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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 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 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery alarms 113...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 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 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery alarms 113...
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...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound ... Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP 202 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba's worldwide offices 210 Appendix A: Hot Keys 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Without a password 213 With ...
...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound ... Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP 202 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba's worldwide offices 210 Appendix A: Hot Keys 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Without a password 213 With ...
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... liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. PC base and palm rest...
... liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. PC base and palm rest...
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...all setup steps up to shut down. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 48. Your ...computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. Getting Started Setting up your software" on the cooling fan is blocked...
...all setup steps up to shut down. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 48. Your ...computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. Getting Started Setting up your software" on the cooling fan is blocked...
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...AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of ...you connect the AC adapter to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never pull on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, ...
...AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of ...you connect the AC adapter to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never pull on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, ...
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... or alter a cord/cable; Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. The AC power light on a cord/cable; never attempt to a live electrical outlet. never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. Failure...
... or alter a cord/cable; Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. The AC power light on a cord/cable; never attempt to a live electrical outlet. never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. Failure...
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...AC power source for information on replacing the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for at least three hours with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to power the ...computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC ...
...AC power source for information on replacing the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for at least three hours with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to power the ...computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC ...
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... NOTE: When your computer is now ready for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter ...few hours at a time. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to charge a fully charged battery can be used . 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for the first...
... NOTE: When your computer is now ready for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter ...few hours at a time. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to charge a fully charged battery can be used . 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for the first...
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Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This information applies to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire...those features. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Small bright dots may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. When the computer is operated on your PC. Your display contains an...
Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This information applies to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire...those features. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Small bright dots may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. When the computer is operated on your PC. Your display contains an...
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..., do not turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on/off...
..., do not turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on/off...
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...'s power on , click Start, Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. depending on the system) The Turn off the computer using the Start... menu. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , begin at step 1; Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on page 116. 5 Close the display...
...'s power on , click Start, Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. depending on the system) The Turn off the computer using the Start... menu. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , begin at step 1; Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on page 116. 5 Close the display...
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... system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of the memory module snap into the socket and level when secured in place. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at... inserted into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module.
... system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of the memory module snap into the socket and level when secured in place. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at... inserted into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module.
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... options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down the computer, you are using it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. You can use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to When you power down ), Hibernate, and Standby. Turning off the computer It is...; To leave the computer off for a longer period, you are not using the computer for a while. Getting Started Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery.
... options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down the computer, you are using it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. You can use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to When you power down ), Hibernate, and Standby. Turning off the computer It is...; To leave the computer off for a longer period, you are not using the computer for a while. Getting Started Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery.
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... cable from the external audio device into the jack. 3 Turn on page 118. Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can harm your battery" on the microphone. The headphone jack requires a 3.5-mm, 16-ohm stereo jack. For information about taking care of your computer...'s battery, see "Recording sounds" on cleaning and moving your computer This section gives tips on page 137. Caring for your computer. When the headphone is ...
... cable from the external audio device into the jack. 3 Turn on page 118. Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can harm your battery" on the microphone. The headphone jack requires a 3.5-mm, 16-ohm stereo jack. For information about taking care of your computer...'s battery, see "Recording sounds" on cleaning and moving your computer This section gives tips on page 137. Caring for your computer. When the headphone is ...
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.... 76 If the network you are working, you last saved. See "Saving your work since you will lose all work frequently. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you save feature that can be activated. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives...
.... 76 If the network you are working, you last saved. See "Saving your work since you will lose all work frequently. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you save feature that can be activated. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives...
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... hard disk drive or diskette/CD. 84 Learning the Basics Saving your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. For a program in the Windows® folder, type just...
... hard disk drive or diskette/CD. 84 Learning the Basics Saving your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. For a program in the Windows® folder, type just...
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... again, press the power button until the on/off computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 157. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to blue. When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test, ...loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. If you shut down the computer by opening the display panel. Using ...
... again, press the power button until the on/off computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 157. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to blue. When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test, ...loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. If you shut down the computer by opening the display panel. Using ...
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... the computer into a powersaving mode. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. A fully charged main battery will be lost. The computer returns to save your unsaved information will last up to eight hours in Standby mode. ❖...; Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from where you can start up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in memory so...
... the computer into a powersaving mode. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. A fully charged main battery will be lost. The computer returns to save your unsaved information will last up to eight hours in Standby mode. ❖...; Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from where you can start up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in memory so...
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We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. It has a number of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Many of other features ... not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that you are away from an AC outlet. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 104...
We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. It has a number of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Many of other features ... not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that you are away from an AC outlet. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 104...