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... yourself comfortable 49 Precautions 52 Setting up your computer 54 Setting up your software 54 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 55 Adding external devices 55 Connecting to a power source 56 Charging the main battery 58 Using the computer for the first time 59 Opening the display panel 59 Turning on the power...
... yourself comfortable 49 Precautions 52 Setting up your computer 54 Setting up your software 54 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 55 Adding external devices 55 Connecting to a power source 56 Charging the main battery 58 Using the computer for the first time 59 Opening the display panel 59 Turning on the power...
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... Starting again from Standby 114 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 115 Toshiba's energy-saver design 115 Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 116 Power management 116 Charging the batteries 117 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring battery power 119 Determining remaining battery power 119 Conserving battery power 120 What to do when the...
... Starting again from Standby 114 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 115 Toshiba's energy-saver design 115 Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 116 Power management 116 Charging the batteries 117 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring battery power 119 Determining remaining battery power 119 Conserving battery power 120 What to do when the...
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... program or document ... 186 Viewing existing key assignments 188 Changing or removing existing key assignments 188 Hotkey utility 188 TOSHIBA Console 189 Customize Your Computer 190 Security 191 Power Management 191 Toshiba Hardware Setup 194 Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong 196 Problems that are easy to fix 196 Problems when you turn... A plan of action 203 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 203 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 205 Memory module problems 207 Power and the batteries 208 Keyboard problems 209 Display problems 210 Disk drive problems 212
... program or document ... 186 Viewing existing key assignments 188 Changing or removing existing key assignments 188 Hotkey utility 188 TOSHIBA Console 189 Customize Your Computer 190 Security 191 Power Management 191 Toshiba Hardware Setup 194 Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong 196 Problems that are easy to fix 196 Problems when you turn... A plan of action 203 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 203 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 205 Memory module problems 207 Power and the batteries 208 Keyboard problems 209 Display problems 210 Disk drive problems 212
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...Modem problems 221 Develop good computing habits 222 If you need further assistance 223 Before you call 223 Contacting Toshiba 224 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 225 Toshiba's worldwide offices 225 Appendix A: Hot Keys 228 Volume Mute 228 Instant password security 228 Without a password 229... With a password 229 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ...... 230 Power usage mode 231 Standby mode 232 Hibernation mode ...
...Modem problems 221 Develop good computing habits 222 If you need further assistance 223 Before you call 223 Contacting Toshiba 224 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 225 Toshiba's worldwide offices 225 Appendix A: Hot Keys 228 Volume Mute 228 Instant password security 228 Without a password 229... With a password 229 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ...... 230 Power usage mode 231 Standby mode 232 Hibernation mode ...
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... when the computer is functioning properly. Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The Network port (RJ45 jack) provides access to a LAN and the LAN is connected to a LAN via Ether Ether a standard Ethernet network cable. The security...
... when the computer is functioning properly. Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The Network port (RJ45 jack) provides access to a LAN and the LAN is connected to a LAN via Ether Ether a standard Ethernet network cable. The security...
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...of a fullsize keyboard. The front panel provides a palm rest to an external power source. System indicator panel AC power Main battery Disc/disk activity On/off light glows green when the computer is in maintaining proper posture while using the computer. The TouchPadTM ... all the functionality of a finger. The system indicator panel provides information about various system functions. The on . The main battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on For more information on page 80. The primary and ...
...of a fullsize keyboard. The front panel provides a palm rest to an external power source. System indicator panel AC power Main battery Disc/disk activity On/off light glows green when the computer is in maintaining proper posture while using the computer. The TouchPadTM ... all the functionality of a finger. The system indicator panel provides information about various system functions. The on . The main battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on For more information on page 80. The primary and ...
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... drive is on , pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in use. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 45 determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the Caps Lock key, glows when you press the Caps Lock key. When this light is being accessed. The disc/disk...
... drive is on , pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in use. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 45 determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the Caps Lock key, glows when you press the Caps Lock key. When this light is being accessed. The disc/disk...
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... instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. The battery release latch secures the battery pack to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from moving, effectively locking the battery pack. When this light is on. For more information, see "Using the... numeric keypad overlay" on page 83. Underside Memory slot cover Battery release lock Battery release latch Battery pack The battery release lock keeps the battery release latch from the computer case. 46 Finding Your Way Around Underside instead of typing the letter ...
... instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. The battery release latch secures the battery pack to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from moving, effectively locking the battery pack. When this light is on. For more information, see "Using the... numeric keypad overlay" on page 83. Underside Memory slot cover Battery release lock Battery release latch Battery pack The battery release lock keeps the battery release latch from the computer case. 46 Finding Your Way Around Underside instead of typing the letter ...
