User Guide
Page 14
... yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 51...
... yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 51...
User Guide
Page 16
... Standby mode more quickly 99 Toshiba's online resources 100 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Using additional batteries 102 Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery 103 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 105 Conserving battery power 106 What to do...
... Standby mode more quickly 99 Toshiba's online resources 100 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Using additional batteries 102 Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery 103 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 105 Conserving battery power 106 What to do...
User Guide
Page 17
17 Contents Changing the main battery 108 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 108 Inserting a charged battery 110 Safety precautions 111 Maximizing battery life 112 Disposing of used batteries safely 113 Traveling tips 114 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 115 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 115 Finding your way around ...
17 Contents Changing the main battery 108 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 108 Inserting a charged battery 110 Safety precautions 111 Maximizing battery life 112 Disposing of used batteries safely 113 Traveling tips 114 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 115 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 115 Finding your way around ...
User Guide
Page 20
... 205 A plan of action 205 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 206 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 207 Memory card problems 209 Power and the batteries 209 Keyboard problems 211 Display problems 211 Disk drive problems 213
... 205 A plan of action 205 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 206 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 207 Memory card problems 209 Power and the batteries 209 Keyboard problems 211 Display problems 211 Disk drive problems 213
User Guide
Page 35
...when the feature they represent is either on, or both on . Wireless indicator light-Flashes to an external power source. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 System indicator panel AC power light On/off light ... on and active. It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being accessed. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 105. The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is...
...when the feature they represent is either on, or both on . Wireless indicator light-Flashes to an external power source. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 System indicator panel AC power light On/off light ... on and active. It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being accessed. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 105. The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is...
User Guide
Page 37
... up and you need to log on the disc. Underside Expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi slot cover Cooling vent Hard disk drive cover Battery release latch Battery cover The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. To eject the disc press the button again. Finding Your Way Around Underside...
... up and you need to log on the disc. Underside Expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi slot cover Cooling vent Hard disk drive cover Battery release latch Battery cover The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. To eject the disc press the button again. Finding Your Way Around Underside...
User Guide
Page 38
... hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. It is not available. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you use your computer at an optimum temperature. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. 38...
... hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. It is not available. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you use your computer at an optimum temperature. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. 38...
User Guide
Page 44
... into the keyboard, turn off the computer while it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer immediately, disconnect the AC power adapter, and remove the battery. Be careful when you . Occasionally, even new programs you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. This precaution is stored magnetically. Overheating of...
... into the keyboard, turn off the computer while it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer immediately, disconnect the AC power adapter, and remove the battery. Be careful when you . Occasionally, even new programs you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. This precaution is stored magnetically. Overheating of...
User Guide
Page 45
...moment while checking for an internet connection. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. To use it. A window will display asking if you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen...description and click Next or Skip. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. NOTE: To register online, your computer's modem must be charged before you...
...moment while checking for an internet connection. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. To use it. A window will display asking if you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen...description and click Next or Skip. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. NOTE: To register online, your computer's modem must be charged before you...
User Guide
Page 48
48 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN jack on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. Connecting the power cable to charge the computer's batteries. AC adapter Power cable Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter. The AC power light on the back of the computer.
48 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN jack on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. Connecting the power cable to charge the computer's batteries. AC adapter Power cable Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter. The AC power light on the back of the computer.
User Guide
Page 49
... the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. The AC power and battery lights glow. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the power cable to a live electrical outlet. Never remove the power plug from the outlet.... Never pull directly on top of electric shock. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases.
... the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. The AC power and battery lights glow. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the power cable to a live electrical outlet. Never remove the power plug from the outlet.... Never pull directly on top of electric shock. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases.
User Guide
Page 50
... power, the time required to charge the battery when the computer is reduced. It takes much longer to charge the battery is on battery use the battery to show that it . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can charge the battery with the computer turned off for more information... on . It takes several hours to charge the battery when the computer is off ...
... power, the time required to charge the battery when the computer is reduced. It takes much longer to charge the battery is on battery use the battery to show that it . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can charge the battery with the computer turned off for more information... on . It takes several hours to charge the battery when the computer is off ...
User Guide
Page 52
...The AC power light glows when the computer is connected to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer for the first time Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on page 105. The... battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is not lit when the computer is in use . CAUTION: Never turn off...
...The AC power light glows when the computer is connected to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer for the first time Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on page 105. The... battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is not lit when the computer is in use . CAUTION: Never turn off...
User Guide
Page 55
... run most of either 128, 256, and 512 MB capacity. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to add an additional memory module of today's popular applications. You need a standard Phillips...
... run most of either 128, 256, and 512 MB capacity. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to add an additional memory module of today's popular applications. You need a standard Phillips...
User Guide
Page 58
... outward until the memory module pops up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then...
... outward until the memory module pops up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then...
User Guide
Page 65
... Hibernation mode to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn off your computer when you automatically return to recharge the main battery. Doing so may damage your system is set to the capabilities of the external video device. ❖ If the external video device, such as... higher resolution, only part of the desktop will appear on the screen. Turning off the computer It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. You can view the "lost" area by scrolling to it for a while. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Display limitations The quality of ...
... Hibernation mode to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn off your computer when you automatically return to recharge the main battery. Doing so may damage your system is set to the capabilities of the external video device. ❖ If the external video device, such as... higher resolution, only part of the desktop will appear on the screen. Turning off the computer It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. You can view the "lost" area by scrolling to it for a while. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Display limitations The quality of ...
User Guide
Page 66
...and other openings. 66 Getting Started Caring for appropriate cleaning products. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 102. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on page 91. Caring for your computer hard disk, ...computer To keep your computer, and explains how to clean the computer. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a ...
...and other openings. 66 Getting Started Caring for appropriate cleaning products. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 102. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on page 91. Caring for your computer hard disk, ...computer To keep your computer, and explains how to clean the computer. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a ...
User Guide
Page 69
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you save feature that you can be configured to the hard disk at preset intervals. Your computer can turn on ... you are working. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Your work frequently. See "Setting battery alarms" on . See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your file to warn you when the...
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you save feature that you can be configured to the hard disk at preset intervals. Your computer can turn on ... you are working. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Your work frequently. See "Setting battery alarms" on . See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your file to warn you when the...
User Guide
Page 74
... Start menu. NOTE: Save your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer to warn you when the battery is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is running low, see...system's tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for the program on your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you want to the hard disk drive or a diskette. Starting a program The easiest way to work on page 107. To ...
... Start menu. NOTE: Save your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer to warn you when the battery is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is running low, see...system's tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for the program on your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you want to the hard disk drive or a diskette. Starting a program The easiest way to work on page 107. To ...
User Guide
Page 79
... access reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on AC power rather than battery power.
... access reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on AC power rather than battery power.