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... Installing additional memory (optional 48 Removing a memory module 50 Connecting a mouse 52 Connecting a keyboard 53 Connecting a printer 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the battery 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the power 57 Using the TouchPad 59 Setting up...
... Installing additional memory (optional 48 Removing a memory module 50 Connecting a mouse 52 Connecting a keyboard 53 Connecting a printer 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the battery 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the power 57 Using the TouchPad 59 Setting up...
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... command 93 Hibernation command 93 Standby command 94 Using the Turn Off Computer command 95 Using Hibernation 96 Using Standby 98 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 99 Toshiba's energy-saver design 99 Managing power usage 99 Running the computer on battery power 100 Using additional battery packs 100 Battery safety precautions 100
... command 93 Hibernation command 93 Standby command 94 Using the Turn Off Computer command 95 Using Hibernation 96 Using Standby 98 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 99 Toshiba's energy-saver design 99 Managing power usage 99 Running the computer on battery power 100 Using additional battery packs 100 Battery safety precautions 100
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18 Maximizing battery life 101 Charging batteries 101 Charging the main battery 102 Charging the RTC battery 102 Monitoring battery power 103 Determining remaining battery power 103 Conserving battery power 104 What to do when the battery runs low 104 Changing the main battery 105 Removing the battery 106 Inserting a charged battery 107 Disposing of used batteries safely 107 Traveling tips 108 Chapter...
18 Maximizing battery life 101 Charging batteries 101 Charging the main battery 102 Charging the RTC battery 102 Monitoring battery power 103 Determining remaining battery power 103 Conserving battery power 104 What to do when the battery runs low 104 Changing the main battery 105 Removing the battery 106 Inserting a charged battery 107 Disposing of used batteries safely 107 Traveling tips 108 Chapter...
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... side Security lock slot Cooling vents PC Card lock PC Card slots PC Card eject buttons Wi-Fi switch* Wi-Fi LED Volume control dial Battery lock * for systems with optional Wi-Fi™ The security lock slot allows you to install additional devices.
... side Security lock slot Cooling vents PC Card lock PC Card slots PC Card eject buttons Wi-Fi switch* Wi-Fi LED Volume control dial Battery lock * for systems with optional Wi-Fi™ The security lock slot allows you to install additional devices.
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The volume control dial allows you to adjust the volume of order. You cannot install it later. The battery lock releases the battery. Finding Your Way Around Left side 33 The Wi-FiTM switch (available only on Wi-Fi systems) turns the optional 802.11b Wi-Fi wireless communication system on . NOTE: The Wi-FiTM option must be factory-installed at the time of the computer's speakers. The Wi-FiTM LED (available only on Wi-Fi systems) glows orange when the wireless LAN functions are on or off. For more information, see "Charging the main battery" on page 102.
The volume control dial allows you to adjust the volume of order. You cannot install it later. The battery lock releases the battery. Finding Your Way Around Left side 33 The Wi-FiTM switch (available only on Wi-Fi systems) turns the optional 802.11b Wi-Fi wireless communication system on . NOTE: The Wi-FiTM option must be factory-installed at the time of the computer's speakers. The Wi-FiTM LED (available only on Wi-Fi systems) glows orange when the wireless LAN functions are on or off. For more information, see "Charging the main battery" on page 102.
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..., normally 2 percent. ❖ Does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is used. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. The second shortcut button is user programmable button available to launch custom applications. The third shortcut button is user ...light glows green when the computer is off, you to an AC power source. System indicator panel AC power light On/off light Battery light Hard disk Drive-in one step. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Shortcut buttons Shortcut buttons allow you can...
..., normally 2 percent. ❖ Does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is used. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. The second shortcut button is user programmable button available to launch custom applications. The third shortcut button is user ...light glows green when the computer is off, you to an AC power source. System indicator panel AC power light On/off light Battery light Hard disk Drive-in one step. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Shortcut buttons Shortcut buttons allow you can...
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... about playing CDs, see "Changing the main battery" on page 84. Finding Your Way Around Underside 39 With nothing in the drive, setting the switch to the right turns on page 86. Underside Memory slot cover Battery Battery release latch The memory slot cover protects the ...expansion memory module. The battery provides DC power to the sound system. For more information about playing DVDs, see "Installing additional...
... about playing CDs, see "Changing the main battery" on page 84. Finding Your Way Around Underside 39 With nothing in the drive, setting the switch to the right turns on page 86. Underside Memory slot cover Battery Battery release latch The memory slot cover protects the ...expansion memory module. The battery provides DC power to the sound system. For more information about playing DVDs, see "Installing additional...
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40 Finding Your Way Around Underside The battery release latch and battery latch lock secure the battery to the computer and prevent it from falling out.
40 Finding Your Way Around Underside The battery release latch and battery latch lock secure the battery to the computer and prevent it from falling out.
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... on page 54. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can use it. Ask your computer Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers. Occasionally, even new programs you may contain a computer virus. Before starting... to use external power or to charge the battery, you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. This precaution is stored magnetically. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on...
... on page 54. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can use it. Ask your computer Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers. Occasionally, even new programs you may contain a computer virus. Before starting... to use external power or to charge the battery, you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. This precaution is stored magnetically. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on...
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... to the printer and to your computer The following instructions assume you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer's batteries. Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you have a parallel printer, which is in use. AC adapter and power cable To the computer To...
... to the printer and to your computer The following instructions assume you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer's batteries. Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you have a parallel printer, which is in use. AC adapter and power cable To the computer To...
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... on and glows green. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands. If the battery is fully charged the battery light remains on the status panel glows amber. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer 55 To connect AC power to the ... bend, damage, place heavy objects on the power cable to a live AC outlet. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases.
... on and glows green. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands. If the battery is fully charged the battery light remains on the status panel glows amber. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer 55 To connect AC power to the ... bend, damage, place heavy objects on the power cable to a live AC outlet. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases.
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...using all the computer's resources. 56 Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you can use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 100. Connect the computer to charge a fully charged battery can charge the battery with the computer off for the first time, avoid leaving ... and are using the AC adapter and power cable. The battery light on . The battery may not charge if several hours to charge the battery while the computer is charging. It takes much longer to charge the battery with the computer turned off or on the status panel glows...
...using all the computer's resources. 56 Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you can use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 100. Connect the computer to charge a fully charged battery can charge the battery with the computer off for the first time, avoid leaving ... and are using the AC adapter and power cable. The battery light on . The battery may not charge if several hours to charge the battery while the computer is charging. It takes much longer to charge the battery with the computer turned off or on the status panel glows...
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... media in loss of data. The hard disk drive-access light flashes when the hard disk drive is connected to an external power source, the battery light glows. If the battery is being charged, the battery light glows amber.
... media in loss of data. The hard disk drive-access light flashes when the hard disk drive is connected to an external power source, the battery light glows. If the battery is being charged, the battery light glows amber.
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... see "Powering down the computer" on page 93. ❖ Never turn on the system indicator panel is off) to fully charge the main battery. For more information. NOTE: Save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn off for a while. Alternatively, use the Windows Standby... the computer off the computer: ❖ If you have work in progress and aren't connected to a network, use Hibernation to recharge the main battery. Guidelines for more information, see "Using diskettes" on page 76. ❖ To leave the computer off the power while a disk light on the...
... see "Powering down the computer" on page 93. ❖ Never turn on the system indicator panel is off) to fully charge the main battery. For more information. NOTE: Save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn off for a while. Alternatively, use the Windows Standby... the computer off the computer: ❖ If you have work in progress and aren't connected to a network, use Hibernation to recharge the main battery. Guidelines for more information, see "Using diskettes" on page 76. ❖ To leave the computer off the power while a disk light on the...
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... is built to clean the computer. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for long trips. Ask your Toshiba dealer or through toshibaaccessories.com. Moving the computer Before moving your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make...
... is built to clean the computer. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for long trips. Ask your Toshiba dealer or through toshibaaccessories.com. Moving the computer Before moving your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make...
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... lists computing tips that you should follow when using your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. You will lose all the work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you can turn on.
... lists computing tips that you should follow when using your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. You will lose all the work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you can turn on.
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NOTE: Save your data even when you are using Standby mode, in case the battery discharges before you are updating, open the program's File menu and click Save. ❖ To save the current file with , choose Save As from the ...
NOTE: Save your data even when you are using Standby mode, in case the battery discharges before you are updating, open the program's File menu and click Save. ❖ To save the current file with , choose Save As from the ...
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... controls, see "Front panel controls" on the front of the computer so that you can play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power. DVD-ROM drive components If you have a DVD-ROM drive, it may damage the media in -use light that you play high-resolution video... can access them whether the display panel is turned off the computer while any drives are located on page 37. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that glows when the system is accessing the CD or DVD, the eject button used to release the disc tray, and a manual eject hole...
... controls, see "Front panel controls" on the front of the computer so that you can play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power. DVD-ROM drive components If you have a DVD-ROM drive, it may damage the media in -use light that you play high-resolution video... can access them whether the display panel is turned off the computer while any drives are located on page 37. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that glows when the system is accessing the CD or DVD, the eject button used to release the disc tray, and a manual eject hole...
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...most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the state in Hibernation..., the computer uses no battery power. You must open programs and files you were previously using. Restoring information from the hard drive takes longer than restoring it first saves the...
...most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the state in Hibernation..., the computer uses no battery power. You must open programs and files you were previously using. Restoring information from the hard drive takes longer than restoring it first saves the...
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...; Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses less time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the computer in ...you left off. Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a power-saving mode. A fully charged battery will last approximately eight hours in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. Standby holds the current state of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to...
...; Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses less time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the computer in ...you left off. Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a power-saving mode. A fully charged battery will last approximately eight hours in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. Standby holds the current state of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to...