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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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... adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of the body. If any part of your doctor. 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...
... adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of the body. If any part of your doctor. 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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... and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to your computer...
... and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to your computer...
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... computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet or to charge the computer's battery. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of an incompatible AC adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor... be the last step; Never pull on page 151) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to avoid any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use...
... computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet or to charge the computer's battery. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of an incompatible AC adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor... be the last step; Never pull on page 151) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to avoid any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use...
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...instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. 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, .../cable or plug; 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 never splice or alter a cord/cable; Never attempt to a...
...instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. 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, .../cable or plug; 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 never splice or alter a cord/cable; Never attempt to a...
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...the computer you must first charge it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on page 128. Using the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off , even when AC power is attached. See "Changing the ...it is time to power the computer. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. 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 live wall outlet for information...
...the computer you must first charge it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on page 128. Using the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off , even when AC power is attached. See "Changing the ...it is time to power the computer. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. 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 live wall outlet for information...
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... display when you may appear on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Sample opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond...
... display when you may appear on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Sample opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond...
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To 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 your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power The first time you turn on ...
To 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 your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power The first time you turn on ...
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...or remove a memory module while the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the main battery. Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down . The Turn off computer or Shut Down window ... has two memory module slots - The operating system turns off the computer using the Start menu. 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. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected...
...or remove a memory module while the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the main battery. Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down . The Turn off computer or Shut Down window ... has two memory module slots - The operating system turns off the computer using the Start menu. 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. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected...
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... cables. 18 Restart the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you need to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on either side of the memory module snap 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. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in place. The clips ...
... cables. 18 Restart the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you need to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on either side of the memory module snap 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. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in place. The clips ...
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... appears and shows total memory. 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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory..., turn 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.
... appears and shows total memory. 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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory..., turn 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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If you turn off the power while a disk is off) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to turn off the computer: Turn Off or Shut Down, Hibernate, and Standby. Options for the first time, leave the computer ...
If you turn off the power while a disk is off) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to turn off the computer: Turn Off or Shut Down, Hibernate, and Standby. Options for the first time, leave the computer ...
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...of the computer to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is being retrieved from the hard disk rather... mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are off the computer. ❖ Since information is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, ...
...of the computer to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is being retrieved from the hard disk rather... mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are off the computer. ❖ Since information is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, ...
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...You should save your work before putting your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Standby command and the main...Shut Down commands Depending on your work first. Standby holds the current state of the computer 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 save your hard...
...You should save your work before putting your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Standby command and the main...Shut Down commands Depending on your work first. Standby holds the current state of the computer 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 save your hard...
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... products to purchase an optional computer lock cable. Doing so could damage the computer. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Do not ...pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are disconnected. To keep your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. For more information on page 131. Never use light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are located). ...
... products to purchase an optional computer lock cable. Doing so could damage the computer. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Do not ...pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are disconnected. To keep your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. For more information on page 131. Never use light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are located). ...
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Your work if, for details. ❖ Back up your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Your computer can turn on a regular basis. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to discs (or other removable storage media) ... and store them in the computer's memory until you save feature which you can be configured to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to warn you are working. This feature saves your work frequently.
Your work if, for details. ❖ Back up your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Your computer can turn on a regular basis. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to discs (or other removable storage media) ... and store them in the computer's memory until you save feature which you can be configured to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to warn you are working. This feature saves your work frequently.
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... path. 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 data even when you when the battery is running low. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Otherwise, if you can be lost.
... path. 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 data even when you when the battery is running low. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Otherwise, if you can be lost.