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25 Contents Keeping yourself comfortable 46 Precautions 49 Setting up your computer 51 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........53 Adding external devices 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the main battery 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the...
25 Contents Keeping yourself comfortable 46 Precautions 49 Setting up your computer 51 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........53 Adding external devices 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the main battery 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the...
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The CD/DVD control buttons let you plug in the AC adapter for either operating the computer on page 82. For more information, see "Front panel lights" on . Back Parallel port RGB (monitor) port LAN port USB .... To open the display panel, slide the display latch to play audio CDs when the computer is where you play CDs and DVDs with optional Toshiba remote control The display latch keeps the display panel closed Display latch Remote IR port* Front panel lights Secondary modular bay CD/DVD control buttons...
The CD/DVD control buttons let you plug in the AC adapter for either operating the computer on page 82. For more information, see "Front panel lights" on . Back Parallel port RGB (monitor) port LAN port USB .... To open the display panel, slide the display latch to play audio CDs when the computer is where you play CDs and DVDs with optional Toshiba remote control The display latch keeps the display panel closed Display latch Remote IR port* Front panel lights Secondary modular bay CD/DVD control buttons...
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... control buttons" on light glows blue when the computer is in maintaining proper posture while using the computer. Front panel lights The AC Attached light glows green when the AC adapter is being charged. The TouchPadTM enables you play CDs and DVDs with the Fn key, activate several different system functions. It does...
... control buttons" on light glows blue when the computer is in maintaining proper posture while using the computer. Front panel lights The AC Attached light glows green when the AC adapter is being charged. The TouchPadTM enables you play CDs and DVDs with the Fn key, activate several different system functions. It does...
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See Connecting the AC adapter for an internet connection, and you through steps to set up steps up to "Setting up your software" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides ... (DSL) or cable, or Local Area Network (LAN). Getting Started Setting up your computer 51 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. The computer will this computer connect to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.
See Connecting the AC adapter for an internet connection, and you through steps to set up steps up to "Setting up your software" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides ... (DSL) or cable, or Local Area Network (LAN). Getting Started Setting up your computer 51 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. The computer will this computer connect to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.
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.... Doing so may damage the power cable and result in the User's Manual. Use of an incompatible adapter. Toshiba assumes no liability for any metal parts. When you connect/disconnect it. 54 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cable and...
.... Doing so may damage the power cable and result in the User's Manual. Use of an incompatible adapter. Toshiba assumes no liability for any metal parts. When you connect/disconnect it. 54 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cable and...
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... on the back of electric shock. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 55 To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the power cable. There is a risk of the computer. DANGER Damaged... shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on top of, or apply heat to the AC adapter. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
... on the back of electric shock. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 55 To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the power cable. There is a risk of the computer. DANGER Damaged... shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on top of, or apply heat to the AC adapter. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
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... and the current time and date for procedures. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maximizing battery life" on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station (if applicable to your system), for all batteries. Recharge time varies depending on applications, power ...management settings and features utilized. The battery may not charge while the computer is normal for an extended period (more than on battery power at : toshiba...
... and the current time and date for procedures. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maximizing battery life" on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station (if applicable to your system), for all batteries. Recharge time varies depending on applications, power ...management settings and features utilized. The battery may not charge while the computer is normal for an extended period (more than on battery power at : toshiba...
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... properly. ❖ Do not expose the battery pack to explode and release toxic materials. ❖ If a battery is designed so that you can purchase through toshiba.com. ❖ Reverse Polarity should be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery pack only in the computer. ❖ When you install the battery... fire. Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging could explode. Before doing so, follow the steps below: 1 Turn off the computer's power. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges.
... properly. ❖ Do not expose the battery pack to explode and release toxic materials. ❖ If a battery is designed so that you can purchase through toshiba.com. ❖ Reverse Polarity should be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery pack only in the computer. ❖ When you install the battery... fire. Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging could explode. Before doing so, follow the steps below: 1 Turn off the computer's power. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges.
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... Battery LED should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to use the computer for five minutes. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life. ❖ If you... will not be using the system for an extended period, more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adapter. ❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of your battery 3 Operate the computer on battery power for more than one month, ...
... Battery LED should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to use the computer for five minutes. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life. ❖ If you... will not be using the system for an extended period, more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adapter. ❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of your battery 3 Operate the computer on battery power for more than one month, ...
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... the computer. Press Enter to the problem instead of restarting the system. If this happens, turning the power on returns you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press any key. Press and hold down the power button for several hours. Clearing ...on the power. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure you to continue booting. You are using the AC adapter, check that came with the conflicting device and "Resolving a hardware conflict" on page 180. To clear the condition, press the power button...
... the computer. Press Enter to the problem instead of restarting the system. If this happens, turning the power on returns you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press any key. Press and hold down the power button for several hours. Clearing ...on the power. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure you to continue booting. You are using the AC adapter, check that came with the conflicting device and "Resolving a hardware conflict" on page 180. To clear the condition, press the power button...
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... (main battery and optional secondary battery). If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by Toshiba. The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the battery will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. The battery doesn't charge ... remove and replace the battery. Make sure the AC adapter and power cable are interrelated. The main battery may be inserted correctly in a lamp or other appliance. Toshiba recommends using only memory approved by the memory module. If the AC power light still does not come on , check...
... (main battery and optional secondary battery). If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by Toshiba. The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the battery will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. The battery doesn't charge ... remove and replace the battery. Make sure the AC adapter and power cable are interrelated. The main battery may be inserted correctly in a lamp or other appliance. Toshiba recommends using only memory approved by the memory module. If the AC power light still does not come on , check...
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... as it will not begin with? Have you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it may not charge fully. Is your software using the Toshiba Power Management Utility. All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. If the battery has completely discharged, it usually does. If the battery... Is the display power set to charge properly. A keypad overlay may be too hot or too cold to turn on the computer. Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see "Charging the battery" on page 103. Let the battery discharge completely, then try again....
... as it will not begin with? Have you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it may not charge fully. Is your software using the Toshiba Power Management Utility. All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. If the battery has completely discharged, it usually does. If the battery... Is the display power set to charge properly. A keypad overlay may be too hot or too cold to turn on the computer. Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see "Charging the battery" on page 103. Let the battery discharge completely, then try again....
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... operating system displays a message that the connection is secure. For more information, see "Inserting PC Cards" on page 98. 2 Turn off the computer. 3 Connect the AC adapter and power cable. 4 Keep the computer plugged in Standby mode. A PC Card error occurs. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with...
... operating system displays a message that the connection is secure. For more information, see "Inserting PC Cards" on page 98. 2 Turn off the computer. 3 Connect the AC adapter and power cable. 4 Keep the computer plugged in Standby mode. A PC Card error occurs. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with...
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Index A AC adapter 41 AC power light 58 Accessories programs 126, 139 audio features 160 avoiding injury 46 B battery caring for 110 changing 109 charge not lasting 181 charging 70, ... CD Player 87 CD/DVD control 41 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive eject 81 Internet 40, 41 PC Card eject 38 power 40 Start 117 TOSHIBA Console 40 C calculator 130 caps lock light 42 Card and Socket Services 165 CD and DVDs caring for 89 viewing contents 88 CD Player control...
Index A AC adapter 41 AC power light 58 Accessories programs 126, 139 audio features 160 avoiding injury 46 B battery caring for 110 changing 109 charge not lasting 181 charging 70, ... CD Player 87 CD/DVD control 41 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive eject 81 Internet 40, 41 PC Card eject 38 power 40 Start 117 TOSHIBA Console 40 C calculator 130 caps lock light 42 Card and Socket Services 165 CD and DVDs caring for 89 viewing contents 88 CD Player control...