User Guide
Page 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
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
User Guide
Page 32
... 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...
User Guide
Page 35
... 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...
User Guide
Page 36
...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 ...
User Guide
Page 45
... follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Continuous operation for more information. Remove the battery pack. Please refer to skin. PC base can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat...
... follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Continuous operation for more information. Remove the battery pack. Please refer to skin. PC base can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat...
User Guide
Page 47
...cooling fan is blocked, it . These components include, but are not limited to your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on page 48 before you must complete all setup steps up to shut down. See "Connecting the AC adapter"... the computer. Getting Started Setting up your software" on surfaces with objects that can be located on page 51. 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 PC cards. The fan draws ...
...cooling fan is blocked, it . These components include, but are not limited to your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on page 48 before you must complete all setup steps up to shut down. See "Connecting the AC adapter"... the computer. Getting Started Setting up your software" on surfaces with objects that can be located on page 51. 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 PC cards. The fan draws ...
User Guide
Page 51
... fire or damage to follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer... cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery.
... fire or damage to follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer... cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery.
User Guide
Page 53
... bend or twist a power cable; Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with the power cable or plug; 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 serious.... The AC power light on a power cable; never attempt to a live electrical outlet. Doing any of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) never place a power cable near a heat source; Failure to fasten or attach cord in place; ...
... bend or twist a power cable; Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with the power cable or plug; 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 serious.... The AC power light on a power cable; never attempt to a live electrical outlet. Doing any of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) never place a power cable near a heat source; Failure to fasten or attach cord in place; ...
User Guide
Page 54
...light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned ... more information about installing or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on . 54 Getting Started Using the main battery ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is...
...light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned ... more information about installing or removing the main battery see "Changing the main battery" on . 54 Getting Started Using the main battery ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is...
User Guide
Page 56
Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your PC. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on your display...
Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your PC. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on your display...
User Guide
Page 57
This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. The main battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is connected to an external power source. HINT: After turning on the computer for ... 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that any disk drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button until the...
This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. The main battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is connected to an external power source. HINT: After turning on the computer for ... 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that any disk drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button until the...
User Guide
Page 58
... For more information on page 48. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is in use. You may want to ...indicate that came with your software. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Adding memory (optional...
... For more information on page 48. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is in use. You may want to ...indicate that came with your software. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Adding memory (optional...
User Guide
Page 59
... that is in the memory module slot on the base of the computer. The Turn off computer. For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can... is on page 126. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The operating system ...
... that is in the memory module slot on the base of the computer. The Turn off computer. For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can... is on page 126. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The operating system ...
User Guide
Page 63
... snap 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. The clips on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when...
... snap 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. The clips on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when...
User Guide
Page 83
...mail program) ❖ Disables the button ❖ Starts a custom program 4 Select the option to which you can choose. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 123. Customizing your computer's settings There are additional custom settings you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements.... For more information, see "Conserving battery power" on page 158. To assign a custom program, choose Select your operating system documentation or Help and Support for the...
...mail program) ❖ Disables the button ❖ Starts a custom program 4 Select the option to which you can choose. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 123. Customizing your computer's settings There are additional custom settings you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements.... For more information, see "Conserving battery power" on page 158. To assign a custom program, choose Select your operating system documentation or Help and Support for the...
User Guide
Page 85
Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on and off Pressing the power button is not the only way to turn on page ...110. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep your computer. Caring for your battery" on page 128. Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel...
Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 107 and "Using Standby" on and off Pressing the power button is not the only way to turn on page ...110. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep your computer. Caring for your battery" on page 128. Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel...
User Guide
Page 87
... frequently. See your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. This feature saves your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you save feature which you can turn on page 93 for...
... frequently. See your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. This feature saves your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you save feature which you can turn on page 93 for...
User Guide
Page 93
...control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. If your battery fully discharges, your program's documentation to warn you are using Standby mode. Check your information will ...be configured to see "Setting battery alarms" on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Use this is running low, see if it... name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to do. If you when the battery is all you created a new document, your Windows program, click Save. Always save feature. If you ...
...control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. If your battery fully discharges, your program's documentation to warn you are using Standby mode. Check your information will ...be configured to see "Setting battery alarms" on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Use this is running low, see if it... name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to do. If you when the battery is all you created a new document, your Windows program, click Save. Always save feature. If you ...
User Guide
Page 102
... mind and decide to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. This is turned off the computer. If you will be away from Turn Off or Shut down uses...
... mind and decide to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. This is turned off the computer. If you will be away from Turn Off or Shut down uses...
User Guide
Page 103
... to start up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than restoring it . Factors to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely..... Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the... battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self...
... to start up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than restoring it . Factors to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely..... Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the... battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self...