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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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... operation for Safety and Comfort. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. If any part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to the computer. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If pain persists despite rest, consult your computer, and never expose...
... operation for Safety and Comfort. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. If any part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to the computer. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If pain persists despite rest, consult your computer, and never expose...
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... are not limited to your computer. If the fan is not blocked. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. To use it. NOTE The...
... are not limited to your computer. If the fan is not blocked. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. To use it. NOTE The...
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...to a power source Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of an incompatible AC adapter could hold an electrical charge and...Power cord/cable AC adapter AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury. Failure to...
...to a power source Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of an incompatible AC adapter could hold an electrical charge and...Power cord/cable AC adapter AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury. Failure to...
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... instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in ... is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to connect or disconnect a power plug with the cord...the indicator panel glows blue. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; Never attempt to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter Never tamper with wet hands. never run a cord/cable through a pinch point ...
... instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in ... is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to connect or disconnect a power plug with the cord...the indicator panel glows blue. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; Never attempt to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter Never tamper with wet hands. never run a cord/cable through a pinch point ...
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...more than a few hours at least three hours with its battery already installed. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features...on page 120 for at a time. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for system operation ...
...more than a few hours at least three hours with its battery already installed. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features...on page 120 for at a time. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for system operation ...
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... it. Over a period of time, and depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer 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...
... it. Over a period of time, and depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer 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...
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...model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. 3... this guide. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This information applies to all the features and icons described in until ...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 all of...
...model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. 3... this guide. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This information applies to all the features and icons described in until ...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 all of...
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... step 1; The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off (or...
... step 1; The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 120. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to step 3. 1 Click Start, Turn off (or...
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The memory module should be completely inserted into position. Front of the memory module snap into place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional... down on page 120. The clips 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 position. Front of the memory module snap into place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional... down on page 120. The clips on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery.
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... power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up . 7 Reconnect the cables. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn... hold 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.
... power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up . 7 Reconnect the cables. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn... hold 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.
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... Edition (MCE) and are using the computer for a while. If you turn off the power while a disk is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. It is being accessed, you turn off your work. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system...
... Edition (MCE) and are using the computer for a while. If you turn off the power while a disk is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. It is being accessed, you turn off your work. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system...
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... state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than does turning off the computer. ❖ Since information 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 ...
... state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than does turning off the computer. ❖ Since information 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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...when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. For information on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer on page 79. You should save your unsaved information will be lost. Factors to save... your work first. Be sure to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on page 81. 76 Getting Started Turning off the computer For information on ...
...when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. For information on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer on page 79. You should save your unsaved information will be lost. Factors to save... your work first. Be sure to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on page 81. 76 Getting Started Turning off the computer For information on ...
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...back (where the ports are disconnected. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase an optional computer lock cable. Moving the ...computer Before moving your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. For information ...
...back (where the ports are disconnected. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase an optional computer lock cable. Moving the ...computer Before moving your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. For information ...
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... ❖ Save your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. See your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your file to reconnect...
... ❖ Save your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. See your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your file to reconnect...
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... for it by clicking Start, then Search, and then following the on the hard disk drive or diskette/CD. For a program in case the main battery discharges before you return to see if it has an automatic save your work on -screen instructions. Saving documents is quick and easy, so it...
... for it by clicking Start, then Search, and then following the on the hard disk drive or diskette/CD. For a program in case the main battery discharges before you return to see if it has an automatic save your work on -screen instructions. Saving documents is quick and easy, so it...