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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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... be ENERGY STAR® compliant. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Toshiba is set to a configuration that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing ...the power button. If the model you go. Introduction Welcome to conserve computer energy. 36 With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information ...; logo on using power management settings to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes.
... be ENERGY STAR® compliant. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Toshiba is set to a configuration that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing ...the power button. If the model you go. Introduction Welcome to conserve computer energy. 36 With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information ...; logo on using power management settings to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes.
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.... Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Exposure to an authorized service center. Remove the...
.... Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Exposure to an authorized service center. Remove the...
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...In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" on a hard flat surface. NOTE The cooling fan location...TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your software" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Setting...
...In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" on a hard flat surface. NOTE The cooling fan location...TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your software" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Setting...
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...overload on a power cord/cable to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 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. Failure...source 47 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. 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 ...
...overload on a power cord/cable to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 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. Failure...source 47 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. 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 ...
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... computer turned off for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main... of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for information on page 113 for...
... computer turned off for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main... of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for information on page 113 for...
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... never lift the computer by the display panel. 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...
... never lift the computer by the display panel. 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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... computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to accommodate all possible...manufactured using highprecision technology. Any small bright dots that all optical drives are examples of some of the screen while on battery power. This information applies to increase the brightness of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System...
... computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to accommodate all possible...manufactured using highprecision technology. Any small bright dots that all optical drives are examples of some of the screen while on battery power. This information applies to increase the brightness of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System...
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... (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. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer ...
... (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. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer ...
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... of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not try to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. For more information on inserting the main... battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 60. If you can damage the computer and the memory module. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described ...
... of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not try to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. For more information on inserting the main... battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 60. If you can damage the computer and the memory module. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described ...
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...The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 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. Checking total memory When you... 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. 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 System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 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. Checking total memory When you... 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. 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...
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..., Hibernate, and Sleep. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Options for a while. It is off your work. If you will not be using it for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system...
..., Hibernate, and Sleep. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Options for a while. It is off your work. If you will not be using it for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system...
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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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...will try 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 using the Hibernation or Shut down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page... 82. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is stored in memory, you will be lost. Be sure to save any open programs...
...will try 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 using the Hibernation or Shut down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page... 82. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is stored in memory, you will be lost. Be sure to save any open programs...
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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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... computer to display the actions that you want. 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...
... computer to display the actions that you want. 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...