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Do not use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand ...
Do not use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand ...
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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28
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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...111 Setting battery notifications 111...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...111 Setting battery notifications 111...
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Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something ... hardware conflict 166 A plan of action 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 171 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........173 Optical drive problems 175 Sound system problems ... Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191
Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something ... hardware conflict 166 A plan of action 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 171 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........173 Optical drive problems 175 Sound system problems ... Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191
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With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by ... preset to a configuration that your computer is a partner in AC power mode. If the model you go. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity... saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. To conserve energy, your computer will...
With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by ... preset to a configuration that your computer is a partner in AC power mode. If the model you go. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity... saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. To conserve energy, your computer will...
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...work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of travel. Remove the battery pack. If any part of temperature change such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as...could result in serious injury or permanent damage to an authorized service center. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Precautions Your computer is designed to ...
...work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of travel. Remove the battery pack. If any part of temperature change such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as...could result in serious injury or permanent damage to an authorized service center. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Precautions Your computer is designed to ...
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See "Connecting to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 44 before you can block the vents located at ... to your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is in serious...
See "Connecting to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 44 before you can block the vents located at ... to your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is in serious...
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... Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by 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 avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to ensure a secure electrical connection. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an...
... Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by 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 avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to ensure a secure electrical connection. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an...
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...to recharge. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid ...required for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to power the computer, you must charge the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC ...
...to recharge. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid ...required for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to power the computer, you must charge the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC ...
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... not force it beyond the point where it . 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. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to...
... not force it beyond the point where it . 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. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to...
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...Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all optical drives are empty. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) ...are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you turn on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors...
...Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all optical drives are empty. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) ...are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you turn on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors...
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...on page 115. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. The Shut Down ...menu appears. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. otherwise...
...on page 115. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. The Shut Down ...menu appears. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. otherwise...
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...to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 117. 16 Turn the computer right side...the computer. Removing a memory module If you can damage the computer and the memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 52 to work. In either of...
...to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 117. 16 Turn the computer right side...the computer. Removing a memory module If you can damage the computer and the memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 52 to work. In either of...
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..., click Cancel. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. This is a security feature to continue." If unsure, cancel and try again. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying.... If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches.
..., click Cancel. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. This is a security feature to continue." If unsure, cancel and try again. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying.... If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches.
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... turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). You must turn off your computer in -use light are off ) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting...
... turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). You must turn off your computer in -use light are off ) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting...
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... Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses ...the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. For information on ...
... Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses ...the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. For information on ...
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... off. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you power down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the... computer returns 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. For information on using...
... off. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you power down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the... computer returns 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. For information on using...
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... click the power button in the Start menu. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... click the power button in the Start menu. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation ...
Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation ...
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... of Power Options screen The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.
... of Power Options screen The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.