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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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... 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 Battery safety precautions 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...
... 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 Battery safety precautions 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...
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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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... does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is either on, or both on . For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on /off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disc/disk activity light Wireless indicator light The ...indicator panel AC power light On/off light glows green when the computer is fully charged. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. It glows green steadily when the battery is on and active. The on page 105. The AC power light glows green when the computer...
... does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is either on, or both on . For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on /off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disc/disk activity light Wireless indicator light The ...indicator panel AC power light On/off light glows green when the computer is fully charged. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. It glows green steadily when the battery is on and active. The on page 105. The AC power light glows green when the computer...
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... being able to the preceding track on the disc. Underside Expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi slot cover Cooling vent Hard disk drive cover Battery release latch Battery cover The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. Pressing the mode button once more places the computer in digital mode. Finding...
... being able to the preceding track on the disc. Underside Expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi slot cover Cooling vent Hard disk drive cover Battery release latch Battery cover The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. Pressing the mode button once more places the computer in digital mode. Finding...
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... Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (*for detailed information. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets 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 hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 55 for systems with Wi-Fi) can be installed. It is not available. CAUTION: To prevent possible ...
... Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (*for detailed information. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets 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 hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 55 for systems with Wi-Fi) can be installed. It is not available. CAUTION: To prevent possible ...
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... being used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately, disconnect the AC power adapter, and remove the battery. Occasionally, even new programs you remove a PC Card that gets into the computer's keyboard. Ask your dealer to check for viruses. If two cards are...
... being used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately, disconnect the AC power adapter, and remove the battery. Occasionally, even new programs you remove a PC Card that gets into the computer's keyboard. Ask your dealer to check for viruses. If two cards are...
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...." 4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue. NOTE: To register online, your computer's modem must be connected to charge the battery, attach the AC adapter. Setting up your software. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft... while checking for an internet connection. 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 through steps to set up your software The first time you turn on page 48. A window ...
...." 4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue. NOTE: To register online, your computer's modem must be connected to charge the battery, attach the AC adapter. Setting up your software. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft... while checking for an internet connection. 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 through steps to set up your software The first time you turn on page 48. A window ...
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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. 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. 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.
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. 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. 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.
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...modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the power cable to unplug it. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock. The AC power and battery lights glow. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 49 Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to the power cable. There is... a risk of , or apply heat to a live electrical outlet. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands.
...modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the power cable to unplug it. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock. The AC power and battery lights glow. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 49 Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to the power cable. There is... a risk of , or apply heat to a live electrical outlet. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands.
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... the computer is reduced. It takes several hours to charge the battery is off. For more than a few hours at a time. Once the computer is on . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can charge the battery with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the ...in and turned off or on . It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is connected to power the computer, you can damage the battery. CAUTION: Once the battery is charging. The on battery use the battery to a power outlet, you must charge it. Connect the computer to ...
... the computer is reduced. It takes several hours to charge the battery is off. For more than a few hours at a time. Once the computer is on . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can charge the battery with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the ...in and turned off or on . It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is connected to power the computer, you can damage the battery. CAUTION: Once the battery is charging. The on battery use the battery to a power outlet, you must charge it. Connect the computer to ...
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The AC power light glows when the computer is not connected to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is not lit when the computer is connected to indicate that the hard... disk drive is in use . 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. 52 Getting Started ...
The AC power light glows when the computer is not connected to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is not lit when the computer is connected to indicate that the hard... disk drive is in use . 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. 52 Getting Started ...
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... (optional) Your computer comes with two memory slots, one of which is available for you use a standard Phillips no . 1 screwdriver 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 on , begin at step 1; otherwise...
... (optional) Your computer comes with two memory slots, one of which is available for you use a standard Phillips no . 1 screwdriver 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 on , begin at step 1; otherwise...
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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 ...
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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... the capabilities of the external video device. ❖ If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is set to fully charge the main battery. Guidelines for turning off the computer: ❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the... settings to the hard disk. ❖ If you have work in -use light on the system indicator panel is a good idea to recharge the main battery.
... the capabilities of the external video device. ❖ If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is set to fully charge the main battery. Guidelines for turning off the computer: ❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the... settings to the hard disk. ❖ If you have work in -use light on the system indicator panel is a good idea to recharge the main battery.
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Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to fit an antitheft lock. Cleaning the computer To keep your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on page 91. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings...gives tips on page 101. 66 Getting Started Caring for appropriate cleaning products. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer hard disk, diskette drive, DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CDRW drive. CAUTION: Keep liquid,...
Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to fit an antitheft lock. Cleaning the computer To keep your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on page 91. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings...gives tips on page 101. 66 Getting Started Caring for appropriate cleaning products. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer hard disk, diskette drive, DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CDRW drive. CAUTION: Keep liquid,...
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... 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. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information... about basic features. See "Setting battery alarms" on . You will lose all unsaved work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. Your work , if...
... 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. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information... about basic features. See "Setting battery alarms" on . You will lose all unsaved work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. Your work , if...
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... system's tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for the program on your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you want to work to open the program first, you have four options: ❖ Double-click the icon for starting a program from the... control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on . Your computer can be configured to click the name of computing. Saving your work Before you when the...
... system's tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for the program on your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you want to work to open the program first, you have four options: ❖ Double-click the icon for starting a program from the... control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on . Your computer can be configured to click the name of computing. Saving your work Before you when the...
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... more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on any other video platform. A special feature allows you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is closed or open. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant...
... more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on any other video platform. A special feature allows you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is closed or open. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant...