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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 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 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 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 28
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... computer 96 Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command 96 Shutting down more quickly 97 Using Hibernation Mode 98 Using Standby Mode 101 Toshiba's online resources 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107
... computer 96 Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command 96 Shutting down more quickly 97 Using Hibernation Mode 98 Using Standby Mode 101 Toshiba's online resources 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107
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... management 108 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 111 Monitoring main battery power 112 Determining remaining battery power 113 What to do when the main battery runs low ...115 Setting battery alarms 115 Conserving battery power 116 Power profiles 117 Changing the main battery 118 Removing the battery from the computer...
... management 108 Using additional batteries 109 Charging batteries 109 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 111 Monitoring main battery power 112 Determining remaining battery power 113 What to do when the main battery runs low ...115 Setting battery alarms 115 Conserving battery power 116 Power profiles 117 Changing the main battery 118 Removing the battery from the computer...
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...164 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........166 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 168 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 172 Disk drive problems 174 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...176 Sound system ...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 191 If you need further assistance 197 Before you contact Toshiba 197 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 199 Appendix A: Hot Keys 201 Volume Mute 201 Password security 201 Without a password 202...
...164 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........166 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 168 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 172 Disk drive problems 174 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...176 Sound system ...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 191 If you need further assistance 197 Before you contact Toshiba 197 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 199 Appendix A: Hot Keys 201 Volume Mute 201 Password security 201 Without a password 202...
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... discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in damage or serious injury. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place...
... discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in damage or serious injury. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place...
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... adding external or internal components to your computer special program to check for viruses. If the fan is not blocked. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer...
... adding external or internal components to your computer special program to check for viruses. If the fan is not blocked. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer...
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... the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in modem to the Internet and click Next. Click Next to charge the main battery you must either connect the built-in which windows appear, may vary according to a power source" on page 128. To register your computer, the Setup...
... the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in modem to the Internet and click Next. Click Next to charge the main battery you must either connect the built-in which windows appear, may vary according to a power source" on page 128. To register your computer, the Setup...
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Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's main battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Connecting the power cord/..., possibly resulting in serious injury. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Setting up your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer. Always grasp the plug directly. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your printer. When you connect the AC adapter to a live electrical outlet...
Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's main battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Connecting the power cord/..., possibly resulting in serious injury. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Setting up your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to the computer. Always grasp the plug directly. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your printer. When you connect the AC adapter to a live electrical outlet...
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.... Never tamper with wet hands. never use nails, staples or similar objects to the unit, the battery indicator light glows green or amber if you have a working battery in serious injury. never attempt to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting ...unit. never run a power cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. Getting Started Connecting to ...
.... Never tamper with wet hands. never use nails, staples or similar objects to the unit, the battery indicator light glows green or amber if you have a working battery in serious injury. never attempt to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting ...unit. never run a power cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. Getting Started Connecting to ...
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... from the AC power supply correctly. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must completely charge the battery. To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC... outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is ...
... from the AC power supply correctly. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer 50 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must completely charge the battery. To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC... outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is ...
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...applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the main battery will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be used . The RTC battery charges when the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and... NOTE: When your computer is attached. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on . Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 turned off , even when AC power is using all of...
...applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the main battery will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be used . The RTC battery charges when the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and... NOTE: When your computer is attached. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on . Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 turned off , even when AC power is using all of...
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... bright dots that may appear on your PC. Small bright dots may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you may appear on your screen display when you to turn on...-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Display latch Sample opening...
... bright dots that may appear on your PC. Small bright dots may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you may appear on your screen display when you to turn on...-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Display latch Sample opening...
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... power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all those features.
... power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all those features.
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... install one or two memory modules. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down - For information on removing the battery, see "Charging batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. depending on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns ...while the computer is on the system) The Turn off . (or shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover ...
... install one or two memory modules. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down - For information on removing the battery, see "Charging batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. depending on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns ...while the computer is on the system) The Turn off . (or shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover ...
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... memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. clip...
... memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. clip...
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... and result in loss of data. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Never turn off the computer while any drive is off) to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows...
... and result in loss of data. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Never turn off the computer while any drive is off) to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows...
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... cable to set up your computer. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 71 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to one of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your printer.
... cable to set up your computer. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 71 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to one of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your printer.
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Computing tips ❖ Save your work " on page 83 for details. 74 Your work since you save feature that can be activated. See your main battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. ...
Computing tips ❖ Save your work " on page 83 for details. 74 Your work since you save feature that can be activated. See your main battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. ...
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Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to do. Saving files 1 On the File menu of saving frequently. If you are using the Standby command, in the habit ...
Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to do. Saving files 1 On the File menu of saving frequently. If you are using the Standby command, in the habit ...
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... to the state in which you want from memory. 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... from the drop-down the computer 99 to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. For more time and battery power than restoring it . Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from...
... to the state in which you want from memory. 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... from the drop-down the computer 99 to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. For more time and battery power than restoring it . Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from...