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... the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment 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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
... the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment 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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28
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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...111 Setting battery notifications 111...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...111 Setting battery notifications 111...
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Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something ... hardware conflict 166 A plan of action 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 171 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........173 Optical drive problems 175 Sound system problems ... Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191
Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something ... hardware conflict 166 A plan of action 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 171 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........173 Optical drive problems 175 Sound system problems ... Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191
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... computer to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed... preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you go. Toshiba is set to conserve computer energy. 35 To conserve energy, your work and entertainment ...
... computer to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed... preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you go. Toshiba is set to conserve computer energy. 35 To conserve energy, your work and entertainment ...
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... on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious ... physical contact with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ ...
... on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious ... physical contact with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ ...
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Overheating your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer on a carpet ... to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Getting Started...
Overheating your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer on a carpet ... to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Getting Started...
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...computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or...cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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...
...computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or...cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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...
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... the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the... computer turned off for information on page 115 for more than a few hours at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the...
... the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the... computer turned off for information on page 115 for more than a few hours at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the...
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... not force it beyond the point where it . 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. Opening the...
... not force it beyond the point where it . 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. Opening the...
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... sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on battery power. Your select model may not be able to all of the screen while on your computer. When the... drives are an intrinsic characteristic of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the TFT manufacturing technology.
... sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may appear on battery power. Your select model may not be able to all of the screen while on your computer. When the... drives are an intrinsic characteristic of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the TFT manufacturing technology.
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... the Start menu. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The Shut Down menu appears. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) If... page 115. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
... the Start menu. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The Shut Down menu appears. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) If... page 115. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page ... page 52 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in memory will not be lost. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. If you need to shut down the computer...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page ... page 52 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in memory will not be lost. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. If you need to shut down the computer...
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...Continue; Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the ...To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). NOTE From time ...
...Continue; Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the ...To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). NOTE From time ...
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..., connect the cable to one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. It is off) to fully charge the main battery.
..., connect the cable to one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. It is off) to fully charge the main battery.
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... you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main... battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to where you change your files and make sure all open programs and files you will quickly ...
... you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main... battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to where you change your files and make sure all open programs and files you will quickly ...
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...10070; When starting up again, the computer returns to your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. If you were using Sleep,... see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 81. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less...
...10070; When starting up again, the computer returns to your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. If you were using Sleep,... see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 81. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... OK. Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending 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...
... OK. Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending 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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... Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Edit Plan Settings...
... Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Edit Plan Settings...