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... yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 47 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the main battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power...
... yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 47 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the main battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power...
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... quickly .......... 95 Starting again from Stand by 96 Toshiba's online resources 96 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 97 Toshiba's energy-saver design 97 Running the computer on battery power 98 Power management 99 Charging the battery 99 Charging the RTC battery 100 Monitoring battery power 101 Determining remaining battery power 101 Conserving battery power 102 What to do when the...
... quickly .......... 95 Starting again from Stand by 96 Toshiba's online resources 96 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 97 Toshiba's energy-saver design 97 Running the computer on battery power 98 Power management 99 Charging the battery 99 Charging the RTC battery 100 Monitoring battery power 101 Determining remaining battery power 101 Conserving battery power 102 What to do when the...
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... 185 A plan of action 186 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 186 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 188 Memory card problems 190 Power and the batteries 190 Keyboard problems 192 Display problems 192 Disk drive problems 194 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems ... 196 Sound system problems 204 PC Card problems... 204 Printer problems 207 Modem problems 208 Develop good computing habits 209 If you need further assistance 210 Before you call 210 Contacting Toshiba 211 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 212
... 185 A plan of action 186 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 186 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 188 Memory card problems 190 Power and the batteries 190 Keyboard problems 192 Display problems 192 Disk drive problems 194 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems ... 196 Sound system problems 204 PC Card problems... 204 Printer problems 207 Modem problems 208 Develop good computing habits 209 If you need further assistance 210 Before you call 210 Contacting Toshiba 211 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 212
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24 Contents Toshiba's worldwide offices 212 Appendix A: Hot Keys 215 Instant password security 215 Without a password 215 With a password 215 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 216 Sound 217 Power usage mode 217 Stand by mode 218 Hibernation mode 219 Display modes 220 Display modes 220 Enabling a wireless device 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 221 Keyboard hot keys 222 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 223 Glossary 224 Index 239
24 Contents Toshiba's worldwide offices 212 Appendix A: Hot Keys 215 Instant password security 215 Without a password 215 With a password 215 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 216 Sound 217 Power usage mode 217 Stand by mode 218 Hibernation mode 219 Display modes 220 Display modes 220 Enabling a wireless device 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 221 Keyboard hot keys 222 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 223 Glossary 224 Index 239
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... CD/DVD control buttons System indicators The display latch keeps the display panel closed Front with the computer turned on external power or charging the battery. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on a projector or TV that accepts video inputs. The S-video port lets you plug in the AC...
... CD/DVD control buttons System indicators The display latch keeps the display panel closed Front with the computer turned on external power or charging the battery. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on a projector or TV that accepts video inputs. The S-video port lets you plug in the AC...
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The CD In light glows green when the computer is on . It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being accessed. The disc/disk activity light flashes when the Modular Bay drive is completely discharged. The caps lock light glows when you press...is on, pressing a letter key on in Standby mode. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Indicator lights CD Mode AC Power Battery Disc/Disk Activity Digital Digital DC In Hard Drive Mode The CD mode light goes on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. It glows...
The CD In light glows green when the computer is on . It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being accessed. The disc/disk activity light flashes when the Modular Bay drive is completely discharged. The caps lock light glows when you press...is on, pressing a letter key on in Standby mode. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Indicator lights CD Mode AC Power Battery Disc/Disk Activity Digital Digital DC In Hard Drive Mode The CD mode light goes on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. It glows...
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... numeric keypad overlay" on the top of typing the letter printed on page 73. Underside Memory slot cover Modular Bay release latch Modular Bay Battery release latch Battery pack Doing so may damage the media and result in loss of typing the letter printed on page 73. When this light is on...
... numeric keypad overlay" on the top of typing the letter printed on page 73. Underside Memory slot cover Modular Bay release latch Modular Bay Battery release latch Battery pack Doing so may damage the media and result in loss of typing the letter printed on page 73. When this light is on...
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... hard disk drive is shown in use one of several possible Modular Bay optical drive modules. For information about replacing the battery, see "Using the Modular Bay" on page 105. See for detailed information. A DVD-ROM drive is the computer's permanent data storage ...device. The expansion memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you use . The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. For more information, see "Changing the main...
... hard disk drive is shown in use one of several possible Modular Bay optical drive modules. For information about replacing the battery, see "Using the Modular Bay" on page 105. See for detailed information. A DVD-ROM drive is the computer's permanent data storage ...device. The expansion memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you use . The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. For more information, see "Changing the main...
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These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery, you must complete all set up your internet connectivity." To use it. Setting up your software The first time you turn on page 45 before ... computer, the Setup Wizard guides you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and...
