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Contents Introduction 38 This guide 39 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Creating a computer-friendly environment........42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Other precautions 47 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 49 Setting up your computer 49 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........51 Adding external devices 51 Connecting to a power source 52 Using the main battery 55 28
Contents Introduction 38 This guide 39 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Creating a computer-friendly environment........42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Other precautions 47 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 49 Setting up your computer 49 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........51 Adding external devices 51 Connecting to a power source 52 Using the main battery 55 28
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... CD or DVD Discs 107 Powering down the computer 108 Using the Turn off command 108 Using Hibernation Mode 110 Using Stand By Mode 113 Toshiba's online resources 116 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 118 Power management 119
... CD or DVD Discs 107 Powering down the computer 108 Using the Turn off command 108 Using Hibernation Mode 110 Using Stand By Mode 113 Toshiba's online resources 116 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 118 Power management 119
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... 127 Using a hot key to set the power profile..........127 Changing the main battery 128 Removing the battery from the computer .......129 Inserting a charged battery 130 Taking care of your battery 132 Battery Safety precautions 132 Maximizing battery life 133 Disposing of used batteries 134 Traveling tips 135 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 136 Exploring the desktop...
... 127 Using a hot key to set the power profile..........127 Changing the main battery 128 Removing the battery from the computer .......129 Inserting a charged battery 130 Taking care of your battery 132 Battery Safety precautions 132 Maximizing battery life 133 Disposing of used batteries 134 Traveling tips 135 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 136 Exploring the desktop...
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... the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility 256 Using RAID 256 RAID-0 257 RAID-1 258 When you first start your computer 259 Creating a new RAID-0 array 261 TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility 263 Defining options for RAID-0 or RAID-1...........266 Viewing the status of an array 269 Viewing the status of a hard disk drive... conflict 288 A plan of action 288 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....289 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........290 Memory problems 292 Power and the batteries 293 Keyboard problems 295 Display problems 295
... the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility 256 Using RAID 256 RAID-0 257 RAID-1 258 When you first start your computer 259 Creating a new RAID-0 array 261 TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility 263 Defining options for RAID-0 or RAID-1...........266 Viewing the status of an array 269 Viewing the status of a hard disk drive... conflict 288 A plan of action 288 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....289 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........290 Memory problems 292 Power and the batteries 293 Keyboard problems 295 Display problems 295
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... computer in prime operating condition, protect your PC, and never expose the PC to rain, water, seawater, or moisture. Exposure to the PC. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are connected to the computer) or speakerphones ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of...
... computer in prime operating condition, protect your PC, and never expose the PC to rain, water, seawater, or moisture. Exposure to the PC. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are connected to the computer) or speakerphones ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of...
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..., or moisture. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and PC. 3. Turn off the PC. 2. If any part of your eyes. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started Selecting a place to withstand the rigors of travel. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Failure to an authorized service center. We recommend that...
..., or moisture. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and PC. 3. Turn off the PC. 2. If any part of your eyes. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started Selecting a place to withstand the rigors of travel. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Failure to an authorized service center. We recommend that...
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... located on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Important information on surfaces with a rechargeable battery pack that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Your computer comes with objects that must complete all setup steps up...
... located on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Important information on surfaces with a rechargeable battery pack that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Your computer comes with objects that must complete all setup steps up...
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... display the message "An Internet connection could not be chosen." 50 Getting Started Setting up your computer To use external power or to charge the battery, you choose your computer name and network settings. Setting up your system administrator before you must attach the AC adapter. The computer pauses for a moment...
... display the message "An Internet connection could not be chosen." 50 Getting Started Setting up your computer To use external power or to charge the battery, you choose your computer name and network settings. Setting up your system administrator before you must attach the AC adapter. The computer pauses for a moment...
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...) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Inserting and removing PC Cards" on page 154) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate.
...) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Inserting and removing PC Cards" on page 154) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate.
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... computer lets you know the AC power status when the display is fully charged If the main battery is present, the battery light : ❖ Glows amber while the battery is charging ❖ Glows blue when the battery is closed. If the power cord/cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Doing so...
... computer lets you know the AC power status when the display is fully charged If the main battery is present, the battery light : ❖ Glows amber while the battery is charging ❖ Glows blue when the battery is closed. If the power cord/cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Doing so...
