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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 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 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 26
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 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 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 26
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... CD or DVD Discs 106 Toshiba's online resources 107 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 108 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 115 What to...
... CD or DVD Discs 106 Toshiba's online resources 107 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 108 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 115 What to...
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... conflict 196 A plan of action 196 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....197 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........198 Memory problems 200 Power and the batteries 201 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 209 Sound system problems 210...
... conflict 196 A plan of action 196 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....197 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........198 Memory problems 200 Power and the batteries 201 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 209 Sound system problems 210...
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 223 If you need further assistance 229 Before you contact Toshiba 229 Contacting Toshiba 230 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 231 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password... 235 With a password 235 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 236 Power usage mode 237 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 223 If you need further assistance 229 Before you contact Toshiba 229 Contacting Toshiba 230 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 231 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password... 235 With a password 235 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 236 Power usage mode 237 ...
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... the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Failure to an authorized service center. Do not turn on the power again until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and...
... the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Failure to an authorized service center. Do not turn on the power again until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and...
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... CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to a power source" on page 47. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. The cooling fan may have... a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling...
... CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to a power source" on page 47. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. The cooling fan may have... a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling...
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... adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. Use of fire or other damage to avoid any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer. Failure to the computer, always follow this...
... adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. Use of fire or other damage to avoid any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer. Failure to the computer, always follow this...
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... or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. Never tamper with wet hands. never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten... or attach cord in serious injury. never splice or alter a cord/cable; The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in the AC...
... or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. Never tamper with wet hands. never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten... or attach cord in serious injury. never splice or alter a cord/cable; The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in the AC...
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... of the power provided by the AC Adapter to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to..."Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Charging the main battery Your computer came ...
... of the power provided by the AC Adapter to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to..."Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Charging the main battery Your computer came ...
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... point where it . Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time 51 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your screen display when you to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending...
... point where it . Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time 51 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your screen display when you to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending...
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...screen while 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 empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. This information applies to all possible configurations for the first time the... panel glow blue, depending on your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn on battery power. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. This...
...screen while 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 empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. This information applies to all possible configurations for the first time the... panel glow blue, depending on your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn on battery power. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. This...
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... 6 Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down - The Turn off (or Shut down to the ...computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 ...
... 6 Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down - The Turn off (or Shut down to the ...computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 ...
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clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into position. Front of the memory module snap into place. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional... snap into place when the memory module is properly inserted. The clips on page 120. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of computer Memory slots Sample inserting the memory module into the slot Do not force the memory module into...
clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into position. Front of the memory module snap into place. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional... snap into place when the memory module is properly inserted. The clips on page 120. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of computer Memory slots Sample inserting the memory module into the slot Do not force the memory module into...
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The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. Front of the slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it down for at ... hold it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery.
The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. Front of the slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it down for at ... hold it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery.
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... off. If you turn off ) to turn off the power while a disk is off your work. It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing either Turn Off or Shut Down: ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are...
... off. If you turn off ) to turn off the power while a disk is off your work. It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing either Turn Off or Shut Down: ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are...
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... state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than does turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard ...disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in progress and are ...
... state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than does turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard ...disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in progress and are ...
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...❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you left off. Be sure to the mode in system...the computer returns to save your work first. You should save your hard disk. For information on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer on your work before putting your unsaved information will be lost. If you can continue working from turning off the...
...❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you left off. Be sure to the mode in system...the computer returns to save your work first. You should save your hard disk. For information on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer on your work before putting your unsaved information will be lost. If you can continue working from turning off the...
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... to clean the computer. For more information on page 123. Moving the computer Before moving your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. To keep your desk. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep...
... to clean the computer. For more information on page 123. Moving the computer Before moving your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. To keep your desk. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep...
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... have an automatic save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. Your work since you save feature that can be activated. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. See your...
... have an automatic save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. Your work since you save feature that can be activated. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. See your...
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... computing. This is a good idea to see if it is one of the most important rules of saving frequently. For a program in case the main battery discharges before you are using the Standby command, in the Windows® folder, type just the program name. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents...
... computing. This is a good idea to see if it is one of the most important rules of saving frequently. For a program in case the main battery discharges before you are using the Standby command, in the Windows® folder, type just the program name. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents...