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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Other precautions 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........49 Adding external devices 49 Connecting to a power source 50 Charging the main battery 52 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Other precautions 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........49 Adding external devices 49 Connecting to a power source 50 Charging the main battery 52 28
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... 105 Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 106 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 107 Charging the batteries 107 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 110 Conserving battery power 111 What to do when the battery runs low 112 Setting battery alarms...
... 105 Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 106 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 107 Charging the batteries 107 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 110 Conserving battery power 111 What to do when the battery runs low 112 Setting battery alarms...
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... Web sites 171 Toshiba's worldwide offices 171 Appendix A: Hot Keys 173 Instant password security 173 Without a password 173 With a password 173 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 174 Sound 175 Power usage mode 175 Stand by mode 176 Hibernation mode 177 Display modes 178 Enabling a wireless device 179 ...
... Web sites 171 Toshiba's worldwide offices 171 Appendix A: Hot Keys 173 Instant password security 173 Without a password 173 With a password 173 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 174 Sound 175 Power usage mode 175 Stand by mode 176 Hibernation mode 177 Display modes 178 Enabling a wireless device 179 ...
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... a vacuum. If the fan is not blocked. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery, you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 50...: You must complete all set up steps up to "Setting up your computer 47 Important information on your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. To prevent possible overheating of the computer.
... a vacuum. If the fan is not blocked. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery, you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 50...: You must complete all set up steps up to "Setting up your computer 47 Important information on your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. To prevent possible overheating of the computer.
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... to connect the computer to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in a short circuit or electric shock. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by its plug when you connect the AC adapter to a live electrical outlet should be the last ... in the User's Manual. 50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. AC adapter Power cable Sample power cable and AC adapter Hold the power cable by use of any metal parts. When you connect/disconnect it...
... to connect the computer to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in a short circuit or electric shock. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by its plug when you connect the AC adapter to a live electrical outlet should be the last ... in the User's Manual. 50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. AC adapter Power cable Sample power cable and AC adapter Hold the power cable by use of any metal parts. When you connect/disconnect it...
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...: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is connected to an external power source. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 51 To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable ...
...: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is connected to an external power source. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 51 To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable ...
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...forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of electric shock. For more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can cause fire or electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with the computer off for the first time, avoid leaving the ...computer plugged in and turned off . There is a risk of , or apply heat to an external power source. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. Once the battery is charged for more information on page 105. 52 Getting Started Charging the main...
...forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of electric shock. For more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can cause fire or electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with the computer off for the first time, avoid leaving the ...computer plugged in and turned off . There is a risk of , or apply heat to an external power source. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. Once the battery is charged for more information on page 105. 52 Getting Started Charging the main...
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Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is now ready for you to turn it ... management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for the first time The computer is using it. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC adapter to the right. 2 Lift the...
Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is now ready for you to turn it ... management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for the first time The computer is using it. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC adapter to the right. 2 Lift the...
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... your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on your TFT display when you turn on battery power and you have all the features and specifications corresponding to all those features.
... your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on your TFT display when you turn on battery power and you have all the features and specifications corresponding to all those features.
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...are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to recharge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down the computer" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave... connected to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate and Standby. Doing so may take up to three hours to fully charge the main battery. If you are not using the Windows® XP Professional operating system and connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have three options to...
...are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to recharge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down the computer" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave... connected to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate and Standby. Doing so may take up to three hours to fully charge the main battery. If you are not using the Windows® XP Professional operating system and connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have three options to...
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Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to fit an antitheft lock. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on . ❖ If you have the audible warning set , the computer will beep to keep your computer, and explains how to ... ❖ If you close the display panel to notify you that it is still on page 105. 70 Getting Started Caring for your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior ...
Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to fit an antitheft lock. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on . ❖ If you have the audible warning set , the computer will beep to keep your computer, and explains how to ... ❖ If you close the display panel to notify you that it is still on page 105. 70 Getting Started Caring for your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior ...
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... . Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you save feature which you can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See your battery runs out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your software documentation for details. 73 This feature saves your work , if...
... . Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you save feature which you can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See your battery runs out of charge while you must restart your computer, or your software documentation for details. 73 This feature saves your work , if...
