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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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Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. If any part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause ...
Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. If any part of your doctor. Remove the battery pack. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause ...
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... be located on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to help you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer...
... be located on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to help you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer...
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... windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the main battery you must either connect the built-in modem to set up for an Internet account, you through steps to a telephone line or establish a Local Area...
... windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the main battery you must either connect the built-in modem to set up for an Internet account, you through steps to a telephone line or establish a Local Area...
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... a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's main battery. Use of fire or other devices You may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury... in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your printer. Never pull on page 69. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage ...
... a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's main battery. Use of fire or other devices You may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury... in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your printer. Never pull on page 69. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage ...
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...or disconnect a power plug with the power cable or plug; When an AC adapter is connected to the unit, the battery indicator light glows green or amber if you have a working battery in serious injury. never place a power cable near a heat source; never attempt to a live electrical outlet. never ... with wet hands. Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never bend or twist a power cable; never run a power cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; never splice or alter ...
...or disconnect a power plug with the power cable or plug; When an AC adapter is connected to the unit, the battery indicator light glows green or amber if you have a working battery in serious injury. never place a power cable near a heat source; never attempt to a live electrical outlet. never ... with wet hands. Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never bend or twist a power cable; never run a power cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; never splice or alter ...
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... source for information on page 118 for several hours with its battery already installed. Before using the main battery to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. 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. NOTE If the battery indicator light continues to flash amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from...
... source for information on page 118 for several hours with its battery already installed. Before using the main battery to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. 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. NOTE If the battery indicator light continues to flash amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from...
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... for more than a few hours at a time. Once the battery is attached. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to select a power level setting that , the main battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the ...power provided by the AC Adapter to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on . Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 turned off. After that reduces the power required for the first time, avoid leaving the...
... for more than a few hours at a time. Once the battery is attached. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to select a power level setting that , the main battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the ...power provided by the AC Adapter to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on . Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 turned off. After that reduces the power required for the first time, avoid leaving the...
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...lift the computer by the display panel. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you to the right. 2 Lift ...the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. 52 Getting Started Using the computer ...
...lift the computer by the display panel. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you to the right. 2 Lift ...the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. 52 Getting Started Using the computer ...
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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 drives are designed to accommodate all the features and icons described in until the...
... 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 drives are designed to accommodate all the features and icons described in until the...
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... is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. For information on removing the battery, see "Charging batteries" on the system) The Turn off . (or shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down - The operating system...
... is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. For information on removing the battery, see "Charging batteries" on the system) The Turn off . (or shut down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down - The operating system...
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... either side of the memory module snap into the socket and level when secured in place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into place when the... memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 15 Re-insert the battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Sample aligning the module into the socket 13 Gently press down on page 118. 16 Turn the ...
... either side of the memory module snap into the socket and level when secured in place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into place when the... memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 15 Re-insert the battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Sample aligning the module into the socket 13 Gently press down on page 118. 16 Turn the ...
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... computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is in use and result in use . With the computer off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you are using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are using the computer for a longer period, you can use the Windows Turn Off...: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate, and Standby. Never turn on page 96. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your system settings to memory so that...
... computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is in use and result in use . With the computer off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you are using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are using the computer for a longer period, you can use the Windows Turn Off...: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate, and Standby. Never turn on page 96. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your system settings to memory so that...
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... ports. Sample optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on -screen instructions to set up your computer. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 71 3 Follow the on page...
... ports. Sample optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on -screen instructions to set up your computer. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 71 3 Follow the on page...
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... chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to reconnect, or your main battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. See your...
... chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to reconnect, or your main battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. See your...
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... programs offer a feature that already has a file name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Learning the Basics Saving your work 83 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save feature. TECHNICAL...
... programs offer a feature that already has a file name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Learning the Basics Saving your work 83 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save feature. TECHNICAL...
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... longer than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the system is held on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the state of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and ...then returns to the state in which you left it. For more time and battery power than restoring it , including all open programs and files you want from memory. Learning the Basics Powering down lists. ❖ When I close ...
... longer than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the system is held on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the state of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and ...then returns to the state in which you left it. For more time and battery power than restoring it , including all open programs and files you want from memory. Learning the Basics Powering down lists. ❖ When I close ...