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... yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 47 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the main battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power...
... yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 47 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the main battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power...
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... quickly .......... 95 Starting again from Stand by 96 Toshiba's online resources 96 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 97 Toshiba's energy-saver design 97 Running the computer on battery power 98 Power management 99 Charging the battery 99 Charging the RTC battery 100 Monitoring battery power 101 Determining remaining battery power 101 Conserving battery power 102 What to do when the...
... quickly .......... 95 Starting again from Stand by 96 Toshiba's online resources 96 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 97 Toshiba's energy-saver design 97 Running the computer on battery power 98 Power management 99 Charging the battery 99 Charging the RTC battery 100 Monitoring battery power 101 Determining remaining battery power 101 Conserving battery power 102 What to do when the...
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... 185 A plan of action 186 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 186 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 188 Memory card problems 190 Power and the batteries 190 Keyboard problems 192 Display problems 192 Disk drive problems 194 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems ... 196 Sound system problems 204 PC Card problems... 204 Printer problems 207 Modem problems 208 Develop good computing habits 209 If you need further assistance 210 Before you call 210 Contacting Toshiba 211 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 212
... 185 A plan of action 186 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 186 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 188 Memory card problems 190 Power and the batteries 190 Keyboard problems 192 Display problems 192 Disk drive problems 194 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems ... 196 Sound system problems 204 PC Card problems... 204 Printer problems 207 Modem problems 208 Develop good computing habits 209 If you need further assistance 210 Before you call 210 Contacting Toshiba 211 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 212
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24 Contents Toshiba's worldwide offices 212 Appendix A: Hot Keys 215 Instant password security 215 Without a password 215 With a password 215 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 216 Sound 217 Power usage mode 217 Stand by mode 218 Hibernation mode 219 Display modes 220 Display modes 220 Enabling a wireless device 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 221 Keyboard hot keys 222 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 223 Glossary 224 Index 239
24 Contents Toshiba's worldwide offices 212 Appendix A: Hot Keys 215 Instant password security 215 Without a password 215 With a password 215 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 216 Sound 217 Power usage mode 217 Stand by mode 218 Hibernation mode 219 Display modes 220 Display modes 220 Enabling a wireless device 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 221 Keyboard hot keys 222 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 223 Glossary 224 Index 239
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... turned off. The CD/DVD control buttons let you plug in the AC adapter for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. 30 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the computer turned on.
... turned off. The CD/DVD control buttons let you plug in the AC adapter for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. 30 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the computer turned on.
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... completely discharged. When this light is on. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Indicator lights CD Mode AC Power Battery Disc/Disk Activity Digital Digital DC In Hard Drive Mode The CD mode light goes on in digital mode, when the computer is playing a CD ... Caps Lock key. The CD In light glows green when the computer is on, pressing a letter key on page 101. It glows amber while the battery is being charged. The disc/disk activity light flashes when the Modular Bay drive is in Standby mode. The light blinks when the computer is...
... completely discharged. When this light is on. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Indicator lights CD Mode AC Power Battery Disc/Disk Activity Digital Digital DC In Hard Drive Mode The CD mode light goes on in digital mode, when the computer is playing a CD ... Caps Lock key. The CD In light glows green when the computer is on, pressing a letter key on page 101. It glows amber while the battery is being charged. The disc/disk activity light flashes when the Modular Bay drive is in Standby mode. The light blinks when the computer is...
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... computer while any drive is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in use. Underside Memory slot cover Modular Bay release latch Modular Bay Battery release latch Battery pack When this light is on page 73.
... computer while any drive is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in use. Underside Memory slot cover Modular Bay release latch Modular Bay Battery release latch Battery pack When this light is on page 73.
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... hard disk drive is shown in use one of several possible Modular Bay optical drive modules. See for detailed information. The battery pack contains the battery. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. 38 Finding Your Way Around Underside The Modular... cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you use . A DVD-ROM drive is the computer's permanent data storage device. For information about replacing the battery, see "Using the Modular Bay" on page 105.
... hard disk drive is shown in use one of several possible Modular Bay optical drive modules. See for detailed information. The battery pack contains the battery. The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. 38 Finding Your Way Around Underside The Modular... cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you use . A DVD-ROM drive is the computer's permanent data storage device. For information about replacing the battery, see "Using the Modular Bay" on page 105.
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... needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must complete all set up steps up to "Setting up your software" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you can use it. The ...
... needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must complete all set up steps up to "Setting up your software" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you can use it. The ...
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Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery. DANGER: Hold the power cable by use of any incompatible adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury ... power to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in a short circuit or electric shock. When you connect/ disconnect it. Toshiba assumes no liability for any metal parts. Use of an incompatible adapter. Do NOT pull the cable itself.
Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery. DANGER: Hold the power cable by use of any incompatible adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury ... power to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in a short circuit or electric shock. When you connect/ disconnect it. Toshiba assumes no liability for any metal parts. Use of an incompatible adapter. Do NOT pull the cable itself.
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Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on top of the computer. The AC power and battery lights glow. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the back of , or apply heat to the power cable. If the power cable becomes ...
Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on top of the computer. The AC power and battery lights glow. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the back of , or apply heat to the power cable. If the power cable becomes ...
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... not charge while the computer is charged for more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 98. It takes much longer to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Continuing to charge the battery while the computer is on the applications, power management settings, and features used. NOTE...
... not charge while the computer is charged for more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 98. It takes much longer to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Continuing to charge the battery while the computer is on the applications, power management settings, and features used. NOTE...
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...is in the direction you to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being accessed. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the TouchPad. ❖ To move the cursor ...cursor with the stroke of a finger. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to right. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth...
...is in the direction you to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being accessed. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the TouchPad. ❖ To move the cursor ...cursor with the stroke of a finger. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to right. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth...
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... idea to turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you may take up to three hours to fully charge the main battery. The operating system prompts you to print a test page. 12 If your computer when you are not using the Windows® XP Home version operating... have work in progress and are using it may see various messages indicating the status of your program, you left off ) to recharge the main battery. To complete the setup procedure without printing a test page, click No, then click Next. 13 Click Finish. If you are using the Windows® XP...
... idea to turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you may take up to three hours to fully charge the main battery. The operating system prompts you to print a test page. 12 If your computer when you are not using the Windows® XP Home version operating... have work in progress and are using it may see various messages indicating the status of your program, you left off ) to recharge the main battery. To complete the setup procedure without printing a test page, click No, then click Next. 13 Click Finish. If you are using the Windows® XP...
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... computer, and explains how to clean the computer. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 98. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 87...66 Getting Started Caring for your computer ❖ To leave the computer off the computer while any drive is in loss of your computer's battery, see "Powering down when connected to a domain server instead. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, ...
... computer, and explains how to clean the computer. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 98. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 87...66 Getting Started Caring for your computer ❖ To leave the computer off the computer while any drive is in loss of your computer's battery, see "Powering down when connected to a domain server instead. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, ...
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... in the computer's memory until you are 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 save feature which you when the...
... in the computer's memory until you are 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 save feature which you when the...
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...overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on page 121. Saving your work Before you when the battery is to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box The Windows® XP operating system tutorial chapter gives step-by . ...Windows Explorer. Many programs offer a feature that contains the information you are using the Stand by -step instructions for the program on . If your battery fully discharges, your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows Explorer to double-click the name of the file that saves documents ...
...overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on page 121. Saving your work Before you when the battery is to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box The Windows® XP operating system tutorial chapter gives step-by . ...Windows Explorer. Many programs offer a feature that contains the information you are using the Stand by -step instructions for the program on . If your battery fully discharges, your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows Explorer to double-click the name of the file that saves documents ...
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... shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is held on page 92. For more time and battery power than restarting from Stand by because information is lost if the battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. Factors when choosing Hibernation mode: ❖ While in ... returns to the hard disk. Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 89 2 Select Shut down from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power than restoring it first saves the current state of the computer to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no...
... shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is held on page 92. For more time and battery power than restarting from Stand by because information is lost if the battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. Factors when choosing Hibernation mode: ❖ While in ... returns to the hard disk. Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 89 2 Select Shut down from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power than restoring it first saves the current state of the computer to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no...
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... and files you power down ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Stand by " on page 92. If the battery discharges, your work before entering Stand by mode. ❖ Restarting from where you do not save your data will be lost if you left off... lost . For more information about the Stand by, see "Going into Stand by holds the current state of the computer in Stand by and the battery discharges fully, your work first. Stand by mode more quickly, see "Using Stand by mode. For information about the Hibernation command, see "Going into ...
... and files you power down ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Stand by " on page 92. If the battery discharges, your work before entering Stand by mode. ❖ Restarting from where you do not save your data will be lost if you left off... lost . For more information about the Stand by, see "Going into Stand by holds the current state of the computer in Stand by and the battery discharges fully, your work first. Stand by mode more quickly, see "Using Stand by mode. For information about the Hibernation command, see "Going into ...
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... panel. If you were using. Using Stand by : 1 Click Start, select Turn off computer box appears. 2 Click Stand By. To turn the system back on batteries, you can start it again by Starting again from Hibernation mode, press and release the power button. The Turn off computer. 94 Learning the Basics...
... panel. If you were using. Using Stand by : 1 Click Start, select Turn off computer box appears. 2 Click Stand By. To turn the system back on batteries, you can start it again by Starting again from Hibernation mode, press and release the power button. The Turn off computer. 94 Learning the Basics...