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... countries/regions in the following table. 18 Approved Countries/Regions 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...
... countries/regions in the following table. 18 Approved Countries/Regions 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 29 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 Your computer's features and specifications ....50 Turning on the power 50 ...
Contents 29 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 Your computer's features and specifications ....50 Turning on the power 50 ...
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... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 110...
... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 110...
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Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 158 Fingerprint utility limitations 158 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....158 Fingerprint Logon 159 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint ... system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........178 Optical drive problems 180 Sound system problems 181 ExpressCard® problems...
Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 158 Fingerprint utility limitations 158 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....158 Fingerprint Logon 159 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint ... system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........178 Optical drive problems 180 Sound system problems 181 ExpressCard® problems...
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... environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you go. We recommend that you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and...
... environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you go. We recommend that you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and...
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...field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. If any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to withstand the rigors of use, and to rain, water, seawater...computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as stereo speakers (other than ...
...field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. If any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to withstand the rigors of use, and to rain, water, seawater...computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as stereo speakers (other than ...
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...internal components to your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the ..."Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is in serious injury. 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...
...internal components to your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the ..."Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is in serious injury. 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...
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Failure to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always ... a power cord/cable to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample ...
Failure to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always ... a power cord/cable to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample ...
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...or green, depending on your model. Continuing to power the computer. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in the... on replacing the main battery. The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is not receiving correct input...
...or green, depending on your model. Continuing to power the computer. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in the... on replacing the main battery. The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is not receiving correct input...
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... settings, and features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge.... Your computer's Power Options utility can be used . Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 49 TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is now ready for you to slowly open or close the display panel.
... settings, and features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge.... Your computer's Power Options utility can be used . Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 49 TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is now ready for you to slowly open or close the display panel.
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...and be able to all those features. Any small bright dots that all optical drives are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you plan to use AC ...power rather than battery power) are examples of some of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on your computer. This information applies to remove...
...and be able to all those features. Any small bright dots that all optical drives are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you plan to use AC ...power rather than battery power) are examples of some of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on your computer. This information applies to remove...
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... module slot cover otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 If the computer is on page... computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears.
... module slot cover otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 If the computer is on page... computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears.
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...17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode... NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
...17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode... NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
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... installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 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. To do this...
... installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 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. To do this...
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... accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is a good idea to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive-in-use with 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To...
... accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is a good idea to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive-in-use with 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To...
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... of the desktop to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main... the computer using . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for several days or if you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be...
... of the desktop to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main... the computer using . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for several days or if you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be...
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... system may save 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 the computer. NOTE After your work first. For... 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 using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 80. Factors to consider when ...
... system may save 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 the computer. NOTE After your work first. For... 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 using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 80. Factors to consider when ...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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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... Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate 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 Hibernate if you close the display panel.
... Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate 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 Hibernate if you close the display panel.
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... then Power Options. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. Getting Started Turning off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The computer saves the status of these methods...
... then Power Options. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. Getting Started Turning off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The computer saves the status of these methods...