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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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... CD or DVD Discs 106 Toshiba's online resources 107 Chapter 3: Mobile 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...
... CD or DVD Discs 106 Toshiba's online resources 107 Chapter 3: Mobile 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...
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... conflict 196 A plan of action 196 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....197 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........198 Memory problems 200 Power and the batteries 201 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 209 Sound system problems 210...
... conflict 196 A plan of action 196 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....197 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........198 Memory problems 200 Power and the batteries 201 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 209 Sound system problems 210...
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 223 If 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 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 223 If 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 ...
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..., consult your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Do not turn on the power again until you experience discomfort...
..., consult your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Do not turn on the power again until you experience discomfort...
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... located on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on page 47. These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery you can use it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to a power source" on the cooling.... Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by...
... located on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on page 47. These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery you can use it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to a power source" on the cooling.... Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by...
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...47 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to...result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in the User's Guide. When you connect the AC adapter to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious ...
...47 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to...result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in the User's Guide. When you connect the AC adapter to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious ...
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...twist a cord/cable; never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. Never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in place; never run a cord/cable through a pinch point ... never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. Never tamper with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in ...
...twist a cord/cable; never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. Never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in place; never run a cord/cable through a pinch point ... never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. Never tamper with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in ...
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...turned off . TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the power provided by the AC Adapter to power... the computer. 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for...
...turned off . TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the power provided by the AC Adapter to power... the computer. 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for...
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... the display panel. 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 vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage...
... the display panel. 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 vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage...
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This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. 3 Press ...the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for the... have all those features. Below are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on battery power. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series.
This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. 3 Press ...the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for the... have all those features. Below are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on battery power. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series.
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For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 If the computer is on page 120. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer ... cover. The Turn off (or Shut down to locate the memory module slot cover. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off...
For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 If the computer is on page 120. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer ... cover. The Turn off (or Shut down to locate the memory module slot cover. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off...
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...clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of computer Memory slots Sample inserting the memory module into the slot Do not force the memory module into ...optional) 13 Gently press down on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into place when the memory module is properly inserted. Front of the memory module snap into the ...
...clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of computer Memory slots Sample inserting the memory module into the slot Do not force the memory module into ...optional) 13 Gently press down on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into place when the memory module is properly inserted. Front of the memory module snap into the ...
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... slide it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables.
... slide it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables.
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... not using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause...
... not using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause...
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... mode does not require power to the hard disk. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down or turn on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a ...little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in progress and are...
... mode does not require power to the hard disk. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down or turn on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a ...little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in progress and are...
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...using Standby, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 81. Be sure to the mode in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main... than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer on your hard disk. You should save your unsaved information will be lost. Factors to ...
...using Standby, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 81. Be sure to the mode in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main... than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer on your hard disk. You should save your unsaved information will be lost. Factors to ...
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Getting Started Caring for your computer 83 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. For more information on cleaning and moving your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep... a heavy object such as your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Moving the computer Before moving your battery" on page 123.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 83 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. For more information on cleaning and moving your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep... a heavy object such as your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Moving the computer Before moving your battery" on page 123.
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... basic features. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work " on page 93 for details. 85 Computing tips ❖ Save your file...
... basic features. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work " on page 93 for details. 85 Computing tips ❖ Save your file...
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... Windows® folder, type just the program name. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you turn off the computer, save feature. Check your program's documentation to the right of the text box and select the command line...
... Windows® folder, type just the program name. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you turn off the computer, save feature. Check your program's documentation to the right of the text box and select the command line...