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.../Regions 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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
.../Regions 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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28
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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...111 Setting battery notifications 111...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...111 Setting battery notifications 111...
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Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something ... hardware conflict 166 A plan of action 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 171 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........173 Optical drive problems 175 Sound system problems ... Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191
Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something ... hardware conflict 166 A plan of action 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 171 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........173 Optical drive problems 175 Sound system problems ... Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191
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With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system ...® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 35 Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. If the model you leave this ... and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power...
With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system ...® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 35 Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. If the model you leave this ... and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power...
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... liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water,...than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of travel. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire,...
... liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water,...than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of travel. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire,...
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...your computer on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" on... fan location will vary depending on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. Getting Started 43 Setting up your software" ...
...your computer on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" on... fan location will vary depending on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. Getting Started 43 Setting up your software" ...
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..., and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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) has been fully inserted into the ...to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to ensure a secure electrical connection. Be careful if...
..., and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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) has been fully inserted into the ...to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to ensure a secure electrical connection. Be careful if...
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... time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main... battery pack. After that, the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the power ...
... time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main... battery pack. After that, the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the power ...
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... not force it beyond the point where it . 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to...
... not force it beyond the point where it . 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to...
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...turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing ...features and specifications Certain computer chassis are designed to all the features and icons described in this guide. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not have selected all optical drives are empty. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. 50...
...turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing ...features and specifications Certain computer chassis are designed to all the features and icons described in this guide. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not have selected all optical drives are empty. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. 50...
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Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the ...cover The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 115. 5 Close the...
Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the ...cover The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 115. 5 Close the...
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... computer turned on page 117. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. The computer could hang up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main...
... computer turned on page 117. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. The computer could hang up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main...
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...then System. NOTE From time to perform the action, click Continue; otherwise, click Cancel. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or.... Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "...
...then System. NOTE From time to perform the action, click Continue; otherwise, click Cancel. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or.... Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "...
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... have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive-in order to upgrade your work. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use...
... have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive-in order to upgrade your work. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use...
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...mode" on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically return to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it...computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Since Hibernation mode does ...
...mode" on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically return to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it...computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Since Hibernation mode does ...
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... in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you were using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you power down using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. For information on page... restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to the mode in which you will lose data...
... in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you were using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you power down using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. For information on page... restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to the mode in which you will lose data...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... on the Hibernation options set separately for the options you can start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the 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...
... on the Hibernation options set separately for the options you can start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the 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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... Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan 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. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.
... Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan 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. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.