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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 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Using the main battery 51 26
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 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Using the main battery 51 26
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... Toshiba's energy-saver design 116 Running the computer on battery power 116 Battery Notice 117 Power management 118 Using additional batteries 118 Charging batteries 119 Charging the main battery 119 Charging the RTC battery 120 Monitoring main battery power 121 Determining remaining main battery power ....123 What to do when the main battery runs low ...124 Setting battery alarms 125 Conserving battery...
... Toshiba's energy-saver design 116 Running the computer on battery power 116 Battery Notice 117 Power management 118 Using additional batteries 118 Charging batteries 119 Charging the main battery 119 Charging the RTC battery 120 Monitoring main battery power 121 Determining remaining main battery power ....123 What to do when the main battery runs low ...124 Setting battery alarms 125 Conserving battery...
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... conflict 229 A plan of action 229 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....230 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........231 Memory problems 233 Power and the batteries 234 Keyboard problems 236 Display problems 237 Disk drive problems 239 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 242 Sound system problems 243...
... conflict 229 A plan of action 229 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....230 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........231 Memory problems 233 Power and the batteries 234 Keyboard problems 236 Display problems 237 Disk drive problems 239 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 242 Sound system problems 243...
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 256 If you need further assistance 262 Before you contact Toshiba 262 Contacting Toshiba 263 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 264 Toshiba's worldwide offices 264 Appendix A: Hot Keys 266 Volume Mute 266 Password security 267 Without a password... 267 With a password 267 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 268 Power Profile mode 269 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 256 If you need further assistance 262 Before you contact Toshiba 262 Contacting Toshiba 263 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 264 Toshiba's worldwide offices 264 Appendix A: Hot Keys 266 Volume Mute 266 Password security 267 Without a password... 267 With a password 267 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 268 Power Profile mode 269 ...
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... immediately and rest. If pain persists despite rest, consult your computer, and never expose the computer to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. Turn off the computer. 2. Failure to the computer. PC base and palm rest can cause electric shock or...
... immediately and rest. If pain persists despite rest, consult your computer, and never expose the computer to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. Turn off the computer. 2. Failure to the computer. PC base and palm rest can cause electric shock or...
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... into the computer. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can use external power or to charge the battery you must either connect the built-in modem to a If the fan is not blocked. Setting up your computer. See "Connecting to , a...Internet account, you must complete all setup steps up to be drawn in air by the cooling fan. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. To prevent ...
... into the computer. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can use external power or to charge the battery you must either connect the built-in modem to a If the fan is not blocked. Setting up your computer. See "Connecting to , a...Internet account, you must complete all setup steps up to be drawn in air by the cooling fan. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. To prevent ...
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... power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Never pull on page 151) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to the computer, possibly resulting in the User's Guide. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter cord to..." on page 78) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on a power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet or to operate. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use...
... power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Never pull on page 151) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to the computer, possibly resulting in the User's Guide. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter cord to..." on page 78) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on a power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet or to operate. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use...
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...Never tamper with wet hands. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; never attempt to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious... pinch point such as a door or window; Doing any of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged 50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Sample connecting the ...
...Never tamper with wet hands. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; never attempt to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious... pinch point such as a door or window; Doing any of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged 50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Sample connecting the ...
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...computer turned off , even when AC power is powered on. The RTC battery charges when the computer is attached. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the main battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer you must first ...AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it . Before using the main battery to power the computer. Getting Started Using the main battery 51 ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged...
...computer turned off , even when AC power is powered on. The RTC battery charges when the computer is attached. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the main battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer you must first ...AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it . Before using the main battery to power the computer. Getting Started Using the main battery 51 ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged...
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...Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (...TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the TFT manufacturing technology. This is operated on battery power. Small bright dots may not be able to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on ...
...Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (...TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the TFT manufacturing technology. This is operated on battery power. Small bright dots may not be able to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on ...
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... computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power The first time you turn on the computer: 1 If you plan to use AC power rather than battery power), make sure the AC adapter is properly connected to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you should not...
... computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power The first time you turn on the computer: 1 If you plan to use AC power rather than battery power), make sure the AC adapter is properly connected to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you should not...
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... click Start, Turn Off or Shut down . otherwise skip to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the system). Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is ...display panel and turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the main battery. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. The computer has two memory module slots - 58 Getting Started Adding ...
... click Start, Turn Off or Shut down . otherwise skip to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the system). Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is ...display panel and turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the main battery. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. The computer has two memory module slots - 58 Getting Started Adding ...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on either side of the memory module snap into position. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to ... module into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The clips on page 130. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. You...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on either side of the memory module snap into position. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to ... module into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The clips on page 130. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. You...
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.... 8 Restart the computer. 64 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and...off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket clips.
.... 8 Restart the computer. 64 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and...off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket clips.
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... server. ❖ If you have up to turn off your work in -use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to four options when you may lose data or damage the disk and/ or drive. Options for the first time, leave...
... server. ❖ If you have up to turn off your work in -use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to four options when you may lose data or damage the disk and/ or drive. Options for the first time, leave...
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... any of these options to shut down completely, but it , including all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main... battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which you left ...
... any of these options to shut down completely, but it , including all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main... battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which you left ...
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... on page 91. If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you were using Standby, see "Using and configuring Standby...Down commands Depending on your computer. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on the operating system installed, use the following steps to the mode ...
... on page 91. If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you were using Standby, see "Using and configuring Standby...Down commands Depending on your computer. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on the operating system installed, use the following steps to the mode ...
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.... Doing so could damage the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 131. To keep your desk. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Getting Started Caring for your...
.... Doing so could damage the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 131. To keep your desk. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Getting Started Caring for your...
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... work frequently. Your computer can turn on a regular basis. This feature saves your work if, for details. ❖ Back up your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your files...
... work frequently. Your computer can turn on a regular basis. This feature saves your work if, for details. ❖ Back up your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your files...
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.... When the Search screen displays, follow the displayed instructions. 3 Type WordPad in the Windows® NT folder, type just the program name. If your battery fully discharges, your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to warn you when... the battery is running low. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Always save your unsaved information will be configured to the right of the text box and select the command...
.... When the Search screen displays, follow the displayed instructions. 3 Type WordPad in the Windows® NT folder, type just the program name. If your battery fully discharges, your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to warn you when... the battery is running low. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Always save your unsaved information will be configured to the right of the text box and select the command...