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...-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions 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...
...-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions 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 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 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 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 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 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
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... media 100 Recording optical media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
... media 100 Recording optical media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
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... 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing the battery from the computer .......113 Inserting a charged battery 115 Taking care of your battery 116 Safety precautions 116 Maintaining your battery 117 Disposing of used batteries 118 Traveling tips 119 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 120 Exploring the desktop...
... 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing the battery from the computer .......113 Inserting a charged battery 115 Taking care of your battery 116 Safety precautions 116 Maintaining your battery 117 Disposing of used batteries 118 Traveling tips 119 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 120 Exploring the desktop...
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... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
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...computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. To conserve... the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that you purchased is ...
...computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. To conserve... the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that you purchased is ...
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... Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of the computer. 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. ❖...) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of use, and to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep ...
... Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of the computer. 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. ❖...) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of use, and to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep ...
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...including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on a carpet or other... soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Read the ...
...including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on a carpet or other... soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Read the ...
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... liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to remove ...to the computer. Use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has...Connecting to a power source 47 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or ...
... liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to remove ...to the computer. Use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has...Connecting to a power source 47 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or ...
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... first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge. Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, ...system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber ...
... first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge. Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, ...system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber ...
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... not force it beyond the point where it . Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the...
... not force it beyond the point where it . Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the...
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...designed to accommodate all optical drives are empty. This information applies to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the icons or switches shown on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your select model may not have selected all the features and...an entire product Series. Any small bright dots that all possible configurations for the first time 51 Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on your computer. When the computer is operated on the ...
...designed to accommodate all optical drives are empty. This information applies to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the icons or switches shown on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your select model may not have selected all the features and...an entire product Series. Any small bright dots that all possible configurations for the first time 51 Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on your computer. When the computer is operated on the ...
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...Click Shut Down. The Shut Down menu appears. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 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. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down ...
...Click Shut Down. The Shut Down menu appears. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 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. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down ...
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...now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the next time you need to shut down the computer and open ...the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 60. When the operating system has loaded, ...
...now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the next time you need to shut down the computer and open ...the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 60. When the operating system has loaded, ...
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... When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is... out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is... out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... the cable to one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. If you are off ) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to upgrade your work.
... the cable to one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. If you are off ) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to upgrade your work.
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Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. Factors ...10070; Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on page 80. 76 Getting ...
Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. Factors ...10070; Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on page 80. 76 Getting ...
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...current state of the system is stored in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off the computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes ..., you power down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. If you will be lost. Getting Started Turning off the computer 77...
...current state of the system is stored in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off the computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes ..., you power down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. If you will be lost. Getting Started Turning off the computer 77...
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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...
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... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate 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 display the actions that you want . The Advanced settings tab...
... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate 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 display the actions that you want . The Advanced settings tab...