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... yourself comfortable 32 Precautions 35 Setting up your computer 37 Setting up your software 37 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 39 Adding external devices 39 Connecting the AC adapter 40 Charging the main battery 41 Using the computer for the first time 42 Opening the display panel 42 Turning on the power...
... yourself comfortable 32 Precautions 35 Setting up your computer 37 Setting up your software 37 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 39 Adding external devices 39 Connecting the AC adapter 40 Charging the main battery 41 Using the computer for the first time 42 Opening the display panel 42 Turning on the power...
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... 4: Mobile Computing 87 Toshiba's energy-saver design 87 Running the computer on battery power 88 Power management 89 Charging the battery 89 Charging the RTC battery 90 Monitoring battery power 91 Determining remaining battery power 91 Conserving battery power 92 What to do when the battery runs low 93 Setting battery alarms 93 Changing the main battery 94 Removing the...
... 4: Mobile Computing 87 Toshiba's energy-saver design 87 Running the computer on battery power 88 Power management 89 Charging the battery 89 Charging the RTC battery 90 Monitoring battery power 91 Determining remaining battery power 91 Conserving battery power 92 What to do when the battery runs low 93 Setting battery alarms 93 Changing the main battery 94 Removing the...
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... 171 A plan of action 172 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 174 Memory card problems 176 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 178 Disk drive problems 180 DVD-ROM drive problems 182 Sound system problems 191 PC Card problems 191 Printer... problems 194 Modem problems 195 Develop good computing habits 196 If you need further assistance 197 Before you call 197 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 200
... 171 A plan of action 172 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 174 Memory card problems 176 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 178 Disk drive problems 180 DVD-ROM drive problems 182 Sound system problems 191 PC Card problems 191 Printer... problems 194 Modem problems 195 Develop good computing habits 196 If you need further assistance 197 Before you call 197 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 200
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16 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys 203 Instant password security 203 Without a password 203 With a password 203 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 204 Sound 205 Display modes 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 206 Keyboard hot keys 206 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 207 Glossary 209 Index 225
16 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys 203 Instant password security 203 Without a password 203 With a password 203 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 204 Sound 205 Display modes 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 206 Keyboard hot keys 206 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 207 Glossary 209 Index 225
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... it can continue to perform at its maximum speed. USB peripherals have a single standard for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The USB standard allows hot swapping of peripherals. Back Finding Your Way Around Back 23 Parallel port Cooling vent DC IN USB ports Modem port...
... it can continue to perform at its maximum speed. USB peripherals have a single standard for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The USB standard allows hot swapping of peripherals. Back Finding Your Way Around Back 23 Parallel port Cooling vent DC IN USB ports Modem port...
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... on light glows green when the computer is completely discharged. It glows green when the battery is being charged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on a mouse, with the stroke of a finger. The primary and secondary buttons below the TouchPad act ...Your Way Around Front with the display open 27 The TouchPadTM enables you to assist you in Standby mode. It glows amber while the battery is fully charged. The front panel provides a palm rest to move the cursor with primary and secondary functions. The light blinks when...
... on light glows green when the computer is completely discharged. It glows green when the battery is being charged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on a mouse, with the stroke of a finger. The primary and secondary buttons below the TouchPad act ...Your Way Around Front with the display open 27 The TouchPadTM enables you to assist you in Standby mode. It glows amber while the battery is fully charged. The front panel provides a palm rest to move the cursor with primary and secondary functions. The light blinks when...
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... key. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 63. The hard disk drive is on the top of data. Underside Memory slot cover Battery pack Battery release latch Battery latch lock The expansion memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you insert additional memory. For more information, see "Using the...
... key. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 63. The hard disk drive is on the top of data. Underside Memory slot cover Battery pack Battery release latch Battery latch lock The expansion memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you insert additional memory. For more information, see "Using the...
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For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 94. 30 Finding Your Way Around Underside The battery pack contains the battery. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case.
For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 94. 30 Finding Your Way Around Underside The battery pack contains the battery. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case.
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... components include, but are not limited to the internet?" To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery, you will this computer connect to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. See Connecting the AC adapter...
... components include, but are not limited to the internet?" To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery, you will this computer connect to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. See Connecting the AC adapter...
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... the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Never remove the power plug from an AC outlet and to charge the computer's batteries. 40 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from the outlet with wet...
