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...Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. ...Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam
...Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. ...Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam
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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 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 27
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 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 27
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... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 111...
... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 111...
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... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems...
... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems...
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... to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is compliant, it is set to conserve computer...wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR...
... to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is compliant, it is set to conserve computer...wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR...
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Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature ... a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack.
Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature ... a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack.
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... needs to a power outlet (even if your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. 42 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 43 before adding external... all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer.
... needs to a power outlet (even if your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. 42 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 43 before adding external... all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer.
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...may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used...cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to follow ...
...may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used...cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to follow ...
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...from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power ...on your model. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Continuing to power the computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white or green...
...from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power ...on your model. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Continuing to power the computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white or green...
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... the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it.
... the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it.
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... the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. This information applies to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on the usage of the computer, the ...chassis, unless you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you may appear on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for the first time Small bright dots ...
... the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. This information applies to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on the usage of the computer, the ...chassis, unless you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you may appear on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for the first time Small bright dots ...
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... to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu.
... to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu.
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... page 51 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved.
... page 51 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved.
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up that says, "Windows® needs your permission. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, ... do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. If unsure, cancel and try again. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). NOTE From time to perform the action, click Continue;
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up that says, "Windows® needs your permission. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, ... do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. If unsure, cancel and try again. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). NOTE From time to perform the action, click Continue;
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...Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to where you are using it first saves the current state of the desktop to.... TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off your work, system settings, and current state of the computer to fully charge the main battery. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to memory, so that when you turn on the computer again, you will not be using the Shut...
...Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to where you are using it first saves the current state of the desktop to.... TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off your work, system settings, and current state of the computer to fully charge the main battery. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to memory, so that when you turn on the computer again, you will not be using the Shut...
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...mode" on page 80. Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. NOTE After your computer sleeps ... "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 78. For information on how to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your unsaved information will be lost. For information ...
...mode" on page 80. Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. NOTE After your computer sleeps ... "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 78. For information on how to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your unsaved information will be lost. For information ...
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Getting Started 77 Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down ...
Getting Started 77 Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down ...
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... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
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... time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. Getting Started 81 Turning off the computer Configuring Sleep...
... time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. Getting Started 81 Turning off the computer Configuring Sleep...
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NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep ...
NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep ...