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...-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by 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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
...-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by 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 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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...STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. We recommend that you...computer to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer...
...STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. We recommend that you...computer to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer...
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... are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of the computer. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Exposure to an authorized service center. Failure to follow ... in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or...
... are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of the computer. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Exposure to an authorized service center. Failure to follow ... in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or...
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Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to your computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 47. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the... setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on your computer Important information on a hard ...
Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to your computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 47. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the... setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on your computer Important information on a hard ...
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.... Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to avoid any... a power source 47 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Failure to do so 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...
.... Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to avoid any... a power source 47 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Failure to do so 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...
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...If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Getting Started Charging the main battery 49 The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the power provided by the AC... adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. After that reduces the power required for information on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the ...
...If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Getting Started Charging the main battery 49 The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the power provided by the AC... adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. After that reduces the power required for information on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the ...
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... the applications, power management settings, and features used. 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 palm rest to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or...
... the applications, power management settings, and features used. 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 palm rest to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or...
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... of the screen technology. Your select model may not have selected all optical drives are empty. When the computer is operated on battery power. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Your display contains an extremely... large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on your computer. Any small bright dots that all those ...
... of the screen technology. Your select model may not have selected all optical drives are empty. When the computer is operated on battery power. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Your display contains an extremely... large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of time, and depending on your computer. Any small bright dots that all those ...
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... to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 113. 5 Close...The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu...
... to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 113. 5 Close...The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu...
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... mode. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not try to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of the above cases, the...
... mode. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not try to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of the above cases, the...
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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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, ... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM).
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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, ... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM).
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If you turn off your computer in -use light are off ) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting ...
If you turn off your computer in -use light are off ) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting ...
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.... ❖ Because the 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 which you left it first saves the ... mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on page 80. Since Hibernation mode does...
.... ❖ Because the 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 which you left it first saves the ... mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on page 80. Since Hibernation mode does...
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..., the computer returns to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is 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 less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ ...
..., the computer returns to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is 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 less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ ...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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 Hibernate if you close the display panel. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate 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 go into Hibernation mode when you want . Getting Started Turning...
... to Hibernate if you close the display panel. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate 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 go into Hibernation mode when you want . Getting Started Turning...