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...computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 46 Installing additional memory (optional 47 Connecting a mouse 53 Connecting a printer 53 Connecting a USB printer ... limitations 58 Connecting an external diskette drive 59 Using an external keyboard 59 Connecting the AC adapter 60 Charging the battery 62 Using the computer for the first time 62 Opening the display panel 62 Turning on the power 63 Activating the...
...computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 46 Installing additional memory (optional 47 Connecting a mouse 53 Connecting a printer 53 Connecting a USB printer ... limitations 58 Connecting an external diskette drive 59 Using an external keyboard 59 Connecting the AC adapter 60 Charging the battery 62 Using the computer for the first time 62 Opening the display panel 62 Turning on the power 63 Activating the...
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... Going into Standby mode more quickly ......... 113 Starting again from Standby 116 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 117 Using additional batteries 118 Battery safety precautions 118 Maximizing battery life 119 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring battery power 122 Determining remaining...
... Going into Standby mode more quickly ......... 113 Starting again from Standby 116 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 117 Using additional batteries 118 Battery safety precautions 118 Maximizing battery life 119 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring battery power 122 Determining remaining...
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... 123 What to do when the battery runs low 124 Setting battery alarms 125 Changing the main battery 126 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 126 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 127 Inserting a charged battery 128 Disposing of used batteries safely 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System . 131...
... 123 What to do when the battery runs low 124 Setting battery alarms 125 Changing the main battery 126 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 126 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 127 Inserting a charged battery 128 Disposing of used batteries safely 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System . 131...
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... hardware conflicts on your own .... 228 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 230 Memory module problems 232 Power and the batteries 232 Keyboard problems 234 Display problems 234 Disk drive problems 236 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems ......... 238 ...problems 251 Modem problems 252 Develop good computing habits 252 If you need further assistance 254 Before you call 254 Contacting Toshiba 254 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 256 Toshiba's worldwide offices 256 Appendix A: Hot Keys 259 Volume Mute 259 Instant password security 260 Without a password 260 With ...
... hardware conflicts on your own .... 228 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 230 Memory module problems 232 Power and the batteries 232 Keyboard problems 234 Display problems 234 Disk drive problems 236 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems ......... 238 ...problems 251 Modem problems 252 Develop good computing habits 252 If you need further assistance 254 Before you call 254 Contacting Toshiba 254 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 256 Toshiba's worldwide offices 256 Appendix A: Hot Keys 259 Volume Mute 259 Instant password security 260 Without a password 260 With ...
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... of the key instead of typing the letter printed on . The 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 ...is on page 79. For more information, see "Monitoring battery power" on the top of the key. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 overlay...front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on page 122. It glows amber while the battery is on. The light flashes amber when the computer is on the top of the key. The ...
... of the key instead of typing the letter printed on . The 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 ...is on page 79. For more information, see "Monitoring battery power" on the top of the key. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 overlay...front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on page 122. It glows amber while the battery is on. The light flashes amber when the computer is on the top of the key. The ...
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... log on the disc. Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Hard disk drive cover *For systems with Wi-Fi Battery cover Battery release latch The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. The next track button causes the disc player to skip to the...
... log on the disc. Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Hard disk drive cover *For systems with Wi-Fi Battery cover Battery release latch The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. The next track button causes the disc player to skip to the...
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...information. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 171. The modem cover protects the built-in modem. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you insert additional memory. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. The... protects the slots where you use your system tray" on page 47 for systems with Wi-Fi). The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. See "Accessing the wireless modules using your computer when a standard electrical...
...information. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 171. The modem cover protects the built-in modem. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you insert additional memory. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. The... protects the slots where you use your system tray" on page 47 for systems with Wi-Fi). The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. See "Accessing the wireless modules using your computer when a standard electrical...
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.... You'll need a special program to be charged before you can use . 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that gets into the computer's keyboard. Leave the computer turned off the computer while it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive-in...
.... You'll need a special program to be charged before you can use . 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that gets into the computer's keyboard. Leave the computer turned off the computer while it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive-in...
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...No, you personal information in the registration window. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on the desktop. 6 Enter you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. Getting Started Setting up your software. 1 From the welcome...not be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. NOTE: To register online, your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the battery, you through steps to continue. Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you must be...
...No, you personal information in the registration window. See "Connecting the AC adapter" on the desktop. 6 Enter you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. Getting Started Setting up your software. 1 From the welcome...not be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. NOTE: To register online, your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the battery, you through steps to continue. Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you must be...
