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... the external display..... 52 Display limitations 52 Connecting an external diskette drive 53 Using an external keyboard 53 Connecting the AC adapter 53 Charging the battery 55 Using the computer for the first time 56 Opening the display panel 56 Turning on the power 56 Activating the power-on password 58...
... the external display..... 52 Display limitations 52 Connecting an external diskette drive 53 Using an external keyboard 53 Connecting the AC adapter 53 Charging the battery 55 Using the computer for the first time 56 Opening the display panel 56 Turning on the power 56 Activating the power-on password 58...
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... By 99 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 100 Toshiba's energy-saver design 100 Running the computer on battery power 100 Using additional batteries 101 Battery safety precautions 101 Maximizing battery life 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 when the...
... By 99 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 100 Toshiba's energy-saver design 100 Running the computer on battery power 100 Using additional batteries 101 Battery safety precautions 101 Maximizing battery life 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 when the...
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... 215 A plan of action 215 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 215 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 217 Memory card problems 218 Power and the batteries 219 Keyboard problems 220
... 215 A plan of action 215 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 215 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 217 Memory card problems 218 Power and the batteries 219 Keyboard problems 220
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... being accessed. Doing so may damage the media in use . It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being accessed. The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is completely discharged. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with ...the display open System indicator panel AC power Light On/off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disc/disk activity light The AC power light glows green when the computer is in use and result in loss...
... being accessed. Doing so may damage the media in use . It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being accessed. The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is completely discharged. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with ...the display open System indicator panel AC power Light On/off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disc/disk activity light The AC power light glows green when the computer is in use and result in loss...
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... the cover from dislodging from the computer case. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 46 for systems with WiFi or Bluetooth). The battery release latch secures the battery cover to hear bass sounds. The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi... information. The modem/LAN cover protects the built-in modem and LAN (Local Area Network) connection. Press the button again to the battery module, which lets you insert additional memory. The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where you use your computer when a standard ...
... the cover from dislodging from the computer case. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 46 for systems with WiFi or Bluetooth). The battery release latch secures the battery cover to hear bass sounds. The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi... information. The modem/LAN cover protects the built-in modem and LAN (Local Area Network) connection. Press the button again to the battery module, which lets you insert additional memory. The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where you use your computer when a standard ...
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... a special program to check for files you buy from or writing to a disk may contain a computer virus. To use external power or to charge the battery, you . If two cards are installed, both . ❖ Keep the computer and disks away from the Internet. Ask your dealer to help you must attach... errors or instability in -use light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can become hot even if only one is stored magnetically.
... a special program to check for files you buy from or writing to a disk may contain a computer virus. To use external power or to charge the battery, you . If two cards are installed, both . ❖ Keep the computer and disks away from the Internet. Ask your dealer to help you must attach... errors or instability in -use light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can become hot even if only one is stored magnetically.
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... system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the empty memory slot. Expansion memory slot...
... system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the empty memory slot. Expansion memory slot...
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... provided that keyboard is plugged in. An external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to charge the computer's batteries.
... provided that keyboard is plugged in. An external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to charge the computer's batteries.
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Getting Started Charging the battery 55 The AC power and battery lights glow. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Never pull directly on . Connect the computer to charge the battery is charging. It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is on the power cable to unplug it. There...
Getting Started Charging the battery 55 The AC power and battery lights glow. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Never pull directly on . Connect the computer to charge the battery is charging. It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is on the power cable to unplug it. There...
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...Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and ... the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Continuing to the right and lift the display panel. Lift Slide Opening the display panel CAUTION: To avoid... page 100. 56 Getting Started Using the computer for more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the power 1 Check that all the drives are empty.
...Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and ... the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Continuing to the right and lift the display panel. Lift Slide Opening the display panel CAUTION: To avoid... page 100. 56 Getting Started Using the computer for more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the power 1 Check that all the drives are empty.
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... connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer...
... connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer...
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..., use light on the system indicator panel is off) to recharge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down menu. 4 Click the Device tab. 5 Under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR, highlight Receive and click the auto option. Guidelines for turning off the computer: ...the drop-down the computer" on the computer again, you automatically return to turn on page 91. But under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR, highlight Receive and click the disable option. To disable the auto-receive function, repeat steps 1-4. With the computer off, it...
