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...'s cooling fan 36 Setting up your computer 37 Connecting to a power source 37 Charging the main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place...
...'s cooling fan 36 Setting up your computer 37 Connecting to a power source 37 Charging the main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place...
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... 21 Charging batteries 86 Charging the main battery 86 Charging the RTC battery 87 Monitoring battery power 88 Determining remaining battery power 89 What to do when the main battery runs low .....90 Setting battery notifications 90 Conserving battery power 91 Power Plans 92 Using the eco power plan 93 Changing the main battery 94 Removing the battery from the computer .........94 Inserting a charged battery...
... 21 Charging batteries 86 Charging the main battery 86 Charging the RTC battery 87 Monitoring battery power 88 Determining remaining battery power 89 What to do when the main battery runs low .....90 Setting battery notifications 90 Conserving battery power 91 Power Plans 92 Using the eco power plan 93 Changing the main battery 94 Removing the battery from the computer .........94 Inserting a charged battery...
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...electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Failure to charge the computer's battery. To use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must...you use it. Always confirm that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, and printer. These components include, but are not limited to be charged before adding external or internal components to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Getting Started 37 Setting up your...
...electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Failure to charge the computer's battery. To use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must...you use it. Always confirm that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, and printer. These components include, but are not limited to be charged before adding external or internal components to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Getting Started 37 Setting up your...
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...Connect the power cord/cable to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. Getting Started 39 Connecting to a power source _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to a live... electrical outlet. The AC power light on the side of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is ...
...Connect the power cord/cable to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. Getting Started 39 Connecting to a power source _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to a live... electrical outlet. The AC power light on the side of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is ...
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... be accessible by the display panel. Using the computer for you may appear on your computer. 40 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery NOTE The computer battery may vary depending on the applications power management settings, and features used. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer...
... be accessible by the display panel. Using the computer for you may appear on your computer. 40 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery NOTE The computer battery may vary depending on the applications power management settings, and features used. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer...
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... fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery. The memory module should "snap" into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is...) Inserting the memory module into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory...
... fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery. The memory module should "snap" into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is...) Inserting the memory module into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory...
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... A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . The computer could hang up the next time you must remove the top module first before restarting the computer. You...
... A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . The computer could hang up the next time you must remove the top module first before restarting the computer. You...
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... the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. See "Saving your software documentation for further information. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you last saved. See your work since you will lose all work " on page 78 for details. 72 If...
... the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. See "Saving your software documentation for further information. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you last saved. See your work since you will lose all work " on page 78 for details. 72 If...
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... an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to your system), for better accuracy of the battery meter, it is not necessary to retain a charge. The battery life rating is only achieved on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, ...as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba under the specific test settings at full performance...
... an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to your system), for better accuracy of the battery meter, it is not necessary to retain a charge. The battery life rating is only achieved on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, ...as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba under the specific test settings at full performance...
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... management Your computer ships with the power management component of the system should use the AC adaptor specified by Toshiba. NOTE Battery charge time may result in system performance or stability issues. Charging the main battery The battery needs to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC...
... management Your computer ships with the power management component of the system should use the AC adaptor specified by Toshiba. NOTE Battery charge time may result in system performance or stability issues. Charging the main battery The battery needs to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC...
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...battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. For more information, see "Backing up of your data to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is powered off. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. The RTC battery...to external media before discharging the battery. Mobile Computing 87 Charging batteries TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery may not occur when your computer is fully charged, we recommend that you periodically operate your computer on battery power until it maintains this ...
...battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. For more information, see "Backing up of your data to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is powered off. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. The RTC battery...to external media before discharging the battery. Mobile Computing 87 Charging batteries TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery may not occur when your computer is fully charged, we recommend that you periodically operate your computer on battery power until it maintains this ...
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... of the main battery's current charge. ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged NOTE Battery life and charge time may display...
... of the main battery's current charge. ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged NOTE Battery life and charge time may display...
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...remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. The computer needs this time to confuse the battery light ( ), the power light ( ), and the power button light. A frequently used older battery ...® operating system Sleep command). System indicator lights AC power light/Battery light ON/OFF button/light Wireless indicator light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait a few moments after turning on page 102 for...
...remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. The computer needs this time to confuse the battery light ( ), the power light ( ), and the power button light. A frequently used older battery ...® operating system Sleep command). System indicator lights AC power light/Battery light ON/OFF button/light Wireless indicator light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait a few moments after turning on page 102 for...
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...when the notification goes off . The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on the desktop, click or touch the Battery ( ) icon in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. Setting battery notifications You can also set two notifications. You can set ...low you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the battery with a charged spare (not included with your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn on the power again...
...when the notification goes off . The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on the desktop, click or touch the Battery ( ) icon in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. Setting battery notifications You can also set two notifications. You can set ...low you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the battery with a charged spare (not included with your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn on the power again...
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...advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 5 Double-click or touch Battery to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which saves power when you turn off the computer and turn ... power and extend the operating time of Power Options screen 6 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on again ❖ Use the Windows® power-saving option plans
...advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 5 Double-click or touch Battery to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which saves power when you turn off the computer and turn ... power and extend the operating time of Power Options screen 6 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on again ❖ Use the Windows® power-saving option plans
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...or explosion or fire, possibly resulting in death or serious injury. 94 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery When your computer or put it to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid ...battery release lock Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer, see "To Shut down your computer" on page 42. 3 Unplug and remove any data, save your files and then either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in the AC adaptor or install a charged battery...
...or explosion or fire, possibly resulting in death or serious injury. 94 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery When your computer or put it to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid ...battery release lock Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer, see "To Shut down your computer" on page 42. 3 Unplug and remove any data, save your files and then either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in the AC adaptor or install a charged battery...
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... cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. Mobile Computing 95 Changing the main battery 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put...
... cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. Mobile Computing 95 Changing the main battery 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put...
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... please visit http://us.toshiba.com/recycle. After repeated use the battery pack supplied as cellophane tape, on usage. Other battery packs have fully recharged the battery. Always use , the batteries will need to our shared environment. You must discard a battery if it may be ...becomes damaged. Always dispose of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on the electrode during transportation to hold a charge and you have different voltage and terminal polarities. When the battery pack needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after you will...
... please visit http://us.toshiba.com/recycle. After repeated use the battery pack supplied as cellophane tape, on usage. Other battery packs have fully recharged the battery. Always use , the batteries will need to our shared environment. You must discard a battery if it may be ...becomes damaged. Always dispose of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on the electrode during transportation to hold a charge and you have different voltage and terminal polarities. When the battery pack needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after you will...
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... will be defective. If the computer starts normally, there may not be configured to Toshiba support at support.toshiba.com. Once the battery has been trickle-charged, it . 2 Verify that required by going to warn you are running on battery power, it is recommended that is rated for your computer model. The computer may be...
... will be defective. If the computer starts normally, there may not be configured to Toshiba support at support.toshiba.com. Once the battery has been trickle-charged, it . 2 Verify that required by going to warn you are running on battery power, it is recommended that is rated for your computer model. The computer may be...
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... but the battery will not begin charging immediately. Try turning off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery. See "Removing the battery from the system batteries (battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). The battery does not charge while the computer.../cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. Here are some typical problems and how to charge properly. The battery may be inserted correctly in the AC adaptor and power cord/cable. The battery may not be too hot or too cold to ...
... but the battery will not begin charging immediately. Try turning off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery. See "Removing the battery from the system batteries (battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). The battery does not charge while the computer.../cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. Here are some typical problems and how to charge properly. The battery may be inserted correctly in the AC adaptor and power cord/cable. The battery may not be too hot or too cold to ...