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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 27
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 27
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... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 113 Conserving battery power 114...
... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 113 Conserving battery power 114...
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Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 43 before adding external ...keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC ...
Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 43 before adding external ...keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC ...
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... to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to ...adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. 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 charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to ...adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. 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,...
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...power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with ...battery charge is low and it is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging...
...power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with ...battery charge is low and it is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging...
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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 palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing ...
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 palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing ...
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...Restart the computer. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . If you can damage the computer and the memory module. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screw...(s). 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation ...
...Restart the computer. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . If you can damage the computer and the memory module. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screw...(s). 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation ...
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...Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8...completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently ...
...Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8...completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently ...
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... as memory). Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to upgrade your computer. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you must turn off your work. Getting Started 75 Turning off the...
... as memory). Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to upgrade your computer. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you must turn off your work. Getting Started 75 Turning off the...
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...Factors to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Getting Started 77..." on page 83. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save any open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Be sure to enter Hibernation ...
...Factors to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Getting Started 77..." on page 83. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save any open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Be sure to enter Hibernation ...
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See "Saving your work since you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your file to the disk. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. If the network you are working, you save feature that can be activated. See your ...
See "Saving your work since you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your file to the disk. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. If the network you are working, you save feature that can be activated. See your ...
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... optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that stores your Toshiba notebook computer. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is attached. Battery may not charge while the computer is helpful to perform at least once a month. Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product...
... optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that stores your Toshiba notebook computer. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is attached. Battery may not charge while the computer is helpful to perform at least once a month. Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product...
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...Battery charge time may result in system performance or stability issues. For more than a week at accessories.toshiba.com. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the system should use it to the main battery, you may purchase a battery... and optimum system performance for use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. Never leave batteries in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with the power management options preset to be charged before you can use the preset configuration....
...Battery charge time may result in system performance or stability issues. For more than a week at accessories.toshiba.com. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the system should use it to the main battery, you may purchase a battery... and optimum system performance for use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. Never leave batteries in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with the power management options preset to be charged before you can use the preset configuration....
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... used to store your computer, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The battery charges whether the computer is on or off even when the AC adaptor is almost ...the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. NOTE The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is in a CMOS error message during startup. Mobile Computing Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it maintains this extends battery life...
... used to store your computer, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The battery charges whether the computer is on or off even when the AC adaptor is almost ...the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. NOTE The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is in a CMOS error message during startup. Mobile Computing Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it maintains this extends battery life...
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...battery is being charged, although the charging status of the main battery's current charge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used while the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you an indication of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge... is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer...
...battery is being charged, although the charging status of the main battery's current charge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used while the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you an indication of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge... is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer...
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... factors such as a percentage. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on the power again, you can : ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to an optional secondary...
... factors such as a percentage. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on the power again, you can : ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to an optional secondary...
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... How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using them, you can increase the length of...Hibernation, which saves power when you need to suit your own needs. 114 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 Configure the alarm settings to choose a Power Plan and discuss each power-saving option.... You may also set individual power-saving options to recharge the battery. Using one of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the...
... How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using them, you can increase the length of...Hibernation, which saves power when you need to suit your own needs. 114 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 Configure the alarm settings to choose a Power Plan and discuss each power-saving option.... You may also set individual power-saving options to recharge the battery. Using one of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the...
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TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any data, save your files and then either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either completely shut down . This could cause serious injury or fire, and could fail, causing it into Hibernation mode...
TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any data, save your files and then either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either completely shut down . This could cause serious injury or fire, and could fail, causing it into Hibernation mode...
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... lock Do not force the battery into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 119 Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with reverse polarity. The battery pack has been designed so that...
... lock Do not force the battery into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 119 Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with reverse polarity. The battery pack has been designed so that...
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... disk drives 173 battery charge does not last 181 battery not charging 180 cannot insert diskette in drive 185 cannot read a diskette 185 changing display properties 183 checking device properties 178 computer hangs when ExpressCard® inserted 188 computer will not power up 172 contacting Toshiba 199 corrupted/damaged ...trouble accessing a disk 184 modem not receiving or transmitting 190 no sound 187 non-system disk or disk error 174 power and batteries 180 printer 189, 190 program not responding 171 program not working properly 185 screen does not look right/flickers 183 Startup options ...
... disk drives 173 battery charge does not last 181 battery not charging 180 cannot insert diskette in drive 185 cannot read a diskette 185 changing display properties 183 checking device properties 178 computer hangs when ExpressCard® inserted 188 computer will not power up 172 contacting Toshiba 199 corrupted/damaged ...trouble accessing a disk 184 modem not receiving or transmitting 190 no sound 187 non-system disk or disk error 174 power and batteries 180 printer 189, 190 program not responding 171 program not working properly 185 screen does not look right/flickers 183 Startup options ...