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...-friendly environment....... 43 Keeping yourself comfortable 44 Precautions 47 Setting up your computer 48 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 50 Adding external devices 50 Installing additional memory (optional 51 Connecting a mouse 58 Connecting a printer 58 Connecting a USB printer ...limitations 61 Connecting an external diskette drive 62 Using an external keyboard 62 Connecting to a power source 63 Charging the battery 65 Using the computer for the first time 66 Opening the display panel 66 Turning on the power 66 Activating the ...
...-friendly environment....... 43 Keeping yourself comfortable 44 Precautions 47 Setting up your computer 48 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 50 Adding external devices 50 Installing additional memory (optional 51 Connecting a mouse 58 Connecting a printer 58 Connecting a USB printer ...limitations 61 Connecting an external diskette drive 62 Using an external keyboard 62 Connecting to a power source 63 Charging the battery 65 Using the computer for the first time 66 Opening the display panel 66 Turning on the power 66 Activating the ...
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... Standby 121 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 122 Toshiba's energy-saver design 122 Running the computer on battery power 122 Using additional batteries 123 Battery safety precautions 123 Maximizing battery life 124 Charging batteries 126 Charging the main battery 126 Charging the RTC battery 127 Monitoring battery power 127 Determining remaining battery power 128 Conserving battery power 129 What to do when the...
... Standby 121 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 122 Toshiba's energy-saver design 122 Running the computer on battery power 122 Using additional batteries 123 Battery safety precautions 123 Maximizing battery life 124 Charging batteries 126 Charging the main battery 126 Charging the RTC battery 127 Monitoring battery power 127 Determining remaining battery power 128 Conserving battery power 129 What to do when the...
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22 Contents Setting battery alarms 130 Changing the main battery 131 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 131 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 132 Inserting a charged battery 133 Disposing of used batteries safely 134 Traveling tips 135 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 136 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 137 Finding your way...
22 Contents Setting battery alarms 130 Changing the main battery 131 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 131 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 132 Inserting a charged battery 133 Disposing of used batteries safely 134 Traveling tips 135 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 136 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 137 Finding your way...
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... hardware conflicts on your own .... 213 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 214 Memory module problems 216 Power and the batteries 217 Keyboard problems 218 Display problems 219 Disk drive problems 221 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 223 Sound system problems...Modem problems 228 Develop good computing habits 229 If you need further assistance 230 Before you call 230 Contacting Toshiba 231 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 232 Toshiba's worldwide offices 233 Appendix A: Hot Keys 236 Volume Mute 236 Instant password security 237 Without a password 237...
... hardware conflicts on your own .... 213 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 214 Memory module problems 216 Power and the batteries 217 Keyboard problems 218 Display problems 219 Disk drive problems 221 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 223 Sound system problems...Modem problems 228 Develop good computing habits 229 If you need further assistance 230 Before you call 230 Contacting Toshiba 231 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 232 Toshiba's worldwide offices 233 Appendix A: Hot Keys 236 Volume Mute 236 Instant password security 237 Without a password 237...
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.... Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer for more information. See "Using PC Cards" on . Left side Cooling vents PC Card slots PC Card Battery release latch eject buttons The cooling vents prevent the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can break off . The two stacked...
.... Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer for more information. See "Using PC Cards" on . Left side Cooling vents PC Card slots PC Card Battery release latch eject buttons The cooling vents prevent the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can break off . The two stacked...
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...open Internet button Power button Speaker Function keys TouchPad LCD sensor System indicator panel Volume control dial Headphone out Microphone in jack Screen TOSHIBA Console button Keyboard indicator lights Speaker Keyboard Palm rest CD/DVD control buttons Secondary control button Primary control button This section describes .... 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed , see "Front with the display open the display panel. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the corresponding slots.
...open Internet button Power button Speaker Function keys TouchPad LCD sensor System indicator panel Volume control dial Headphone out Microphone in jack Screen TOSHIBA Console button Keyboard indicator lights Speaker Keyboard Palm rest CD/DVD control buttons Secondary control button Primary control button This section describes .... 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed , see "Front with the display open the display panel. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the corresponding slots.
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...It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is fully charged. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 39... light flashes amber when the computer is being charged. It glows amber while the battery is being accessed. For more information, see "Monitoring battery power" on the top of typing the letter printed on page 127. For more... indicator panel On/off light glows green when the computer is on /off light AC power light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disk/disc activity light The AC power light glows green when the computer...
...It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is fully charged. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 39... light flashes amber when the computer is being charged. It glows amber while the battery is being accessed. For more information, see "Monitoring battery power" on the top of typing the letter printed on page 127. For more... indicator panel On/off light glows green when the computer is on /off light AC power light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disk/disc activity light The AC power light glows green when the computer...
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... set a password for systems with Wi-Fi). Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Battery cover Hard disk drive cover *Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is optional Battery release latch The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (for logging...
... set a password for systems with Wi-Fi). Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Battery cover Hard disk drive cover *Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is optional Battery release latch The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (for logging...
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The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 131. 42 Finding Your Way Around Underside The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available.
