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... 53 Setting up your computer 55 Setting up your software 55 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 56 Adding external devices 56 Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive 57 Connecting to a power source 57 Charging the main battery 60 Using the computer for the first time 61 Opening the display panel 61...
... 53 Setting up your computer 55 Setting up your software 55 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 56 Adding external devices 56 Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive 57 Connecting to a power source 57 Charging the main battery 60 Using the computer for the first time 61 Opening the display panel 61...
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... Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 121 Battery Notice 122 Power management 122 Charging the battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 Determining remaining battery power 126 Conserving battery power 127 What to do when the battery runs low 127 Setting battery alarms 128 Changing the main...
... Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 121 Battery Notice 122 Power management 122 Charging the battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 Determining remaining battery power 126 Conserving battery power 127 What to do when the battery runs low 127 Setting battery alarms 128 Changing the main...
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...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 213 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory module problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 219 Display problems 220 Disk drive problems 222 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 224 Sound system problems 225...Modem problems 230 Develop good computing habits 230 If you need further assistance 231 Before you call 232 Contacting Toshiba 232 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 233 Toshiba's worldwide offices 234 Appendix A: Hot Keys 237 Volume Mute 237 Instant password security 237 Power usage mode...
...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 213 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory module problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 219 Display problems 220 Disk drive problems 222 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 224 Sound system problems 225...Modem problems 230 Develop good computing habits 230 If you need further assistance 231 Before you call 232 Contacting Toshiba 232 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 233 Toshiba's worldwide offices 234 Appendix A: Hot Keys 237 Volume Mute 237 Instant password security 237 Power usage mode...
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... in the AC adapter for cabling and connectors. The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to your computer" on external power or charging the battery. DEFINITION: USB is being exchanged between the computer and the LAN (local area network). The S-video port allows you to connect USB peripherals to play...
... in the AC adapter for cabling and connectors. The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to your computer" on external power or charging the battery. DEFINITION: USB is being exchanged between the computer and the LAN (local area network). The S-video port allows you to connect USB peripherals to play...
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It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is fully charged. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to play a CD or DVD. If you have set a password for logging ... log on before being charged. The on/off light glows green when the computer is playing. It glows green when the battery is completely discharged. It glows amber while the battery is in Standby mode. The light flashes amber when the computer is being able to an external power source. The audio...
It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is fully charged. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to play a CD or DVD. If you have set a password for logging ... log on before being charged. The on/off light glows green when the computer is playing. It glows green when the battery is completely discharged. It glows amber while the battery is in Standby mode. The light flashes amber when the computer is being able to an external power source. The audio...
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Finding Your Way Around Underside 47 The stop/eject button stops a disc that is the computer's permanent data storage device. If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you will need to log on before being able to eject the disc. Press the button again to play a CD or DVD. Underside CPU cooling fan Battery pack Hard disk drive Battery release latch The hard disk drive is currently playing.
Finding Your Way Around Underside 47 The stop/eject button stops a disc that is the computer's permanent data storage device. If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you will need to log on before being able to eject the disc. Press the button again to play a CD or DVD. Underside CPU cooling fan Battery pack Hard disk drive Battery release latch The hard disk drive is currently playing.
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... surfaces with objects that can block the air intake, preventing air from the computer case. The battery pack contains the battery. The battery release latch secures the battery to run at a temperature suitable for optimum performance by the cooling fan. Do not use the computer on page 129. If the fan is not ... prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the cooling fan's air intake is blocked, it could cause the CPU to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from reaching the CPU. The fan draws in by drawing outside air into the computer.
... surfaces with objects that can block the air intake, preventing air from the computer case. The battery pack contains the battery. The battery release latch secures the battery to run at a temperature suitable for optimum performance by the cooling fan. Do not use the computer on page 129. If the fan is not ... prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the cooling fan's air intake is blocked, it could cause the CPU to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from reaching the CPU. The fan draws in by drawing outside air into the computer.
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...steps to set up your software The names of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on -screen instructions to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and ...click Next. 3 Follow the on the desktop. Getting Started Setting up your computer 55 Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery ...
...steps to set up your software The names of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on -screen instructions to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and ...click Next. 3 Follow the on the desktop. Getting Started Setting up your computer 55 Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery ...
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... "Using diskettes" on page 191) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to charge the computer's battery.
