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...Denmark Germany Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do ...40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Hong Kong Taiwan Mexico Brunei New Zealand India Saudi Arabia Canada USA Malaysia 17 Approved Countries/Regions...
...Denmark Germany Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do ...40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Hong Kong Taiwan Mexico Brunei New Zealand India Saudi Arabia Canada USA Malaysia 17 Approved Countries/Regions...
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Contents Introduction 33 This guide 34 Safety icons 35 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 36 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Getting Started 37 Selecting a place to work 37 Creating a computer-friendly environment........37 Keeping yourself comfortable 38 Precautions 38 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 39 Setting up your computer 40 Setting up your software 40 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 Adding optional external devices 41 Connecting to a power source 42 Charging the main battery 44 26
Contents Introduction 33 This guide 34 Safety icons 35 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 36 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Getting Started 37 Selecting a place to work 37 Creating a computer-friendly environment........37 Keeping yourself comfortable 38 Precautions 38 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 39 Setting up your computer 40 Setting up your software 40 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 Adding optional external devices 41 Connecting to a power source 42 Charging the main battery 44 26
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... Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Power management 103 Using additional batteries 103 Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery 104 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring main battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 107 What to do when the main battery runs low ...107 Setting battery notification 108...
... Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Power management 103 Using additional batteries 103 Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery 104 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring main battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 107 What to do when the main battery runs low ...107 Setting battery notification 108...
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... system can help you 172 Resolving a hardware conflict 172 A plan of action 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........173 Memory problems 174 Power and the batteries 175 Keyboard problems 176 Display problems 177 Disk drive problems 179 Optical drive problems 180 Sound system problems 181 PC Card problems 182 Printer problems...
... system can help you 172 Resolving a hardware conflict 172 A plan of action 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........173 Memory problems 174 Power and the batteries 175 Keyboard problems 176 Display problems 177 Disk drive problems 179 Optical drive problems 180 Sound system problems 181 PC Card problems 182 Printer problems...
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...3. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could damage the computer or cause system failure. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖... should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of the computer. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. 38 Getting Started Selecting a place to work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Do not turn on ...
...3. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could damage the computer or cause system failure. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖... should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of the computer. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. 38 Getting Started Selecting a place to work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Do not turn on ...
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Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your user account, and then click Next. 4 Enter the computer name and description and click Next. 5 Click the appropriate ... up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Setting up your software When you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. These components include, but are not limited to and including...
Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your user account, and then click Next. 4 Enter the computer name and description and click Next. 5 Click the appropriate ... up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Setting up your software When you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. These components include, but are not limited to and including...
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... adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to charge the computer's battery. An overload on a power cord/cable to operate. Failure to the computer. ... outlet, or to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor ...
... adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to charge the computer's battery. An overload on a power cord/cable to operate. Failure to the computer. ... outlet, or to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor ...
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...the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. After that reduces the power required for information on your ...model) when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its...
...the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. After that reduces the power required for information on your ...model) when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its...
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... lift the computer by the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 45 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard...
... lift the computer by the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 45 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard...
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... and icons described in this guide. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the screen while on battery power. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn... when you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your computer. When the computer is operated on...
... and icons described in this guide. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the screen while on battery power. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn... when you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your computer. When the computer is operated on...
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... the computer" on page 112. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of...
... the computer" on page 112. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of...
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You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slots Front of ... extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 55.
You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slots Front of ... extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 55.
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 114. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Memory slots Front of the slot. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 114. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Memory slots Front of the slot. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 71 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette...
... 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 71 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette...
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... or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main... off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the...
... or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main... off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the...
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...including all open documents and programs to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Factors to save your hard disk, and then shuts down using . Be sure to ...consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system saves any open programs and files you power down the computer. ...
...including all open documents and programs to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Factors to save your hard disk, and then shuts down using . Be sure to ...consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system saves any open programs and files you power down the computer. ...
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The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings ...
The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings ...
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... from Sleep mode To start it again by the back (where the ports are disconnected. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops...
... from Sleep mode To start it again by the back (where the ports are disconnected. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops...
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... a separate backup copy. 83 Your work frequently. See "Saving your work stays in a safe place. However, if your computer to put off backing up your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data...
... a separate backup copy. 83 Your work frequently. See "Saving your work stays in a safe place. However, if your computer to put off backing up your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data...
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... efficiency, so that provides power when you can recharge it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 101 We recommend you leave these energy-saving features... have been set by Toshiba. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that you are away from an AC outlet. It has a number of using your computer to ...
... efficiency, so that provides power when you can recharge it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 101 We recommend you leave these energy-saving features... have been set by Toshiba. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that you are away from an AC outlet. It has a number of using your computer to ...