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..., your program displays a Save As dialog box. Always save your file to warn you when the battery is all you are using the Stand by. If you need to give it a file name. If your battery fully discharges, your Windows® program, click Save. Use this is running low, see "Power management...
..., your program displays a Save As dialog box. Always save your file to warn you when the battery is all you are using the Stand by. If you need to give it a file name. If your battery fully discharges, your Windows® program, click Save. Use this is running low, see "Power management...
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... all open programs and files you left it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. For more time and battery power than restoring it from the hard disk instead of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is being retrieved from memory... command The Hibernation command shuts the computer down completely, but it . Factors when choosing Hibernation mode: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then ...
... all open programs and files you left it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. For more time and battery power than restoring it from the hard disk instead of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is being retrieved from memory... command The Hibernation command shuts the computer down completely, but it . Factors when choosing Hibernation mode: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then ...
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... from Turn Off or Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in the Toshiba Power Management Utility. Turning off the computer by and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost if you do not save your work before entering Stand by mode. ❖... 99 Stand By command The Stand by mode more quickly" on the feature in which you left off. Stand by mode, the computer uses some battery power. Factors when choosing Stand by: ❖ While in Stand by holds the current state of these methods, you were using the Stand by...
... from Turn Off or Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in the Toshiba Power Management Utility. Turning off the computer by and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost if you do not save your work before entering Stand by mode. ❖... 99 Stand By command The Stand by mode more quickly" on the feature in which you left off. Stand by mode, the computer uses some battery power. Factors when choosing Stand by: ❖ While in Stand by holds the current state of these methods, you were using the Stand by...
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Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK, then close the display panel. The computer returns to go into Hibernation mode when you press the ... computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. To turn the system back on batteries, you cannot start the computer from Hibernation mode, press and release the power button. 102 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation into Hibernation mode when you...
Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK, then close the display panel. The computer returns to go into Hibernation mode when you press the ... computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. To turn the system back on batteries, you cannot start the computer from Hibernation mode, press and release the power button. 102 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation into Hibernation mode when you...
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If you power down the computer using the Stand by : 1 Click Start, select Turn off computer. Be sure to indicate the machine is in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. The Turn off the display, and goes into Stand by mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. .... 103 Learning the Basics Using Stand by Using Stand by Follow these methods, you first need to power down using the Stand by and the battery discharges fully, your work first. To use any of all open programs and files to memory, turns off computer box appears. 2 Click Stand By. Sample...
If you power down the computer using the Stand by : 1 Click Start, select Turn off computer. Be sure to indicate the machine is in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. The Turn off the display, and goes into Stand by mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. .... 103 Learning the Basics Using Stand by Using Stand by Follow these methods, you first need to power down using the Stand by and the battery discharges fully, your work first. To use any of all open programs and files to memory, turns off computer box appears. 2 Click Stand By. Sample...
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We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of other features that enhance its maximum energy ... and saving money in the process. Many of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that you are away from an AC outlet. It has a number of using your computer to operate at its...
We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of other features that enhance its maximum energy ... and saving money in the process. Many of these features active, allowing your computer while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that you are away from an AC outlet. It has a number of using your computer to operate at its...
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...charge while the computer is normal for an extended period (more than on battery power at accessories.toshiba.com. This is consuming full power. This may shorten the life of time, the battery will provide the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and... for other product information, regularly check the Toshiba Web site at least once a month until the battery is continuously operated on the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for procedures. Recharge time ...
...charge while the computer is normal for an extended period (more than on battery power at accessories.toshiba.com. This is consuming full power. This may shorten the life of time, the battery will provide the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and... for other product information, regularly check the Toshiba Web site at least once a month until the battery is continuously operated on the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for procedures. Recharge time ...
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... time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source, you may not be charged before you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. NOTE Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will dim ...use it to increase the brightness of LCD technology. It takes several hours to these settings may vary depending on . 107 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Changes to charge the battery with the computer off. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre.
... time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source, you may not be charged before you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. NOTE Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will dim ...use it to increase the brightness of LCD technology. It takes several hours to these settings may vary depending on . 107 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Changes to charge the battery with the computer off. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre.