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...,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by 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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
...,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by 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 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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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 110...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 110...
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34 Contents TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 158 Fingerprint utility limitations 158 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....158 Fingerprint Logon 159 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint ... system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk drive problems 178 Optical drive problems 180 Sound system problems 181 ExpressCard® problems 181 Printer problems...
34 Contents TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 158 Fingerprint utility limitations 158 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....158 Fingerprint Logon 159 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint ... system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk drive problems 178 Optical drive problems 180 Sound system problems 181 ExpressCard® problems 181 Printer problems...
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...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 conserve computer energy. 36 We recommend ...that you leave this computer to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is compliant, it is set... stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
...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 conserve computer energy. 36 We recommend ...that you leave this computer to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is compliant, it is set... stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
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... your computer in prime operating condition, protect your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖...
... your computer in prime operating condition, protect your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖...
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NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adaptor. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting ...up your computer Important information on your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode). Always make ...
NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adaptor. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting ...up your computer Important information on your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode). Always make ...
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...a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 operate. Always use ...cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer. 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.
...a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 operate. Always use ...cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer. 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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... provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. 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 charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer... to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white ...
... provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. 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 charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer... to recharge. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white ...
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... not force it beyond the point where 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 applications, power management settings, and features used. Do not press or push on the palm rest...
... not force it beyond the point where 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 applications, power management settings, and features used. Do not press or push on the palm rest...
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...you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if 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 an intrinsic characteristic of the many possible icons ...corresponding to all the features and icons described in this guide. Your display contains an extremely large number of the icons or switches shown on battery power. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. This information applies to all of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is ...
...you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if 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 an intrinsic characteristic of the many possible icons ...corresponding to all the features and icons described in this guide. Your display contains an extremely large number of the icons or switches shown on battery power. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. This information applies to all of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is ...
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... the Start menu. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The Shut Down menu appears. For information on removing the main...
... the Start menu. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The Shut Down menu appears. For information on removing the main...
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...not try to work. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 60. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on page 116.... Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page...
...not try to work. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 60. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on page 116.... Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page...
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...memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up that says, "Windows® needs your permission. To do this: 1 Click Start.... 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If unsure, cancel and try again. This is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). NOTE From time to work.
...memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up that says, "Windows® needs your permission. To do this: 1 Click Start.... 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If unsure, cancel and try again. This is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). NOTE From time to work.
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... into a power source (even though the computer is off) to turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. It is being accessed, you are using it for a while. 74 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive...
... into a power source (even though the computer is off) to turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. It is being accessed, you are using it for a while. 74 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive...
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... 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 disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts... Getting Started Turning off the computer 75 Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. ...
... 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 disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts... Getting Started Turning off the computer 75 Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. ...
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...including all open documents and programs to your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose... page 82. Be sure to save any open programs and files you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. 76 Getting Started Turning ...
...including all open documents and programs to your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose... page 82. Be sure to save any open programs and files you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. 76 Getting Started Turning ...
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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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... power button in the Start menu. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... power button in the Start menu. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
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... computer to be customized. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.
... computer to be customized. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.