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...40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available 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...Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. 17 ...
...40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available 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...Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. 17 ...
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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 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 111...
... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 111...
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... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems...
... system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems...
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... on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. To conserve energy, your... computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer is labeled with the ENERGY STAR...
... on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. To conserve energy, your... computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer is labeled with the ENERGY STAR...
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... Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer...as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that are connected to an authorized service center. If any part of your work area from the power ...
... Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer...as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that are connected to an authorized service center. If any part of your work area from the power ...
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... fan location will vary depending on page 45. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on the computer. ...must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your ...
... fan location will vary depending on page 45. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on the computer. ...must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your ...
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...provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. 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...source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Failure to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible ...
...provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. 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...source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Failure to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible ...
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.... After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes... amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main...
.... After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes... amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main...
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... press or push on and begin using it. 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...
... press or push on and begin using it. 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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...of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your... Using the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when 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 an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing ...
...of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your... Using the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when 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 an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing ...
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...(Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. 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...otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to ...
...(Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. 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...otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to ...
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... system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main...
... system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main...
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...Memory (RAM). otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; TECHNICAL NOTE: You ...the socket latches. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on your computer without your permission to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that the computer has recognized the change...
...Memory (RAM). otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; TECHNICAL NOTE: You ...the socket latches. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on your computer without your permission to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that the computer has recognized the change...
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... Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Hibernation mode...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. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are retained indefinitely. Options for a ...
... Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Hibernation mode...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. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are retained indefinitely. Options for a ...
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... NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from ...Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Be sure to save any open documents and programs to use and configure Hibernation mode see "...
... NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from ...Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Be sure to save any open documents and programs to use and configure Hibernation mode see "...
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..., depending on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is configured, you can be set . Once 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...
..., depending on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is configured, you can be set . Once 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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NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation ...
NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation ...
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... time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer 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. You can place the computer into Sleep mode. Getting...
... time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer 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. You can place the computer into Sleep mode. Getting...
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... off the computer 4 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...
... off the computer 4 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...