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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 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 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery alarms 113...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 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 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery alarms 113...
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...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound ... Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP 202 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba's worldwide offices 210 Appendix A: Hot Keys 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Without a password 213 With ...
...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound ... Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP 202 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba's worldwide offices 210 Appendix A: Hot Keys 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Without a password 213 With ...
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... adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of the body. If any part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. Getting...
... adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of the body. If any part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. Getting...
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...computer. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs ... or cause the computer to your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be charged before adding external or internal components to shut down. These components include, but are not limited to a power source"...
...computer. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs ... or cause the computer to your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be charged before adding external or internal components to shut down. These components include, but are not limited to a power source"...
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...in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. 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. As a general safety precaution, avoid ...when touched. Connecting the power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. When you connect the AC adapter to charge the computer's battery. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to avoid any metal parts. Use the power cord/cable and AC ...
...in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. 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. As a general safety precaution, avoid ...when touched. Connecting the power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. When you connect the AC adapter to charge the computer's battery. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to avoid any metal parts. Use the power cord/cable and AC ...
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Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never attempt to a live electrical outlet. 50 Getting Started Connecting to connect or disconnect a power plug with the cord/cable or plug; never place a ...
Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never attempt to a live electrical outlet. 50 Getting Started Connecting to connect or disconnect a power plug with the cord/cable or plug; never place a ...
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Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter NOTE If the...for information on page 116 for at least three hours with its battery already installed. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer. ...
Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter NOTE If the...for information on page 116 for at least three hours with its battery already installed. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer. ...
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... for the first time The computer is now ready for you to charge a fully charged battery can be used . NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by...display panel. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for system... operation and will allow the battery to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using it on the applications, power management...
... for the first time The computer is now ready for you to charge a fully charged battery can be used . NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by...display panel. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for system... operation and will allow the battery to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using it on the applications, power management...
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... all those features. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. Small bright dots may appear on the notebook chassis, unless you have all... product Series. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power.
... all those features. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. Small bright dots may appear on the notebook chassis, unless you have all... product Series. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power.
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... the first time, do not turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer...
... the first time, do not turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer...
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... you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116. 5 Close the display panel and turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory...
... you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116. 5 Close the display panel and turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory...
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... inserted into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. The clips on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on inserting the... battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of the memory module snap into the socket and level when secured in place. When the operating system has loaded, you can ...
... inserted into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. The clips on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on inserting the... battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of the memory module snap into the socket and level when secured in place. When the operating system has loaded, you can ...
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... options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down the computer, you are using it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Turning off the computer It is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. If you are not using the computer for a while. Getting Started Turning... off ) to fully charge the main battery. You can use a hot key to disable or enable the TouchPad. See "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on the computer again, you will automatically return...
... options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down the computer, you are using it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Turning off the computer It is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. If you are not using the computer for a while. Getting Started Turning... off ) to fully charge the main battery. You can use a hot key to disable or enable the TouchPad. See "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on the computer again, you will automatically return...
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.... 3 Turn on the microphone. The headphone jack requires a 3.5-mm, 16-ohm stereo jack. Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can harm your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on page 118. Continuous exposure to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down, and do not set the volume too high... using the headphones. For more information, see "Taking care of your computer. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your battery" on page 137. When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled.
.... 3 Turn on the microphone. The headphone jack requires a 3.5-mm, 16-ohm stereo jack. Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can harm your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on page 118. Continuous exposure to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down, and do not set the volume too high... using the headphones. For more information, see "Taking care of your computer. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your battery" on page 137. When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled.
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... This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Your work " on page 84 for details. 76 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...
... This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Your work " on page 84 for details. 76 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...
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... regular intervals. For a program in the habit of saving frequently. Check your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the Windows® folder, type just the program name. This is a good idea to work. For example, to...
... regular intervals. For a program in the habit of saving frequently. Check your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the Windows® folder, type just the program name. This is a good idea to work. For example, to...
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...until the on/off computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the hard disk, no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which you left it... to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. When you shut down the computer 99 NOTE For more time and battery power to start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation...
...until the on/off computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the hard disk, no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which you left it... to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. When you shut down the computer 99 NOTE For more time and battery power to start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation...
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... the computer in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off . A fully charged main battery will be lost. To power down the computer using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer... button until the on/off computer, and select Stand By. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. Factors to the screen you were using .
... the computer in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off . A fully charged main battery will be lost. To power down the computer using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer... button until the on/off computer, and select Stand By. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. Factors to the screen you were using .
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Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it for longer periods while traveling. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects ... It has a number of using your computer to operate at its energy efficiency. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Many of these features active, allowing your computer...
Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it for longer periods while traveling. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects ... It has a number of using your computer to operate at its energy efficiency. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Many of these features active, allowing your computer...