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... function is not available in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam Australia... Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table...
... function is not available in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam Australia... Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table...
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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment........39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 41 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 42 Registering your computer with Toshiba 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Connecting to a power source 44 Charging the main battery 46 27
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment........39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 41 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 42 Registering your computer with Toshiba 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Connecting to a power source 44 Charging the main battery 46 27
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... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 110...
... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 110...
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... hardware conflict 180 A plan of action 180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 182 Power and the batteries 183 Keyboard problems 184 Display problems 185 Disk drive problems 187 Optical drive problems 189 Sound system problems 190 PC Card problems... Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 204 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Application Cards 209...
... hardware conflict 180 A plan of action 180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 182 Power and the batteries 183 Keyboard problems 184 Display problems 185 Disk drive problems 187 Optical drive problems 189 Sound system problems 190 PC Card problems... Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 204 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Application Cards 209...
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Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of these instructions could damage the computer or cause system failure. You ... turn on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could result in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. If any part of travel. Turn off the computer. 2. 40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort. Never...
Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of these instructions could damage the computer or cause system failure. You ... turn on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could result in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. If any part of travel. Turn off the computer. 2. 40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort. Never...
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... when the Thank You message appears. Setting up your computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your software setup choices. 42 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must... complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 42 before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adaptor. To use it.
... when the Thank You message appears. Setting up your computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your software setup choices. 42 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must... complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 42 before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adaptor. To use it.
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...cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to do so may... possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Failure to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, ...
...cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to do so may... possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Failure to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, ...
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... could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. The AC power and battery lights on the right side of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Never attempt to follow this product will expose you to...
... could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. The AC power and battery lights on the right side of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Never attempt to follow this product will expose you to...
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... AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. 46 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. After that, the battery will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the...
... AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. 46 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. After that, the battery will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the...
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... before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to turn on battery power. Getting Started 47 Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of...
... before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to turn on battery power. Getting Started 47 Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of...
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... or switches shown on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. Your select model may not have selected all optical drives are properly connected...
... or switches shown on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. Your select model may not have selected all optical drives are properly connected...
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... Shut Down. The Shut Down menu appears. 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 , begin at step 1; The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing... on page 114. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery.
... Shut Down. The Shut Down menu appears. 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 , begin at step 1; The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing... on page 114. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery.
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... the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the captive screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 56. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in "Checking total...
... the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the captive screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 56. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in "Checking total...
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...at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using 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 displayed below the System heading under... completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 49), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the...
...at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using 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 displayed below the System heading under... completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 49), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the...
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...cause you to turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you are off. If you turn off your work. Getting Started 73 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive ...using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to lose your computer when you are not using the computer for a while. If you may lose data or damage...
...cause you to turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you are off. If you turn off your work. Getting Started 73 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive ...using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to lose your computer when you are not using the computer for a while. If you may lose data or damage...
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...Hibernation mode does not require power to hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to maintain the saved information, system settings are off. If you left off. 74 Getting Started...files you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to where you were using...
...Hibernation mode does not require power to hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to maintain the saved information, system settings are off. If you left off. 74 Getting Started...files you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to where you were using...
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...up again, the computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. If you left it, including all open documents and programs to your work first... mode. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left off. Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer For information on how to use and configure...
...up again, the computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. If you left it, including all open documents and programs to your work first... mode. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left off. Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer For information on how to use and configure...
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... computer to be customized. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.
... computer to be customized. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.
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... desk. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. The easiest way to do this is to a heavy object such as your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the ...the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For more information on page 117. To keep your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer. Doing so ...
... desk. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. The easiest way to do this is to a heavy object such as your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the ...the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For more information on page 117. To keep your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer. Doing so ...
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... to reconnect, or your work " on page 92 for details. 85 This feature saves your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. If the...
... to reconnect, or your work " on page 92 for details. 85 This feature saves your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. If the...