... "Using diskettes" on page 191) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to charge the computer's battery.
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.... Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on page 121. Doing so may cause an electric shock. It takes several hours to charge the battery while the computer is live, the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug ...overheats, discontinue use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on top of electric shock. Continuing to the power cable. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with the computer off for the...
.... Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on page 121. Doing so may cause an electric shock. It takes several hours to charge the battery while the computer is live, the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug ...overheats, discontinue use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on top of electric shock. Continuing to the power cable. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with the computer off for the...
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Using the computer for the first time 61 TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power. Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. Opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift the display panel.
Using the computer for the first time 61 TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power. Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. Opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift the display panel.
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... light on the system indicator panel is on , click Next. Depending on your program, you are using it for a while. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is a good idea to power off your computer when you may damage your system settings to the hard disk so that, when you... have work in progress and if you to print. The Windows® XP operating system uses the Shut down command to fully charge the main battery. You are not connected to a network, use the Hibernate command to save your hard disk. If you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off...
... light on the system indicator panel is on , click Next. Depending on your program, you are using it for a while. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is a good idea to power off your computer when you may damage your system settings to the hard disk so that, when you... have work in progress and if you to print. The Windows® XP operating system uses the Shut down command to fully charge the main battery. You are not connected to a network, use the Hibernate command to save your hard disk. If you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off...
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... shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. 80 Getting Started Caring for your computer For more information, see "Running the computer on... battery power" on page 121. Moving the computer Before moving your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on page 102. Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your...
... shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. 80 Getting Started Caring for your computer For more information, see "Running the computer on... battery power" on page 121. Moving the computer Before moving your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on page 102. Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your...
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Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to warn you save feature which you are working. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save ... documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you when the battery is running low. Your work frequently.
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to warn you save feature which you are working. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save ... documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you when the battery is running low. Your work frequently.
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Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be configured to warn you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the ... the computer, save feature. Always save : ❖ A file you are using the Standby command. HINT: To make another copy of the file you when the battery is running low, see "Windows® XP file system" on page 138. For information on how to a hard disk drive or a diskette. 88 Learning the...
Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be configured to warn you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the ... the computer, save feature. Always save : ❖ A file you are using the Standby command. HINT: To make another copy of the file you when the battery is running low, see "Windows® XP file system" on page 138. For information on how to a hard disk drive or a diskette. 88 Learning the...
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... Professional operating system uses the Shut down uses the most efficient mode if you were previously using. Restart command Restart is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. This is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but it when you are a member of the...
... Professional operating system uses the Shut down uses the most efficient mode if you were previously using. Restart command Restart is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. This is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but it when you are a member of the...
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...Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode for an extended period, your computer is left it uses a little more time and battery power to the state in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you were using. 104 Learning the... to start up than the Standby mode, because information is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down or Hibernation. Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode.
...Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode for an extended period, your computer is left it uses a little more time and battery power to the state in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you were using. 104 Learning the... to start up than the Standby mode, because information is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down or Hibernation. Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode.
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... Start, Turn off computer. The Shut Down window appears. Using Turn Off or Shut down using . If you were using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your work often. 105 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down .
... Start, Turn off computer. The Shut Down window appears. Using Turn Off or Shut down using . If you were using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your work often. 105 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down .
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107 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Select the listed power option you desire-for the option you would click Details in the same section as the power option you selected the Normal option, the Normal Properties window appears. If you selected. If you selected Normal, you selected appears. The properties window for example, Normal in the "Running on batteries" section. 5 Click Details in the "Running on batteries" section.
107 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Select the listed power option you desire-for the option you would click Details in the same section as the power option you selected the Normal option, the Normal Properties window appears. If you selected. If you selected Normal, you selected appears. The properties window for example, Normal in the "Running on batteries" section. 5 Click Details in the "Running on batteries" section.
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... Using Hibernation ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Power Off if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you can put the computer into Hibernation in more than one of the following: ❖... to green. The Set the range window appears. Sample Set the range window with settings here. Using Hibernation When Hibernation is enabled, you are using battery power or outlet power. 10 Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window. 11 Click OK to close the...
... Using Hibernation ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Power Off if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you can put the computer into Hibernation in more than one of the following: ❖... to green. The Set the range window appears. Sample Set the range window with settings here. Using Hibernation When Hibernation is enabled, you are using battery power or outlet power. 10 Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window. 11 Click OK to close the...