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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 51 26
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 51 26
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... Computing 116 Toshiba's energy-saver design 116 Running the computer on battery power 116 Battery Notice 117 Power management 118 Using additional batteries 118 Charging batteries 119 Charging the main battery 119 Charging the RTC battery 120 Monitoring main battery power 121 Determining remaining battery power 123 What to do when the main battery runs low ...123 Setting battery alarms 124...
... Computing 116 Toshiba's energy-saver design 116 Running the computer on battery power 116 Battery Notice 117 Power management 118 Using additional batteries 118 Charging batteries 119 Charging the main battery 119 Charging the RTC battery 120 Monitoring main battery power 121 Determining remaining battery power 123 What to do when the main battery runs low ...123 Setting battery alarms 124...
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... conflict 212 A plan of action 212 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....213 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........214 Memory problems 216 Power and the batteries 217 Keyboard problems 219 Display problems 220 Disk drive problems 222 Optical drive problems 225 Sound system problems 226 PC Card problems 226 Printer problems...
... conflict 212 A plan of action 212 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....213 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........214 Memory problems 216 Power and the batteries 217 Keyboard problems 219 Display problems 220 Disk drive problems 222 Optical drive problems 225 Sound system problems 226 PC Card problems 226 Printer problems...
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 239 If you need further assistance 245 Before you contact Toshiba 245 Contacting Toshiba 246 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 247 Toshiba's worldwide offices 248 Appendix A: Hot Keys 250 Volume Mute 250 Password security 251 Without a password... 251 With a password 251 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 252 Power usage mode 253 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 239 If you need further assistance 245 Before you contact Toshiba 245 Contacting Toshiba 246 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 247 Toshiba's worldwide offices 248 Appendix A: Hot Keys 250 Volume Mute 250 Password security 251 Without a password... 251 With a password 251 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 252 Power usage mode 253 ...
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.... Do not turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never place a heavy object on the power again until you have taken the computer to...
.... Do not turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never place a heavy object on the power again until you have taken the computer to...
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NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 47. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Using your PC on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a ...power outlet (even if your PC is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is...
NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 47. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Using your PC on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a ...power outlet (even if your PC is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is...
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See "Setting up your software. Never pull on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. After starting your computer for the first time you may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or ... source Your computer requires power to operate. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 47 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 45.
See "Setting up your software. Never pull on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. After starting your computer for the first time you may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or ... source Your computer requires power to operate. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 47 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 45.
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... avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the PC. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your PC and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket to ensure a secure electrical connection. Be careful ... or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to do so may have been provided with your PC), or use the AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or...
... avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the PC. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your PC and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket to ensure a secure electrical connection. Be careful ... or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to do so may have been provided with your PC), or use the AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or...
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...could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main...the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to a live electrical outlet. See "Changing the main battery" on page 128 for information on the indicator panel glows green. 50 Getting Started Connecting to a ...
...could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main...the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to a live electrical outlet. See "Changing the main battery" on page 128 for information on the indicator panel glows green. 50 Getting Started Connecting to a ...
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... NOTE: When your computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to power the computer, ...you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select...
... NOTE: When your computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to power the computer, ...you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select...
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...) Opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on your screen display when you turn it on and begin using high-precision... computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
...) Opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on your screen display when you turn it on and begin using high-precision... computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
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... your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide...
... your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide...
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...). The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Front of computer Memory module slot cover (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main... battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128. 5 Close the display panel and turn off computer or Shut Down (depending on , begin at step 1;...
...). The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Front of computer Memory module slot cover (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main... battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128. 5 Close the display panel and turn off computer or Shut Down (depending on , begin at step 1;...
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... memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 55 to work. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 62. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the... battery. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up the computer. Removing a memory module If you are adding an extra memory module ...
... memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 55 to work. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 62. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the... battery. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up the computer. Removing a memory module If you are adding an extra memory module ...
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For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 128. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket clips. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you ... module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. If the...
For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 128. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket clips. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you ... module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. If the...
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... off . Options for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. It is off the computer: Turn Off or Shut Down, Hibernate, and Standby. If you are using Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP...
... off . Options for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. It is off the computer: Turn Off or Shut Down, Hibernate, and Standby. If you are using Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP...
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... mode shuts the computer down or turn off your computer, save your system settings so that, when you turn on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows®...; Since information 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 when restarting from turning off . Since Hibernation mode does not require power to shut down completely, but it first saves...
... mode shuts the computer down or turn off your computer, save your system settings so that, when you turn on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows®...; Since information 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 when restarting from turning off . Since Hibernation mode does not require power to shut down completely, but it first saves...
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... on using Standby, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ...10070; While in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your hard disk. If you can continue working from turning off the computer For information on how to use and configure Hibernation...
... on using Standby, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ...10070; While in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your hard disk. If you can continue working from turning off the computer For information on how to use and configure Hibernation...
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.... Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 131. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to keep your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing...Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Caring for your computer 93 Closing the display panel After you ...
.... Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 131. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to keep your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing...Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Caring for your computer 93 Closing the display panel After you ...
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... activated. Computing tips ❖ Save your work " on page 103 for details. 95 HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. If the network you are working, you will lose all work...
... activated. Computing tips ❖ Save your work " on page 103 for details. 95 HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. If the network you are working, you will lose all work...