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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 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 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 26
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 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 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 26
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... Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 108 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 115 What to do when the main battery runs low ...116 Setting battery alarms 117 Conserving battery power 117...
... Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 108 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 115 What to do when the main battery runs low ...116 Setting battery alarms 117 Conserving battery power 117...
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... you need further assistance 229 Before you contact Toshiba 229 Contacting Toshiba 230 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 231 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password 235 With a password 235 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 236 Power usage mode 237 Standby mode 238...
... you need further assistance 229 Before you contact Toshiba 229 Contacting Toshiba 230 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 231 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password 235 With a password 235 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 236 Power usage mode 237 Standby mode 238...
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... computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 45 before adding...
... computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 45 before adding...
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As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of an incompatible AC adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. Never pull on a power cord/cable to follow the steps in the...power source Your computer requires power to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to charge the computer's battery. Use of fire or other damage to the computer. Always grasp the plug directly. Power cord...
As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of an incompatible AC adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. Never pull on a power cord/cable to follow the steps in the...power source Your computer requires power to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to charge the computer's battery. Use of fire or other damage to the computer. Always grasp the plug directly. Power cord...
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... the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Never attempt to fasten or attach cord in place; Getting Started Connecting to follow this instruction could...
... the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Never attempt to fasten or attach cord in place; Getting Started Connecting to follow this instruction could...
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... for more than a few hours at least three hours with its battery already installed. Once the battery is charged for at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for the...
... for more than a few hours at least three hours with its battery already installed. Once the battery is charged for at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for the...
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... your PC. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time 51 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the computer, Sample opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel...
... your PC. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time 51 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the computer, Sample opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel...
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... the Windows® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk and/ or drive. It is being accessed, you to fully charge the main battery. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off your work.
... the Windows® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk and/ or drive. It is being accessed, you to fully charge the main battery. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off your work.
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... intervals. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work " on page 93 for details. 85 Your work frequently. This feature saves your file...
... intervals. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work " on page 93 for details. 85 Your work frequently. This feature saves your file...
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... station (if applicable to retain a charge. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. This may shorten the life of individual components. Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models...management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at the time of time, the battery will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at maximum capacity and will need to be used to perform at least once...
... station (if applicable to retain a charge. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. This may shorten the life of individual components. Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models...management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at the time of time, the battery will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at maximum capacity and will need to be used to perform at least once...
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... setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to a configuration that stores your computer). It maintains this information for many hours without an AC power source, you . For more information on . TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . The RTC battery charges only while the...
... setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to a configuration that stores your computer). It maintains this information for many hours without an AC power source, you . For more information on . TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . The RTC battery charges only while the...
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... Clock and BIOS memory used to a month when the computer is almost completely discharged. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that the battery charges to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is powered off. When fully charged, it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to its full capacity, wait until...
... Clock and BIOS memory used to a month when the computer is almost completely discharged. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that the battery charges to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is powered off. When fully charged, it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to its full capacity, wait until...
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... the computer powered on . The RTC battery charges when the computer is charging the computer. NOTE It is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working . If the RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main...
... the computer powered on . The RTC battery charges when the computer is charging the computer. NOTE It is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working . If the RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main...
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...the system is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is suspended (using Windows® XP Standby command).... HINT: Be careful not to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. NOTE If the AC power light flashes...
...the system is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is suspended (using Windows® XP Standby command).... HINT: Be careful not to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. NOTE If the AC power light flashes...
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... below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can continue where you are fully charged. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. 116 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left off. Check your work...
... below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can continue where you are fully charged. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. 116 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left off. Check your work...
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... fully discharged. Check the connections for the AC adapter and power cord/cable. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery pack is fully charged. The DC-IN or AC power-light should glow blue, and the battery light should glow amber to a power outlet. 125 Mobile Computing Taking care of operating time,...not turn on , go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord/cable to indicate that the battery pack is not being charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens its life. ❖ If you will not be using the system for five minutes. If the...
... fully discharged. Check the connections for the AC adapter and power cord/cable. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery pack is fully charged. The DC-IN or AC power-light should glow blue, and the battery light should glow amber to a power outlet. 125 Mobile Computing Taking care of operating time,...not turn on , go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord/cable to indicate that the battery pack is not being charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens its life. ❖ If you will not be using the system for five minutes. If the...
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Here are some typical problems and how to work correctly, but the battery will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. The battery does not charge while the computer is not caused by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord/cable. If the error recurs without the memory module ... module. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cord/cable will not charge. Make sure the AC adapter and power cord/cable are interrelated. The AC adapter and power cord/cable work . Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cord/cable or...
Here are some typical problems and how to work correctly, but the battery will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. The battery does not charge while the computer is not caused by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord/cable. If the error recurs without the memory module ... module. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cord/cable will not charge. Make sure the AC adapter and power cord/cable are interrelated. The AC adapter and power cord/cable work . Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cord/cable or...
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...connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maximizing battery power see your computer, and for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Charging batteries" on the most recent software and hardware options for your accessories information that the program... with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will lose its ability to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. 203 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict After a period of time, the battery will need to be replaced. Refer ...
...connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maximizing battery power see your computer, and for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Charging batteries" on the most recent software and hardware options for your accessories information that the program... with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will lose its ability to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. 203 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict After a period of time, the battery will need to be replaced. Refer ...
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... 161 audio .wav files 140 audio features 140 B backing up files 86 battery changing 120 charge indicator light 49, 113 charge not lasting 202 charging 47, 50 conserving power 117 disposal 126 low charge 116 monitoring power 49, 113 not charging 201 power usage hot key 119 power usage mode 237 real-time clock (...RTC) 110 removing 121 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 52 start 130 C CD creating 104 playing an audio 103 CD/...
... 161 audio .wav files 140 audio features 140 B backing up files 86 battery changing 120 charge indicator light 49, 113 charge not lasting 202 charging 47, 50 conserving power 117 disposal 126 low charge 116 monitoring power 49, 113 not charging 201 power usage hot key 119 power usage mode 237 real-time clock (...RTC) 110 removing 121 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 52 start 130 C CD creating 104 playing an audio 103 CD/...