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Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions 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 Taiwan Vietnam Australia ...UK Austria 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. NOTE An adhoc...
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions 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 Taiwan Vietnam Australia ...UK Austria 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. NOTE An adhoc...
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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. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your work ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Exposure to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface... on the computer and be careful not to withstand the rigors of use, and to drop a heavy object onto the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort.
... computer. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your work ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Exposure to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface... on the computer and be careful not to withstand the rigors of use, and to drop a heavy object onto the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort.
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Setting up your software When you turn on page 42. 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 ... name and password, choose a picture to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you can use it...
Setting up your software When you turn on page 42. 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 ... name and password, choose a picture to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you can use it...
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...or to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Be careful if you 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 a power source Your computer requires power to the computer. Always use a multiple connector. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
...or to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Be careful if you 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 a power source Your computer requires power to the computer. Always use a multiple connector. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
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... correct input from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. 44 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off until... not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge. After that reduces the power required for information on page 113 for system operation ...
... correct input from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. 44 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off until... not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge. After that reduces the power required for information on page 113 for system operation ...
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... the applications, power management settings, and features used. 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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
... the applications, power management settings, and features used. 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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
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...corresponding to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Any small bright dots that all those features. When the computer is operated on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while ...Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your display are empty. Your select model may not be...
...corresponding to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Any small bright dots that all those features. When the computer is operated on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while ...Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on your display are empty. Your select model may not be...
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Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating 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. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating 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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...position. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. Memory slots Front of the module. 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 screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up correctly, repeat steps 12-13.
...position. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. Memory slots Front of the module. 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 screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up correctly, repeat steps 12-13.
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Getting Started 55 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 using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 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.
Getting Started 55 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 using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 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.
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... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you to one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the computer Pressing the power...
... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you to one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the computer Pressing the power...
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...(such as memory). Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to upgrade your...its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down...
...(such as memory). Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to upgrade your...its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down...
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...you were using the Hibernation or Shut down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save any open programs and files you left off. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. ... to the mode in sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer For information on page 79. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-...
...you were using the Hibernation or Shut down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save any open programs and files you left off. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. ... to the mode in sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer For information on page 79. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-...
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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. 80 Getting Started Turning off the computer 1 Click Start, ...
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. 80 Getting Started Turning off the computer 1 Click Start, ...
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... peripheral cables are disconnected. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 109. Caring for details. To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on page 116. There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. For more... (depending on page 136. Moving the computer Before moving your model). For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. See "Toshiba Utilities" on your computer.
... peripheral cables are disconnected. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 109. Caring for details. To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on page 116. There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. For more... (depending on page 136. Moving the computer Before moving your model). For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. See "Toshiba Utilities" on your computer.
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... fails, you will lose all the data on a regular basis. If the network you are using goes down and you last saved. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you have an automatic save it unless you will lose all work since you must restart your...
... fails, you will lose all the data on a regular basis. If the network you are using goes down and you last saved. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you have an automatic save it unless you will lose all work since you must restart your...
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... of other features that enhance its maximum energy efficiency, so that provides power when you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it for longer periods while traveling. We recommend you are away from... conserving energy and saving money in the process. 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 many times. 102
... of other features that enhance its maximum energy efficiency, so that provides power when you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it for longer periods while traveling. We recommend you are away from... conserving energy and saving money in the process. 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 many times. 102