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... computer off. For more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge the battery while the computer is on page 123 If the battery light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply.... Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. Once the battery is charged for information on determining battery power, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 281 for troubleshooting information. It takes several hours to run applications, ...
... computer off. For more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge the battery while the computer is on page 123 If the battery light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply.... Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. Once the battery is charged for information on determining battery power, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 281 for troubleshooting information. It takes several hours to run applications, ...
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NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on your computer. Small bright dots may appear on . Any small bright dots that ...Your display contains an extremely large number of the TFT manufacturing technology. Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is powered on your TFT display when you turn on the...Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift the display panel. The RTC battery charges when the computer is attached.
NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on your computer. Small bright dots may appear on . Any small bright dots that ...Your display contains an extremely large number of the TFT manufacturing technology. Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is powered on your TFT display when you turn on the...Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift the display panel. The RTC battery charges when the computer is attached.
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The first time you turn on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate. This is operated on battery power. The screen may not be dimmer when the computer is an intrinsic characteristic of the many possible icons that may not have all the ... are properly connected and ready. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. You may be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are examples of some of LCD technology.
The first time you turn on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate. This is operated on battery power. The screen may not be dimmer when the computer is an intrinsic characteristic of the many possible icons that may not have all the ... are properly connected and ready. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. You may be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are examples of some of LCD technology.
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... module, be careful not to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 63 5 Remove the battery (see "Changing the main battery" on the side you insert into the computer). 8 Remove the new memory module from its gold connector bar (on page 128). 6 Using a standard...
... module, be careful not to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 63 5 Remove the battery (see "Changing the main battery" on the side you insert into the computer). 8 Remove the new memory module from its gold connector bar (on page 128). 6 Using a standard...
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.... You can verify that the computer has recognized it down for at least ten seconds, then turn the computer upside down and remove the main battery module. 3 Loosen the screw that secures the memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer...
.... You can verify that the computer has recognized it down for at least ten seconds, then turn the computer upside down and remove the main battery module. 3 Loosen the screw that secures the memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer...
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... port provides another way to connect a VCR/DVD player or game console to fully charge the main battery. Powering off ) to your computer. 4 Turn on the external video device. When the battery light glows blue, the battery is a good idea to the external video device. To do this: 1 Connect the external device's video...
... port provides another way to connect a VCR/DVD player or game console to fully charge the main battery. Powering off ) to your computer. 4 Turn on the external video device. When the battery light glows blue, the battery is a good idea to the external video device. To do this: 1 Connect the external device's video...
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The next time you turn off . Never turn on page 118. To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on cleaning and moving your computer. Never spray cleaner directly onto the ... lightly dampened cloth. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 108. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the computer, you automatically return to where you left off the computer while any drive is in progress and are using ...
The next time you turn off . Never turn on page 118. To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on cleaning and moving your computer. Never spray cleaner directly onto the ... lightly dampened cloth. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 108. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the computer, you automatically return to where you left off the computer while any drive is in progress and are using ...
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...stays in the computer's memory until you save feature that you must restart your computer, or your software documentation for details. 86 See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Your work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic ...features. Your computer can activate. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk. See your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to warn you are working.
...stays in the computer's memory until you save feature that you must restart your computer, or your software documentation for details. 86 See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Your work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic ...features. Your computer can activate. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk. See your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to warn you are working.
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... discharges, your information will be configured to warn you are using the Stand By command. Check your programs' documentation to see "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. To save your work to the hard disk drive. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such ... minutes. Always save feature. Your computer can be lost. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save : ❖ A file you when the battery is running low, see whether they have an automatic save your data even when you are updating, open the program's File menu and click Save...
... discharges, your information will be configured to warn you are using the Stand By command. Check your programs' documentation to see "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. To save your work to the hard disk drive. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such ... minutes. Always save feature. Your computer can be lost. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save : ❖ A file you when the battery is running low, see whether they have an automatic save your data even when you are updating, open the program's File menu and click Save...
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...By, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer window appears. 2 Hold down the shift key and click Hibernate ("Hibernate" only appears while the Shift key ...is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in which you left it . Going into Hibernation mode If you ...
...By, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer window appears. 2 Hold down the shift key and click Hibernate ("Hibernate" only appears while the Shift key ...is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in which you left it . Going into Hibernation mode If you ...