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... the countries/regions in the following table. 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...
... the countries/regions in the following table. 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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... a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you purchased is compliant, it is set to conserve computer energy. 36 Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR®...
... a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you purchased is compliant, it is set to conserve computer energy. 36 Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR®...
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...10070; Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to an authorized service center. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of ...permanent damage to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as stereo speakers (other...
...10070; Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to an authorized service center. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of ...permanent damage to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as stereo speakers (other...
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... fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. Using your computer on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a ...These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use external power or to a power outlet (even if your...
... fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. Using your computer on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a ...These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use external power or to a power outlet (even if your...
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...your computer), or use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting ...Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always 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 ...
...your computer), or use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting ...Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always 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 ...
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...in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is charged for information on replacing the main battery. Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and ...at a time. Getting Started Charging the main battery 49 The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off ...
...in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is charged for information on replacing the main battery. Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and ...at a time. Getting Started Charging the main battery 49 The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off ...
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... press or push 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 palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard...
... press or push 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 palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard...
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... any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you turn on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. Your select model may appear...be able to all of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are empty. Any small bright dots that all those features. When the computer is ...
... any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you turn on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. Your select model may appear...be able to all of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are empty. Any small bright dots that all those features. When the computer is ...
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... the memory module slot cover 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; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to locate the memory... slot cover. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears.
... the memory module slot cover 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; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to locate the memory... slot cover. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears.
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...computer and open the memory module slot cover. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 115. 16 ...remove the memory module while the computer is in "Checking total memory" on page 53 to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you turn it on and...
...computer and open the memory module slot cover. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 115. 16 ...remove the memory module while the computer is in "Checking total memory" on page 53 to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you turn it on and...
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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 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is... 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.
... 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 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is... 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.
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... (even though the computer is off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to upgrade your computer when you to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory).
... (even though the computer is off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to upgrade your computer when you to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory).
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.... Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no... Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use...
.... Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no... Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use...
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... computer is stored in memory, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep...the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your hard disk, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to enter Hibernation mode. Be sure to the mode in which you...
... computer is stored in memory, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep...the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your hard disk, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to enter Hibernation mode. Be sure to the mode in which you...
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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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... Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. 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. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power...
... Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. 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. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power...