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Contents Introduction 38 This guide 39 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 41 Other documentation 41 Service options 42 Chapter 1: Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work 43 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 43 Keeping yourself comfortable 44 Precautions 44 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba 49 Adding external devices 50 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Using the main battery 54 29
Contents Introduction 38 This guide 39 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 41 Other documentation 41 Service options 42 Chapter 1: Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work 43 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 43 Keeping yourself comfortable 44 Precautions 44 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba 49 Adding external devices 50 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Using the main battery 54 29
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... Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 117 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring main battery power 119 Determining remaining battery power 121 What to do when the main battery runs low .. 122 Setting...
... Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 117 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring main battery power 119 Determining remaining battery power 121 What to do when the main battery runs low .. 122 Setting...
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... conflict 213 A plan of action 213 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 214 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 220 Display problems 221 Disk drive problems 223 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 226 Sound system problems 227 PC Card...
... conflict 213 A plan of action 213 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 214 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 220 Display problems 221 Disk drive problems 223 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 226 Sound system problems 227 PC Card...
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 240 If you need further assistance 246 Before you contact Toshiba 246 Contacting Toshiba 247 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 248 Toshiba's worldwide offices 248 Appendix A: Hot Keys 250 Volume Mute 250 Password security 251 Without a password... 251 With a password 251 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 252 Power usage mode 253 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 240 If you need further assistance 246 Before you contact Toshiba 246 Contacting Toshiba 247 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 248 Toshiba's worldwide offices 248 Appendix A: Hot Keys 250 Volume Mute 250 Password security 251 Without a password... 251 With a password 251 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 252 Power usage mode 253 ...
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... damage to rain, water, seawater or moisture. If pain persists despite rest, consult your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. Remove the battery pack. If any part of the body. If you have taken the computer to skin. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized...
... damage to rain, water, seawater or moisture. If pain persists despite rest, consult your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. Remove the battery pack. If any part of the body. If you have taken the computer to skin. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized...
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... must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer 47 Important information on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to your computer. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other... on the cooling fan is blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on surfaces with objects that cools the...
... must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer 47 Important information on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to your computer. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other... on the cooling fan is blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on surfaces with objects that cools the...
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... requires power to remove a plug from a socket. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury.... to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Always grasp the plug directly. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result ...
... requires power to remove a plug from a socket. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury.... to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Always grasp the plug directly. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer, always follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result ...
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... a pinch point such as a door or window; Never attempt to a live electrical outlet. Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. The AC power light on a power cable; never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. never attempt to follow this instruction could...to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. never splice or alter a power cable; Never tamper with wet hands. 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, possibly resulting in place;...
... a pinch point such as a door or window; Never attempt to a live electrical outlet. Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. The AC power light on a power cable; never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. never attempt to follow this instruction could...to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. never splice or alter a power cable; Never tamper with wet hands. 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, possibly resulting in place;...
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...the AC adapter is not plugged into a live wall outlet for information on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. Before using the main battery to power the computer you must first charge it is attached. For more information about installing ...or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on . Using the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off , even when AC power is time to power the computer. The RTC battery charges when the computer is turned off . NOTE...
...the AC adapter is not plugged into a live wall outlet for information on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. Before using the main battery to power the computer you must first charge it is attached. For more information about installing ...or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on . Using the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off , even when AC power is time to power the computer. The RTC battery charges when the computer is turned off . NOTE...
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Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on your ... an entire product Series. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using the display panel. Opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel do not force...
Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on your ... an entire product Series. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using the display panel. Opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel do not force...
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... being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is connected to all the features and icons described in this guide. This information applies to an external power source. The AC power light glows ... charged Below are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button until the operating system has completely loaded. HINT: After turning on the computer for the first...
... being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is connected to all the features and icons described in this guide. This information applies to an external power source. The AC power light glows ... charged Below are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button until the operating system has completely loaded. HINT: After turning on the computer for the first...
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... setting up your software. Your computer comes with enough memory to indicate that came with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software" on memory options, check the accessories information that the hard disk drive is not plugged ... on page 48. Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in use. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit...
... setting up your software. Your computer comes with enough memory to indicate that came with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software" on memory options, check the accessories information that the hard disk drive is not plugged ... on page 48. Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in use. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit...
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... appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the base of the computer. If this procedure. To avoid damaging...
... appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the base of the computer. If this procedure. To avoid damaging...
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...inserted into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63 clip clip... Sample pressing down on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. You can verify...
...inserted into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63 clip clip... Sample pressing down on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. You can verify...
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...the computer is off the computer 83 ❖ Starts your Internet Explorer (default browser) ❖ Starts your computer when you wish to assign the TOSHIBA Assist button. Powering off the computer It's a good idea to power off your MS Outlook (default e-mail program) ❖ Disables the button ... the option to which you are not using the computer for a while. Getting Started Powering off ) to fully charge the main battery. You may take up to six hours to charge the main battery. If you can choose. To assign a custom program, choose Select your power usage settings.
...the computer is off the computer 83 ❖ Starts your Internet Explorer (default browser) ❖ Starts your computer when you wish to assign the TOSHIBA Assist button. Powering off the computer It's a good idea to power off your MS Outlook (default e-mail program) ❖ Disables the button ... the option to which you are not using the computer for a while. Getting Started Powering off ) to fully charge the main battery. You may take up to six hours to charge the main battery. If you can choose. To assign a custom program, choose Select your power usage settings.
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... cloth. Caring for your computer 85 Different ways to turn on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on page 128. Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on and off... ❖ Opening and closing the display panel For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille and other openings. To keep your battery" on page 110. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.
... cloth. Caring for your computer 85 Different ways to turn on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on page 128. Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on and off... ❖ Opening and closing the display panel For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille and other openings. To keep your battery" on page 110. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.
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Computing tips ❖ Save your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your work since you last saved. HINT: Some programs have an ...
Computing tips ❖ Save your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your work since you last saved. HINT: Some programs have an ...
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...a new document, your information will be configured to give it has an automatic save your Windows program, click Save. If you need to see "Setting battery alarms" on page 123. Many programs offer a feature that already has a file name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and ...to warn you when the battery is all you are using Standby mode. The cursor control mode light on the hard disk drive or a diskette. Saving your work on the keyboard...
...a new document, your information will be configured to give it has an automatic save your Windows program, click Save. If you need to see "Setting battery alarms" on page 123. Many programs offer a feature that already has a file name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and ...to warn you when the battery is all you are using Standby mode. The cursor control mode light on the hard disk drive or a diskette. Saving your work on the keyboard...
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... and files you will be away from your mind and decide to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. Factors to continue working after all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. all , wait a few...
... and files you will be away from your mind and decide to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. Factors to continue working after all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. all , wait a few...
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...takes longer than restoring it , and opens all the programs and files you can continue working from memory. But it uses a little more time and battery power to the hard disk. If your computer is left it first saves the current state of the computer to start up again, this choice... uses less time and battery power than the Standby option, because information is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating ...
...takes longer than restoring it , and opens all the programs and files you can continue working from memory. But it uses a little more time and battery power to the hard disk. If your computer is left it first saves the current state of the computer to start up again, this choice... uses less time and battery power than the Standby option, because information is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating ...