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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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.... Turn off the computer. 2. Do not turn on the power again until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to...
.... Turn off the computer. 2. Do not turn on the power again until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to...
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...it . Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials 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 external or internal components to ..., a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. The fan draws in by creating a vacuum. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are not limited to your computer's cooling fan Your computer...
...it . Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials 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 external or internal components to ..., a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. The fan draws in by creating a vacuum. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are not limited to your computer's cooling fan Your computer...
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... to follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to charge the computer's battery. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to avoid any metal parts. otherwise...
... to follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to charge the computer's battery. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to avoid any metal parts. otherwise...
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.../cable; Failure to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; Never attempt to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. Never tamper with wet hands. never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. never splice or alter a ...cord/cable; 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 the ...
.../cable; Failure to fasten or attach cord in serious injury. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; Never attempt to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. Never tamper with wet hands. never place heavy objects on the indicator panel glows blue. never splice or alter a ...cord/cable; 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 the ...
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...input from the AC power supply. See "Changing the main battery" on page 120 for information on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces... the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. 50 Getting Started Charging the...
...input from the AC power supply. See "Changing the main battery" on page 120 for information on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces... the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. 50 Getting Started Charging the...
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..., and features used. 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 PC. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn on your screen display when you...
..., and features used. 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 PC. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn on your screen display when you...
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This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on the notebook chassis,... on 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 designed to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Your select model may not be able to accommodate all possible configurations for...chassis are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all drives are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on battery power.
This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on the notebook chassis,... on 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 designed to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Your select model may not be able to accommodate all possible configurations for...chassis are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all drives are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on battery power.
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... Start, Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. 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 - Memory module slot cover Front of computer Sample locating the...) 55 If the computer is on the system). The operating system turns off (or Shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. depending on , begin at step 1; The Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off.
... Start, Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. 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 - Memory module slot cover Front of computer Sample locating the...) 55 If the computer is on the system). The operating system turns off (or Shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. depending on , begin at step 1; The Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off.
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... down on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. 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...
... down on the memory module 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. 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...
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Front of the slot. 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 it on, ... 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. The memory module pops up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it down for at least ten seconds, then...
Front of the slot. 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 it on, ... 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. The memory module pops up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it down for at least ten seconds, then...
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... (even though the computer is a good idea to lose your computer when you are off. If you are not connected to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you to turn off the computer: Turn Off or...
... (even though the computer is a good idea to lose your computer when you are off. If you are not connected to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you to turn off the computer: Turn Off or...
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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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...configuring Hibernation mode" on your work first. Standby holds the current state of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on page 79. Standby mode The Standby command places the computer into ..."Using and configuring Standby mode" on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files...
...configuring Hibernation mode" on your work first. Standby holds the current state of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on page 79. Standby mode The Standby command places the computer into ..."Using and configuring Standby mode" on using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files...
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...Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the...as your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. The easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. ...
...Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the...as your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. The easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. ...
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... work frequently. See "Saving your work since you must restart your software documentation for further information. This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and...
... work frequently. See "Saving your work since you must restart your software documentation for further information. This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and...
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... select the command line from the drop-down list. Saving documents is a good idea to the right of computing. For a program in case the main battery discharges before you return to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\Windows NT\Accessories\Wordpad.exe, then click OK. ❖ If you do not know the...
... select the command line from the drop-down list. Saving documents is a good idea to the right of computing. For a program in case the main battery discharges before you return to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\Windows NT\Accessories\Wordpad.exe, then click OK. ❖ If you do not know the...