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...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. Do not...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. Do not...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 ...
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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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... is compliant, it is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia... more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba notebook computer, 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 ENERGY STAR® logo on using...
... is compliant, it is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia... more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba notebook computer, 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 ENERGY STAR® logo on using...
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...follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of travel. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity...such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or ...
...follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of travel. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity...such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or ...
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...on or when an AC adaptor is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCard®. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs... those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer ...
...on or when an AC adaptor is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCard®. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs... those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer ...
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...result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always confirm that may have been 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, to charge the computer...'s battery. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to the computer ...
...result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always confirm that may have been 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, to charge the computer...'s battery. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to the computer ...
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... for more than a few hours at a time. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white or green, depending on ... page 114 for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC ...
... for more than a few hours at a time. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white or green, depending on ... page 114 for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC ...
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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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. 48 Getting...
... 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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. 48 Getting...
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...manufacturing technology. This information applies to increase the brightness of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on your computer.... (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. Your select model may appear on your screen display when you turn on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Getting Started ...
...manufacturing technology. This information applies to increase the brightness of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on your computer.... (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. Your select model may appear on your screen display when you turn on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Getting Started ...
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... Front of the Start menu. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button... computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery.
... Front of the Start menu. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button... computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery.
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...Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 58. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned...memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on . 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer...
...Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 58. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned...memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on . 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on your computer without your permission to work. This is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Checking total memory When you add or ... Start, Control Panel, and then System. NOTE From time to perform the action, click Continue; 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. If unsure, cancel and try again. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on your computer without your permission to work. This is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Checking total memory When you add or ... Start, Control Panel, and then System. NOTE From time to perform the action, click Continue; 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. If unsure, cancel and try again. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on...
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... the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode.... ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is off) to fully charge the main battery. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to memory, so that when you turn on the computer again, you will not be using the computer ...
... the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode.... ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is off) to fully charge the main battery. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to memory, so that when you turn on the computer again, you will not be using the computer ...
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...mode" on page 78. 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 . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Be sure to use and ...can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. NOTE After your computer sleeps for...
...mode" on page 78. 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 . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Be sure to use and ...can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. NOTE After your computer sleeps for...
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... 77 Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options 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...
... 77 Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options 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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... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 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...
... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 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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... these methods, you first need to be customized. You can place the computer into Sleep mode. To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never.
... these methods, you first need to be customized. You can place the computer into Sleep mode. To use any 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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NOTE These options can configure. 6 Select Sleep 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 ...
NOTE These options can configure. 6 Select Sleep 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 ...