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...Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do ...40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function 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 Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam...
...Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do ...40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function 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 Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam...
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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 36 Other documentation 37 Service options 37 Chapter 1: Getting Started 38 Selecting a place to work 38 Creating a computer-friendly environment........38 Keeping yourself comfortable 39 Precautions 39 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 40 Setting up your computer 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 42 Adding optional external devices 42 Connecting to a power source 43 Charging the main battery 45 27
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 36 Other documentation 37 Service options 37 Chapter 1: Getting Started 38 Selecting a place to work 38 Creating a computer-friendly environment........38 Keeping yourself comfortable 39 Precautions 39 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 40 Setting up your computer 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 42 Adding optional external devices 42 Connecting to a power source 43 Charging the main battery 45 27
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... Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Power management 103 Using additional batteries 103 Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery 104 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring main battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 107 What to do when the main battery runs low ...107 Setting battery notifications 108...
... Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Power management 103 Using additional batteries 103 Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery 104 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring main battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 107 What to do when the main battery runs low ...107 Setting battery notifications 108...
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32 Contents CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 152 TOSHIBA Accessibility 153 ConfigFree 154 Getting Started 154 ConfigFree Utilities 155 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 158 Problems that are easy to fix 158 Problems when ... system can help you 164 Resolving a hardware conflict 164 A plan of action 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 167 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 169 Disk drive problems 171 Optical drive problems 173 Sound system problems 174 PC Card problems 174 ExpressCard™...
32 Contents CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 152 TOSHIBA Accessibility 153 ConfigFree 154 Getting Started 154 ConfigFree Utilities 155 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 158 Problems that are easy to fix 158 Problems when ... system can help you 164 Resolving a hardware conflict 164 A plan of action 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 167 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 169 Disk drive problems 171 Optical drive problems 173 Sound system problems 174 PC Card problems 174 ExpressCard™...
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... to withstand the rigors of use, and to drop a heavy object onto the computer. If any part of the computer. Remove the battery pack. It could result in damage or serious injury. Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort.... Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your work ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖...
... to withstand the rigors of use, and to drop a heavy object onto the computer. If any part of the computer. Remove the battery pack. It could result in damage or serious injury. Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort.... Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your work ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖...
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Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your user account, and then click Next. 4 Enter the computer name and choose your background and then click Next. 5 ... name and password, choose a picture to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use it. The Windows® operating system checks the system's performance, and then may vary according to your software setup choices. Getting Started...
Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your user account, and then click Next. 4 Enter the computer name and choose your background and then click Next. 5 ... name and password, choose a picture to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use it. The Windows® operating system checks the system's performance, and then may vary according to your software setup choices. Getting Started...
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...electrical outlet, or to operate. An overload on a power cord/cable to the computer. 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 socket... may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury...
...electrical outlet, or to operate. An overload on a power cord/cable to the computer. 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 socket... may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury...
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...adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer. Disconnect... not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. After that, the battery will allow the battery to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for information on page 111 for system operation and will be...
...adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer. Disconnect... not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. After that, the battery will allow the battery to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for information on page 111 for system operation and will be...
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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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. Do not press or push on the display panel...
... 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. