User Guide
Page 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
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
User Guide
Page 29
... 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 Conserving battery power 110...
... 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 Conserving battery power 110...
User Guide
Page 40
...The names of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and click Next. 3 Enter your desired user name and password, choose a picture to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your software When you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn.... These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use it. 40 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor.
...The names of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and click Next. 3 Enter your desired user name and password, choose a picture to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your software When you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn.... These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use it. 40 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor.
User Guide
Page 42
...shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to remove a plug from a socket. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. 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...
...shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to remove a plug from a socket. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. 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...
User Guide
Page 44
... from the AC power supply. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until... the battery lights glows blue or green (depending on replacing the main...
... from the AC power supply. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until... the battery lights glows blue or green (depending on replacing the main...
User Guide
Page 45
... lift the computer by the display panel. 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 display panel and be careful to slowly open or close the display panel. Do not press or push...
... lift the computer by the display panel. 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 display panel and be careful to slowly open or close the display panel. Do not press or push...
User Guide
Page 52
.... If 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 position. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. The memory module...
.... If 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 position. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. The memory module...
User Guide
Page 55
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. 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.
User Guide
Page 72
...-in-use with 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. If you are not using the computer for a while. It is off your work.
...-in-use with 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. If you are not using the computer for a while. It is off your work.
User Guide
Page 74
...mode. Be sure to save any open programs and files you power down the computer. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of time, the Windows® operating system ...the computer to memory so that, when 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.
...mode. Be sure to save any open programs and files you power down the computer. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of time, the Windows® operating system ...the computer to memory so that, when 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.
User Guide
Page 84
... reconnect, or your file to disks (or other removable media) on it unless you save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in a safe place. It is easy...
... reconnect, or your file to disks (or other removable media) on it unless you save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in a safe place. It is easy...
User Guide
Page 103
.... The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. Published battery life numbers are achieved on . Use only batteries designed to let the battery fully discharge each time. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that shipped with your Toshiba notebook computer. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is helpful to be inaccurate. Please...
.... The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. Published battery life numbers are achieved on . Use only batteries designed to let the battery fully discharge each time. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that shipped with your Toshiba notebook computer. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is helpful to be inaccurate. Please...
User Guide
Page 104
... the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Doing so may also have an optional secondary battery. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. 104 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Power management Your computer ships with the power management options preset to these...
... the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Doing so may also have an optional secondary battery. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. 104 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Power management Your computer ships with the power management options preset to these...
User Guide
Page 105
... AC adaptor to a month when the computer is powered off . Mobile Computing Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. The battery charges whether the computer is on battery power until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10...
... AC adaptor to a month when the computer is powered off . Mobile Computing Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. The battery charges whether the computer is on battery power until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10...
User Guide
Page 106
...Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you an indication of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is low, the ...real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working . NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary by computer model...
...Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you an indication of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is low, the ...real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working . NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary by computer model...
User Guide
Page 107
... of the keyboard). When the on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 107 NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it indicates that the system ...is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. See "Changing the main battery" on page 113 for information on /off light or power ...
... of the keyboard). When the on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 107 NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it indicates that the system ...is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. See "Changing the main battery" on page 113 for information on /off light or power ...
User Guide
Page 108
... on using Hibernation, see "Hibernation mode" on the Notification Area. If you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of the battery. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on the power again, you can : ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main...
... on using Hibernation, see "Hibernation mode" on the Notification Area. If you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of the battery. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on the power again, you can : ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main...
User Guide
Page 110
...the computer depends on again ❖ Use the Windows® power-saving option Plans. 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are various ways in which saves power when you need to choose a Power Plan and ...discuss each power-saving option. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which the...
...the computer depends on again ❖ Use the Windows® power-saving option Plans. 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are various ways in which saves power when you need to choose a Power Plan and ...discuss each power-saving option. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which the...
User Guide
Page 113
... Hibernation mode according to the instructions in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either completely shut down . The battery pack's internal protective device could also damage the battery pack and computer. ❖ Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. Mobile Computing Changing the main...
... Hibernation mode according to the instructions in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either completely shut down . The battery pack's internal protective device could also damage the battery pack and computer. ❖ Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. Mobile Computing Changing the main...
User Guide
Page 233
... 65 printer connecting 70 problem solving 186 printing a file 93 problem solving AC power 177 accessing disk drives 170 battery charge does not last 177 battery not charging 177 cannot insert diskette in drive 182 cannot read a diskette 182 changing display properties 180 checking device properties 175 ...computer hangs when PC Card inserted 185 computer will not power up 169 contacting Toshiba 195, 196 corrupted/damaged data files ...
... 65 printer connecting 70 problem solving 186 printing a file 93 problem solving AC power 177 accessing disk drives 170 battery charge does not last 177 battery not charging 177 cannot insert diskette in drive 182 cannot read a diskette 182 changing display properties 180 checking device properties 175 ...computer hangs when PC Card inserted 185 computer will not power up 169 contacting Toshiba 195, 196 corrupted/damaged data files ...