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Contents Introduction 33 This guide 34 Safety icons 35 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 36 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Getting Started 37 Selecting a place to work 37 Creating a computer-friendly environment........37 Keeping yourself comfortable 38 Precautions 38 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 39 Setting up your computer 40 Setting up your software 40 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 Adding optional external devices 41 Connecting to a power source 42 Charging the main battery 44 26
Contents Introduction 33 This guide 34 Safety icons 35 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 36 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Getting Started 37 Selecting a place to work 37 Creating a computer-friendly environment........37 Keeping yourself comfortable 38 Precautions 38 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 39 Setting up your computer 40 Setting up your software 40 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 Adding optional external devices 41 Connecting to a power source 42 Charging the main battery 44 26
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... Computing 93 Toshiba's energy-saver design 93 Running the computer on battery power 93 Battery Notice 94 Power management 95 Using additional batteries 95 Charging batteries 95 Charging the main battery 96 Charging the RTC battery 96 Monitoring main battery power 97 Determining remaining battery power 99 What to do when the main battery runs low .....99 Setting battery notification 100...
... Computing 93 Toshiba's energy-saver design 93 Running the computer on battery power 93 Battery Notice 94 Power management 95 Using additional batteries 95 Charging batteries 95 Charging the main battery 96 Charging the RTC battery 96 Monitoring main battery power 97 Determining remaining battery power 99 What to do when the main battery runs low .....99 Setting battery notification 100...
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... system can help you 164 Resolving a hardware conflict 164 A plan of action 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 167 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 169 Disk drive problems 171 Optical drive problems 172 Sound system problems 173 PC Card problems 174 Printer problems...
... system can help you 164 Resolving a hardware conflict 164 A plan of action 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 167 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 169 Disk drive problems 171 Optical drive problems 172 Sound system problems 173 PC Card problems 174 Printer problems...
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...to work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort. It could result in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of these instructions could damage the computer or ... throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If any liquids to drop a heavy object onto the computer. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. 38 Getting Started Selecting a place to the computer. Exposure...
...to work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort. It could result in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of these instructions could damage the computer or ... throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If any liquids to drop a heavy object onto the computer. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. 38 Getting Started Selecting a place to the computer. Exposure...
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To use external power or to charge the battery you can use it. The first time you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup .... Setting up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on page 42. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to a power source" on your user account, and then click Next. 4 Enter the...
To use external power or to charge the battery you can use it. The first time you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup .... Setting up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on page 42. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to a power source" on your user account, and then click Next. 4 Enter the...
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... resulting in serious injury. Use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to remove a plug...in serious injury. Failure to charge the computer's battery. An overload on a power cord/cable to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. 42 ...
... resulting in serious injury. Use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to remove a plug...in serious injury. Failure to charge the computer's battery. An overload on a power cord/cable to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. 42 ...
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...Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Before using the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery lights glows blue or green (depending on replacing the main battery. Once the battery is charged for the...for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Continuing to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a...
...Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Before using the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery lights glows blue or green (depending on replacing the main battery. Once the battery is charged for the...for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Continuing to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a...
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Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 45 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the ...
Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 45 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the ...
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... of the screen will dim and you may appear on your display are designed to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. This information...shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 46 Getting Started Using the computer for an...
... of the screen will dim and you may appear on your display are designed to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. This information...shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 46 Getting Started Using the computer for an...
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... (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 104. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including ...the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the...
... (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 104. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including ...the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the...
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You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slots Front of ... extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 55. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work.
You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slots Front of ... extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 55. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work.
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TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 106. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 106. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot.
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... hardware (such as memory), or to add an external device that does not connect using the computer for turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off . Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will not be using a USB or...
... hardware (such as memory), or to add an external device that does not connect using the computer for turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off . Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will not be using a USB or...
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...the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all open programs and files you were using. For information on how to ...to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses...
...the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all open programs and files you were using. For information on how to ...to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses...
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...; operating system saves any open programs and files you were using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you left it, including all open documents and programs to save your work first. Sleep...you left off. For information on page 70. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes ...
...; operating system saves any open programs and files you were using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you left it, including all open documents and programs to save your work first. Sleep...you left off. For information on page 70. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes ...
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The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings ...
The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings ...
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For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to the screen(s) you were ... your computer 73 Starting again from Sleep mode, press the power button until the on/off the computer, close the display panel to keep your battery" on your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables...
For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to the screen(s) you were ... your computer 73 Starting again from Sleep mode, press the power button until the on/off the computer, close the display panel to keep your battery" on your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables...
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See your software documentation for further information. However, if your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you save feature that can be activated. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips ...
See your software documentation for further information. However, if your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you save feature that can be activated. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips ...
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... its maximum energy efficiency, so that provides power when you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that you can recharge it many times. 93 We recommend you are away from an AC outlet. You...
... its maximum energy efficiency, so that provides power when you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that you can recharge it many times. 93 We recommend you are away from an AC outlet. You...