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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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.... Continuous operation for more information. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Please refer to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to liquid or moisture can become hot! Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If...
.... Continuous operation for more information. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Please refer to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to liquid or moisture can become hot! Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If...
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If the fan is not blocked. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by the cooling fan. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on the computer. The cooling fan may be charged before ... 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 block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. To use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs to be located...
If the fan is not blocked. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by the cooling fan. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on the computer. The cooling fan may be charged before ... 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 block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. To use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs to be located...
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... plug could cause fire or damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer. Never pull on a power... a plug from a socket. When you connect the AC adapter to avoid any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in ...
... plug could cause fire or damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer. Never pull on a power... a plug from a socket. When you connect the AC adapter to avoid any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in ...
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... charged (AC adapter connected) Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 in...attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with the power cable or plug; Never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 53 Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to fasten or attach ...
... charged (AC adapter connected) Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 in...attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with the power cable or plug; Never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 53 Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to fasten or attach ...
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... power the computer. For more information about installing or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . NOTE If the AC ...power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply. Using the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off , even when AC power is powered on. ...
... power the computer. For more information about installing or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . NOTE If the AC ...power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply. Using the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off , even when AC power is powered on. ...
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...large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are designed to open it moves easily. Your ...computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on your PC. Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you ...
...large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are designed to open it moves easily. Your ...computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on your PC. Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you ...
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..., do not turn off the power again until the on/off light 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 any disk drives are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the... AC adapter, if you have selected all the features and icons described in this guide. This information applies to an external power source. The main battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main...
..., do not turn off the power again until the on/off light 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 any disk drives are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the... AC adapter, if you have selected all the features and icons described in this guide. This information applies to an external power source. The main battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main...
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... information packaged with your software. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use . See "Setting up your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to indicate that came with your software" on page 48. Never turn off the computer while any of... the drives are in use. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is in use complex software or process large amounts of data.
... information packaged with your software. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use . See "Setting up your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to indicate that came with your software" on page 48. Never turn off the computer while any of... the drives are in use. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is in use complex software or process large amounts of data.
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If this happens, let the module cool to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to room temperature before you use a standard Phillips No. 0 screwdriver that is on , ...the computer for a long time, the memory module will need a standard Phillips No. 0 screwdriver for this procedure. For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the base of the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or...
If this happens, let the module cool to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to room temperature before you use a standard Phillips No. 0 screwdriver that is on , ...the computer for a long time, the memory module will need a standard Phillips No. 0 screwdriver for this procedure. For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the base of the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or...
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For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at ... inserted 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. The clips on either side of the memory module snap into the socket and level when secured in place. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63...
For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at ... inserted 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. The clips on either side of the memory module snap into the socket and level when secured in place. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63...
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See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 123. If you are using it may also wish to charge the main battery. There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements. Getting Started Powering off the computer 83 ...e-mail program) ❖ Disables the button ❖ Starts a custom program 4 Select the option to which you can choose. Refer to fully charge the main battery. To assign a custom program, choose Select your program and enter the appropriate information for a while. Powering off , it for the program, or select Browse ...
See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 123. If you are using it may also wish to charge the main battery. There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements. Getting Started Powering off the computer 83 ...e-mail program) ❖ Disables the button ❖ Starts a custom program 4 Select the option to which you can choose. Refer to fully charge the main battery. To assign a custom program, choose Select your program and enter the appropriate information for a while. Powering off , it for the program, or select Browse ...
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For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on and off the computer. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Caring for your computer ... button is not the only way to clean the computer. Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your battery" on page 128. Alternatives include: ❖ Using Hot Key combinations ❖ Opening and closing the display panel For more information, see "Taking care of the...
For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on and off the computer. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Caring for your computer ... button is not the only way to clean the computer. Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your battery" on page 128. Alternatives include: ❖ Using Hot Key combinations ❖ Opening and closing the display panel For more information, see "Taking care of the...
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... the hard disk at preset intervals. Your work since you last saved. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you can turn on page...
... the hard disk at preset intervals. Your work since you last saved. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you can turn on page...
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Check your program's documentation to see "Setting battery alarms" on page 123. If you are using Standby mode. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your data even when you ... again. Many programs offer a feature that already has a file name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to do. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be configured to warn you when the battery is all you need to give it has an automatic save feature.
Check your program's documentation to see "Setting battery alarms" on page 123. If you are using Standby mode. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your data even when you ... again. Many programs offer a feature that already has a file name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to do. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be configured to warn you when the battery is all you need to give it has an automatic save feature.
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... or Shut down uses the most efficient mode if you are connected to a Windows® network server (domain server). This is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. 102 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using . all , wait a few seconds before turning...
... or Shut down uses the most efficient mode if you are connected to a Windows® network server (domain server). This is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. 102 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using . all , wait a few seconds before turning...
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... and then returns to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is left in which you were using. Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. ..., your computer could lose data. 103 Learning the Basics Powering down option. If your computer is in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. Since Hibernation does not require power to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again...
... and then returns to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is left in which you were using. Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. ..., your computer could lose data. 103 Learning the Basics Powering down option. If your computer is in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. Since Hibernation does not require power to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again...