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...2005. If the transmit indicator LED lights up, the remote control unit is operating properly. Do not use it to work with non-alkaline batteries. 6 Toshiba USB TV Tuner Quick Guide ( l ill i ) l i h USB bl i h i h id l (sample illustration) Plugging the USB cable ...into the remote control unit: 1 Remove the battery compartment cover at the back of the remote control unit. 2 Insert two AA 1.5V batteries (included). Using the Remote Control Your computer shipped with a remote control designed to open and navigate Media Center...
...2005. If the transmit indicator LED lights up, the remote control unit is operating properly. Do not use it to work with non-alkaline batteries. 6 Toshiba USB TV Tuner Quick Guide ( l ill i ) l i h USB bl i h i h id l (sample illustration) Plugging the USB cable ...into the remote control unit: 1 Remove the battery compartment cover at the back of the remote control unit. 2 Insert two AA 1.5V batteries (included). Using the Remote Control Your computer shipped with a remote control designed to open and navigate Media Center...
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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 37 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment........39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Using the main battery 50 26
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 37 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment........39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Using the main battery 50 26
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... 97 Creating a CD 97 Removing a disc with the computer on 98 Removing a disc with the computer off 99 Caring for CD or DVD Discs 99 Toshiba's online resources 100 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Power management 103 Using additional...
... 97 Creating a CD 97 Removing a disc with the computer on 98 Removing a disc with the computer off 99 Caring for CD or DVD Discs 99 Toshiba's online resources 100 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Power management 103 Using additional...
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... 112 Using a hot key to set the Power Scheme.......113 Changing the main battery 113 Removing the battery from the computer .......114 Inserting a charged battery 115 Taking care of your battery 116 Safety precautions 116 Maximizing battery life 117 Disposing of used batteries 118 Traveling tips 120 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 121 Exploring the desktop...
... 112 Using a hot key to set the Power Scheme.......113 Changing the main battery 113 Removing the battery from the computer .......114 Inserting a charged battery 115 Taking care of your battery 116 Safety precautions 116 Maximizing battery life 117 Disposing of used batteries 118 Traveling tips 120 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 121 Exploring the desktop...
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... conflict 183 A plan of action 183 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....184 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........185 Memory problems 187 Power and the batteries 188 Keyboard problems 190 Display problems 191 Disk drive problems 193 Optical Drive problems 196 Sound system problems 197 PC Card problems 197 Printer problems...
... conflict 183 A plan of action 183 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....184 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........185 Memory problems 187 Power and the batteries 188 Keyboard problems 190 Display problems 191 Disk drive problems 193 Optical Drive problems 196 Sound system problems 197 PC Card problems 197 Printer problems...
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... Contacting Toshiba 217 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 218 Toshiba's worldwide offices 218 Appendix A: Hot Keys 220 Volume Mute 220 Password security 221 Without a password 221 With a password 221 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 222 Power usage 223 Standby mode 224 Hibernation mode 225 Display modes 226 Display brightness 227...
... Contacting Toshiba 217 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 218 Toshiba's worldwide offices 218 Appendix A: Hot Keys 220 Volume Mute 220 Password security 221 Without a password 221 With a password 221 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 222 Power usage 223 Standby mode 224 Hibernation mode 225 Display modes 226 Display brightness 227...
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...; Keep the computer and disks away from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not turn off the computer while it is active. Remove the battery pack. It could result in damage or serious injury. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety...
...; Keep the computer and disks away from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not turn off the computer while it is active. Remove the battery pack. It could result in damage or serious injury. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety...
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... power or to a power source" on page 47. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Always operate your computer or AC adaptor with any object. These components include...are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 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. ...
... power or to a power source" on page 47. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Always operate your computer or AC adaptor with any object. These components include...are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 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. ...
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...injury. Failure 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 Toshiba to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Be careful if you ...damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Toshiba assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor...
...injury. Failure 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 Toshiba to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Be careful if you ...damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Toshiba assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor...
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... gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into...
... gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into...
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... receiving correct input from the AC power supply. The RTC battery charges when the computer is attached. For more information about installing or removing the main battery, see "Changing the main battery" on . To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for ...information on page 113 for several hours with its main battery already installed. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. 50 Getting Started Using the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main...
... receiving correct input from the AC power supply. The RTC battery charges when the computer is attached. For more information about installing or removing the main battery, see "Changing the main battery" on . To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for ...information on page 113 for several hours with its main battery already installed. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. 50 Getting Started Using the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main...
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Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT...
Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT...
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... your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to all those features. This information applies to accommodate all possible...
... your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to all those features. This information applies to accommodate all possible...
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... slot cover 6 Using a standard Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screws that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove ...the main battery. The Turn off or Shut Down (depending on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then Turn off computer or...
... slot cover 6 Using a standard Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screws that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove ...the main battery. The Turn off or Shut Down (depending on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then Turn off computer or...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the ... "Checking total memory" on page 54 to work. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding an...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the ... "Checking total memory" on page 54 to work. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding an...
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... computer. Getting Started Using the Dual Mode Pad 61 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized... on page 113. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket clips. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Changing the main battery" on certain models) The Dual Mode Pad, the small square cutout located in the direction you can check that the module is...
... computer. Getting Started Using the Dual Mode Pad 61 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized... on page 113. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket clips. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Changing the main battery" on certain models) The Dual Mode Pad, the small square cutout located in the direction you can check that the module is...
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... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you may lose data or damage the disk and/ or drive. Each option has its advantages. Options for turning off the computer Depending on...
... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you may lose data or damage the disk and/ or drive. Each option has its advantages. Options for turning off the computer Depending on...
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... mode does not require power to the hard disk. 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 on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main.... ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in progress and are not...
... mode does not require power to the hard disk. 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 on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main.... ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in progress and are not...
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...Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less ... left off the computer For information on placing your computer into a powersaving mode. For information on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer on your hard disk. Factors to save your work first. Standby mode The Standby command ...
...Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less ... left off the computer For information on placing your computer into a powersaving mode. For information on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer on your hard disk. Factors to save your work first. Standby mode The Standby command ...
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... After you have turned off light glows blue. For information on configuring the power options, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the Standby options set. Caring for your computer's battery, see "Power Schemes" on /off the computer, close the display panel to the screen(s) you can start up the computer...
... After you have turned off light glows blue. For information on configuring the power options, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the Standby options set. Caring for your computer's battery, see "Power Schemes" on /off the computer, close the display panel to the screen(s) you can start up the computer...