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... yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 51...
... yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 51...
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... Standby mode more quickly 99 Toshiba's online resources 100 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Using additional batteries 102 Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery 103 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 105 Conserving battery power 106 What to do...
... Standby mode more quickly 99 Toshiba's online resources 100 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Using additional batteries 102 Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery 103 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 105 Conserving battery power 106 What to do...
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17 Contents Changing the main battery 108 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 108 Inserting a charged battery 110 Safety precautions 111 Maximizing battery life 112 Disposing of used batteries safely 113 Traveling tips 114 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 115 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 115 Finding your way around ...
17 Contents Changing the main battery 108 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 108 Inserting a charged battery 110 Safety precautions 111 Maximizing battery life 112 Disposing of used batteries safely 113 Traveling tips 114 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 115 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 115 Finding your way around ...
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... 205 A plan of action 205 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 206 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 207 Memory card problems 209 Power and the batteries 209 Keyboard problems 211 Display problems 211 Disk drive problems 213
... 205 A plan of action 205 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 206 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 207 Memory card problems 209 Power and the batteries 209 Keyboard problems 211 Display problems 211 Disk drive problems 213
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... indicator light-Flashes to an external power source. The light glows amber when the computer is being charged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on and active. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to indicate that wireless device is being accessed... currently in Standby mode. It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is either on, or both on page 105. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 System indicator panel AC power light On/...
... indicator light-Flashes to an external power source. The light glows amber when the computer is being charged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on and active. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to indicate that wireless device is being accessed... currently in Standby mode. It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is either on, or both on page 105. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 System indicator panel AC power light On/...
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... disc. To eject the disc press the button again. Underside Expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi slot cover Cooling vent Hard disk drive cover Battery release latch Battery cover The next track button causes the disc player to skip to the following track on before being able to the preceding track on...
... disc. To eject the disc press the button again. Underside Expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi slot cover Cooling vent Hard disk drive cover Battery release latch Battery cover The next track button causes the disc player to skip to the following track on before being able to the preceding track on...
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..., make sure you use your computer at an optimum temperature. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you do not block the cooling vents. See ... the slot where an optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (*for detailed information. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 55 for systems with Wi-Fi) can be installed. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard ...
..., make sure you use your computer at an optimum temperature. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you do not block the cooling vents. See ... the slot where an optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (*for detailed information. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 55 for systems with Wi-Fi) can be installed. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard ...
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... instability in -use . Turning off the computer while it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer immediately, disconnect the AC power adapter, and remove the battery. This precaution is active. Occasionally, even new programs you receive via diskette, email, or download from a supplier may contain a computer virus. 44 Getting Started Selecting...
... instability in -use . Turning off the computer while it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer immediately, disconnect the AC power adapter, and remove the battery. This precaution is active. Occasionally, even new programs you receive via diskette, email, or download from a supplier may contain a computer virus. 44 Getting Started Selecting...
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Setting up your software The first time you turn on page 48. A window will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. A window will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be chosen." 4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue. NOTE: ... checking for an internet connection. To use it. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use external power or to charge the...
Setting up your software The first time you turn on page 48. A window will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. A window will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be chosen." 4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue. NOTE: ... checking for an internet connection. To use it. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use external power or to charge the...
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48 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to the AC adapter. AC adapter Power cable Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to charge the computer's batteries. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN jack on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. The AC power light on the back of the computer.
48 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to the AC adapter. AC adapter Power cable Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to charge the computer's batteries. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN jack on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. The AC power light on the back of the computer.
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The AC power and battery lights glow. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the power cable to unplug it. Never remove the power plug from the outlet. If ... plug overheats, discontinue use. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 49 Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to the power cable. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands. There is...
The AC power and battery lights glow. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the power cable to unplug it. Never remove the power plug from the outlet. If ... plug overheats, discontinue use. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 49 Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to the power cable. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands. There is...
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...using the AC adapter and power cable. It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is on. Once the computer is reduced. For more than a few hours at a time. CAUTION: Once the battery is not consuming full power, the time required to charge a fully charged... battery can charge the battery with the computer turned off for more information on battery use the battery to power the computer, you can damage the battery. Continuing to charge the battery is connected to a power outlet, you must charge it is...
...using the AC adapter and power cable. It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is on. Once the computer is reduced. For more than a few hours at a time. CAUTION: Once the battery is not consuming full power, the time required to charge a fully charged... battery can charge the battery with the computer turned off for more information on battery use the battery to power the computer, you can damage the battery. Continuing to charge the battery is connected to a power outlet, you must charge it is...
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... the computer is connected to an external power source. The hard disk drive light flashes to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer for the first time Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on page 105. The AC power light...
... the computer is connected to an external power source. The hard disk drive light flashes to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer for the first time Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on page 105. The AC power light...
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... module of either 128, 256, and 512 MB capacity. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of data. If the computer is in good condition. The operating...
... module of either 128, 256, and 512 MB capacity. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of data. If the computer is in good condition. The operating...
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... 1 through 15. 58 Getting Started Setting up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then...
... 1 through 15. 58 Getting Started Setting up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then...
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Doing so may take several hours to recharge the main battery. With the computer off for a longer period, use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display output with the LCD Display Stretch option ... the hard disk. ❖ If you use the Windows® Turn Off command. Turning off the computer It is off) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Display limitations The quality of the display is limited to the capabilities of the external video device. ❖...
Doing so may take several hours to recharge the main battery. With the computer off for a longer period, use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display output with the LCD Display Stretch option ... the hard disk. ❖ If you use the Windows® Turn Off command. Turning off the computer It is off) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Display limitations The quality of the display is limited to the capabilities of the external video device. ❖...
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...hard disk, diskette drive, DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CDRW drive. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your computer, ...For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 91. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer...
...hard disk, diskette drive, DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CDRW drive. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your computer, ...For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 91. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer...
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... 107. 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 when the battery is running low. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. You... will lose all unsaved work, if, for details. 69 Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the disk. See "Setting battery alarms" on . Your work frequently. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you are working.
... 107. 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 when the battery is running low. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. You... will lose all unsaved work, if, for details. 69 Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the disk. See "Setting battery alarms" on . Your work frequently. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you are working.
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... way to start a program is to click the name of computing. If you prefer to open the program first, you when the battery is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on page 107. Your computer can be configured to work on your data even when you are using the Standby command, in... case the battery discharges before you turn off the computer, save your work . Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is one of the most important ...
... way to start a program is to click the name of computing. If you prefer to open the program first, you when the battery is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on page 107. Your computer can be configured to work on your data even when you are using the Standby command, in... case the battery discharges before you turn off the computer, save your work . Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is one of the most important ...
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... such as catalogs, as well as listen to 30 frames per second. The CD/DVD control buttons are not available on AC power rather than battery power. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is turned off. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is...
... such as catalogs, as well as listen to 30 frames per second. The CD/DVD control buttons are not available on AC power rather than battery power. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is turned off. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is...