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.../regions in the following table. 18 Approved Countries/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...
.../regions in the following table. 18 Approved Countries/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...
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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 28
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 28
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... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 110 Monitoring main battery power 111 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...113 Setting battery notifications 113...
... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 110 Monitoring main battery power 111 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...113 Setting battery notifications 113...
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...™ Memory Boot Utility 156 Booting from a bootable SD card 157 Mouse Utility 158 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 161 TOSHIBA Button Support 162 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 163 TOSHIBA Accessibility 164 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 165 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 166 Fingerprint utility limitations 166 ... a hardware conflict 179 A plan of action 179 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........180 Memory problems 181 Power and the batteries 182 Keyboard problems 183 Display problems 184 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........186
...™ Memory Boot Utility 156 Booting from a bootable SD card 157 Mouse Utility 158 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 161 TOSHIBA Button Support 162 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 163 TOSHIBA Accessibility 164 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 165 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 166 Fingerprint utility limitations 166 ... a hardware conflict 179 A plan of action 179 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........180 Memory problems 181 Power and the batteries 182 Keyboard problems 183 Display problems 184 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........186
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...; logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 36 See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the power management options preset to a ... the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. We recommend that your computer...
...; logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 36 See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the power management options preset to a ... the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. We recommend that your computer...
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... the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to withstand the rigors of the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety...
... the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to withstand the rigors of the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety...
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...will vary depending on page 47. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC ... those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Overheating ...
...will vary depending on page 47. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC ... those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Overheating ...
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... An overload on a power cord/cable to the computer 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 used) has been fully inserted into the socket... shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger.
... An overload on a power cord/cable to the computer 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 used) has been fully inserted into the socket... shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger.
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...when your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for the first time, avoid leaving the ...Charging the main battery 49 The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer...
...when your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for the first time, avoid leaving the ...Charging the main battery 49 The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer...
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... to slowly open or close 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 and begin using it. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point...
... to slowly open or close 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 and begin using it. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point...
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This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all those features. Your display contains an extremely large number of ... of time, and depending on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample...
This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all those features. Your display contains an extremely large number of ... of time, and depending on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample...
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... the Start menu. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample... Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The Shut Down menu appears. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
... the Start menu. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample... Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The Shut Down menu appears. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
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...to work. The computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 16 Turn the computer right side up the next time you can verify that the computer has recognized it using... the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Checking total memory"...
...to work. The computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 16 Turn the computer right side up the next time you can verify that the computer has recognized it using... the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Checking total memory"...
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... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the ...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer.
... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the ...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer.
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... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your work. 76 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as...
... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your work. 76 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as...
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...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 one option available for turning off . Getting Started Turning off the computer 77 Options...as memory). Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to memory, so...
...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 one option available for turning off . Getting Started Turning off the computer 77 Options...as memory). Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to memory, so...
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... internal storage drive, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 83. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. For information on using the Sleep command and the main... information will try 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 commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the...
... internal storage drive, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 83. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. For information on using the Sleep command and the main... information will try 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 commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the...
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... when you want the computer 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...
... when you want the computer 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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... Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. 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 the display panel. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image...
... Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. 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 the display panel. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image...
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... files to sleep, select the desired amount of these methods, you first need to be customized. To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which...
... files to sleep, select the desired amount of these methods, you first need to be customized. To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which...