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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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... is connected to an external power source. System indicator panel On/off light glows green when the computer is 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, pressing an overlay key types... arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 79. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 overlay key moves the cursor in Standby mode. The light flashes...
... is connected to an external power source. System indicator panel On/off light glows green when the computer is 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, pressing an overlay key types... arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 79. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 overlay key moves the cursor in Standby mode. The light flashes...
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... play a CD or DVD. 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
... play a CD or DVD. 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
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.... 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 battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. See "Accessing the wireless... outlet is not available. 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 171. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 47 for systems with Wi-Fi). 38 Finding Your...
.... 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 battery cover provides access to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. See "Accessing the wireless... outlet is not available. 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 171. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 47 for systems with Wi-Fi). 38 Finding Your...
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... important for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. Ask your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers. Overheating of a PC Card can become hot even if only one is reading from or...
... important for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. Ask your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers. Overheating of a PC Card can become hot even if only one is reading from or...
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... first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you wish to register with Toshiba icon on page 60. NOTE: If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. A window will pause ... could not be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the battery, you personal information in the registration window. NOTE: To register online, your computer's modem must attach the AC adapter.
... first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you wish to register with Toshiba icon on page 60. NOTE: If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. A window will pause ... could not be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the battery, you personal information in the registration window. NOTE: To register online, your computer's modem must attach the AC adapter.
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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 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. Connecting the power cable 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 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. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the computer glows when the device is plugged in.
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... the power cable to unplug it. There is a risk of , or apply heat to the power cable. Never remove the power plug from the outlet. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Doing so may cause an electric... the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. The AC power and battery lights glow. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands.
... the power cable to unplug it. There is a risk of , or apply heat to the power cable. Never remove the power plug from the outlet. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Doing so may cause an electric... the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. The AC power and battery lights glow. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet with wet hands.
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...display panel Slide the display latch to a live power outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . The less power the computer is... on page 117. It takes several hours to charge the battery when the computer is consuming, the faster the battery will charge. Using the computer for more information on battery use the battery to a power outlet, you can damage the battery. Connect the computer to the right and lift the display panel...
...display panel Slide the display latch to a live power outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . The less power the computer is... on page 117. It takes several hours to charge the battery when the computer is consuming, the faster the battery will charge. Using the computer for more information on battery use the battery to a power outlet, you can damage the battery. Connect the computer to the right and lift the display panel...
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... is not connected to an external power source. The hard disk drive light flashes 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. 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...
... is not connected to an external power source. The hard disk drive light flashes 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. 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...
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...computer off for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Caring for a while. For information about taking care of your hard disk. For more information, see "Running the computer on... battery power" on page 99. Doing so may damage your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer if you are connected to a Windows® network server (domain server) or the Turn ...
...computer off for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Caring for a while. For information about taking care of your hard disk. For more information, see "Running the computer on... battery power" on page 99. Doing so may damage your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer if you are connected to a Windows® network server (domain server) or the Turn ...
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... configured to the disk. Your computer can turn on page 125. This feature saves your work , if, for details. 76 See "Setting battery alarms" on . You will lose all unsaved work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. ... working. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic...
... configured to the disk. Your computer can turn on page 125. This feature saves your work , if, for details. 76 See "Setting battery alarms" on . You will lose all unsaved work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. ... working. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic...
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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 work to work Before you turn off the computer, save feature. NOTE: Save your programs' documentation to see "Power ...you have an automatic save your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer to warn you when the battery is one of the most important rules of the file that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. Saving your work on...
...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 work to work Before you turn off the computer, save feature. NOTE: Save your programs' documentation to see "Power ...you have an automatic save your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer to warn you when the battery is one of the most important rules of the file that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. Saving your work on...
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..., as well as listen to a CDRecordable (CD-R) or CD-ReWritable (CD-RW) disc. HINT: You 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 you play...
..., as well as listen to a CDRecordable (CD-R) or CD-ReWritable (CD-RW) disc. HINT: You 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 you play...
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... computer When you power down the computer, you have a number of options to choose from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. The Windows® XP Home operating system uses the Turn Off command. Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down command if...
... computer When you power down the computer, you have a number of options to choose from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. The Windows® XP Home operating system uses the Turn Off command. Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down command if...
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...left it from memory. 100 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than restoring it . Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down option. Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off...the computer is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the computer to system settings. But it uses a little more time and battery power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Since Hibernation does not require power to start up than the Standby...
...left it from memory. 100 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than restoring it . Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down option. Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off...the computer is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the computer to system settings. But it uses a little more time and battery power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Since Hibernation does not require power to start up than the Standby...
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...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. Standby stores the current state of the computer in which you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, or are using the... Turn off computer window appears. Factors to save 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 memory so that, when you...
...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. Standby stores the current state of the computer in which you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, or are using the... Turn off computer window appears. Factors to save 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 memory so that, when you...