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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Other precautions 45 Setting up your computer 46 Connecting the AC adapter 47 Charging the battery 50 Turning on the computer 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Setting up other devices 54 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Other precautions 45 Setting up your computer 46 Connecting the AC adapter 47 Charging the battery 50 Turning on the computer 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Setting up other devices 54 28
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... Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 128 Changing batteries 129 Taking care of your battery 131 Safety precautions 131 Maximizing battery life 132 Disposing of...
... Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 128 Changing batteries 129 Taking care of your battery 131 Safety precautions 131 Maximizing battery life 132 Disposing of...
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... 197 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own ........198 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 199 Memory problems 201 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems......208 Sound system problems... Modem problems 214 Develop good computing habits 214 If you need further assistance 215 Before you call 216 Contacting Toshiba 216 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 217 Toshiba's worldwide offices 218 Appendix A: Hot Keys 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 227 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree...
... 197 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own ........198 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 199 Memory problems 201 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems......208 Sound system problems... Modem problems 214 Develop good computing habits 214 If you need further assistance 215 Before you call 216 Contacting Toshiba 216 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 217 Toshiba's worldwide offices 218 Appendix A: Hot Keys 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 227 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree...
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...Connecting a mouse" on page 47. To use it. After setting up for an Internet account, you can use external power or to charge the battery, you may want to: ❖ Add more information on installing specific devices, see "Connecting Other External Devices" on page 61. ❖ Install... memory" on page 57. ❖ Connect a local printer. See "Connecting a local printer" on page 57. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be sure to complete "Setting up your computer, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. To register your computer...
...Connecting a mouse" on page 47. To use it. After setting up for an Internet account, you can use external power or to charge the battery, you may want to: ❖ Add more information on installing specific devices, see "Connecting Other External Devices" on page 61. ❖ Install... memory" on page 57. ❖ Connect a local printer. See "Connecting a local printer" on page 57. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be sure to complete "Setting up your computer, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. To register your computer...
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... Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter Hold the power cord/cable by its plug when you connect the AC adapter to charge the computer's battery. Doing so may damage the power cord/cable and result in the User's Manual. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to...
... Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter Hold the power cord/cable by its plug when you connect the AC adapter to charge the computer's battery. Doing so may damage the power cord/cable and result in the User's Manual. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to...
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... the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable 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 unlit when the computer is a risk of the computer. There is not connected...
... the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable 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 unlit when the computer is a risk of the computer. There is not connected...
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... select a power level setting that reduces the power required for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off , the battery should fully charge in about three hours. Connect the computer to power the computer, you must charge it. When the AC adapter is using ...power the computer. If the computer is not consuming full power. When the battery light turns green, the battery is completely charged and ready to ten hours, provided the computer is on, the battery will allow the battery to recharge. If the computer is charged for system operation and will charge in...
... select a power level setting that reduces the power required for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off , the battery should fully charge in about three hours. Connect the computer to power the computer, you must charge it. When the AC adapter is using ...power the computer. If the computer is not consuming full power. When the battery light turns green, the battery is completely charged and ready to ten hours, provided the computer is on, the battery will allow the battery to recharge. If the computer is charged for system operation and will charge in...
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...Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen. Getting Started Turning on the computer 51 For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on your computer. Small bright dots may not be able to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT..., and depending on and begin using high-precision technology. This is manufactured using it. Any small bright dots that may appear on battery power and you may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel...
...Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen. Getting Started Turning on the computer 51 For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on your computer. Small bright dots may not be able to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT..., and depending on and begin using high-precision technology. This is manufactured using it. Any small bright dots that may appear on battery power and you may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel...
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... the power To turn off light on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you turn on the computer for...
... the power To turn off light on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you turn on the computer for...
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... Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that it is off) to fully charge the main battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. With the computer off, it again. ❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer will beep to...
... Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that it is off) to fully charge the main battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. With the computer off, it again. ❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer will beep to...
