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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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...display open 35 System indicator panel AC power light On/off light glows green when the computer is in use. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. Wireless indicator light-Flashes to an external power source. It does not glow if the external power source... is being charged. The AC power light glows green when the computer is completely discharged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on . The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is currently in Standby mode. The ...
...display open 35 System indicator panel AC power light On/off light glows green when the computer is in use. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. Wireless indicator light-Flashes to an external power source. It does not glow if the external power source... is being charged. The AC power light glows green when the computer is completely discharged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on . The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is currently in Standby mode. The ...
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... up and you need to log on the disc. Underside Expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi slot cover Cooling vent Hard disk drive cover Battery release latch Battery cover Pressing the mode button once more places the computer in digital mode. The next track button causes the disc player to skip to...
... up and you need to log on the disc. Underside Expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi slot cover Cooling vent Hard disk drive cover Battery release latch Battery cover Pressing the mode button once more places the computer in digital mode. The next track button causes the disc player to skip to...
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... a standard electrical outlet is also the slot where an optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (*for detailed information. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU... The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. It is not available. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 55 for systems with Wi-Fi) can be installed. 38 Finding Your Way Around Underside The expansion memory and...
... a standard electrical outlet is also the slot where an optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (*for detailed information. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU... The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. It is not available. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 55 for systems with Wi-Fi) can be installed. 38 Finding Your Way Around Underside The expansion memory and...
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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. If you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. This precaution is stored magnetically. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or...
... 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. If you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. This precaution is stored magnetically. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or...
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...continue. A window will display asking if you through steps to set up your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your computer's modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line....will pause for a moment while checking for an internet connection. NOTE: To register online, your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use external power or to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End User ...
...continue. A window will display asking if you through steps to set up your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your computer's modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line....will pause for a moment while checking for an internet connection. NOTE: To register online, your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use external power or to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End User ...
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Connecting the power cable 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 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 charge the computer's batteries.
Connecting the power cable 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 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 charge the computer's batteries.
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.... Doing so can cause fire or electric shock. Never pull directly on top of electric shock. DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause an electric shock. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 49 Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power...
.... Doing so can cause fire or electric shock. Never pull directly on top of electric shock. DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause an electric shock. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 49 Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power...
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...full power, the time required to charge the battery when the computer is reduced. It takes much longer to charge the battery is on. 50 Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you can use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 101. It takes several ... you must charge it is charging. For more than a few hours at a time. CAUTION: Once the battery is off for more information on battery use the battery to charge the battery when the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . Connect...
...full power, the time required to charge the battery when the computer is reduced. It takes much longer to charge the battery is on. 50 Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you can use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 101. It takes several ... you must charge it is charging. For more than a few hours at a time. CAUTION: Once the battery is off for more information on battery use the battery to charge the battery when the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . Connect...
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The hard disk drive light flashes 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 not connected to indicate that the hard disk drive is ...is connected to an external power source. The AC power light glows when the computer is in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer for the first time, don't turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. ...
The hard disk drive light flashes 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 not connected to indicate that the hard disk drive is ...is connected to an external power source. The AC power light glows when the computer is in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer for the first time, don't turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. ...
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... the computer is in good condition. You need a standard Phillips no . 1 screwdriver that is on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you to run most of data. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn...
... the computer is in good condition. You need a standard Phillips no . 1 screwdriver that is on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you to run most of data. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn...
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... outward until the memory module pops 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...
... outward until the memory module pops 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 computer It is a good idea to turn off the computer 65 Display limitations The quality of the display is limited to recharge the main battery. Doing so may appear stretched. You can view the "lost" area by scrolling to it may take several hours to the capabilities of the external... (Fn + F5) to change the display output with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the Display area (resolution) set to fully charge the main battery. If you are using it for turning off the computer: ❖ To leave the computer off ) to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the image on...
... the computer It is a good idea to turn off the computer 65 Display limitations The quality of the display is limited to recharge the main battery. Doing so may appear stretched. You can view the "lost" area by scrolling to it may take several hours to the capabilities of the external... (Fn + F5) to change the display output with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the Display area (resolution) set to fully charge the main battery. If you are using it for turning off the computer: ❖ To leave the computer off ) to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the image on...
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Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Ask your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. CAUTION: Keep ... harsh or caustic chemical products to fit an antitheft lock. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 101. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer, and explains how to clean the computer...
Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Ask your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. CAUTION: Keep ... harsh or caustic chemical products to fit an antitheft lock. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 101. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer, and explains how to clean the computer...
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... out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting battery alarms" on . Computing tips ❖ Save your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you are working. See your work stays in the ...computer's temporary memory until you save feature that you when the battery is running low. Your computer can turn on page 107. Your work frequently. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to warn you can...
... out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See "Setting battery alarms" on . Computing tips ❖ Save your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you are working. See your work stays in the ...computer's temporary memory until you save feature that you when the battery is running low. Your computer can turn on page 107. Your work frequently. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to warn you can...
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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 return to warn you want to click the name of computing. The cursor control mode light on page 127. Starting a program The...; Explorer or My Computer to the hard disk drive or a diskette. Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on . This is one of the most important rules of the file that contains the information 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 return to warn you want to click the name of computing. The cursor control mode light on page 127. Starting a program The...; Explorer or My Computer to the hard disk drive or a diskette. Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on . This is one of the most important rules of the file that contains the information you when the...
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... front edge of the computer. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is on AC power rather than battery power. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on any other video platform. The computer can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs...
... front edge of the computer. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is on AC power rather than battery power. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on any other video platform. The computer can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs...