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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Other precautions 45 Setting up your computer 46 Connecting the AC adapter 47 Charging the battery 50 Turning on the computer 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Setting up other devices 54 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Other precautions 45 Setting up your computer 46 Connecting the AC adapter 47 Charging the battery 50 Turning on the computer 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Setting up other devices 54 28
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... Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 128 Changing batteries 129 Taking care of your battery 131 Safety precautions 131 Maximizing battery life 132 Disposing of...
... Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 128 Changing batteries 129 Taking care of your battery 131 Safety precautions 131 Maximizing battery life 132 Disposing of...
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... 197 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own ........198 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 199 Memory problems 201 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems......208 Sound system problems... Modem problems 214 Develop good computing habits 214 If you need further assistance 215 Before you call 216 Contacting Toshiba 216 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 217 Toshiba's worldwide offices 218 Appendix A: Hot Keys 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 227 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree...
... 197 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own ........198 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 199 Memory problems 201 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems......208 Sound system problems... Modem problems 214 Develop good computing habits 214 If you need further assistance 215 Before you call 216 Contacting Toshiba 216 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 217 Toshiba's worldwide offices 218 Appendix A: Hot Keys 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 227 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree...
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...installing specific devices, see "Connecting Other External Devices" on page 57. ❖ Connect a local printer. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must attach the AC adapter. Before adding any of these devices to the computer, be charged before adding external or internal components... to charge the battery, you may want to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. See "Using a keyboard" on page 61. ❖ Connect ...
...installing specific devices, see "Connecting Other External Devices" on page 57. ❖ Connect a local printer. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must attach the AC adapter. Before adding any of these devices to the computer, be charged before adding external or internal components... to charge the battery, you may want to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. See "Using a keyboard" on page 61. ❖ Connect ...
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... the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Connecting the power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. When you connect/ disconnect it. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury...
... the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Connecting the power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. When you connect/ disconnect it. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury...
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... fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 125. Damaged power cords/cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. ...
... fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 125. Damaged power cords/cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. ...
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... live electrical outlet using all of the power provided by the AC Adaptor to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery can not occur. When the AC adapter is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the Slim SelectBay®, .... If the computer is completely charged and ready to power the computer. If you must charge it. When the battery light turns green, the battery is off for the battery varies depending upon the demand placed on the AC adapter. If the computer is on the applications, power management settings...
... live electrical outlet using all of the power provided by the AC Adaptor to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery can not occur. When the AC adapter is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the Slim SelectBay®, .... If the computer is completely charged and ready to power the computer. If you must charge it. When the battery light turns green, the battery is off for the battery varies depending upon the demand placed on the AC adapter. If the computer is on the applications, power management settings...
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... number of LCD technology. This is operated on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen. Any small bright dots that may appear on battery power and you may not be able to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. NOTE Over a period of time, and depending on the usage... panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Getting Started Turning on the computer 51 For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the computer The computer is manufactured using it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. ...
... number of LCD technology. This is operated on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen. Any small bright dots that may appear on battery power and you may not be able to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. NOTE Over a period of time, and depending on the usage... panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Getting Started Turning on the computer 51 For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the computer The computer is manufactured using it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. ...
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..., do not turn on the computer: 1 Make sure 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 ensure that any diskette drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on...
..., do not turn on the computer: 1 Make sure 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 ensure that any diskette drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on...
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...: Turn Off (or Shut down command if you are using the Windows® XP Professional operating system when not connected to fully charge the main battery. Never turn off until you open it again. ❖ If you close the display panel to recharge the main... battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to keep dust and dirt out of data. If you have work in progress and are using ...
...: Turn Off (or Shut down command if you are using the Windows® XP Professional operating system when not connected to fully charge the main battery. Never turn off until you open it again. ❖ If you close the display panel to recharge the main... battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to keep dust and dirt out of data. If you have work in progress and are using ...
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... in the primary slot, due to the unlocked position. Installing a memory module in your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to step 2. 1 Save your work, then shut down your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is vacant. otherwise, skip to complete this procedure. If you are uncomfortable with...
... in the primary slot, due to the unlocked position. Installing a memory module in your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to step 2. 1 Save your work, then shut down your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is vacant. otherwise, skip to complete this procedure. If you are uncomfortable with...
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68 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 1 Memory module cover Locating the sample memory module cover 7 Using a standard Phillips no memory module exists in the slot, proceed to step 9. If no . 1 screwdriver, ...
68 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 1 Memory module cover Locating the sample memory module cover 7 Using a standard Phillips no memory module exists in the slot, proceed to step 9. If no . 1 screwdriver, ...
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Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may have connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down. 5 If the battery lock is in a safe place so that you may damage the computer, the module, or both. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you ...can retrieve it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to the right and open the display panel. 9 Insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the brace...
Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may have connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down. 5 If the battery lock is in a safe place so that you may damage the computer, the module, or both. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you ...can retrieve it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to the right and open the display panel. 9 Insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the brace...
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When you turn on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with the two screws. 18 Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches. 19 Replace the retaining screw. 20 Install the battery pack. 21 Turn the computer over and restart it automatically recognizes the additional memory. Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 75 16 Replace the metal brace and the screw. 17 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer, it .
When you turn on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with the two screws. 18 Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches. 19 Replace the retaining screw. 20 Install the battery pack. 21 Turn the computer over and restart it automatically recognizes the additional memory. Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 75 16 Replace the metal brace and the screw. 17 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer, it .
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... can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with your computer, or to your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. After the module is stopped, it is safe to do so may result in the Slim SelectBay: ❖ DVD-ROM drive ❖ ...Multi-function drive ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from the Slim SelectBay® NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your computer can be used...
... can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with your computer, or to your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. After the module is stopped, it is safe to do so may result in the Slim SelectBay: ❖ DVD-ROM drive ❖ ...Multi-function drive ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from the Slim SelectBay® NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your computer can be used...
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... page 129. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may wish to release the battery. 7 Remove the screw on page 54. 2 Unplug the computer. To change the internal hard drive. 1 Save your work, then shut down your computer, you can ... command. Depending upon the original hard drive installed in your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to increase storage capacity by inserting a drive into the select bay module. Removing the sample hard...
... page 129. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may wish to release the battery. 7 Remove the screw on page 54. 2 Unplug the computer. To change the internal hard drive. 1 Save your work, then shut down your computer, you can ... command. Depending upon the original hard drive installed in your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to increase storage capacity by inserting a drive into the select bay module. Removing the sample hard...
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... since you are using your files to disks (or other removable media) on page 99 for details. ❖ Back up your computer. See "Saving your battery runs out of using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your work" on a regular basis. Your work frequently. Computing tips...
... since you are using your files to disks (or other removable media) on page 99 for details. ❖ Back up your computer. See "Saving your battery runs out of using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your work" on a regular basis. Your work frequently. Computing tips...
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... 99 When the operating system has found the file, click Open. Many programs offer a feature that 's all there is to get in case the main battery discharges before you are using the Standby command, in the habit of your work on the hard disk drive or a diskette. Saving documents is quick...
... 99 When the operating system has found the file, click Open. Many programs offer a feature that 's all there is to get in case the main battery discharges before you are using the Standby command, in the habit of your work on the hard disk drive or a diskette. Saving documents is quick...
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... tips on cleaning and moving your computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 122. To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to secure your PC Cards...
... tips on cleaning and moving your computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 122. To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to secure your PC Cards...
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... box appears. Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test and loads the operating system. 113 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer TECHNICAL...
... box appears. Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test and loads the operating system. 113 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer TECHNICAL...