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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 37 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment........39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 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 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 26
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 37 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment........39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 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 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 50 26
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... Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 106 Power management 107 Using additional batteries 107 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining main battery power ....112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...114 Setting battery alarms 114 Conserving battery...
... Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 106 Power management 107 Using additional batteries 107 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining main battery power ....112 What to do when the main battery runs low ...114 Setting battery alarms 114 Conserving battery...
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... 190 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....191 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........192 Memory problems 194 Power and the batteries 195 Keyboard problems 197 Display problems 198 Disk drive problems 200 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 203 Sound ...216 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 217 If you need further assistance 223 Before you contact Toshiba 223 Contacting Toshiba 224 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 225 Toshiba's worldwide offices 225 Appendix A: Hot Keys 227 Volume Mute 227 Password security 228 Without a password 228 ...
... 190 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....191 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........192 Memory problems 194 Power and the batteries 195 Keyboard problems 197 Display problems 198 Disk drive problems 200 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 203 Sound ...216 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 217 If you need further assistance 223 Before you contact Toshiba 223 Contacting Toshiba 224 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 225 Toshiba's worldwide offices 225 Appendix A: Hot Keys 227 Volume Mute 227 Password security 228 Without a password 228 ...
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... the battery is not fully charged 229 Power profile mode 230 Standby mode 231 Hibernation mode 232 Display modes 233 Display brightness 233 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 234 Zooming applications in/out 234 Keyboard hot keys 235 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 236 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer...
... the battery is not fully charged 229 Power profile mode 230 Standby mode 231 Hibernation mode 232 Display modes 233 Display brightness 233 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 234 Zooming applications in/out 234 Keyboard hot keys 235 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 236 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer...
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... for Safety and Comfort. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Getting Started Selecting...
... for Safety and Comfort. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to an authorized service center. Failure to follow these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Getting Started Selecting...
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... before adding external or internal components to your computer. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may be drawn in air by creating a vacuum. These components include, but are...
... before adding external or internal components to your computer. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may be drawn in air by creating a vacuum. These components include, but are...
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Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. When you connect the AC adapter to the computer. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk ... a power source Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket. otherwise, the adapter output plug could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. AC adapter Power cord/cable AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter
Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. When you connect the AC adapter to the computer. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any risk ... a power source Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket. otherwise, the adapter output plug could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. AC adapter Power cord/cable AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter
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... or attach cord in serious injury. never attempt to a power source 49 The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in the AC... adapter 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. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main...
... or attach cord in serious injury. never attempt to a power source 49 The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in the AC... adapter 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. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main...
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... may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the power provided by the AC Adapter to recharge. Your computer's... Power Management utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer. To charge the battery with its battery already installed. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is charged for the first time, avoid...
... may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the power provided by the AC Adapter to recharge. Your computer's... Power Management utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer. To charge the battery with its battery already installed. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is charged for the first time, avoid...
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... configurations for the first time Small bright dots may not have selected all drives are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on battery power. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product series. When the computer is manufactured using high-precision technology. Your computer's ...not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are designed to all of the many possible icons used on your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn on...
... configurations for the first time Small bright dots may not have selected all drives are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on battery power. 52 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product series. When the computer is manufactured using high-precision technology. Your computer's ...not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are designed to all of the many possible icons used on your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn on...
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... locate the memory module slot cover. The operating system turns off or Shut Down, depending on the system (for more information, see "Changing the main battery" on page 118. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the main...
... locate the memory module slot cover. The operating system turns off or Shut Down, depending on the system (for more information, see "Changing the main battery" on page 118. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the main...
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...into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into position. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to... work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in place.
...into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into position. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to... work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in place.
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60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 120. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 ... and slide it out of computer Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Front of the slot.
60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 120. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 ... and slide it out of computer Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Front of the slot.
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... on the operating system installed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/ or drive. It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. If you turn off the power while a disk is off . Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing...
... on the operating system installed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/ or drive. It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. If you turn off the power while a disk is off . Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing...
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...will automatically return to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to where you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored on ...no data is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to the state in which you left off your computer, save your computer for Hibernation mode, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" ...
...will automatically return to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to where you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored on ...no data is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to the state in which you left off your computer, save your computer for Hibernation mode, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" ...
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...a domain server, follow these steps to turn off your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you left off the computer or using the Standby command and... the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, ...
...a domain server, follow these steps to turn off your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you left off the computer or using the Standby command and... the main battery discharges fully, your work before putting your computer. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, ...
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... screen(s) you have turned off light glows blue. Caring for your computer. The computer returns to keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on page 121. Starting again from Standby mode To start it into Standby mode by opening the display panel. NOTE For more information ...about taking care of your computer's battery, see "TOSHIBA Power Management" on page 162. 78 Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer 5 ...
... screen(s) you have turned off light glows blue. Caring for your computer. The computer returns to keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on page 121. Starting again from Standby mode To start it into Standby mode by opening the display panel. NOTE For more information ...about taking care of your computer's battery, see "TOSHIBA Power Management" on page 162. 78 Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer 5 ...
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... feature saves your work since you must restart your computer to the disk. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved.
... feature saves your work since you must restart your computer to the disk. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved.
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..., your data even when you are using the Standby command, in the habit of computing. Check your program's documentation to get in case the main battery discharges before you are working with a document that saves documents at regular intervals. This is a good idea to see if it a file name.
..., your data even when you are using the Standby command, in the habit of computing. Check your program's documentation to get in case the main battery discharges before you are working with a document that saves documents at regular intervals. This is a good idea to see if it a file name.
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...active, allowing your computer while traveling. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 105 Many ...of using your computer to operate at its energy efficiency. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that ...
...active, allowing your computer while traveling. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. You can use it for longer periods while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 105 Many ...of using your computer to operate at its energy efficiency. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that ...