... the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Never remove the power plug from an AC outlet and to charge the computer's batteries. 40 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from the outlet with wet...
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...IN jack, see "Back" on page 23. 3 Connect the power cable to charge the battery with the computer off for more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on . Toshiba assumes no liability for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in such cases. It... takes several hours to a live wall outlet. NOTE: Battery life and charge time may vary ...
...IN jack, see "Back" on page 23. 3 Connect the power cable to charge the battery with the computer off for more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on . Toshiba assumes no liability for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in such cases. It... takes several hours to a live wall outlet. NOTE: Battery life and charge time may vary ...
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...to indicate that the hard disk drive is connected to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is in front of a finger. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the TouchPad. ❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of ..., drag your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor with a floppy drive installed) is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is sensitive to touch and enables you 'd like to move the cursor: ❖ To ...
...to indicate that the hard disk drive is connected to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is in front of a finger. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the TouchPad. ❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of ..., drag your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor with a floppy drive installed) is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is sensitive to touch and enables you 'd like to move the cursor: ❖ To ...
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... is in loss of data. Getting Started Turning off the computer 55 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to recharge the main battery. With the computer off, it may damage the media in use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to save your computer when you ... Hibernate and Standby. For more information, see "Powering down when connected to a domain server instead. If you have three options to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the Windows® XP Home version operating system, or the...
... is in loss of data. Getting Started Turning off the computer 55 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to recharge the main battery. With the computer off, it may damage the media in use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to save your computer when you ... Hibernate and Standby. For more information, see "Powering down when connected to a domain server instead. If you have three options to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the Windows® XP Home version operating system, or the...
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CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the disk activity lights stop glowing) and ... peripheral cables are located). CAUTION: Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are disconnected. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on page 88. Moving the computer Before moving your computer, and explains how to clean...
CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the disk activity lights stop glowing) and ... peripheral cables are located). CAUTION: Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are disconnected. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on page 88. Moving the computer Before moving your computer, and explains how to clean...
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... provides important information about basic features. Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you when the battery is running low. You will lose all unsaved work frequently. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your file to the disk. See "Power...
... provides important information about basic features. Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you when the battery is running low. You will lose all unsaved work frequently. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your file to the disk. See "Power...
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... name of the file that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. NOTE: Always save feature. If your battery fully discharges, your data even when you when the battery is to the hard disk drive or a diskette. The cursor control mode light on page 109. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs...
... name of the file that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. NOTE: Always save feature. If your battery fully discharges, your data even when you when the battery is to the hard disk drive or a diskette. The cursor control mode light on page 109. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs...
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... surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that are not available on AC power rather than battery power. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that you want to backup with a DVD-ROM drive. Using your...
... surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that are not available on AC power rather than battery power. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that you want to backup with a DVD-ROM drive. Using your...
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..., changes the Stand By button to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and... mode: ❖ While in which you start up hibernation "Hibernation command" on page 79 and "Using Hibernation" on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the computer to maintain the saved information, ...
..., changes the Stand By button to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and... mode: ❖ While in which you start up hibernation "Hibernation command" on page 79 and "Using Hibernation" on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the computer to maintain the saved information, ...
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... about going into Hibernation mode more quickly" on page 84. Be sure to the state in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. If the battery discharges, your data will be lost if you do not save your information will eventually discharge in memory so that, when you restart... you left it , including all open programs and files you were using . Standby holds the current state of the computer in Standby mode. The battery will be lost . NOTE: If you power down ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to save your work first. For information ...
... about going into Hibernation mode more quickly" on page 84. Be sure to the state in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. If the battery discharges, your data will be lost if you do not save your information will eventually discharge in memory so that, when you restart... you left it , including all open programs and files you were using . Standby holds the current state of the computer in Standby mode. The battery will be lost . NOTE: If you power down ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to save your work first. For information ...
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... and files to power down the computer using the Standby command: 1 Click Start, select Turn off light blinks to indicate the machine is running on batteries, you cannot start it again by opening the display panel. Using Standby Follow these steps to memory, turns off computer box appears. 2 Click Standby...
... and files to power down the computer using the Standby command: 1 Click Start, select Turn off light blinks to indicate the machine is running on batteries, you cannot start it again by opening the display panel. Using Standby Follow these steps to memory, turns off computer box appears. 2 Click Standby...