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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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... computer. 2. If pain persists despite rest, consult your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to skin. Remove the battery pack. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Do not turn on...
... computer. 2. If pain persists despite rest, consult your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to skin. Remove the battery pack. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Do not turn on...
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... with objects that can be drawn in air by creating a vacuum. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by the cooling fan. Do not use external power or to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. The fan draws in by...
... with objects that can be drawn in air by creating a vacuum. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by the cooling fan. Do not use external power or to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. The fan draws in by...
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... in serious injury. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to the computer. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury. Power cord/cable AC... to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery.
... in serious injury. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to the computer. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury. Power cord/cable AC... to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery.
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... not charging, 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 fasten or attach cord in serious injury. never attempt to a power source 49 The AC power light ...on a cord/cable; Getting Started Connecting to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. 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...
... not charging, 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 fasten or attach cord in serious injury. never attempt to a power source 49 The AC power light ...on a cord/cable; Getting Started Connecting to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. 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...
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...power provided by the AC Adapter to power the computer. After that reduces the power required for at a time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the... battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power ...
...power provided by the AC Adapter to power the computer. After that reduces the power required for at a time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the... battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power ...
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... time, and depending on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time 51 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your PC. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn on the usage of the computer...
... time, and depending on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time 51 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your PC. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn on the usage of the computer...
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... features and specifications corresponding to ensure that all of the screen while on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all drives are examples of some of the screen technology. Below are empty. 3 Press ... model may not be able to increase the brightness of the icons or switches shown on battery power. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the many possible icons used on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on your model-about one second. 52...
... features and specifications corresponding to ensure that all of the screen while on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all drives are examples of some of the screen technology. Below are empty. 3 Press ... model may not be able to increase the brightness of the icons or switches shown on battery power. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the many possible icons used on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on your model-about one second. 52...
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... cover. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. 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 to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off (or...
... cover. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. 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 to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off (or...
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... module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. clip clip Sample pressing down on page 120. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place when the memory module is...
... module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. clip clip Sample pressing down on page 120. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place when the memory module is...
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... 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If... the computer hangs up . 7 Reconnect the cables. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.
... 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If... the computer hangs up . 7 Reconnect the cables. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.
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... Down, Hibernate, and Standby. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in-use light are connected to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your work. It is being accessed, you are not using Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP Media Center Edition...
... Down, Hibernate, and Standby. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in-use light are connected to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your work. It is being accessed, you are not using Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP Media Center Edition...
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...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 Hibernation mode, ...computer to shut down completely, but it , including all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of these options to the hard disk. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down or turn on the...
...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 Hibernation mode, ...computer to shut down completely, but it , including all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of these options to the hard disk. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down or turn on the...
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...files you left off. If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer or using Hibernation mode. ❖ ...on page 79. For information on using . Standby holds the current state of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your work before putting your unsaved information will be lost. Standby mode ...
...files you left off. If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer or using Hibernation mode. ❖ ...on page 79. For information on using . Standby holds the current state of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your work before putting your unsaved information will be lost. Standby mode ...
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Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 123. Moving the computer Before moving your computer. Using a computer lock...Caring for your computer 83 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase an optional computer lock cable. Do not pick up... the ports are disconnected. 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 liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 123. Moving the computer Before moving your computer. Using a computer lock...Caring for your computer 83 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase an optional computer lock cable. Do not pick up... the ports are disconnected. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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If the network you are using goes down and you will lose all work " on page 93 for details. 85 See your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ ...
If the network you are using goes down and you will lose all work " on page 93 for details. 85 See your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ ...
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... your program's documentation to see if it has an automatic save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work on -screen instructions. Check your work 93 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the location, you...
... your program's documentation to see if it has an automatic save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work on -screen instructions. Check your work 93 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the location, you...