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...Germany Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.... Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan...
...Germany Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.... Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan...
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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 102 Toshiba's energy-saver design 102 Running the computer on battery power 102 Battery Notice 103 Power management 104 Using additional batteries 104 Charging batteries 104 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 105 Monitoring main battery power 106 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...108 Setting battery notifications 109...
... Computing 102 Toshiba's energy-saver design 102 Running the computer on battery power 102 Battery Notice 103 Power management 104 Using additional batteries 104 Charging batteries 104 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 105 Monitoring main battery power 106 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...108 Setting battery notifications 109...
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... system can help you 174 Resolving a hardware conflict 174 A plan of action 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 Optical drive problems 182 Sound system problems 183 PC Card problems 184 Printer problems...
... system can help you 174 Resolving a hardware conflict 174 A plan of action 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 Optical drive problems 182 Sound system problems 183 PC Card problems 184 Printer problems...
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... the computer or cause system failure. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of use, and to skin. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of personal injury...
... the computer or cause system failure. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of use, and to skin. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of personal injury...
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Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your user account, and then click Next. 4 Enter the computer name and description and click Next. 5 Click the appropriate ... page 42. These components include, but are not limited to a power source" on page 40 before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to complete the setup process. 7 Click Start when the Thank You message appears. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard...
Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your user account, and then click Next. 4 Enter the computer name and description and click Next. 5 Click the appropriate ... page 42. These components include, but are not limited to a power source" on page 40 before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to complete the setup process. 7 Click Start when the Thank You message appears. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard...
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... provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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 from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any ...
... provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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 from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any ...
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...computer is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor ...AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. 44 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer, you ...
...computer is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor ...AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. 44 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer, you ...
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Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force ...
Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force ...
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... Turning on the power To turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that all those features. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Your computer's features and specifications Certain... when you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your computer.
... Turning on the power To turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that all those features. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Your computer's features and specifications Certain... when you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your computer.
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover.
For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover.
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... force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up...
... force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up...
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Getting Started 55 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 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of the slot.
Getting Started 55 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 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of the slot.
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... using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. It is off) to turn off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose...
... using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. It is off) to turn off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose...
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... Started 73 Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer in which you will quickly and automatically... ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Shut down completely, but it , including all disk/disc activity lights are retained ...
... Started 73 Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer in which you will quickly and automatically... ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Shut down completely, but it , including all disk/disc activity lights are retained ...
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...hard disk, and then shuts down the computer. 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 power down using Sleep, see ...configuring Hibernation mode" on page 79. For information on how to save any open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down...
...hard disk, and then shuts down the computer. 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 power down using Sleep, see ...configuring Hibernation mode" on page 79. For information on how to save any open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down...
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.... The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit...
.... The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit...
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... the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on your computer. For information about taking care of your battery" on page 136. Closing the display panel After you can start up the computer from... Sleep mode To start it again by opening the display panel. Caring for details. There are disconnected. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your particular requirements. See "Toshiba...
... the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on your computer. For information about taking care of your battery" on page 136. Closing the display panel After you can start up the computer from... Sleep mode To start it again by opening the display panel. Caring for details. There are disconnected. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your particular requirements. See "Toshiba...
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... you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. HINT: Some programs have a separate backup copy. 84 Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you last saved. Your work since you will lose all work stays in a safe place.
... you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. HINT: Some programs have a separate backup copy. 84 Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you last saved. Your work since you will lose all work stays in a safe place.
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...energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. It has a number of other features that you are away from an AC outlet. Many of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you can... your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that enhance its energy efficiency. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 102
...energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. It has a number of other features that you are away from an AC outlet. Many of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you can... your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that enhance its energy efficiency. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 102