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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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... follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Continuous operation for more information. Remove the battery pack.
... follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Continuous operation for more information. Remove the battery pack.
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... could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to shut down. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Getting Started... creating a vacuum. The fan draws in by drawing outside air into the computer. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU.
... could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to shut down. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Getting Started... creating a vacuum. The fan draws in by drawing outside air into the computer. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU.
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... 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 avoid any metal parts. Failure to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord... to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery. When you connect the AC adapter to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury.
... 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 avoid any metal parts. Failure to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord... to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery. When you connect the AC adapter to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury.
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... cord in serious injury. Never tamper with wet hands. never bend or twist a power cable; 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 in place...
... cord in serious injury. Never tamper with wet hands. never bend or twist a power cable; 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 in place...
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...be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. 54 Getting Started Using the main battery ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is...not plugged into a live wall outlet for information on . The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered 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 . For more ...
...be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. 54 Getting Started Using the main battery ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is...not plugged into a live wall outlet for information on . The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered 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 . For more ...
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... intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn on... battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 56 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Never lift or move the computer using high-precision ...
... intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn on... battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 56 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Never lift or move the computer using high-precision ...
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...57 specifications corresponding to ensure that any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all of the many possible icons used on your computer: Sample system icons Turning...and hold the power button until the operating system has completely loaded. 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 those features. Getting Started Using the computer for the first...
...57 specifications corresponding to ensure that any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all of the many possible icons used on your computer: Sample system icons Turning...and hold the power button until the operating system has completely loaded. 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 those features. Getting Started Using the computer for the first...
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... memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is in use . Never turn off the computer while any of data. For more information on page 48. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on memory options... is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet The hard disk drive light flashes to indicate that came with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to run most of today's popular applications. See "Setting up your computer, or visit accessories...
... memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is in use . Never turn off the computer while any of data. For more information on page 48. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on memory options... is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet The hard disk drive light flashes to indicate that came with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to run most of today's popular applications. See "Setting up your computer, or visit accessories...
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For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the base of the computer. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for a long time, the memory module will ..., or both. You will need a standard Phillips No. 0 screwdriver for this happens, let the module cool to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If you replace it.
For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the base of the computer. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for a long time, the memory module will ..., or both. You will need a standard Phillips No. 0 screwdriver for this happens, let the module cool to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If you replace it.
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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 the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. When...
... 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 the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. When...
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... settings you wish to fully charge the main battery. For more information, see "Conserving battery power" on page 158. There are not using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to assign the TOSHIBA Assist button. Powering off the computer It...
... settings you wish to fully charge the main battery. For more information, see "Conserving battery power" on page 158. There are not using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to assign the TOSHIBA Assist button. Powering off the computer It...
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Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on page 128. Caring for your computer 85 Different ways to turn the computer on and... off the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 110. To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Getting Started Caring for ...
Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on page 128. Caring for your computer 85 Different ways to turn the computer on and... off the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 110. To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Getting Started Caring for ...
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... lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature which you can turn on page 93 for details. 87 See your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips and provides...
... lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature which you can turn on page 93 for details. 87 See your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips and provides...
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... automatic save feature. If you are working with a document that saves documents at regular intervals. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be configured to warn you need to see "Setting battery alarms" on page 123. Saving files 1 On the File menu of your work on the keyboard indicator... panel goes out. Use this is all you when the battery is running low, see if it a file name. Check your program's documentation to do. If you turn off the computer, save your work ...
... automatic save feature. If you are working with a document that saves documents at regular intervals. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be configured to warn you need to see "Setting battery alarms" on page 123. Saving files 1 On the File menu of your work on the keyboard indicator... panel goes out. Use this is all you when the battery is running low, see if it a file name. Check your program's documentation to do. If you turn off the computer, save your work ...
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... you are connected to reload the operating system, for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses Turn Off if you will be away from your mind...
... you are connected to reload the operating system, for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses Turn Off if you will be away from your mind...
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... into a powersaving mode. Since Hibernation does not require power to the state in which you were using. But it uses a little more time and battery power to start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the state in which you left it... your computer is being retrieved from where you left off the computer, but it . When you start up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than restoring it , and opens all the programs and files you left it from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to maintain the...
... into a powersaving mode. Since Hibernation does not require power to the state in which you were using. But it uses a little more time and battery power to start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the state in which you left it... your computer is being retrieved from where you left off the computer, but it . When you start up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than restoring it , and opens all the programs and files you left it from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to maintain the...