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... the ampere rating of the cord if you are some ways to take care of your battery pack Here are using an extension cord. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If any of used batteries according to "Troubleshooting my computer" on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment... 3, 2001 10:57 AM v but pull on page 75. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Power off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with water. Please refer to local regulations. Taking care of your...
... the ampere rating of the cord if you are some ways to take care of your battery pack Here are using an extension cord. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If any of used batteries according to "Troubleshooting my computer" on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment... 3, 2001 10:57 AM v but pull on page 75. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Power off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with water. Please refer to local regulations. Taking care of your...
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... Adjusting the volume 26 Using the Audio DJ feature 26 Securing your computer 27 Security notch 27 Passwords 27 2 Operating on battery power 29 Battery pack 31 Battery pack characteristics 31 Installing and removing the battery pack 31 Charging the battery 33 Checking the battery level 33 Optimizing battery life 33 Battery-low warning 34 Power management 36
... Adjusting the volume 26 Using the Audio DJ feature 26 Securing your computer 27 Security notch 27 Passwords 27 2 Operating on battery power 29 Battery pack 31 Battery pack characteristics 31 Installing and removing the battery pack 31 Charging the battery 33 Checking the battery level 33 Optimizing battery life 33 Battery-low warning 34 Power management 36
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... 40 External pointing device 40 Printer 41 Audio devices 42 Expansion devices 43 PC Card slots 43 USB 44 IEEE 1394 45 Miscellaneous options 46 Battery pack 46 AC adapter 46 Key component upgrades 47 Memory upgrade 47 Hard disk upgrade 49 4 Moving with your computer 51 Disconnecting from the desktop...
... 40 External pointing device 40 Printer 41 Audio devices 42 Expansion devices 43 PC Card slots 43 USB 44 IEEE 1394 45 Miscellaneous options 46 Battery pack 46 AC adapter 46 Key component upgrades 47 Memory upgrade 47 Hard disk upgrade 49 4 Moving with your computer 51 Disconnecting from the desktop...
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Press and hold to release the battery latch. 3 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. TMa550.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 8 Bottom view 1 Getting familiar with your computer # Item 1 Hard disk bay 2 Battery release button Description Houses the computer's hard disk.
Press and hold to release the battery latch. 3 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. TMa550.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 8 Bottom view 1 Getting familiar with your computer # Item 1 Hard disk bay 2 Battery release button Description Houses the computer's hard disk.
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... • All-in-one memory upgrade slot • Large LCD display with adjustable video memory • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk • Lithium-Ion battery pack • Power management system • DualView capability • Simultaneous LCD and CRT display Multimedia • 16-bit high-fidelity stereo audio with the user...
... • All-in-one memory upgrade slot • Large LCD display with adjustable video memory • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk • Lithium-Ion battery pack • Power management system • DualView capability • Simultaneous LCD and CRT display Multimedia • 16-bit high-fidelity stereo audio with the user...
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... 6 to 74 percent full. Note: Battery gauge icon is fully charged. Battery temperature is critically-low. Battery is being accessed. Battery is 31 to 30 percent full, and battery is running on AC power. Battery is 75 to let the battery cool down your work and shut down . Note: ...drive/ Hard disk activity Floppy drive activity PC Card activity AC power Battery charge Battery full Battery gauge 13 Description CD or DVD drive or hard disk is being charged. PC Card is running low. Battery is being accessed. Computer is being accessed. Floppy drive is not ...
... 6 to 74 percent full. Note: Battery gauge icon is fully charged. Battery temperature is critically-low. Battery is being accessed. Battery is 31 to 30 percent full, and battery is running on AC power. Battery is 75 to let the battery cool down your work and shut down . Note: ...drive/ Hard disk activity Floppy drive activity PC Card activity AC power Battery charge Battery full Battery gauge 13 Description CD or DVD drive or hard disk is being charged. PC Card is running low. Battery is being accessed. Computer is being accessed. Floppy drive is not ...
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This chapter contains the information you need to know to operate the computer on how your computer manages and saves power. It also includes information on battery power. TMa550.book Page 30 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM The computer operates on AC or battery power.
This chapter contains the information you need to know to operate the computer on how your computer manages and saves power. It also includes information on battery power. TMa550.book Page 30 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM The computer operates on AC or battery power.
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... AC adapter connected to the computer; TMa550.book Page 31 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 31 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that you have an extra fully-charged battery pack available as backup. If the computer is advisable to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above...being used for the first time, follow these steps: 1 Connect the AC adapter to a power source and to the computer and fully recharge the battery. 2 Disconnect the adapter to be stored for more than two weeks, we suggest you travel or during a power failure. Warning! otherwise, turn off...
... AC adapter connected to the computer; TMa550.book Page 31 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 31 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that you have an extra fully-charged battery pack available as backup. If the computer is advisable to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above...being used for the first time, follow these steps: 1 Connect the AC adapter to a power source and to the computer and fully recharge the battery. 2 Disconnect the adapter to be stored for more than two weeks, we suggest you travel or during a power failure. Warning! otherwise, turn off...
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TMa550.book Page 32 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 32 2 Operating on battery power To install a battery pack: 1 Place the battery pack into the battery bay, connector-end first. 2 Press down on the battery pack until you hear the battery latch click in place. To remove the battery pack: 1 Press and hold the battery release button. 2 Slide the battery release latch to unlatch the battery pack. 3 Pull up the battery pack to remove it.
TMa550.book Page 32 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 32 2 Operating on battery power To install a battery pack: 1 Place the battery pack into the battery bay, connector-end first. 2 Press down on the battery pack until you hear the battery latch click in place. To remove the battery pack: 1 Press and hold the battery release button. 2 Slide the battery release latch to unlatch the battery pack. 3 Pull up the battery pack to remove it.
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... the AC adapter plugged in, the computer also charges the battery pack if installed. Note: We suggest that you get the most out of your battery. Checking the battery level Using the Windows battery meter The Windows battery meter indicates the present battery level. Optimizing battery life prolongs the charge/recharge cycle and improves recharge efficiency. Simply...
... the AC adapter plugged in, the computer also charges the battery pack if installed. Note: We suggest that you get the most out of your battery. Checking the battery level Using the Windows battery meter The Windows battery meter indicates the present battery level. Optimizing battery life prolongs the charge/recharge cycle and improves recharge efficiency. Simply...
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... of the preface. TMa550.book Page 34 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 34 2 Operating on battery power • Use the AC adapter whenever possible so that the battery is reserved for battery packs ranges from the slot when it is cut off during Standby mode. See "Others" on -the-... extra power. Connect the AC adapter to the computer as soon as you operate the computer on battery power, pay extra attention to 30 degrees Celsius. The constant trickle charge maintains the battery level to this through the BIOS Setup Utility. The higher the storage temperature, the faster the...
... of the preface. TMa550.book Page 34 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 34 2 Operating on battery power • Use the AC adapter whenever possible so that the battery is reserved for battery packs ranges from the slot when it is cut off during Standby mode. See "Others" on -the-... extra power. Connect the AC adapter to the computer as soon as you operate the computer on battery power, pay extra attention to 30 degrees Celsius. The constant trickle charge maintains the battery level to this through the BIOS Setup Utility. The higher the storage temperature, the faster the...
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... available 1. Save all necessary files. 3. Replace the battery pack. 5. Power off the computer if you encounter a battery-low condition. TMa550.book Page 35 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 35 The following table shows the recommended course of action ...to take when you wish to the computer. 2. Exit the application. 3. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery rapidly. Save all necessary files. 2. AC adapter or power outlet not available 1. Exit the application. 3. Power off the computer. Resume work . Power ...
... available 1. Save all necessary files. 3. Replace the battery pack. 5. Power off the computer if you encounter a battery-low condition. TMa550.book Page 35 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 35 The following table shows the recommended course of action ...to take when you wish to the computer. 2. Exit the application. 3. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery rapidly. Save all necessary files. 2. AC adapter or power outlet not available 1. Exit the application. 3. Power off the computer. Resume work . Power ...
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... same time. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. TMa550.book Page 36 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 36 2 Operating on battery power Power management This computer has a built-in order to the computer. ACPI enables Windows to control the amount of these devices in power management...
... same time. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. TMa550.book Page 36 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 36 2 Operating on battery power Power management This computer has a built-in order to the computer. ACPI enables Windows to control the amount of these devices in power management...
