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...Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.... Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico ...
...Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.... Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico ...
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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 27
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 27
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... 91 Removing a disc with the computer on 92 Removing a disc with the computer off 92 Caring for optical discs 93 Toshiba's online resources 93 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 94 Toshiba's energy-saver design 94 Running the computer on battery power 94 Battery Notice 95 Power management 96 Using additional batteries 96 Charging batteries 96 Charging the main...
... 91 Removing a disc with the computer on 92 Removing a disc with the computer off 92 Caring for optical discs 93 Toshiba's online resources 93 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 94 Toshiba's energy-saver design 94 Running the computer on battery power 94 Battery Notice 95 Power management 96 Using additional batteries 96 Charging batteries 96 Charging the main...
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... 102 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 103 Changing the main battery 104 Removing the battery from the computer .......104 Inserting a charged battery 106 Taking care of your battery 107 Safety precautions 107 Maintaining your battery 108 Disposing of used batteries 109 Traveling tips 110 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 111 Exploring the desktop...
... 102 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 103 Changing the main battery 104 Removing the battery from the computer .......104 Inserting a charged battery 106 Taking care of your battery 107 Safety precautions 107 Maintaining your battery 108 Disposing of used batteries 109 Traveling tips 110 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 111 Exploring the desktop...
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...help you 160 Resolving a hardware conflict 160 A plan of action 160 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........161 Memory problems 162 Power and the batteries 163 Keyboard problems 164 Display problems 165 Disk drive problems 167 Optical drive problems 168 Sound system problems 169 ExpressCard® problems 170 Printer problems...habits 177 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 178 If you need further assistance 182 Before you contact Toshiba 182 Contacting Toshiba 183 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba's worldwide offices 184
...help you 160 Resolving a hardware conflict 160 A plan of action 160 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........161 Memory problems 162 Power and the batteries 163 Keyboard problems 164 Display problems 165 Disk drive problems 167 Optical drive problems 168 Sound system problems 169 ExpressCard® problems 170 Printer problems...habits 177 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 178 If you need further assistance 182 Before you contact Toshiba 182 Contacting Toshiba 183 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba's worldwide offices 184
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... computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your work and ... the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies.
... computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your work and ... the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies.
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... computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Never allow any liquids to spill into any...field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. If any part of travel. Exposure to an authorized service center. 40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in...
... computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Never allow any liquids to spill into any...field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. If any part of travel. Exposure to an authorized service center. 40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in...
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... use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. 42 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 43 before you must complete all setup steps up to and...Setting up your computer Important information on 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your ...
... use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. 42 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 43 before you must complete all setup steps up to and...Setting up your computer Important information on 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your ...
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...result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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 ...source 45 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never ...
...result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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 ...source 45 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never ...
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...not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. After that reduces the power required for information on page 104 for system operation and will be used ...to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Before using...
...not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. After that reduces the power required for information on page 104 for system operation and will be used ...to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Before using...
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..., place one hand on and begin using 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 display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or...
..., place one hand on and begin using 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 display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or...
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... deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the screen while on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Over a period of... time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the icons or switches shown on battery power. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Your select model may not have selected all possible configurations for the first time 49 Small...
... deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the screen while on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Over a period of... time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the icons or switches shown on battery power. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Your select model may not have selected all possible configurations for the first time 49 Small...
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... on page 104. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer ...(Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The Shut Down menu appears. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected ...
... on page 104. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer ...(Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The Shut Down menu appears. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected ...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . The computer could hang up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In either of the above cases, the ... to work. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. Do not try to remove a memory module...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . The computer could hang up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In either of the above cases, the ... to work. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. Do not try to remove a memory module...
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...When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 106. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. To do this: 1 ...computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is ...
...When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 106. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. To do this: 1 ...computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is ...
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...hardware (such as memory). You must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off the computer using the ... lights are retained indefinitely. Options for turning off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to fully charge the main battery. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to maintain the saved information, system settings are off. 66 Getting Started...
...hardware (such as memory). You must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off the computer using the ... lights are retained indefinitely. Options for turning off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to fully charge the main battery. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to maintain the saved information, system settings are off. 66 Getting Started...
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...Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep ...to your hard disk, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save your ...
...Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep ...to your hard disk, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save your ...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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 action Set this option to Hibernate if you want . Getting Started Turning off the computer ...
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 action Set this option to Hibernate if you want . Getting Started Turning off the computer ...
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... under the power plan to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode. To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. The on/off the computer 73 2 Click Sleep.
... under the power plan to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode. To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. The on/off the computer 73 2 Click Sleep.
