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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 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 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 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 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
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... for CD or DVD discs 96 Powering down the computer 96 Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down ...........97 Using Hibernation 99 Using Standby 101 Toshiba's online resources 103 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Charging the batteries 106 Charging the main...
... for CD or DVD discs 96 Powering down the computer 96 Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down ...........97 Using Hibernation 99 Using Standby 101 Toshiba's online resources 103 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Charging the batteries 106 Charging the main...
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31 Contents Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring battery power 108 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....111 Changing batteries 112 Removing the battery from the computer .......113 Inserting a charged battery 114 Taking care of your battery 115 Safety precautions 115 Maximizing battery life 116 Disposing of used batteries 117 Conserving power 118 Power profiles 119 Using a hot...
31 Contents Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring battery power 108 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....111 Changing batteries 112 Removing the battery from the computer .......113 Inserting a charged battery 114 Taking care of your battery 115 Safety precautions 115 Maximizing battery life 116 Disposing of used batteries 117 Conserving power 118 Power profiles 119 Using a hot...
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...conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........173 Memory problems 175 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...184 Sound system problems 185 PC Card... 194 Develop good computing habits 197 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 198 If you need further assistance 204 Before you contact Toshiba 204 Contacting Toshiba 205 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 206 Toshiba's worldwide offices 206
...conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........173 Memory problems 175 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...184 Sound system problems 185 PC Card... 194 Develop good computing habits 197 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 198 If you need further assistance 204 Before you contact Toshiba 204 Contacting Toshiba 205 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 206 Toshiba's worldwide offices 206
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... Hot Keys 208 Volume Mute 208 Password security 209 Without a password 209 With a password 209 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 210 Power usage mode 211 Standby mode 212 Hibernation mode 213 Display modes 214 Display brightness 214 ... applications in/out 215 Keyboard hot keys 216 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 217 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 218 Getting Started 219 Starting ConfigFree 219 ConfigFree Utilities 221 Connectivity Doctor 221 Search for Wireless Devices 224 Profile Settings 229 ConfigFree...
... Hot Keys 208 Volume Mute 208 Password security 209 Without a password 209 With a password 209 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 210 Power usage mode 211 Standby mode 212 Hibernation mode 213 Display modes 214 Display brightness 214 ... applications in/out 215 Keyboard hot keys 216 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 217 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 218 Getting Started 219 Starting ConfigFree 219 ConfigFree Utilities 221 Connectivity Doctor 221 Search for Wireless Devices 224 Profile Settings 229 ConfigFree...
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... Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent...
... Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent...
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...drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are not limited to your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on surfaces with objects that can block the air... cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be located on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the bottom of the computer...
...drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are not limited to your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on surfaces with objects that can block the air... cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be located on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the bottom of the computer...
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... adapter Power cord/cable AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter Failure to charge the computer's battery. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer, possibly resulting in the User's Guide. Always grasp the plug directly. otherwise...
... adapter Power cord/cable AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter Failure to charge the computer's battery. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer, possibly resulting in the User's Guide. Always grasp the plug directly. otherwise...
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...serious injury. never place a power cord/cable near a heat source; Never attempt to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. 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 place; ...never use nails, staples or similar objects to connect or disconnect a power plug with the power cord/cable or plug; Doing any of the main battery's current charge. never bend or twist a power cord/ cable; The AC power light on a power cord/cable; never place heavy objects on the...
...serious injury. never place a power cord/cable near a heat source; Never attempt to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. 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 place; ...never use nails, staples or similar objects to connect or disconnect a power plug with the power cord/cable or plug; Doing any of the main battery's current charge. never bend or twist a power cord/ cable; The AC power light on a power cord/cable; never place heavy objects on the...
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... level setting that reduces the power required for at a time. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. See "Changing batteries" on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and ...will be used to power the computer. After that, the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either...
... level setting that reduces the power required for at a time. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. See "Changing batteries" on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and ...will be used to power the computer. After that, the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either...
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... the front of the computer, locate the latch on the center of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Small bright dots may vary depending on your screen display...
... the front of the computer, locate the latch on the center of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Small bright dots may vary depending on your screen display...
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...switches shown 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to all the features and icons described in until the ...chassis are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. Over a period of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on battery power. Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of time, and depending on the system indicator ...
...switches shown 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to all the features and icons described in until the ...chassis are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. Over a period of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on battery power. Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of time, and depending on the system indicator ...
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... No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. 56 Getting Started Adding memory 2 Click Turn Off. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 112. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the...
... No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. 56 Getting Started Adding memory 2 Click Turn Off. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 112. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the...
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.... 64 Getting Started Turning off the computer 3 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is off) to fully charge the main battery. You can use the Fn + F9 hot key combination to recharge the main battery. With the computer off, it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though...
.... 64 Getting Started Turning off the computer 3 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is off) to fully charge the main battery. You can use the Fn + F9 hot key combination to recharge the main battery. With the computer off, it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though...
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... about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer. Getting Started Caring for your computer 71 Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Caring...
... about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer. Getting Started Caring for your computer 71 Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Caring...
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If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your work since you save feature ...
If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your work since you save feature ...
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... is quick and easy, so it is one of the most important rules of computing. This is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your program displays a Save As dialog box. If you created a new document, your data even when...
... is quick and easy, so it is one of the most important rules of computing. This is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your program displays a Save As dialog box. If you created a new document, your data even when...
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... and files you close the display panel. 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK. Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. 2 Click the Setup Action tab. 3 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate... mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main...
... and files you close the display panel. 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK. Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. 2 Click the Setup Action tab. 3 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate... mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main...
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... The Standby command puts the computer into Hibernation when your option settings occur. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on /off . If you put the computer into Hibernation mode by opening the display panel. Once the computer is now ...set to automatically go into a powersaving mode. A fully charged main battery will last up the computer from Turn off computer or Hibernation. 101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer The computer is configured, put...
... The Standby command puts the computer into Hibernation when your option settings occur. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on /off . If you put the computer into Hibernation mode by opening the display panel. Once the computer is now ...set to automatically go into a powersaving mode. A fully charged main battery will last up the computer from Turn off computer or Hibernation. 101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer The computer is configured, put...
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... computer Windows® dialog box NOTE If you hold down the Shift key while you must hold down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first.
... computer Windows® dialog box NOTE If you hold down the Shift key while you must hold down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first.