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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Using the main battery 51 26
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Using the main battery 51 26
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... CDs using Auto-Run 104 Creating a CD or DVD 104 Removing a disc 105 Caring for CD or DVD Discs 106 Toshiba's online resources 106 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 107 Toshiba's energy-saver design 107 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 108 Power management 109 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 110 Charging the main...
... CDs using Auto-Run 104 Creating a CD or DVD 104 Removing a disc 105 Caring for CD or DVD Discs 106 Toshiba's online resources 106 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 107 Toshiba's energy-saver design 107 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 108 Power management 109 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 110 Charging the main...
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... 116 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........118 Changing the main battery 119 Removing the battery from the computer .......119 Inserting a charged battery 121 Taking care of your battery 122 Safety precautions 122 Maximizing battery life 123 Disposing of used batteries 124 Traveling tips 125 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 126 Exploring the desktop...
... 116 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........118 Changing the main battery 119 Removing the battery from the computer .......119 Inserting a charged battery 121 Taking care of your battery 122 Safety precautions 122 Maximizing battery life 123 Disposing of used batteries 124 Traveling tips 125 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 126 Exploring the desktop...
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...289 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....290 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........291 Memory problems 293 Power and the batteries 294 Keyboard problems 296 Display problems 297 Disk drive problems 299 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...302 Sound system ...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 316 If you need further assistance 322 Before you contact Toshiba 322 Contacting Toshiba 323 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 324 Toshiba's worldwide offices 324 Appendix A: Hot Keys 326 Volume Mute 326 Password security 327 Without a password 327...
...289 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....290 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........291 Memory problems 293 Power and the batteries 294 Keyboard problems 296 Display problems 297 Disk drive problems 299 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...302 Sound system ...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 316 If you need further assistance 322 Before you contact Toshiba 322 Contacting Toshiba 323 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 324 Toshiba's worldwide offices 324 Appendix A: Hot Keys 326 Volume Mute 326 Password security 327 Without a password 327...
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..., water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. If pain persists despite rest, consult your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on the power again, until you experience discomfort while...
..., water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. If pain persists despite rest, consult your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on the power again, until you experience discomfort while...
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...to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. These components include, but are not limited to shut down. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that needs to a power source" on...intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. The fan draws in by creating a vacuum. Do not use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to sign up for an Internet...
...to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. These components include, but are not limited to shut down. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that needs to a power source" on...intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. The fan draws in by creating a vacuum. Do not use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to sign up for an Internet...
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... plug directly. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Failure to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury. When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow...
... plug directly. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Failure to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury. When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow...
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...a cord/cable; never attempt to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the computer. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; never use nails, staples or similar objects... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in place; never bend or twist a cord/cable; Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never run a cord/cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; 50 Getting Started Connecting to a live electrical outlet. ...
...a cord/cable; never attempt to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the computer. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; never use nails, staples or similar objects... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in place; never bend or twist a cord/cable; Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never run a cord/cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; 50 Getting Started Connecting to a live electrical outlet. ...
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...the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to charge the battery with the computer off for more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 107. It takes several hours to recharge the... off . It takes much longer to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Getting Started Using the main battery 51 ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into...
...the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to charge the battery with the computer off for more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 107. It takes several hours to recharge the... off . It takes much longer to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Getting Started Using the main battery 51 ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into...
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... not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on . The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level... setting that reduces the power required for system operation and allows the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the power provided by the AC Adapter to recharge. Your computer's Power Saver...
... not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on . The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level... setting that reduces the power required for system operation and allows the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the power provided by the AC Adapter to recharge. Your computer's Power Saver...
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... selected all of the many possible icons used on your screen display when you may appear on your PC. Small bright dots may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on your computer: Sample system icons Your select model may not have all the features and specifications... product Series. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power.
... selected all of the many possible icons used on your screen display when you may appear on your PC. Small bright dots may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on your computer: Sample system icons Your select model may not have all the features and specifications... product Series. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn on battery power.
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... any of the drives are properly connected and ready. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in use AC power rather than battery power) are in loss of data. 4 The preinstalled operating system loads automatically. When you turn on the power 1 Make sure any external devices (such as...
... any of the drives are properly connected and ready. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in use AC power rather than battery power) are in loss of data. 4 The preinstalled operating system loads automatically. When you turn on the power 1 Make sure any external devices (such as...
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...will be lost. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 If the computer is on, begin at step 1; The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables...the memory module slot cover. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , click Start, Turn off the computer using the Start menu. Memory module slot cover Front of computer Sample locating the...
...will be lost. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 If the computer is on, begin at step 1; The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables...the memory module slot cover. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , click Start, Turn off the computer using the Start menu. Memory module slot cover Front of computer Sample locating the...
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The clips on either side of the memory module snap into place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Sample aligning the module into the socket 13 Gently press down on the memory module Do not force the...
The clips on either side of the memory module snap into place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Sample aligning the module into the socket 13 Gently press down on the memory module Do not force the...
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... Started Adding memory (optional) The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. To do this: You must... it out of computer Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. Front of the ...
... Started Adding memory (optional) The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. To do this: You must... it out of computer Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. Front of the ...
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... and/ or drive. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in-use light are not connected to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. Getting Started Turning off the computer 75 2 Connect the device's power cable to four options when you turn off the...
... and/ or drive. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in-use light are not connected to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. Getting Started Turning off the computer 75 2 Connect the device's power cable to four options when you turn off the...
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... to where you change your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off the computer. ❖ Since information is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up than does turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in progress and are not connected to... Media Center Edition (MCE) and are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have work in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than...
... to where you change your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off the computer. ❖ Since information is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up than does turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in progress and are not connected to... Media Center Edition (MCE) and are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have work in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than...
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... from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your work before putting your computer on page 80. Standby holds... , and configuring your unsaved information will be lost. For information on page 82. For information on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer for Hibernation mode, see "Using and configuring Standby mode" on placing your computer into a powersaving mode. You should...
... from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your work before putting your computer on page 80. Standby holds... , and configuring your unsaved information will be lost. For information on page 82. For information on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer for Hibernation mode, see "Using and configuring Standby mode" on placing your computer into a powersaving mode. You should...
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...the ports are disconnected. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to purchase an Moving the computer Before moving your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all external peripheral cables are located). To keep your desk.... for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 122. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out...
...the ports are disconnected. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to purchase an Moving the computer Before moving your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all external peripheral cables are located). To keep your desk.... for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 122. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out...
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...are working. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to warn you when the battery is running low. Your computer can activate. See your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 115. This feature saves your software documentation for example, a system ...error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to the hard disk. You will lose all unsaved work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the ...
...are working. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to warn you when the battery is running low. Your computer can activate. See your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 115. This feature saves your software documentation for example, a system ...error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to the hard disk. You will lose all unsaved work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the ...