series. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and... of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on your screen display when you turn on the notebook chassis, unless you may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
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When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: ...
When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: ...
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... or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. depending on , begin at step 1; For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. You can install one or two memory modules. If...
... or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. depending on , begin at step 1; For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. You can install one or two memory modules. If...
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... memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized...
... memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized...
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If you are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have three options to recharge the main battery. You can use a hot key to fully charge the main battery. When you can also use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to turn on page 218. With the computer off, it for...
If you are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have three options to recharge the main battery. You can use a hot key to fully charge the main battery. When you can also use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to turn on page 218. With the computer off, it for...
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... computer. 2 Plug the microphone cord into the headphone jack. For more information, see "Taking care of your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on page 137. For information about taking care of your battery" on page 118. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your hearing. The headphone...
... computer. 2 Plug the microphone cord into the headphone jack. For more information, see "Taking care of your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on page 137. For information about taking care of your battery" on page 118. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your hearing. The headphone...
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.... This feature saves your work " on page 84 for details. 76 See your work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved.
.... This feature saves your work " on page 84 for details. 76 See your work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved.
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... if it has an automatic save your work . TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work on -screen instructions. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your program's documentation to get...
... if it has an automatic save your work . TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work on -screen instructions. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your program's documentation to get...
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...until the on/off computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the hard disk, no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. Starting again after Shut down the computer by... from the hard disk rather than restoring it from Standby, because information is lost if the main battery discharges ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off light changes to blue. Learning the Basics Powering down completely, but it...
...until the on/off computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the hard disk, no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. Starting again after Shut down the computer by... from the hard disk rather than restoring it from Standby, because information is lost if the main battery discharges ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off light changes to blue. Learning the Basics Powering down completely, but it...
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...Hibernation mode, press the power button until the on/off light turns blue. If you put the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. NOTE If you can continue working from Turn off . Be sure to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Hibernation mode by...returns to the mode in which you left it again by closing the display panel, you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Using Standby The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. Factors to save your unsaved information will...
...Hibernation mode, press the power button until the on/off light turns blue. If you put the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. NOTE If you can continue working from Turn off . Be sure to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Hibernation mode by...returns to the mode in which you left it again by closing the display panel, you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Using Standby The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. Factors to save your unsaved information will...
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... features active, allowing your computer while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that enhance its maximum energy efficiency, so that you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. We...
... features active, allowing your computer while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that enhance its maximum energy efficiency, so that you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. We...