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Contents Introduction 38 This guide 39 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 41 Other documentation 41 Service options 42 Chapter 1: Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work 43 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 43 Keeping yourself comfortable 44 Precautions 44 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba 49 Adding external devices 50 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Using the main battery 54 29
Contents Introduction 38 This guide 39 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 41 Other documentation 41 Service options 42 Chapter 1: Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work 43 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 43 Keeping yourself comfortable 44 Precautions 44 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba 49 Adding external devices 50 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Using the main battery 54 29
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... Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 117 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring main battery power 119 Determining remaining battery power 121 What to do when the main battery runs low .. 122 Setting...
... Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 117 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring main battery power 119 Determining remaining battery power 121 What to do when the main battery runs low .. 122 Setting...
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... conflict 213 A plan of action 213 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 214 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 220 Display problems 221 Disk drive problems 223 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 226 Sound system problems 227 PC Card...
... conflict 213 A plan of action 213 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 214 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 220 Display problems 221 Disk drive problems 223 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 226 Sound system problems 227 PC Card...
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 240 If you need further assistance 246 Before you contact Toshiba 246 Contacting Toshiba 247 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 248 Toshiba's worldwide offices 248 Appendix A: Hot Keys 250 Volume Mute 250 Password security 251 Without a password... 251 With a password 251 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 252 Power usage mode 253 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 240 If you need further assistance 246 Before you contact Toshiba 246 Contacting Toshiba 247 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 248 Toshiba's worldwide offices 248 Appendix A: Hot Keys 250 Volume Mute 250 Password security 251 Without a password... 251 With a password 251 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 252 Power usage mode 253 ...
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... spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. If any part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack.
... spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. If any part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack.
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... complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer 47 Important information on your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. To use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs to be...will vary depending on page 51. These components include, but are not limited to shut down. Do not use external power or to charge the battery you can use it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, ...
... complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer 47 Important information on your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. To use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs to be...will vary depending on page 51. These components include, but are not limited to shut down. Do not use external power or to charge the battery you can use it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, ...
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Always grasp the plug directly. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate. Failure to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result...adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the power cord/ cable and ...
Always grasp the plug directly. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate. Failure to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result...adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the power cord/ cable and ...
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... with wet hands. Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never place a power cable near a heat source; Doing any of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) Never attempt to connect or disconnect a... power plug with the power cable or plug; The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/ or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting...
... with wet hands. Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never place a power cable near a heat source; Doing any of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) Never attempt to connect or disconnect a... power plug with the power cable or plug; The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/ or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting...
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...into a live wall outlet for information on replacing the main battery. After that, the main battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer you must first charge it is powered on. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . NOTE... in the AC adapter. For more information about installing or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on page 126 for at least six hours with its main battery already installed. The RTC battery charges when the computer is not receiving input from the AC power supply. See...
...into a live wall outlet for information on replacing the main battery. After that, the main battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer you must first charge it is powered on. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . NOTE... in the AC adapter. For more information about installing or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on page 126 for at least six hours with its main battery already installed. The RTC battery charges when the computer is not receiving input from the AC power supply. See...
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...period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen technology. Your selected model may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.... brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on your display are designed to open it moves easily...
...period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen technology. Your selected model may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.... brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on your display are designed to open it moves easily...
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... you have selected all the features and icons described in this guide. The main battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is connected to all of the many possible icons used on your computer: Sample ...system icons Turning on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all those features. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn...
... you have selected all the features and icons described in this guide. The main battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is connected to all of the many possible icons used on your computer: Sample ...system icons Turning on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all those features. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn...
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See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. For more information on page 48. Your computer comes with enough memory to increase...large amounts of today's popular applications. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet The hard disk..., see the accessories information packaged with your software. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, or visit accessories...
See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. For more information on page 48. Your computer comes with enough memory to increase...large amounts of today's popular applications. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet The hard disk..., see the accessories information packaged with your software. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, or visit accessories...
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...replace it. If the computer is on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be installed in good condition. If this procedure. To ...any cables connected to step 3. 1 If the computer is on , click Start, Turn off computer. For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 126. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to room temperature before you use a...
...replace it. If the computer is on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be installed in good condition. If this procedure. To ...any cables connected to step 3. 1 If the computer is on , click Start, Turn off computer. For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 126. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to room temperature before you use a...
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For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63 clip clip Sample pressing down on either ... snap into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the...
For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63 clip clip Sample pressing down on either ... snap into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the...
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... wish to power off your computer when you are using it for details. Refer to charge the main battery. To assign a custom program, choose Select your program and enter the appropriate information for the first time...for the program, or select Browse to fully charge the main battery. There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to assign the TOSHIBA Assist button. Getting Started Powering off the computer 83 ❖ ...suit your particular requirements. For more information, see "Conserving battery power" on page 158. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 123.
... wish to power off your computer when you are using it for details. Refer to charge the main battery. To assign a custom program, choose Select your program and enter the appropriate information for the first time...for the program, or select Browse to fully charge the main battery. There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to assign the TOSHIBA Assist button. Getting Started Powering off the computer 83 ❖ ...suit your particular requirements. For more information, see "Conserving battery power" on page 158. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 123.
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Caring for your computer 85 Different ways to turn on page 110. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on and off Pressing the power button is not the only way to clean ..., see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Never spray cleaner directly onto ...
Caring for your computer 85 Different ways to turn on page 110. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on and off Pressing the power button is not the only way to clean ..., see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Never spray cleaner directly onto ...
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... restart your computer to reconnect, or your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature which you last saved. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work frequently. See your work since you can turn on page 93 for...
... restart your computer to reconnect, or your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature which you last saved. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work frequently. See your work since you can turn on page 93 for...
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...cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. Your computer can be lost. If you need to see "Setting battery alarms" on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. If you turn off the computer, save your information will be configured to give it has... an automatic save your program displays a Save As dialog box. Learning the Basics Saving your Windows program, click Save. If your battery fully discharges, your work Before you created a new document, your data even when you are working with a document that saves documents at regular ...
...cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. Your computer can be lost. If you need to see "Setting battery alarms" on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. If you turn off the computer, save your information will be configured to give it has... an automatic save your program displays a Save As dialog box. Learning the Basics Saving your Windows program, click Save. If your battery fully discharges, your work Before you created a new document, your data even when you are working with a document that saves documents at regular ...
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.... Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down : ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses Turn Off if you are connected to a Windows® network...
.... Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down : ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses Turn Off if you are connected to a Windows® network...
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..., you can continue working from the hard disk instead of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up than the Turn Off or Shut down the computer Hibernation command The... Hibernation command powers off . Standby stores the current state of the computer in which you start up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Standby option, because information is left off the computer, but it from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the...
..., you can continue working from the hard disk instead of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up than the Turn Off or Shut down the computer Hibernation command The... Hibernation command powers off . Standby stores the current state of the computer in which you start up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Standby option, because information is left off the computer, but it from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the...