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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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... arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. It glows green when the battery is connected to an external power source. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 overlay key moves the cursor in Standby mode... completely discharged. It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being charged. 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 fully charged. When this light...
... arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. It glows green when the battery is connected to an external power source. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 overlay key moves the cursor in Standby mode... completely discharged. It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being charged. 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 fully charged. When this light...
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... is currently playing. 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 next track button causes the disc player to skip to the following track on before being able to eject the disc. Finding...
... is currently playing. 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 next track button causes the disc player to skip to the following track on before being able to eject the disc. Finding...
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...modules using your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 47 for systems with Wi-Fi). 38 Finding Your Way Around... cover protects the slots where you use your system tray" on page 171. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 126. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you insert additional memory.
...modules using your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available. The battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 47 for systems with Wi-Fi). 38 Finding Your Way Around... cover protects the slots where you use your system tray" on page 171. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 126. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the battery module, which lets you insert additional memory.
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... may contain a computer virus. You'll need a special program to help you. 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you use it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive-in its operation. Leave the computer turned...
... may contain a computer virus. You'll need a special program to help you. 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you use it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive-in its operation. Leave the computer turned...
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... click Next to continue. A window will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be connected to charge the battery, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. The computer will display asking if you ...wish to register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. 6 Enter you turn on page 60. Setting up your software The first time you personal information in the registration ...
... click Next to continue. A window will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be connected to charge the battery, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. The computer will display asking if you ...wish to register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. 6 Enter you turn on page 60. Setting up your software The first time you personal information in the registration ...
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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. Connecting the power cable to charge the computer's batteries. 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.
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. Connecting the power cable to charge the computer's batteries. 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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Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of , or apply heat to unplug it. Never pull directly on top of electric shock. The AC power and battery lights glow. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter...
Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of , or apply heat to unplug it. Never pull directly on top of electric shock. The AC power and battery lights glow. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter...
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... to power the computer, you must charge it is off or on . Using the computer for more information on battery use the battery to charge a fully charged battery can use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on /off for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to a live power... and power cable. Connect the computer to the right and lift the display panel. It takes much longer to show that it . CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off light glows green and the...
... to power the computer, you must charge it is off or on . Using the computer for more information on battery use the battery to charge a fully charged battery can use , see "Running the computer on battery power" on /off for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to a live power... and power cable. Connect the computer to the right and lift the display panel. It takes much longer to show that it . CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off light glows green and the...
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...power source. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any 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 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 122. The hard disk...
...power source. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any 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 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 122. The hard disk...
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When the main battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged. The Windows® XP operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you ... longer period, power down the computer" on page 117. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 99. If you are using it for a while. Doing so may damage your hard... first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery.
When the main battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged. The Windows® XP operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you ... longer period, power down the computer" on page 117. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 99. If you are using it for a while. Doing so may damage your hard... first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery.
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... chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to warn you when the battery is running low. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your software documentation... turn on page 125. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that you are working. See your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to the disk. See "Setting...
... chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to warn you when the battery is running low. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your software documentation... turn on page 125. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that you are working. See your battery runs out of charge while you can be configured to the disk. See "Setting...
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...or Windows® Explorer. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on page 125. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on page 142. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is one of the most important rules of the... first, you are using the Stand by -step instructions for the Windows® XP operating system gives step-by command, in case the battery discharges before you turn off the computer, save feature. 82 Learning the Basics Starting a program For information on how to see whether they ...
...or Windows® Explorer. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on page 125. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on page 142. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is one of the most important rules of the... first, you are using the Stand by -step instructions for the Windows® XP operating system gives step-by command, in case the battery discharges before you turn off the computer, save feature. 82 Learning the Basics Starting a program For information on how to see whether they ...
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... music. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that can play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power. Playing a CD or DVD Your computer may have a DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW, CD-ROM or CD-R/CD-RW drive that are not...
... music. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that can play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power. Playing a CD or DVD Your computer may have a DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW, CD-ROM or CD-R/CD-RW drive that are not...
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... command. The Windows® XP Pro operating system uses the Shut down : ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to...
... command. The Windows® XP Pro operating system uses the Shut down : ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to...
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... command The Hibernation command powers off the computer, but automatically powers up the computer. Use it when you left it uses a little more time and battery power to start up than the Standby mode, because information is in which you left it first saves the current state of from memory. When..., the system settings are retained indefinitely. 100 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down but it , and opens all the programs and files you were previously using .
... command The Hibernation command powers off the computer, but automatically powers up the computer. Use it when you left it uses a little more time and battery power to start up than the Standby mode, because information is in which you left it first saves the current state of from memory. When..., the system settings are retained indefinitely. 100 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down but it , and opens all the programs and files you were previously using .
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... is left in Standby mode for an extended period, your computer could lose data. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off, Shut down or Hibernation. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. NOTE: If... puts the computer into a powersaving mode. 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. Using Turn Off or Shut down If you left it, and opens all the programs and files you...
... is left in Standby mode for an extended period, your computer could lose data. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off, Shut down or Hibernation. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. NOTE: If... puts the computer into a powersaving mode. 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. Using Turn Off or Shut down If you left it, and opens all the programs and files you...