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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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... in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of your doctor. Turn off the computer. 2. Exposure to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not turn on the power again...
... in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of your doctor. Turn off the computer. 2. Exposure to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not turn on the power again...
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... intake on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. NOTE The cooling fan...
... intake on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. NOTE The cooling fan...
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... turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you must either connect the built-in which windows appear, may vary according to charge the main battery you through steps to set up for an internet connection. Click Next to the Internet and click Next. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45...
... turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you must either connect the built-in which windows appear, may vary according to charge the main battery you through steps to set up for an internet connection. Click Next to the Internet and click Next. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45...
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...serious injury. Connecting the power cord/cable to operate. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Setting up your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to set up other ...damage to charge the computer's main battery. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of an incompatible AC adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical...
...serious injury. Connecting the power cord/cable to operate. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Setting up your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to set up other ...damage to charge the computer's main battery. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk of an incompatible AC adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical...
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... the computer. 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 splice or alter a power cable; never place a power cable near a heat source; Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power ...to fasten or attach cord in place; 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 the unit. Getting Started Connecting to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting...
... the computer. 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 splice or alter a power cable; never place a power cable near a heat source; Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power ...to fasten or attach cord in place; 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 the unit. Getting Started Connecting to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting...
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... source for information on page 118 for several hours with its battery already installed. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ... is time to flash amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply correctly. NOTE If the battery indicator light continues to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. Disconnect the AC cable...
... source for information on page 118 for several hours with its battery already installed. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ... is time to flash amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply correctly. NOTE If the battery indicator light continues to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. Disconnect the AC cable...
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... off for system operation and will be used . Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Continuing 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 ...ready to power the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the battery cannot occur. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on . TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . After that reduces the power ...
... off for system operation and will be used . Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Continuing 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 ...ready to power the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the battery cannot occur. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on . TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off . After that reduces the power ...
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Any small bright dots that may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the ...
Any small bright dots that may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the ...
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... on/off light 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 empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. Below are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the...
... on/off light 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 empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in this guide. Below are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the...
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... on the system) The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. otherwise, skip to locate the memory module slot cover. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. If you install or... computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. You can install one or two memory modules. For information on removing the battery, see "Charging batteries" on page 109. 5 Close the display panel and turn off . (or shut down to step 3. 1 If the computer is on , begin at...
... on the system) The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. otherwise, skip to locate the memory module slot cover. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. If you install or... computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. You can install one or two memory modules. For information on removing the battery, see "Charging batteries" on page 109. 5 Close the display panel and turn off . (or shut down to step 3. 1 If the computer is on , begin at...
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The clips on page 118. 16 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of the memory module snap 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 the memory module connector until the clips...
The clips on page 118. 16 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on either side of the memory module snap 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 the memory module connector until the clips...
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... to a domain server. ❖ If you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down command when connected to fully charge the main battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to turn off your system settings to memory so that, when you are not using the computer... the Shut down ), Hibernate, and Standby. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off...
... to a domain server. ❖ If you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down command when connected to fully charge the main battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to turn off your system settings to memory so that, when you are not using the computer... the Shut down ), Hibernate, and Standby. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off...
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... section gives tips on page 107. 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 computer.
... section gives tips on page 107. 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 computer.
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... tips and provides important information about basic features. See "Saving your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. Computing tips ❖ Save your main battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the disk. HINT: Some programs have an automatic...
... tips and provides important information about basic features. See "Saving your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. Computing tips ❖ Save your main battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the disk. HINT: Some programs have an automatic...
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If you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the habit of saving frequently. Learning the Basics Saving your work 83 Saving your work Before you turn ...
If you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the habit of saving frequently. Learning the Basics Saving your work 83 Saving your work Before you turn ...
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...which you start up again, the computer returns to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. For more time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the system is lost if the main... Options icon. When you left it from memory. Learning the Basics Powering down lists. ❖ When I close the lid 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...
...which you start up again, the computer returns to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. For more time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the system is lost if the main... Options icon. When you left it from memory. Learning the Basics Powering down lists. ❖ When I close the lid 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...