..., use light on the system indicator panel is off) to recharge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down menu. 4 Click the Device tab. 5 Under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR, highlight Receive and click the auto option. Guidelines for turning off the computer: ...the drop-down the computer" on the computer again, you automatically return to turn on page 91. But under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR, highlight Receive and click the disable option. To disable the auto-receive function, repeat steps 1-4. With the computer off, it...
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Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer or through Toshiba's Web site at toshibaaccessories.com. 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... case for long trips. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Getting Started Caring for your computer 65 Caring for your computer This section gives tips ...
Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer or through Toshiba's Web site at toshibaaccessories.com. 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... case for long trips. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Getting Started Caring for your computer 65 Caring for your computer This section gives tips ...
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You will lose all unsaved work, if, for details. 67 This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Your ...computer can turn on page 107. Your work frequently. See "Setting battery alarms" on . HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your...
You will lose all unsaved work, if, for details. 67 This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Your ...computer can turn on page 107. Your work frequently. See "Setting battery alarms" on . HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your...
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... the most important rules of the file that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. Check your programs' documentation to see "Setting battery alarms" on . If you prefer to open the program first, you have an automatic save your data even when you are using the Stand By... command, in case the battery discharges before you when the battery is running low, see whether they have four options: ❖ Double-click the icon for starting a program from the Start menu. ...
... the most important rules of the file that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. Check your programs' documentation to see "Setting battery alarms" on . If you prefer to open the program first, you have an automatic save your data even when you are using the Stand By... command, in case the battery discharges before you when the battery is running low, see whether they have four options: ❖ Double-click the icon for starting a program from the Start menu. ...
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... can play high-resolution video at the front edge of the computer. The CD/DVD control buttons are not available on AC power rather than battery power. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on the right side of the computer and can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM...
... can play high-resolution video at the front edge of the computer. The CD/DVD control buttons are not available on AC power rather than battery power. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on the right side of the computer and can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM...
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... side of the Sub LCD displays one of the following icons depending on what mode your computer is a display screen that shows mode, status and battery level of the computer. ❖ Mode - The Sub LCD is in front of the computer The mode button switches between the CD/DVD and digital...
... side of the Sub LCD displays one of the following icons depending on what mode your computer is a display screen that shows mode, status and battery level of the computer. ❖ Mode - The Sub LCD is in front of the computer The mode button switches between the CD/DVD and digital...
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...; CD/DVD track time ❖ Power messages: Status Display ON Welcome! The stop /eject button twice. the right side of the Sub LCD shows the battery charge level. You can eject a disc by pressing the stop /eject button stops a disc that is turned on. Use this method to eject a disc when... turned off and the sound subsystem is currently playing and ejects it pause if currently playing. SUSPEND Zzz... OFF See you! RESET Wake up! ❖ Battery level -
...; CD/DVD track time ❖ Power messages: Status Display ON Welcome! The stop /eject button twice. the right side of the Sub LCD shows the battery charge level. You can eject a disc by pressing the stop /eject button stops a disc that is turned on. Use this method to eject a disc when... turned off and the sound subsystem is currently playing and ejects it pause if currently playing. SUSPEND Zzz... OFF See you! RESET Wake up! ❖ Battery level -
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... All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then to consider when choosing Turn Off: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open any programs and files you were previously using. This is turned off. Turn...
... All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then to consider when choosing Turn Off: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open any programs and files you were previously using. This is turned off. Turn...
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...10070; Restarting from memory. Be sure to consider when choosing Stand By: ❖ While in Stand By mode, the computer uses some battery power. Restoring information from the hard drive takes longer than restarting from Stand By because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead ..., loads the operating system, and then returns to the state in which you left it from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and battery power than restoring it , including all open programs and files you power down the computer indefinitely. 92 Learning the Basics Powering down using ....
...10070; Restarting from memory. Be sure to consider when choosing Stand By: ❖ While in Stand By mode, the computer uses some battery power. Restoring information from the hard drive takes longer than restarting from Stand By because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead ..., loads the operating system, and then returns to the state in which you left it from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and battery power than restoring it , including all open programs and files you power down the computer indefinitely. 92 Learning the Basics Powering down using ....