These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery, you must complete all set up your internet connectivity." To use it. Setting up your software The first time you turn on page 45 before ... computer, the Setup Wizard guides you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and...
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Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by its plug when you connect the AC adapter to operate. When you connect/ disconnect it. Connecting the ... supplied with your computer. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery.
Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by its plug when you connect the AC adapter to operate. When you connect/ disconnect it. Connecting the ... supplied with your computer. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery.
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Connecting the power cable to the power cable. The AC power and battery lights glow. There is a risk of the computer. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the AC adapter 2 ...
Connecting the power cable to the power cable. The AC power and battery lights glow. There is a risk of the computer. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the AC adapter 2 ...
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...management settings, and features used. 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. For more than a few hours at a time. NOTE: Battery life and charge time may vary depending on page 98. It takes... much longer to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is on. Continuing to charge the...
...management settings, and features used. 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. For more than a few hours at a time. NOTE: Battery life and charge time may vary depending on page 98. It takes... much longer to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is on. Continuing to charge the...
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... activity indicator flashes while the Modular Bay is not connected to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is being accessed. CAUTION: Never ...right. The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is connected to an external power source. Simply move your finger on...
... activity indicator flashes while the Modular Bay is not connected to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is being accessed. CAUTION: Never ...right. The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is connected to an external power source. Simply move your finger on...
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...10070; Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows® XP Professional operating system and connected to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off your printer is connected and turned on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you have three ..., it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to recharge the main battery. When you power down ), Hibernate and Standby. You are not using the computer for a while. Depending on your system settings to memory so that...
...10070; Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows® XP Professional operating system and connected to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off your printer is connected and turned on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you have three ..., it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to recharge the main battery. When you power down ), Hibernate and Standby. You are not using the computer for a while. Depending on your system settings to memory so that...
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..." on page 98. Ask your computer's battery, see "Powering down when connected to fit an antitheft lock. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of data. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 87. For information about taking care of your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products...
..." on page 98. Ask your computer's battery, see "Powering down when connected to fit an antitheft lock. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of data. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 87. For information about taking care of your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products...
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... error occurs and you are working. Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you when the battery is running low. See your work , if, for details. 69 This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your file to the disk. Chapter 3 Learning...
... error occurs and you are working. Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you when the battery is running low. See your work , if, for details. 69 This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your file to the disk. Chapter 3 Learning...
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...the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows Explorer. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be configured to warn you turn off the computer, save your programs' documentation to locate the program file ❖ Use...a feature that contains the information you want to work to open the program first, you have an automatic save your work Before you when the battery is to double-click the name of the file that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. If you are using the...
...the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows Explorer. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be configured to warn you turn off the computer, save your programs' documentation to locate the program file ❖ Use...a feature that contains the information you want to work to open the program first, you have an automatic save your work Before you when the battery is to double-click the name of the file that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. If you are using the...
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... information is open, changes the Stand By button to hibernate. Factors when choosing Hibernation mode: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is held on page 92. Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 89 2 Select...Shut down from the drop-down completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. For more time and battery power than restoring it from memory. Hibernation command The Hibernation command shuts the computer down list. 3 Click OK. NOTE: Holding the shift key...
... information is open, changes the Stand By button to hibernate. Factors when choosing Hibernation mode: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is held on page 92. Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 89 2 Select...Shut down from the drop-down completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. For more time and battery power than restoring it from memory. Hibernation command The Hibernation command shuts the computer down list. 3 Click OK. NOTE: Holding the shift key...
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...entering Stand by mode. ❖ Restarting from Stand by mode more quickly" on page 93. For information about the Stand by mode. The battery will be lost if you do not save your work first. For more information about going into Hibernation mode more quickly" on page 95. ...If the battery discharges, your data will eventually discharge in Stand by , see "Using Hibernation" on page 94. For information about the Hibernation command, see "Using...
...entering Stand by mode. ❖ Restarting from Stand by mode more quickly" on page 93. For information about the Stand by mode. The battery will be lost if you do not save your work first. For more information about going into Hibernation mode more quickly" on page 95. ...If the battery discharges, your data will eventually discharge in Stand by , see "Using Hibernation" on page 94. For information about the Hibernation command, see "Using...
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... back on /off light blinks to the screen you were using the Stand by mode. The computer returns to indicate the machine is running on batteries, you can start it again by Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it again by opening the display panel. 94 Learning the Basics Using...
... back on /off light blinks to the screen you were using the Stand by mode. The computer returns to indicate the machine is running on batteries, you can start it again by Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it again by opening the display panel. 94 Learning the Basics Using...