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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 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 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 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 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 28
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... Using additional batteries 104 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 109 Conserving battery power 110 Power Plans 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing...
... Using additional batteries 104 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 109 Conserving battery power 110 Power Plans 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing...
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... choose your background, and then click Next. 5 Click the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows Automatically screen. 6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer. Getting Started 43 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must...
... choose your background, and then click Next. 5 Click the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows Automatically screen. 6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer. Getting Started 43 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must...
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...plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket to the computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use the AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or... a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Failure to operate. Be careful if you use of an incompatible AC adaptor or battery charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
...plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket to the computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use the AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or... a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Failure to operate. Be careful if you use of an incompatible AC adaptor or battery charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
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...at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. 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 time to ...
...at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. 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 time to ...
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48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is now ready for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. Using the computer for the first time The computer is using it. Your computer's Power ... features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for you to slowly open or close the display panel. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the palm rest to run applications, features, and devices. Do not press or push on and begin using ...
48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is now ready for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. Using the computer for the first time The computer is using it. Your computer's Power ... features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for you to slowly open or close the display panel. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the palm rest to run applications, features, and devices. Do not press or push on and begin using ...
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... or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration...
... or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration...
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... commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to the mode in which you power down the computer without saving your work first. If you left.... ❖ Because the state of the computer. Factors to save any open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Using the Shut Down command The Shut Down command completely shuts down using Sleep, see "...
... commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to the mode in which you power down the computer without saving your work first. If you left.... ❖ Because the state of the computer. Factors to save any open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Using the Shut Down command The Shut Down command completely shuts down using Sleep, see "...
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... a separate backup copy. 85 It is easy to put off backing up your file to reconnect, or your work frequently. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in a safe place. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer...
... a separate backup copy. 85 It is easy to put off backing up your file to reconnect, or your work frequently. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in a safe place. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer...
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... batteries designed to retain a charge. If the computer is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. Battery Notice Battery life may shorten the life of individual components. Published battery life numbers are away from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba...
... batteries designed to retain a charge. If the computer is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. Battery Notice Battery life may shorten the life of individual components. Published battery life numbers are away from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba...
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... to work for up to these settings may result in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. For more information about Windows® power plans, see accessories.toshiba.com. Changes to a month while the computer is turned off , even when AC power... with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is powered on. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. For more information on batteries and accessories, see "Power...
... to work for up to these settings may result in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. For more information about Windows® power plans, see accessories.toshiba.com. Changes to a month while the computer is turned off , even when AC power... with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is powered on. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. For more information on batteries and accessories, see "Power...
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... you operate your computer is using all of the power provided by Toshiba. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. Mobile Computing Charging batteries 105 Charging batteries The battery needs to be used . Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to recharge. TECHNICAL...
... you operate your computer is using all of the power provided by Toshiba. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. Mobile Computing Charging batteries 105 Charging batteries The battery needs to be used . Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to recharge. TECHNICAL...
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..., a warning prompts you to a month when the computer is powered off even when the AC adaptor is on. The RTC battery charges when the computer is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working . The...clock. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it maintains this information for 24 hours. The RTC battery may vary by computer model. When fully charged, it charges while the computer is charging the computer. 106 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time ...
..., a warning prompts you to a month when the computer is powered off even when the AC adaptor is on. The RTC battery charges when the computer is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working . The...clock. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it maintains this information for 24 hours. The RTC battery may vary by computer model. When fully charged, it charges while the computer is charging the computer. 106 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time ...
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... Monitoring main battery power 107 Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected). ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the...
... Monitoring main battery power 107 Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected). ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the...
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... message displays the remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. 108 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Power button System Indicator Lights Bridge media light Wireless light AC power light Hard disk drive light On/off light Battery light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait...
... message displays the remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. 108 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Power button System Indicator Lights Bridge media light Wireless light AC power light Hard disk drive light On/off light Battery light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait...
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...; Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to an optional high capacity battery (if available for your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn... at low temperatures. For more information on using Hibernation, see "Hibernation mode" on your remaining charge frequently if you do not manage to do any of remaining battery power has been reached. You can also set how the warning occurs: sound an alarm, display a message, both...
...; Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to an optional high capacity battery (if available for your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn... at low temperatures. For more information on using Hibernation, see "Hibernation mode" on your remaining charge frequently if you do not manage to do any of remaining battery power has been reached. You can also set how the warning occurs: sound an alarm, display a message, both...
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... tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 Configure the alarm settings to be customized. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your needs. 110 Mobile...
... tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 Configure the alarm settings to be customized. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your needs. 110 Mobile...
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... leaking or its case is cracked, put on page 113. 5 Restart the computer. Always dispose of the charged battery with reverse polarity. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery 3 Turn the computer right side up. 4 Reconnect any cables that were removed in serious injury. Put insulating tape, ... in step 3 of "Removing the battery from the computer" on protective gloves to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Failure to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until both latchs click. The battery pack has been designed so that you...
... leaking or its case is cracked, put on page 113. 5 Restart the computer. Always dispose of the charged battery with reverse polarity. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery 3 Turn the computer right side up. 4 Reconnect any cables that were removed in serious injury. Put insulating tape, ... in step 3 of "Removing the battery from the computer" on protective gloves to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Failure to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until both latchs click. The battery pack has been designed so that you...
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... via software, or follow the steps if your mouse on an area where you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Your computer may occur when you turn on the computer 5 Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received...
... via software, or follow the steps if your mouse on an area where you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Your computer may occur when you turn on the computer 5 Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received...
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... operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power see "Charging batteries" on . A keypad overlay may be defective or incompatible with the computer. The computer will restart and recognize the device. 186 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. You have gone into effect. Press any...
... operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power see "Charging batteries" on . A keypad overlay may be defective or incompatible with the computer. The computer will restart and recognize the device. 186 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. You have gone into effect. Press any...