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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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... moisture can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Exposure to the computer. Remove the battery pack. If any part of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Failure to skin. Do not turn on the power again, until...
... moisture can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Exposure to the computer. Remove the battery pack. If any part of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Failure to skin. Do not turn on the power again, until...
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... power or to a power source" on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the cooling fan is blocked, it . See "Connecting ...to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. To use it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to your...
... power or to a power source" on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the cooling fan is blocked, it . See "Connecting ...to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. To use it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to your...
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... "Using PC Cards" on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to...
... "Using PC Cards" on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to...
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... or attach cord in place; Never tamper with wet hands. 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 Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or...to a power source Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable 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 ...
... or attach cord in place; Never tamper with wet hands. 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 Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or...to a power source Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable 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 ...
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...NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it . 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 into a ...cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 128 for several hours with its main battery already installed. For more information about installing or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on . After that, the main battery will be completely charged ...
...NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it . 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 into a ...cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 128 for several hours with its main battery already installed. For more information about installing or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on . After that, the main battery will be completely charged ...
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... operated on the usage of the computer, the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you turn on your PC. Sample opening the display panel To... force it beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you may not be able to the right...
... operated on the usage of the computer, the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you turn on your PC. Sample opening the display panel To... force it beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you may not be able to the right...
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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 accommodate all the features and icons described in until the on/off light on the...
... 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 accommodate all the features and icons described in until the on/off light on the...
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The operating system turns off computer or Shut Down window appears. 2 Click Turn Off or Shut down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128. 5 Close the display panel and turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory module...) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , click Start, Turn Off or Shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the main battery.
The operating system turns off computer or Shut Down window appears. 2 Click Turn Off or Shut down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128. 5 Close the display panel and turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory module...) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , click Start, Turn Off or Shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the main battery.
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... total memory" on either side of the memory module snap into position. The clips on page 64. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 57 to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the... 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.
... total memory" on either side of the memory module snap into position. The clips on page 64. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 57 to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the... 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.
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...and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least ...to work. 64 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and ...
...and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least ...to work. 64 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and ...
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... computer Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to fully charge the main battery.
... computer Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to fully charge the main battery.
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... see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than when restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main... battery power to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is ...
... see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than when restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main... battery power to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is ...
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... or using Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your hard disk. Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands Depending... on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer. Turn Off For Windows® XP Home, or either Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP MCE when...
... or using Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your hard disk. Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands Depending... on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer. Turn Off For Windows® XP Home, or either Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP MCE when...
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... your computer 93 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. To keep your battery" on page 131. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Moving the computer Before moving...
... your computer 93 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. To keep your battery" on page 131. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Moving the computer Before moving...
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... 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips and provides important information about the system's basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your work temporarily stays in a safe place. 95 Your work frequently. See "...on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's memory until you save feature which you when the battery is running low. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to discs (or other removable storage media) on page 125. You ...
... 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips and provides important information about the system's basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your work temporarily stays in a safe place. 95 Your work frequently. See "...on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's memory until you save feature which you when the battery is running low. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to discs (or other removable storage media) on page 125. You ...
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... a diskette. Your computer can search for it by clicking Start, and then Search. Otherwise, if you know the program's location, you when the battery is running low. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. 104 Learning the Basics Saving your work Sample Run dialog box 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ For...; NT folder, type just the program name. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to warn you can be lost. If your battery fully discharges, your data even when you do not know the program's location, type the full file path. Then click OK. ❖ If you are...
... a diskette. Your computer can search for it by clicking Start, and then Search. Otherwise, if you know the program's location, you when the battery is running low. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. 104 Learning the Basics Saving your work Sample Run dialog box 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ For...; NT folder, type just the program name. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to warn you can be lost. If your battery fully discharges, your data even when you do not know the program's location, type the full file path. Then click OK. ❖ If you are...