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Connecting the power cable to charge the computer's batteries. 60 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 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. The AC power light on the back of the computer. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.
Connecting the power cable to charge the computer's batteries. 60 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 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. The AC power light on the back of the computer. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.
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... cause fire or electric shock. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. There is a risk of , or apply heat to the power cable. Hold the power ... electrical outlet. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Never pull directly on top of electric shock. The AC power and battery lights glow. Never remove the power plug from the outlet. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 61 Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 ...
... cause fire or electric shock. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. There is a risk of , or apply heat to the power cable. Hold the power ... electrical outlet. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Never pull directly on top of electric shock. The AC power and battery lights glow. Never remove the power plug from the outlet. Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 61 Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 ...
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... the computer turned off for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to charge a fully charged battery can use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on . Continuing to the right and lift the display panel. For more than a few hours at a time.... The less power the computer is on page 117. Connect the computer to charge the battery when the computer is consuming, the faster the battery will charge. 62 Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you must charge it is charging. It takes much longer to a live power ...
... the computer turned off for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to charge a fully charged battery can use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on . Continuing to the right and lift the display panel. For more than a few hours at a time.... The less power the computer is on page 117. Connect the computer to charge the battery when the computer is consuming, the faster the battery will charge. 62 Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you must charge it is charging. It takes much longer to a live power ...
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...when the computer is connected to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently 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 in use . CAUTION: Never turn... off the computer while any drive is not connected 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 122. 64 Getting Started...
...when the computer is connected to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently 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 in use . CAUTION: Never turn... off the computer while any drive is not connected 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 122. 64 Getting Started...
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... panel is on, don't turn off the power. Doing so may damage your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on page 117. If you are connected to fully charge the main battery. Caring for your computer when you automatically return to fit an antitheft lock. Guidelines for..., leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is fully charged. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 99. For information about taking care of your hard disk. Getting Started Powering off the computer 73 Powering off the computer ...
... panel is on, don't turn off the power. Doing so may damage your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on page 117. If you are connected to fully charge the main battery. Caring for your computer when you automatically return to fit an antitheft lock. Guidelines for..., leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is fully charged. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 99. For information about taking care of your hard disk. Getting Started Powering off the computer 73 Powering off the computer ...
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... computer can turn on page 125. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for example, a system...if, for details. 76 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 frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that you are...
... computer can turn on page 125. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for example, a system...if, for details. 76 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 frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that you are...
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...the program file ❖ Use the Run window The tutorial chapter for the Windows® XP operating system gives step-by command, in case the battery discharges before you return to see whether they have four options: ❖ Double-click the icon for starting a program from the Start menu. ..., see "Power Management" on page 194. 82 Learning the Basics Starting a program For information on how to warn you when the battery is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is one of the most important rules of the ...
...the program file ❖ Use the Run window The tutorial chapter for the Windows® XP operating system gives step-by command, in case the battery discharges before you return to see whether they have four options: ❖ Double-click the icon for starting a program from the Start menu. ..., see "Power Management" on page 194. 82 Learning the Basics Starting a program For information on how to warn you when the battery is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on page 125. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is one of the most important rules of the ...
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... frames per second. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is turned off. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on AC power rather than battery power.
... frames per second. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is turned off. For more information, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on AC power rather than battery power.
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... mind and decide to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 99 Powering down the computer When you power down the computer, you have a number of options to...
... mind and decide to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 99 Powering down the computer When you power down the computer, you have a number of options to...
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... system, and then returns to start up the computer. But it uses a little more time and battery power to the state in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down but it first saves the current state of... automatically powers up than restoring it when you left it . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the...
... system, and then returns to start up the computer. But it uses a little more time and battery power to the state in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down but it first saves the current state of... automatically powers up than restoring it when you left it . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the...
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...1 Click Start, Turn off computer. 101 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down Stand by command The Stand by command and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. If your computer is left off computer window appears. Using Turn Off or Shut down If you ...Stand by command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. Be sure to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. The Turn off . NOTE: If you power down or Hibernation. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in memory so that...
...1 Click Start, Turn off computer. 101 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down Stand by command The Stand by command and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. If your computer is left off computer window appears. Using Turn Off or Shut down If you ...Stand by command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. Be sure to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. The Turn off . NOTE: If you power down or Hibernation. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in memory so that...