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Do not use 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 ...
Do not use 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 Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
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... media 100 Recording optical media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
... media 100 Recording optical media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
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... 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing the battery from the computer .......113 Inserting a charged battery 115 Taking care of your battery 116 Safety precautions 116 Maintaining your battery 117 Disposing of used batteries 118 Traveling tips 119 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 120 Exploring the desktop...
... 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing the battery from the computer .......113 Inserting a charged battery 115 Taking care of your battery 116 Safety precautions 116 Maintaining your battery 117 Disposing of used batteries 118 Traveling tips 119 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 120 Exploring the desktop...
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... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
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...computer to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to the world of inactivity in the...and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to conserve computer energy. 36 To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the...
...computer to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to the world of inactivity in the...and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to conserve computer energy. 36 To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the...
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Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of use, and to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to an authorized ..., and never expose the computer to withstand the rigors of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of travel. Turn off the computer. 2. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to...
Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of use, and to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to an authorized ..., and never expose the computer to withstand the rigors of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of travel. Turn off the computer. 2. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to...
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...computer or AC adaptor with your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 47. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power outlet (even if your computer is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC ...printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Using your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor....
...computer or AC adaptor with your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 47. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power outlet (even if your computer is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC ...printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Using your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor....
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...in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to do so may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to the computer possibly ... adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never pull on...
...in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to do so may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to the computer possibly ... adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never pull on...
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... that reduces the power required for information on page 113 for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If... the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for more than a...
... that reduces the power required for information on page 113 for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If... the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for more than a...
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... not force it beyond the point where it . Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for you to...
... not force it beyond the point where it . Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for you to...
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...manufactured using highprecision technology. This information applies to accommodate all possible configurations for the first time 51 Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Your select model may not be able to ensure that... may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Below are examples of some of ...
...manufactured using highprecision technology. This information applies to accommodate all possible configurations for the first time 51 Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Your select model may not be able to ensure that... may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Below are examples of some of ...
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Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and ... 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. The Shut Down menu appears.
Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and ... 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. The Shut Down menu appears.
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... that the computer has recognized it on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the next time you... mode. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
... that the computer has recognized it on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the next time you... mode. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
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... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Slot A Slot B Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the ...memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. 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.
... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Slot A Slot B Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the ...memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. 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.
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... you must turn off your computer when you to lose your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). It is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting...
... you must turn off your computer when you to lose your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). It is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting...
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... working after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work...restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to use and configure Hibernation...
... working after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work...restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to use and configure Hibernation...
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...Be sure 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 77 Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Getting Started Turning... extended period of the system is in memory, you were using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. NOTE After your work first. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep...
...Be sure 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 77 Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Getting Started Turning... extended period of the system is in memory, you were using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. NOTE After your work first. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep...
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... Power buttons and lid to shut down lists. NOTE These options 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...
... Power buttons and lid to shut down lists. NOTE These options 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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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 the display panel. Getting Started Turning off the computer 81 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System ...
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 the display panel. Getting Started Turning off the computer 81 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System ...