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For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 66 for detailed information. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 122. The memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you insert additional memory. Finding Your Way Around Underside 47 The battery pack contains the battery.
For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 66 for detailed information. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 122. The memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you insert additional memory. Finding Your Way Around Underside 47 The battery pack contains the battery.
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Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" on your software setup choices. See "Connecting to your computer. 54 ... Wizard guides you through steps to set up steps up to "Setting up your software" before you can use external power or to charge the battery, you must complete all set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards...
Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" on your software setup choices. See "Connecting to your computer. 54 ... Wizard guides you through steps to set up steps up to "Setting up your software" before you can use external power or to charge the battery, you must complete all set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards...
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...; Connect a diskette drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 74) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. AC power indicator Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live...
...; Connect a diskette drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 74) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. AC power indicator Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live...
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... the AC adapter into a live wall outlet. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with the computer off. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into the DC-IN on top of the computer. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the back...to the power cable. It takes much longer to a live , the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. For more information on battery use . Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use , see "Running the...
... the AC adapter into a live wall outlet. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with the computer off. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into the DC-IN on top of the computer. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on the back...to the power cable. It takes much longer to a live , the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. For more information on battery use . Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use , see "Running the...
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... may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 59 TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for the first time...
... may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 59 TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for the first time...
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Turning on your display are no media (i.e. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is connected to an external power source. Small bright dots may appear on the ... drives. 2 Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the power button located on page 119. When you locate this button, see "Monitoring battery power" on the top of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using the display panel. The AC power indicator glows when the computer is...
Turning on your display are no media (i.e. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is connected to an external power source. Small bright dots may appear on the ... drives. 2 Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the power button located on page 119. When you locate this button, see "Monitoring battery power" on the top of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using the display panel. The AC power indicator glows when the computer is...
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... domain server. ❖ If you can do this after you are using the computer for a while. If you turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. You can attach one of the computer's USB ports. Each option has its cable to one to your computer provided that the keyboard is off... when not connected to a domain server. ❖ Use the Shut down the computer, you are not using a USB keyboard. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is not supported when using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is USB...
... domain server. ❖ If you can do this after you are using the computer for a while. If you turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. You can attach one of the computer's USB ports. Each option has its cable to one to your computer provided that the keyboard is off... when not connected to a domain server. ❖ Use the Shut down the computer, you are not using a USB keyboard. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is not supported when using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is USB...
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...the computer. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in use. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you can use the Windows® Turn Off command when not ..., speaker grille, and other openings. Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of data. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Powering down command when connected to a domain server instead.
...the computer. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in use. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you can use the Windows® Turn Off command when not ..., speaker grille, and other openings. Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of data. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Powering down command when connected to a domain server instead.
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... disk. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to warn you are working. Your work , if, for details. 79 Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Your computer can turn on page 121. See "Setting...
... disk. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to warn you are working. Your work , if, for details. 79 Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you when the battery is running low. Your computer can turn on page 121. See "Setting...
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Check your programs' documentation to the hard disk drive. See "Setting battery alarms" on how to warn you when the battery is running low. Learning the Basics Saving your work 85 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to see "Windows... save your information will be configured to name a file, see whether they have an automatic save : ❖ A file you are using Standby mode. If your battery fully discharges, your data even when you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the file, and click...
Check your programs' documentation to the hard disk drive. See "Setting battery alarms" on how to warn you when the battery is running low. Learning the Basics Saving your work 85 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to see "Windows... save your information will be configured to name a file, see whether they have an automatic save : ❖ A file you are using Standby mode. If your battery fully discharges, your data even when you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the file, and click...
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... consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down but it first saves the current state of the system is held on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the hard disk. When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating... system, and then returns to reload the operating system, for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off. This is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. Use it when you need to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is turned...
... consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down but it first saves the current state of the system is held on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the hard disk. When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating... system, and then returns to reload the operating system, for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off. This is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up the computer. Use it when you need to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is turned...
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...Standby puts the computer into Hibernation mode more quickly, see "Using Hibernation" on page 106. The battery will be lost . Be sure to the mode in Standby mode. If the battery discharges, your data will be lost if you do not save your work first. Standby holds the ... open programs and files you were using. If you power down the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and battery power than restarting from where you left off. For information about the Hibernation command, see "Going into Hibernation mode more quickly" on page 103...
...Standby puts the computer into Hibernation mode more quickly, see "Using Hibernation" on page 106. The battery will be lost . Be sure to the mode in Standby mode. If the battery discharges, your data will be lost if you do not save your work first. Standby holds the ... open programs and files you were using. If you power down the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and battery power than restarting from where you left off. For information about the Hibernation command, see "Going into Hibernation mode more quickly" on page 103...