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...149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi ...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/...table. 17 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions ...
...149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi ...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/...table. 17 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions ...
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Contents Introduction 33 This guide 34 Safety icons 35 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 36 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Getting Started 37 Selecting a place to work 37 Creating a computer-friendly environment........37 Keeping yourself comfortable 38 Precautions 38 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 39 Setting up your computer 40 Setting up your software 40 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 Adding optional external devices 41 Connecting to a power source 42 Charging the main battery 44 Using the computer for the first time 45 26
Contents Introduction 33 This guide 34 Safety icons 35 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 36 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Getting Started 37 Selecting a place to work 37 Creating a computer-friendly environment........37 Keeping yourself comfortable 38 Precautions 38 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 39 Setting up your computer 40 Setting up your software 40 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 Adding optional external devices 41 Connecting to a power source 42 Charging the main battery 44 Using the computer for the first time 45 26
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... Creating a CD/DVD 94 Removing a disc with the computer on 95 Removing a disc with the computer off 95 Caring for CD or DVD discs 96 Toshiba's online resources 96 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 97 Toshiba's energy-saver design 97 Running the computer on battery power 97 Battery Notice 98 Power management 99
... Creating a CD/DVD 94 Removing a disc with the computer on 95 Removing a disc with the computer off 95 Caring for CD or DVD discs 96 Toshiba's online resources 96 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 97 Toshiba's energy-saver design 97 Running the computer on battery power 97 Battery Notice 98 Power management 99
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... 105 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........106 Changing the main battery 106 Removing the battery from the computer .......107 Inserting a charged battery 108 Taking care of your battery 110 Safety precautions 110 Maintaining your battery 111 Disposing of used batteries 111 Traveling tips 113 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 114 Exploring the desktop...
... 105 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........106 Changing the main battery 106 Removing the battery from the computer .......107 Inserting a charged battery 108 Taking care of your battery 110 Safety precautions 110 Maintaining your battery 111 Disposing of used batteries 111 Traveling tips 113 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 114 Exploring the desktop...
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...A plan of action 160 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....161 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........162 Memory problems 163 Power and the batteries 164 Keyboard problems 166 Display problems 166 Disk drive problems 168 Optical drive problems 170 Sound system problems 171 ExpressCard™ problems 171 Printer problems... 180 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 181 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 187
...A plan of action 160 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....161 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........162 Memory problems 163 Power and the batteries 164 Keyboard problems 166 Display problems 166 Disk drive problems 168 Optical drive problems 170 Sound system problems 171 ExpressCard™ problems 171 Printer problems... 180 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 181 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 187
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... Hot Keys 189 Volume Mute 189 Password security 190 Without a password 190 With a password 190 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 191 Power profile 191 Standby mode 192 Hibernation mode 192 Display modes 193 Display brightness 193 Disabling or...Zooming applications in/out 194 Keyboard hot keys 195 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 196 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer 197 Getting Started 198 Starting ConfigFree 198 ConfigFree® Utilities 200 Connectivity Doctor 200 Search for Wireless Devices 202 Profile Settings ...
... Hot Keys 189 Volume Mute 189 Password security 190 Without a password 190 With a password 190 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 191 Power profile 191 Standby mode 192 Hibernation mode 192 Display modes 193 Display brightness 193 Disabling or...Zooming applications in/out 194 Keyboard hot keys 195 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 196 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer 197 Getting Started 198 Starting ConfigFree 198 ConfigFree® Utilities 200 Connectivity Doctor 200 Search for Wireless Devices 202 Profile Settings ...
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...base and palm rest can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to skin. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could damage the computer ...or cause system failure. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. Never place a heavy object ...
...base and palm rest can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to skin. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could damage the computer ...or cause system failure. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. Never place a heavy object ...
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..., memory, and Expresscard™. To use it. The first time you turn on the computer for an Internet connection. Click Next to charge the battery you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. 40 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL...of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to the Internet and click Next. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power source" on page 40 before you through steps to set up your software setup choices.
..., memory, and Expresscard™. To use it. The first time you turn on the computer for an Internet connection. Click Next to charge the battery you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. 40 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL...of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to the Internet and click Next. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power source" on page 40 before you through steps to set up your software setup choices.
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... Failure to operate. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always confirm that 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 do so ... outlet, or to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector...
... Failure to operate. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always confirm that 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 do so ... outlet, or to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector...
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..., and devices. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC ...the AC adaptor to power the computer. 44 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power ...
..., and devices. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC ...the AC adaptor to power the computer. 44 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power ...
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... lift the computer by the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 45 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...
... lift the computer by the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 45 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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...Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you have all the features and ...icons Turning on the power To turn on the notebook chassis, unless you may not be able to ensure that may appear on battery power. Your select model may not have selected all those features. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors ...
...Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you have all the features and ...icons Turning on the power To turn on the notebook chassis, unless you may not be able to ensure that may appear on battery power. Your select model may not have selected all those features. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors ...
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... the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 4 Remove the main battery. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can retrieve them later...
... the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 4 Remove the main battery. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can retrieve them later...
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... memory module should be installed in slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module installed for the computer to be installed, it correctly as described in place. When the operating system has loaded, you... when secured in "Checking total memory" on page 108. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 54.
... memory module should be installed in slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module installed for the computer to be installed, it correctly as described in place. When the operating system has loaded, you... when secured in "Checking total memory" on page 108. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 54.
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...Using the HDD Recovery, you create recovery CDs/DVDs before using a writable drive. For more information on creating Recovery media see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 55. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete ... on certain models) Your computer has been configured with the socket latches. 54 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to recover your system.
...Using the HDD Recovery, you create recovery CDs/DVDs before using a writable drive. For more information on creating Recovery media see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 55. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete ... on certain models) Your computer has been configured with the socket latches. 54 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to recover your system.
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... using the computer for a while. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off .
... using the computer for a while. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off .
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...of the system is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off....commands to save your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of these options to shut down completely, but it , including all open programs and files you change your ...
...of the system is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off....commands to save your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of these options to shut down completely, but it , including all open programs and files you change your ...
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...steps to save your work first. You should save your work before putting your computer on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. For information on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less ...continue working from turning off the computer or using . Standby holds the current state of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on page 75. If you power down using Standby, see "Using and configuring...
...steps to save your work first. You should save your work before putting your computer on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. For information on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less ...continue working from turning off the computer or using . Standby holds the current state of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on page 75. If you power down using Standby, see "Using and configuring...
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...by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on page 146. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is configured, you press the power button. ❖ When I ...close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to...
...by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on page 146. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is configured, you press the power button. ❖ When I ...close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to...
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NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on /off the computer NOTE These options are set . The computer returns to go into Hibernation mode by opening the display panel. Once ... Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can place it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go...
NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on /off the computer NOTE These options are set . The computer returns to go into Hibernation mode by opening the display panel. Once ... Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can place it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go...