The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 131. 42 Finding Your Way Around Underside The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available.
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... new programs you buy from objects that gets into the computer's keyboard. 48 Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that has been used . Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you do spill a liquid that generate strong magnetic fields...
... new programs you buy from objects that gets into the computer's keyboard. 48 Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that has been used . Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you do spill a liquid that generate strong magnetic fields...
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...." 4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to a voice-grade telephone line. The computer will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. A window will pause for a moment while checking for an internet connection. A window will display the message: "An Internet connection could ...online, your computer's modem must attach the AC adapter. Getting Started Setting up your computer 49 To use external power or to charge the battery, you through steps to set up your software NOTE: The names of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and click Next. 3 Enter the ...
...." 4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to a voice-grade telephone line. The computer will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. A window will pause for a moment while checking for an internet connection. A window will display the message: "An Internet connection could ...online, your computer's modem must attach the AC adapter. Getting Started Setting up your computer 49 To use external power or to charge the battery, you through steps to set up your software NOTE: The names of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and click Next. 3 Enter the ...
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... AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to operate. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in the User's Manual. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter CAUTION: Use only... the AC adapter supplied with your computer. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by its plug when you connect the AC adapter to a live electrical outlet should be the last step...
... AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to operate. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in the User's Manual. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter CAUTION: Use only... the AC adapter supplied with your computer. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by its plug when you connect the AC adapter to a live electrical outlet should be the last step...
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...cause an electric shock. It takes several hours to charge a fully charged battery can cause fire or electric shock. Continuing to charge the battery when the computer is on. Charging the battery Before you can charge the battery with wet hands. It takes much longer to power the computer, you ... the AC adapter and power cable. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with the computer turned off or on battery use the battery to charge the battery when the computer is off for more information on . Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on page 122. ...
...cause an electric shock. It takes several hours to charge a fully charged battery can cause fire or electric shock. Continuing to charge the battery when the computer is on. Charging the battery Before you can charge the battery with wet hands. It takes much longer to power the computer, you ... the AC adapter and power cable. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with the computer turned off or on battery use the battery to charge the battery when the computer is off for more information on . Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on page 122. ...
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... power source. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use . The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is currently in use . Getting Started...for the first time, don't turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on your computer will glow when the computer is connected to an external power source. The AC power light on page...
... power source. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use . The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is currently in use . Getting Started...for the first time, don't turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on your computer will glow when the computer is connected to an external power source. The AC power light on page...
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...Off command if you are not using the computer for powering off ) to fit an antitheft lock. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer. Doing so may damage your system settings to the hard disk so that, when you turn off the power. Getting...page 104. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 122. If you are using it for a while. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is off the computer: ❖ If you have work in progress and if you are not connected to a network, use the Hibernate ...
...Off command if you are not using the computer for powering off ) to fit an antitheft lock. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer. Doing so may damage your system settings to the hard disk so that, when you turn off the power. Getting...page 104. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 122. If you are using it for a while. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is off the computer: ❖ If you have work in progress and if you are not connected to a network, use the Hibernate ...
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... memory until you are working. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you save feature that you can be configured to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting... battery alarms" on . Computing tips ❖ Save your file to warn you when the battery is running low. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information...
... memory until you are working. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you save feature that you can be configured to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting... battery alarms" on . Computing tips ❖ Save your file to warn you when the battery is running low. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information...
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... for starting a program from the Start menu. Check your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you when the battery is to click the name of computing. NOTE: Save your programs' documentation to program the button, see "Setting... battery alarms" on page 148. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is running low, see "TOSHIBA Console" on . Your computer can be configured to warn you return to work . To find...
... for starting a program from the Start menu. Check your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you when the battery is to click the name of computing. NOTE: Save your programs' documentation to program the button, see "Setting... battery alarms" on page 148. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is running low, see "TOSHIBA Console" on . Your computer can be configured to warn you return to work . To find...
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... can also write files (including music) to Send To and clicking 3 1/2 Floppy (A:). For more information, see "CD/ DVD control buttons" on AC power rather than battery power. A special feature allows you to play high-resolution video at up a file to a diskette by clicking the file (or files) you want to backup...
... can also write files (including music) to Send To and clicking 3 1/2 Floppy (A:). For more information, see "CD/ DVD control buttons" on AC power rather than battery power. A special feature allows you to play high-resolution video at up a file to a diskette by clicking the file (or files) you want to backup...
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Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down : ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses the Turn Off command if you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, ...
Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down : ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses the Turn Off command if you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, ...
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... computer to the hard disk. Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off the computer, but automatically powers up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down option. When you restart the computer, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and... than the Standby mode, because information is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but it . But it uses a little more time and battery power to start up again, the system does not automatically open the programs and files you were previously using . 105 Learning the Basics Powering down...
... computer to the hard disk. Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off the computer, but automatically powers up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down option. When you restart the computer, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and... than the Standby mode, because information is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but it . But it uses a little more time and battery power to start up again, the system does not automatically open the programs and files you were previously using . 105 Learning the Basics Powering down...