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...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..... 17 Approved Countries/Regions for use for use Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
...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..... 17 Approved Countries/Regions for use for use Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
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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 102 Toshiba's energy-saver design 102 Running the computer on battery power 102 Battery Notice 103 Power management 104 Using additional batteries 104 Charging batteries 104 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 105 Monitoring main battery power 106 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...108 Setting battery notifications 109...
... Computing 102 Toshiba's energy-saver design 102 Running the computer on battery power 102 Battery Notice 103 Power management 104 Using additional batteries 104 Charging batteries 104 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 105 Monitoring main battery power 106 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...108 Setting battery notifications 109...
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... system can help you 174 Resolving a hardware conflict 174 A plan of action 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 Optical drive problems 182 Sound system problems 183 PC Card problems 184 Printer problems...
... system can help you 174 Resolving a hardware conflict 174 A plan of action 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 Optical drive problems 182 Sound system problems 183 PC Card problems 184 Printer problems...
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... computer or cause system failure. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of travel. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Remove...
... computer or cause system failure. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of travel. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Remove...
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...Setup Wizard guides you can use external power or to and including "Setting up your software" on page 42. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to complete the setup process. 7 Click Start when the Thank You message appears....up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. The first time you must complete all setup steps up to charge the battery you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. To use it. NOTE The names of Microsoft's End User ...
...Setup Wizard guides you can use external power or to and including "Setting up your software" on page 42. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to complete the setup process. 7 Click Start when the Thank You message appears....up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. The first time you must complete all setup steps up to charge the battery you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. To use it. NOTE The names of Microsoft's End User ...
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... plug directly. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in ... plug from a socket. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to operate. Always use the TOSHIBA AC 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...
... plug directly. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in ... plug from a socket. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to operate. Always use the TOSHIBA AC 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...
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... charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to power the computer,...adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue or green (depending on your model). TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is time to recharge. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC ...
... charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to power the computer,...adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue or green (depending on your model). TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is time to recharge. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC ...
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... press or push on and begin using it. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 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...
... press or push on and begin using it. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 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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.... Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer. 46 Getting Started Using the computer ..., if you have all the features and specifications corresponding to all optical drives are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. Over a period of time, and depending on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to ensure that may not have selected all the...
.... Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer. 46 Getting Started Using the computer ..., if you have all the features and specifications corresponding to all optical drives are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. Over a period of time, and depending on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to ensure that may not have selected all the...
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Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 113. 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 49 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery.
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... the latches and cutouts do not line up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using...
... the latches and cutouts do not line up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
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It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your work. 72 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as ...
It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off your work. 72 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as ...
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...quickly and automatically return to where you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, ...and Sleep. Getting Started 73 Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. You must...
...quickly and automatically return to where you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, ...and Sleep. Getting Started 73 Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. You must...
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.... If you left off the computer For information on how to memory, you will be lost. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to the mode in sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you were using Sleep, see "Using...you left it, including all open documents and programs to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is in which you power down using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. Sleep mode...
.... If you left off the computer For information on how to memory, you will be lost. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to the mode in sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you were using Sleep, see "Using...you left it, including all open documents and programs to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is in which you power down using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. Sleep mode...
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.... The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired 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 under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never.
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...indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are additional custom settings you were using. Closing the display panel After you can choose. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 109. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other... openings. If you place the computer in which you can customize your computer to keep your battery" on cleaning and moving your particular requirements. Caring for details. Refer to clean the computer.
...indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are additional custom settings you were using. Closing the display panel After you can choose. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 109. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other... openings. If you place the computer in which you can customize your computer to keep your battery" on cleaning and moving your particular requirements. Caring for details. Refer to clean the computer.
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.... ❖ Back up because it takes time. See "Saving your files to the disk. HINT: Some programs have a separate backup copy. 84 However, if your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your hard disk suddenly fails, you...
.... ❖ Back up because it takes time. See "Saving your files to the disk. HINT: Some programs have a separate backup copy. 84 However, if your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your hard disk suddenly fails, you...
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Many of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that you can recharge it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. You can use ...are away from an AC outlet. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer to operate at its energy efficiency. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 102 It has a number of other features that enhance...
Many of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that you can recharge it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. You can use ...are away from an AC outlet. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer to operate at its energy efficiency. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 102 It has a number of other features that enhance...