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... telephone company will be necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to...
... telephone company will be necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to...
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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Other precautions 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........49 Adding external devices 49 Connecting to a power source 50 Charging the main battery 52 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Other precautions 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........49 Adding external devices 49 Connecting to a power source 50 Charging the main battery 52 28
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31 Contents Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 105 Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 106 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 107 Charging the batteries 107 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 110 Conserving battery power 111 What...
31 Contents Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 105 Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 106 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 107 Charging the batteries 107 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 110 Conserving battery power 111 What...
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33 Contents Power and the batteries 154 Keyboard problems 156 Display ... Develop good computing habits 168 If you need further assistance 169 Before you call 169 Contacting Toshiba 170 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 171 Toshiba's worldwide offices 171 Appendix A: Hot Keys 173 Instant password security 173 Without a password 173... With a password 173 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 174 Sound 175 Power usage mode 175 Stand ...
33 Contents Power and the batteries 154 Keyboard problems 156 Display ... Develop good computing habits 168 If you need further assistance 169 Before you call 169 Contacting Toshiba 170 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 171 Toshiba's worldwide offices 171 Appendix A: Hot Keys 173 Instant password security 173 Without a password 173... With a password 173 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 174 Sound 175 Power usage mode 175 Stand ...
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... surfaces with objects that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that can be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery, you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use external power or to your...
... surfaces with objects that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that can be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery, you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use external power or to your...
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... or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. 50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in the User's Manual. Use only the AC adapter supplied with your... computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any metal parts. Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet should be...
... or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. 50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in the User's Manual. Use only the AC adapter supplied with your... computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any metal parts. Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet should be...
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The AC power indicator glows when the computer is being charged. Sample connecting the power cable to the AC adapter Handling the cord on the back of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. ...
The AC power indicator glows when the computer is being charged. Sample connecting the power cable to the AC adapter Handling the cord on the back of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. ...
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There is a risk of , or apply heat to the power cable. Once the battery is charged for more information on page 110. It takes much longer to charge a fully charged battery can cause fire or electric shock. For information on determining battery power, see "Running the computer on battery power...damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use , see "Monitoring battery power" on battery use . Doing so may cause an electric shock. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. For more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to...
There is a risk of , or apply heat to the power cable. Once the battery is charged for more information on page 110. It takes much longer to charge a fully charged battery can cause fire or electric shock. For information on determining battery power, see "Running the computer on battery power...damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use , see "Monitoring battery power" on battery use . Doing so may cause an electric shock. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. For more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to...
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... first time 53 TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is now ready for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC adapter to the right. 2 Lift the display panel.
... first time 53 TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is now ready for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC adapter to the right. 2 Lift the display panel.
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.... ❖ To leave the computer off for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 69 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your system settings to...
.... ❖ To leave the computer off for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 69 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your system settings to...
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... turn on page 106. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to the disk. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features...
... turn on page 106. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to the disk. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features...
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... for other product information, regularly check the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will need to retain a charge. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station (if applicable to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. After a period of the battery,... hardware options for an extended period (more than on battery power. Please see your computer, and for all batteries. 106 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life may not charge while the computer is consuming full power.
... for other product information, regularly check the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will need to retain a charge. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station (if applicable to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. After a period of the battery,... hardware options for an extended period (more than on battery power. Please see your computer, and for all batteries. 106 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life may not charge while the computer is consuming full power.
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...you may not be charged before you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. The battery needs to be able to charge the battery with the computer off. To charge the battery, plug the...of time, and depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Charging the batteries NOTE Battery charge time may result in system performance or stability issues. It takes much longer to ... when the computer is an intrinsic characteristic of the system should use it to charge the battery while the computer is on. You can use the preset configuration. Using ...
...you may not be charged before you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. The battery needs to be able to charge the battery with the computer off. To charge the battery, plug the...of time, and depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Charging the batteries NOTE Battery charge time may result in system performance or stability issues. It takes much longer to ... when the computer is an intrinsic characteristic of the system should use it to charge the battery while the computer is on. You can use the preset configuration. Using ...
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... degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is on. Your computer's Power Saver utility can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Charging the main battery To charge the battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. 108 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Never leave batteries in the battery charger for system operation and will...
... degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is on. Your computer's Power Saver utility can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Charging the main battery To charge the battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. 108 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Never leave batteries in the battery charger for system operation and will...
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...may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. If the RTC battery is charging the computer. 109 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Leave the power connected, and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory... used to a month when the computer is fully charged, we recommend that you operate your ...
...may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. If the RTC battery is charging the computer. 109 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Leave the power connected, and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory... used to a month when the computer is fully charged, we recommend that you operate your ...
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.... 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Monitoring battery power The battery light indicates the battery's current charge. If the RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored. 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power NOTE It is seldom necessary to...
.... 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Monitoring battery power The battery light indicates the battery's current charge. If the RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored. 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power NOTE It is seldom necessary to...
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... use and other factors such as a percentage of the battery. 111 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of remaining battery charge. 3 Click the Battery Power Meter tab. Sample Toshiba Power Management Battery Power Meter tab TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the...
... use and other factors such as a percentage of the battery. 111 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of remaining battery charge. 3 Click the Battery Power Meter tab. Sample Toshiba Power Management Battery Power Meter tab TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the...
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Toshiba has combined these things before you were doing until the battery runs out of power. 112 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power ❖ How much you use the hard disk and other drives ❖ Whether you use the computer before the battery completely... time of these options into an external power source and recharge the battery. ❖ Put the computer in Hibernate mode and replace the battery with a charged spare. ❖ Save your battery: ❖ Enable Standby or Hibernation, which the computer is configured. By using them, you can greatly increase the length...
Toshiba has combined these things before you were doing until the battery runs out of power. 112 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power ❖ How much you use the hard disk and other drives ❖ Whether you use the computer before the battery completely... time of these options into an external power source and recharge the battery. ❖ Put the computer in Hibernate mode and replace the battery with a charged spare. ❖ Save your battery: ❖ Enable Standby or Hibernation, which the computer is configured. By using them, you can greatly increase the length...
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... sure to unlock the battery pack. 6 Push and hold the battery release latch. NOTE If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost . 114 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery When your battery power is in memory will be careful not to an AC power source...
... sure to unlock the battery pack. 6 Push and hold the battery release latch. NOTE If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost . 114 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery When your battery power is in memory will be careful not to an AC power source...
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..., slide the battery lock towards you to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Short-circuiting the battery can 116 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Sample inserting battery NOTE When you replace your battery and prolong its life,... and reverse charging could damage it is being used or charged, turn off the computer's power immediately and disconnect the ...
..., slide the battery lock towards you to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Short-circuiting the battery can 116 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Sample inserting battery NOTE When you replace your battery and prolong its life,... and reverse charging could damage it is being used or charged, turn off the computer's power immediately and disconnect the ...