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...table. Do not use Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by 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... 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 not available in the following table.
...table. Do not use Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by 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... 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 not available in the following table.
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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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Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for working comfortably...computer or cause system failure. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to liquid or moisture can become hot! Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of travel.
Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for working comfortably...computer or cause system failure. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to liquid or moisture can become hot! Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with the underside or surface of travel.
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... be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your software When you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to a power source" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn off the power again until the... in which windows appear, may vary according to complete the setup process. 7 Click Start when the Thank You message appears. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
... be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your software When you can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to a power source" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn off the power again until the... in which windows appear, may vary according to complete the setup process. 7 Click Start when the Thank You message appears. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
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...computer), or use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage... to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure 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 ...
...computer), or use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage... to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure 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 ...
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...setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue or green ...(depending on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE ...
...setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue or green ...(depending on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE ...
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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 ...
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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... switches shown on your computer. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Below are examples of some of the screen while on ...notebook chassis, unless you have all the features and specifications corresponding to all optical drives are designed to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the computer: 1 Make sure...
... switches shown on your computer. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Below are examples of some of the screen while on ...notebook chassis, unless you have all the features and specifications corresponding to all optical drives are designed to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the computer: 1 Make sure...
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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. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down.
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... level when secured in the side of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. 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...
... level when secured in the side of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. 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. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. 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.
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. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. 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.
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...) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you are off ) to fully charge the main battery. It is off . 72 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service...
...) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you are off ) to fully charge the main battery. It is off . 72 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service...
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...the state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to turn off...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 after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. You must turn off your work, system settings, and current ...
...the state of the system is stored on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to turn off...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 after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. You must turn off your work, system settings, and current ...
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... you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you left it, including all open ...your hard disk, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see ...
... you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you left it, including all open ...your hard disk, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see ...
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... to be customized. 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.
... to be customized. 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.
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...to customize your computer's settings There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Moving the computer Before moving your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 109. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer. For information about taking care of your ...the computer in which you can choose. You may also wish to clean the computer. See "Toshiba Utilities" on cleaning and moving your model). To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the...
...to customize your computer's settings There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Moving the computer Before moving your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 109. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer. For information about taking care of your ...the computer in which you can choose. You may also wish to clean the computer. See "Toshiba Utilities" on cleaning and moving your model). To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the...
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... your file to disks (or other removable media) on page 91 for details. ❖ Back up because it unless you last saved. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your software documentation for further information. Label the backup copies clearly...
... your file to disks (or other removable media) on page 91 for details. ❖ Back up because it unless you last saved. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your software documentation for further information. Label the backup copies clearly...
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We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 102 Many of these features active, allowing your ... recharge it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that you are away from an AC outlet. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your...
We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 102 Many of these features active, allowing your ... recharge it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that you are away from an AC outlet. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your...