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...slot is vacant. Toshiba recommends installing a memory module in the secondary slot prior to removing and installing a memory module in the locked position, slide it to step 2. 1 Save your work, then shut down your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is in ...the primary slot, due to complete this , please contact your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to the ease of installation. Installing a memory module in the primary slot....
...slot is vacant. Toshiba recommends installing a memory module in the secondary slot prior to removing and installing a memory module in the locked position, slide it to step 2. 1 Save your work, then shut down your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is in ...the primary slot, due to complete this , please contact your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to the ease of installation. Installing a memory module in the primary slot....
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... place so that secures the memory module cover, then remove the memory module cover. 68 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 1 Memory module cover Locating the sample memory module cover 7 Using a standard Phillips no memory module exists in the slot, proceed to step...
... place so that secures the memory module cover, then remove the memory module cover. 68 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 1 Memory module cover Locating the sample memory module cover 7 Using a standard Phillips no memory module exists in the slot, proceed to step...
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...computer, the module, or both. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you can retrieve it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to the right and open the display panel. 9 Insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the ...Adding memory 2 Unplug the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may have connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down. 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it later. 1 2 Removing the sample retaining screw 8 Turn the computer over and slide the display latch to release...
...computer, the module, or both. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you can retrieve it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to the right and open the display panel. 9 Insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the ...Adding memory 2 Unplug the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may have connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down. 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it later. 1 2 Removing the sample retaining screw 8 Turn the computer over and slide the display latch to release...
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When you turn on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with the two screws. 18 Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches. 19 Replace the retaining screw. 20 Install the battery pack. 21 Turn the computer over and restart it automatically recognizes the additional memory. Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 75 16 Replace the metal brace and the screw. 17 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer, it .
When you turn on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with the two screws. 18 Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches. 19 Replace the retaining screw. 20 Install the battery pack. 21 Turn the computer over and restart it automatically recognizes the additional memory. Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 75 16 Replace the metal brace and the screw. 17 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer, it .
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... in the Slim SelectBay: ❖ DVD-ROM drive ❖ Multi-function drive ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. First, stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on and hot...
... in the Slim SelectBay: ❖ DVD-ROM drive ❖ Multi-function drive ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. First, stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on and hot...
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...add additional hard drive space by inserting a drive into the select bay module. See "Changing batteries" on page 129. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may wish to release the battery. 7 Remove the screw on page 54. 2 Unplug the computer. Removing the sample hard ...upon the original hard drive installed in your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to increase storage capacity by changing the internal drive, or you may have connected. 4 ...
...add additional hard drive space by inserting a drive into the select bay module. See "Changing batteries" on page 129. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may wish to release the battery. 7 Remove the screw on page 54. 2 Unplug the computer. Removing the sample hard ...upon the original hard drive installed in your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to increase storage capacity by changing the internal drive, or you may have connected. 4 ...
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... in the computer's temporary memory until you can turn on page 99 for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of using your computer. Your work stays in a safe place. 87 Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter covers the basics of charge while...
... in the computer's temporary memory until you can turn on page 99 for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of using your computer. Your work stays in a safe place. 87 Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter covers the basics of charge while...
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... to it. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you return to see if it a file name. This is to get in case the main battery discharges before you are working with a document that already has a file name, that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your program's documentation to work. Use...
... to it. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you return to see if it a file name. This is to get in case the main battery discharges before you are working with a document that already has a file name, that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your program's documentation to work. Use...
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...computer, then give the key a quarter turn and remove it. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 122. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to secure your PC Cards in place. 4 Insert the cable's locking end... the computer. The computer is now securely locked. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer.
...computer, then give the key a quarter turn and remove it. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 122. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to secure your PC Cards in place. 4 Insert the cable's locking end... the computer. The computer is now securely locked. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer.
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... if you will be away from your computer for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open any of these steps to shut down the computer: 1 Click the Start button...
... if you will be away from your computer for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open any of these steps to shut down the computer: 1 Click the Start button...