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...computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 46 Installing additional memory (optional 47 Connecting a mouse 53 Connecting a printer 53 Connecting a USB printer ... limitations 58 Connecting an external diskette drive 59 Using an external keyboard 59 Connecting the AC adapter 60 Charging the battery 62 Using the computer for the first time 62 Opening the display panel 62 Turning on the power 63 Activating the...
...computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 46 Installing additional memory (optional 47 Connecting a mouse 53 Connecting a printer 53 Connecting a USB printer ... limitations 58 Connecting an external diskette drive 59 Using an external keyboard 59 Connecting the AC adapter 60 Charging the battery 62 Using the computer for the first time 62 Opening the display panel 62 Turning on the power 63 Activating the...
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... Going into Standby mode more quickly ......... 113 Starting again from Standby 116 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 117 Using additional batteries 118 Battery safety precautions 118 Maximizing battery life 119 Charging batteries 121 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 122 Monitoring battery power 122 Determining remaining...
... Going into Standby mode more quickly ......... 113 Starting again from Standby 116 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 117 Using additional batteries 118 Battery safety precautions 118 Maximizing battery life 119 Charging batteries 121 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 122 Monitoring battery power 122 Determining remaining...
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... 124 What to do when the battery runs low 124 Setting battery alarms 125 Changing the main battery 126 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 126 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 127 Inserting a charged battery 128 Disposing of used batteries safely 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 131...
... 124 What to do when the battery runs low 124 Setting battery alarms 125 Changing the main battery 126 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 126 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 127 Inserting a charged battery 128 Disposing of used batteries safely 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 131...
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21 Contents Power and the batteries 232 Keyboard problems 233 Display problems 234 Disk drive problems 236 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems 238 Sound system problems 246 ... Printer problems 250 Modem problems 251 Develop good computing habits 251 If you need further assistance 253 Before you call 253 Contacting Toshiba 253 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 255 Toshiba's worldwide offices 255 Appendix A: Hot Keys 258 Volume Mute 258 Instant password security 259 Without a password 259 With a password 259 Power usage...
21 Contents Power and the batteries 232 Keyboard problems 233 Display problems 234 Disk drive problems 236 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems 238 Sound system problems 246 ... Printer problems 250 Modem problems 251 Develop good computing habits 251 If you need further assistance 253 Before you call 253 Contacting Toshiba 253 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 255 Toshiba's worldwide offices 255 Appendix A: Hot Keys 258 Volume Mute 258 Instant password security 259 Without a password 259 With a password 259 Power usage...
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...does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being accessed. Doing so may damage the media in use . The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. It glows amber while the battery is being accessed. The hard disk drive light flashes green while the ... drive, the DVD-ROM or the DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is completely discharged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 122. It glows green when the battery is in use and result in Standby mode. The on/off light AC power light...
...does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being accessed. Doing so may damage the media in use . The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. It glows amber while the battery is being accessed. The hard disk drive light flashes green while the ... drive, the DVD-ROM or the DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is completely discharged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 122. It glows green when the battery is in use and result in Standby mode. The on/off light AC power light...
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Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Hard disk drive cover *For systems with Wi-Fi Battery cover Battery release latch The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (for detailed information. See "Accessing the wireless modules ...
Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Hard disk drive cover *For systems with Wi-Fi Battery cover Battery release latch The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (for detailed information. See "Accessing the wireless modules ...
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The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 126. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. 38 Finding Your Way Around Underside The modem cover protects the built-in modem. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available.
The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 126. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. 38 Finding Your Way Around Underside The modem cover protects the built-in modem. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available.
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... for viruses. If you can result in errors or instability in -use . 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you use it is reading from objects that gets into the computer's keyboard.
... for viruses. If you can result in errors or instability in -use . 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you use it is reading from objects that gets into the computer's keyboard.
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... for a moment while checking for an internet connection. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the battery, you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on your computer's modem must attach the AC adapter. NOTE: To register online, your software...
... for a moment while checking for an internet connection. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the battery, you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on your computer's modem must attach the AC adapter. NOTE: To register online, your software...
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The AC power light on the back of the computer. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter. 60 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer's batteries.
The AC power light on the back of the computer. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter. 60 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer's batteries.
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DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. There is a risk of , or apply heat to the power cable. Never remove the power plug .... Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 61 Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to unplug it. The AC power and battery lights glow. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. There is a risk of , or apply heat to the power cable. Never remove the power plug .... Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 61 Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to unplug it. The AC power and battery lights glow. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
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... longer to charge the battery when the computer is consuming, the faster the battery will charge. CAUTION: Once the battery is off for more information on battery use the battery to power the computer, you can damage the battery. It takes several hours to charge the battery when the computer is ...charged for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to charge a fully charged battery can charge the battery with the computer turned off light glows green and the battery light glows amber to show that it . For more than a few hours at a time. Using...
... longer to charge the battery when the computer is consuming, the faster the battery will charge. CAUTION: Once the battery is off for more information on battery use the battery to power the computer, you can damage the battery. It takes several hours to charge the battery when the computer is ...charged for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to charge a fully charged battery can charge the battery with the computer turned off light glows green and the battery light glows amber to show that it . For more than a few hours at a time. Using...
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For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer for the first time, don't turn off the computer while any drive is currently in use . The AC power light glows ... the operating system has loaded completely. The hard disk drive light flashes to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is connected to indicate that the hard disk drive...
For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer for the first time, don't turn off the computer while any drive is currently in use . The AC power light glows ... the operating system has loaded completely. The hard disk drive light flashes to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is connected to indicate that the hard disk drive...
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If you are using it for a longer period, power down the computer. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is on, don't turn on the computer again, you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off for a while. Doing so may damage your computer, ... first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to where you automatically return to fully charge the main battery. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your hard disk. For information about taking care of your computer...
If you are using it for a longer period, power down the computer. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is on, don't turn on the computer again, you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off for a while. Doing so may damage your computer, ... first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to where you automatically return to fully charge the main battery. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your hard disk. For information about taking care of your computer...
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...on page 125. This feature saves your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you when the battery is running low. See your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting battery alarms" on . Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. HINT: Some programs...This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. You will lose all unsaved work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you save feature that you can be configured to the disk.
...on page 125. This feature saves your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you when the battery is running low. See your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting battery alarms" on . Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. HINT: Some programs...This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. You will lose all unsaved work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you save feature that you can be configured to the disk.
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... want to work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. Check your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you return to work Before you have an automatic save your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer...Start menu. If you prefer to open the program first, you turn off the computer, save feature. NOTE: Save your programs' documentation to see "Setting battery alarms" on . 82 Learning the Basics Starting a program For information on how to program the button, see "Power Management" on page 143. To ...
... want to work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. Check your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you return to work Before you have an automatic save your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer...Start menu. If you prefer to open the program first, you turn off the computer, save feature. NOTE: Save your programs' documentation to see "Setting battery alarms" on . 82 Learning the Basics Starting a program For information on how to program the button, see "Power Management" on page 143. To ...
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Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is turned off. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, ...
Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is turned off. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, ...
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Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses the Turn Off command if you are not connected to memory and enters a low power mode ...
Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses the Turn Off command if you are not connected to memory and enters a low power mode ...
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... programs and files you left it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. Use it uses a little more time and battery power to start up the computer. But it when you were previously using . When you restart the computer, the computer runs a self-test, ... down option. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Standby mode, because information is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but it . Since Hibernation does not require power to...
... programs and files you left it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. Use it uses a little more time and battery power to start up the computer. But it when you were previously using . When you restart the computer, the computer runs a self-test, ... down option. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Standby mode, because information is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but it . Since Hibernation does not require power to...
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... system, or are using . Using Turn Off or Shut down If you left in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. NOTE: If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your computer could lose data. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and... battery power than either Turn Off, Shut down Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. The Turn off computer. Factors to save ...
... system, or are using . Using Turn Off or Shut down If you left in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. NOTE: If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your computer could lose data. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and... battery power than either Turn Off, Shut down Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. The Turn off computer. Factors to save ...