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... 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in the following table. Do not use for 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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
... 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in the following table. Do not use for 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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 27
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 27
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... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 113...
... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 113...
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... system can help you 177 Resolving a hardware conflict 177 A plan of action 177 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........178 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 181 Display problems 182 Disk drive problems 184 Optical drive problems 186 Sound system problems 187 ExpressCard® problems 187 Printer problems...
... system can help you 177 Resolving a hardware conflict 177 A plan of action 177 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........178 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 181 Display problems 182 Disk drive problems 184 Optical drive problems 186 Sound system problems 187 ExpressCard® problems 187 Printer problems...
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Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is set to enter the low-power Sleep ... the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 34 Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR...
Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is set to enter the low-power Sleep ... the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 34 Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR...
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... in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. If any part of your work ... direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that are connected to withstand the rigors of the computer. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid ...
... in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. If any part of your work ... direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that are connected to withstand the rigors of the computer. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid ...
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...will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is ... fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer on the computer. Using your computer or ...
...will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is ... fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer on the computer. Using your computer or ...
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...) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Failure to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to remove a plug from a socket. An overload on a power cord/cable to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector...cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or 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,...
...) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Failure to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to remove a plug from a socket. An overload on a power cord/cable to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector...cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or 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,...
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... AC adaptor to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for... information on replacing the main battery. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ...
... AC adaptor to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for... information on replacing the main battery. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ...
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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 the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to a comfortable viewing...
... 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 the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to a comfortable viewing...
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...thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on battery power. Over a period of the screen technology. Your computer's features and specifications Certain ...any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on the notebook chassis...brightness of the icons or switches shown on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you have selected all of the screen will deteriorate. ...
...thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on battery power. Over a period of the screen technology. Your computer's features and specifications Certain ...any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on the notebook chassis...brightness of the icons or switches shown on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you have selected all of the screen will deteriorate. ...
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... system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down...
... system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Do not try to work. Do not remove the memory module while the ... turned on. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you turn it using the screw(s). 15 Re-insert the main battery. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you can verify that the computer has recognized it...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Do not try to work. Do not remove the memory module while the ... turned on. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you turn it using the screw(s). 15 Re-insert the main battery. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you can verify that the computer has recognized it...
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...module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and... have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the ...
...module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and... have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the ...
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... the cable to one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. If you turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to upgrade your work.
... the cable to one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. If you turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to upgrade your work.
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...quickly and automatically return to where you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation...using. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and ...
...quickly and automatically return to where you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation...using. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and ...
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...programs to your hard disk, and then shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. If you power down the computer. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode....unsaved information will try to save any open programs and files you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode.
...programs to your hard disk, and then shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. If you power down the computer. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode....unsaved information will try to save any open programs and files you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode.
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... blue. The computer returns to the screen(s) you put the computer in the Start menu. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... blue. The computer returns to the screen(s) you put the computer in the Start menu. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
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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. 84 Getting Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer 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. 84 Getting Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized.