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.../Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
.../Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 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 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 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 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
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... media 100 Recording optical media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
... media 100 Recording optical media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
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... 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing the battery from the computer .......113 Inserting a charged battery 115 Taking care of your battery 116 Safety precautions 116 Maintaining your battery 117 Disposing of used batteries 118 Traveling tips 119 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 120 Exploring the desktop...
... 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing the battery from the computer .......113 Inserting a charged battery 115 Taking care of your battery 116 Safety precautions 116 Maintaining your battery 117 Disposing of used batteries 118 Traveling tips 119 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 120 Exploring the desktop...
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... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
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...the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to conserve computer... energy. 36 Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the...
...the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to conserve computer... energy. 36 Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the...
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...as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to withstand ...the rigors of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Turn off the computer. 2. You should accidentally...
...as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to withstand ...the rigors of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Turn off the computer. 2. You should accidentally...
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...adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use... it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. To use ...
...adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use... it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. To use ...
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... in serious injury. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if...AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to the computer. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple...
... in serious injury. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if...AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to the computer. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple...
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... low and it is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If... the power required for information on page 113 for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Continuing...
... low and it is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If... the power required for information on page 113 for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Continuing...
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... never lift the computer by the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
... never lift the computer by the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
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...the screen will deteriorate. This information applies to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you may appear on battery power. Your select model may not have selected all possible configurations for the first time 51 Small bright dots may appear on your computer.... devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you turn on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small bright dots that all the features and icons described in this guide.
...the screen will deteriorate. This information applies to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you may appear on battery power. Your select model may not have selected all possible configurations for the first time 51 Small bright dots may appear on your computer.... devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you turn on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small bright dots that all the features and icons described in this guide.
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... the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The Shut Down menu appears. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click...
... the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The Shut Down menu appears. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click...
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... has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of... the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory...
... has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of... the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory...
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... of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, ...the System heading under Memory (RAM). To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer.
... of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, ...the System heading under Memory (RAM). To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer.
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... into a power source (even though the computer is off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery.
... into a power source (even though the computer is off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery.
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Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to turn on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically .... ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all...
Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to turn on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically .... ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all...
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...; operating system may save your work first. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes...Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 82. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting ...
...; operating system may save your work first. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes...Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 82. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting ...
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... the computer 79 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... the computer 79 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... to go into Hibernation mode when you want. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to display the actions that you can be customized. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image...
... to go into Hibernation mode when you want. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to display the actions that you can be customized. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image...