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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 26
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 26
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... CD or DVD Discs 106 Toshiba's online resources 107 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 108 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 115 What to...
... CD or DVD Discs 106 Toshiba's online resources 107 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 108 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 115 What to...
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... conflict 196 A plan of action 196 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....197 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........198 Memory problems 200 Power and the batteries 201 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 209 Sound system problems 210...
... conflict 196 A plan of action 196 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....197 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........198 Memory problems 200 Power and the batteries 201 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 209 Sound system problems 210...
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 223 If you need further assistance 229 Before you contact Toshiba 229 Contacting Toshiba 230 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 231 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password... 235 With a password 235 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 236 Power usage mode 237 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 223 If you need further assistance 229 Before you contact Toshiba 229 Contacting Toshiba 230 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 231 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password... 235 With a password 235 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 236 Power usage mode 237 ...
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... the computer, stop immediately and rest. PC base and palm rest can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. If you have taken the computer to skin. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Never allow any liquids to spill into any of...
... the computer, stop immediately and rest. PC base and palm rest can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. If you have taken the computer to skin. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Never allow any liquids to spill into any of...
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... before adding external or internal components to a power source" on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. Do not use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 45...
... before adding external or internal components to a power source" on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. Do not use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 45...
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...hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the power cord/ cable... the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Power cord/cable AC adapter AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Connecting to...
...hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the power cord/ cable... the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Power cord/cable AC adapter AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Connecting to...
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... twist a cord/cable; never run a cord/cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. Doing any of the main..., or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. Getting Started Connecting to a power...
... twist a cord/cable; never run a cord/cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. Doing any of the main..., or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. Getting Started Connecting to a power...
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...first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . Before using all of the battery cannot occur. After that reduces the power required for at a time. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Saver utility can... damage the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and...
...first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . Before using all of the battery cannot occur. After that reduces the power required for at a time. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Saver utility can... damage the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for system operation and...
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.... Any small bright dots that may appear on and begin using high-precision technology. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 51 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the usage of the computer, Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn on your...
.... Any small bright dots that may appear on and begin using high-precision technology. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 51 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the usage of the computer, Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn on your...
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..., the screen will deteriorate. Your select model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your model-about one second. Your computer's features and specifications Certain ... features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to accommodate all those features. When the computer is also ...
..., the screen will deteriorate. Your select model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your model-about one second. Your computer's features and specifications Certain ... features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to accommodate all those features. When the computer is also ...
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The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down - Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 If the computer is on the ... the memory module slot cover. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off (or Shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. depending on , begin at step 1;
The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down - Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 If the computer is on the ... the memory module slot cover. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off (or Shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. depending on , begin at step 1;
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...be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. The clips on page 120. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of computer Memory slots Sample inserting the memory module into the slot Do not force the memory module into position.... clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place.
...be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. The clips on page 120. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of computer Memory slots Sample inserting the memory module into the slot Do not force the memory module into position.... clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place.
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... slide it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.
... slide it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.
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If you turn off the power while a disk is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have up to four options when you turn off your work. Turn ...
If you turn off the power while a disk is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have up to four options when you turn off your work. Turn ...
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...of the system is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main... battery power than does turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is stored on again. Getting Started Turning off the computer 75 ❖ If you ...
...of the system is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main... battery power than does turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is stored on again. Getting Started Turning off the computer 75 ❖ If you ...
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...Turning off the computer For information on placing your computer into a powersaving mode. If you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer on page 79. For information on using Standby, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode"... 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 . Factors to save your work...
...Turning off the computer For information on placing your computer into a powersaving mode. If you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer on page 79. For information on using Standby, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode"... 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 . Factors to save your work...
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...easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 123. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep your desk. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, ...visit accessories.toshiba.com. Moving the computer Before moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Getting Started...
...easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 123. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep your desk. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, ...visit accessories.toshiba.com. Moving the computer Before moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Getting Started...
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... can be activated. Computing tips ❖ Save your software documentation for further information. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. See "Saving your file to the hard disk at preset intervals...
... can be activated. Computing tips ❖ Save your software documentation for further information. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. See "Saving your file to the hard disk at preset intervals...
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... is a good idea to work on -screen instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the Windows® folder, type just the program name. Check your program's documentation to the right of the...
... is a good idea to work on -screen instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the Windows® folder, type just the program name. Check your program's documentation to the right of the...