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The Li-ion battery, coupled with the power management features of your computer, supplies you do not need to carry it from the office to your computer. AC adapter The compact AC adapter charges your battery pack and supplies power to have a spare battery around, especially when you travel. You can order a spare AC adapter so you with more power on-the-go. TMa550.book Page 46 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 46 Miscellaneous options 3 Peripherals and options Battery pack It is a good practice to your home or destination.
The Li-ion battery, coupled with the power management features of your computer, supplies you do not need to carry it from the office to your computer. AC adapter The compact AC adapter charges your battery pack and supplies power to have a spare battery around, especially when you travel. You can order a spare AC adapter so you with more power on-the-go. TMa550.book Page 46 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 46 Miscellaneous options 3 Peripherals and options Battery pack It is a good practice to your home or destination.
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... Dual Inline Memory Module). Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Note: Contact your authorized dealer if you need increased performance. Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. TMa550.book Page 47 Wednesday...
... Dual Inline Memory Module). Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Note: Contact your authorized dealer if you need increased performance. Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. TMa550.book Page 47 Wednesday...
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..., for 2 1/2 hours under most circumstances. If your meeting is not fully charged, you may want to bring to short meetings A fully charged battery runs the computer for example, from your office desk to a meeting room. What to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer... in the meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving within the building. If the meeting will last longer than 2 1/2 hours or if your battery is shorter than the computer. TMa550.book Page 54 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 54 4 Moving with your computer Moving around when you...
..., for 2 1/2 hours under most circumstances. If your meeting is not fully charged, you may want to bring to short meetings A fully charged battery runs the computer for example, from your office desk to a meeting room. What to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer... in the meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving within the building. If the meeting will last longer than 2 1/2 hours or if your battery is shorter than the computer. TMa550.book Page 54 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 54 4 Moving with your computer Moving around when you...
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...a metal detector. • Avoid exposing floppy disks to turn on luggage. • If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Be sure the battery in the computer is charged. TMa550.book Page 57 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 57 Traveling with you: • AC adapter • Spare..., fully charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for instance, from your office...
...a metal detector. • Avoid exposing floppy disks to turn on luggage. • If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Be sure the battery in the computer is charged. TMa550.book Page 57 Wednesday, October 3, 2001 10:57 AM 57 Traveling with you: • AC adapter • Spare..., fully charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for instance, from your office...
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... country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as when traveling with the computer. In addition, these tips are traveling • Spare, fully charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you are useful when traveling internationally. • When traveling in . What to bring with you Bring the following...
... country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as when traveling with the computer. In addition, these tips are traveling • Spare, fully charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you are useful when traveling internationally. • When traveling in . What to bring with you Bring the following...
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Main System Devices Security Low Battery Alarm: Panel Close Alarm: System Beep: Installed O/S: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Win98/Me/2K/XP] Others Boot ...parameter. 6 When you are the default and suggested parameter settings. Others The Others screen contains various parameter settings. Parameter Low Battery Alarm Panel Close Alarm System Beep Description Determines whether or not the system will alarm when the display cover is low. Settings... or Disabled Options: Enabled or Disabled Determines whether or not the system will alarm when the battery power is closed.
Main System Devices Security Low Battery Alarm: Panel Close Alarm: System Beep: Installed O/S: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Win98/Me/2K/XP] Others Boot ...parameter. 6 When you are the default and suggested parameter settings. Others The Others screen contains various parameter settings. Parameter Low Battery Alarm Panel Close Alarm System Beep Description Determines whether or not the system will alarm when the display cover is low. Settings... or Disabled Options: Enabled or Disabled Determines whether or not the system will alarm when the battery power is closed.
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... check if a non-bootable (non-system) diskette is in properly to the computer and to the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged in the floppy drive. This will diagnose your system and make necessary fixes. Press any .... Then click on . The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. Insert the startup disk you are running on battery power, it may be too low. Press the display toggle hot key Fn-F5 to toggle the display back to restart the system. I press ...
... check if a non-bootable (non-system) diskette is in properly to the computer and to the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged in the floppy drive. This will diagnose your system and make necessary fixes. Press any .... Then click on . The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. Insert the startup disk you are running on battery power, it may be too low. Press the display toggle hot key Fn-F5 to toggle the display back to restart the system. I press ...