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.../g) Ch36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (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 Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam 802.11a (5... Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
.../g) Ch36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (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 Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam 802.11a (5... Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
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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 28
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 28
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... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 110 Monitoring main battery power 111 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...113 Setting battery notifications 113...
... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 110 Monitoring main battery power 111 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...113 Setting battery notifications 113...
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...8482; Memory Boot Utility 156 Booting from a bootable SD card 157 Mouse Utility 158 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 164 TOSHIBA Button Support 165 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 166 TOSHIBA Accessibility 167 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 168 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 169 Fingerprint utility limitations ... can help you 182 Resolving a hardware conflict 182 A plan of action 182 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........183 Memory problems 184 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187
...8482; Memory Boot Utility 156 Booting from a bootable SD card 157 Mouse Utility 158 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 164 TOSHIBA Button Support 165 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 166 TOSHIBA Accessibility 167 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 168 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 169 Fingerprint utility limitations ... can help you 182 Resolving a hardware conflict 182 A plan of action 182 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........183 Memory problems 184 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187
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...'s Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. If the model ...) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and...
...'s Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you go. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. If the model ...) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and...
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... and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to spill into any of these instructions could result in damage... and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Never allow any liquids to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel.
... and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to spill into any of these instructions could result in damage... and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Never allow any liquids to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel.
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...or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 47. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 45 before you must complete...sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external...
...or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 47. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 45 before you must complete...sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external...
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.../cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 socket,...careful if you use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to remove a plug from a socket. 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.
.../cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 socket,...careful if you use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to remove a plug from a socket. 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.
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...is time to power the computer. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. 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 system operation and will be used to select...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 not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a...
...is time to power the computer. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. 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 system operation and will be used to select...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 not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a...
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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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. To avoid ...
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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. To avoid ...
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.... Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your select model may not have selected all the features and icons described in this guide. This information applies to... accommodate all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your display are examples of some of the many possible icons...
.... Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your select model may not have selected all the features and icons described in this guide. This information applies to... accommodate all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your display are examples of some of the many possible icons...
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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. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. otherwise, skip to step 3.... lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 117....
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. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. otherwise, skip to step 3.... lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 117....
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..." on . 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot... be saved. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 53 to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 60.
..." on . 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot... be saved. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 53 to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 60.
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, ... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, ... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to...
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... you are off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your computer when you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. Make sure the system indicator panel...
... you are off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your computer when you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. Make sure the system indicator panel...
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.... ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than 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 the operating system installed, you must turn off your mind...the state in order to continue working after turning off the computer using the computer for several days or if you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to maintain the saved...
.... ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than 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 the operating system installed, you must turn off your mind...the state in order to continue working after turning off the computer using the computer for several days or if you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to maintain the saved...
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.... ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it, including all open documents and programs to your internal storage ... 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 . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you left off. 78 Getting Started Turning off the...
.... ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it, including all open documents and programs to your internal storage ... 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 . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you left off. 78 Getting Started Turning off the...
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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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... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 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...
... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 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...
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... light blinks amber indicating the computer is in categories. Configuring Sleep mode options You can also specify an amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of these methods, you...
... light blinks amber indicating the computer is in categories. Configuring Sleep mode options You can also specify an amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of these methods, you...