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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 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 52 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 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 52 28
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... 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 107 Charging the batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring battery power 110 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....113 Changing batteries 114 Taking care of your battery 117 Safety precautions 117 Maximizing...
... 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 107 Charging the batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring battery power 110 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....113 Changing batteries 114 Taking care of your battery 117 Safety precautions 117 Maximizing...
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... pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix ...of action 179 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 183 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...192
... pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix ...of action 179 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 183 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...192
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password... 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password... 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 ...
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... immediately and rest. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 Never allow any liquids to...
... immediately and rest. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 Never allow any liquids to...
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... the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. The fan draws in by creating a vacuum...
... the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. The fan draws in by creating a vacuum...
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... you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your computer To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. The computer will connect to the Internet and click Next. Click Next to continue. To register your computer online...
... you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your computer To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. The computer will connect to the Internet and click Next. Click Next to continue. To register your computer online...
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... remove a plug from a socket. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source After starting your computer for the first time you may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in...
... remove a plug from a socket. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source After starting your computer for the first time you may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in...
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... adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/ or result... adapter. never place a power cable near a heat source; never place heavy objects on a power cable; never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 51 Never tamper with wet hands. never bend or twist a power cable;
... adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/ or result... adapter. never place a power cable near a heat source; never place heavy objects on a power cable; never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 51 Never tamper with wet hands. never bend or twist a power cable;
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... on page 114 for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the... battery cannot occur. Continuing to recharge. See "Changing batteries" on replacing the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. Before using all of the power provided by...
... on page 114 for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the... battery cannot occur. Continuing to recharge. See "Changing batteries" on replacing the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. Before using all of the power provided by...
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... latch in and raise the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your screen display when you to a comfortable viewing angle. Display release latch Sample opening the display panel 3 Adjust...
... latch in and raise the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your screen display when you to a comfortable viewing angle. Display release latch Sample opening the display panel 3 Adjust...
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... devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to all those features. This information applies to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you have selected all the features and icons described in this guide.... bright dots that all possible configurations for the first time large number of time, and depending on battery power. Over a period of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using high-precision technology. Your selected ...
... devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to all those features. This information applies to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you have selected all the features and icons described in this guide.... bright dots that all possible configurations for the first time large number of time, and depending on battery power. Over a period of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using high-precision technology. Your selected ...
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... computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC Adapter cord. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off.
... computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC Adapter cord. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off.
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... the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. Grease or dust on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17 Restart the computer. Avoid touching the connectors ...
... the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. Grease or dust on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17 Restart the computer. Avoid touching the connectors ...
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..., see "Powering down ), Hibernate, and Standby. When you power down the computer, you can use the Windows Standby or Hibernate commands to recharge the main battery. Never turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, you... a network, use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut down command when connected to fully charge the main battery.
..., see "Powering down ), Hibernate, and Standby. When you power down the computer, you can use the Windows Standby or Hibernate commands to recharge the main battery. Never turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, you... a network, use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut down command when connected to fully charge the main battery.
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...access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control). For more information, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 137. Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. Connecting a ... about taking care of the computer. 2 Plug the microphone cord into the jack. 3 Turn on cleaning and moving your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on page 117. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your computer This section gives tips on...
...access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control). For more information, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 137. Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. Connecting a ... about taking care of the computer. 2 Plug the microphone cord into the jack. 3 Turn on cleaning and moving your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on page 117. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your computer This section gives tips on...
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... disk. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. See "Saving your work frequently. See your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. This feature...
... disk. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. See "Saving your work frequently. See your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. This feature...
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... of your program's documentation to do. If you turn off the computer, save feature. If you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the habit of computing. Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is all you are working with...
... of your program's documentation to do. If you turn off the computer, save feature. If you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the habit of computing. Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is all you are working with...
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... uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Optimize" on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up than restarting from Standby, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than restoring it first saves..., the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the computer to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Starting again after Shut...
... uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Optimize" on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up than restarting from Standby, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than restoring it first saves..., the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the computer to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Starting again after Shut...
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... Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it , including all open programs and files you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time... and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer or Hibernation. ❖ When starting up the computer from where you can start up again, the...
... Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it , including all open programs and files you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time... and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer or Hibernation. ❖ When starting up the computer from where you can start up again, the...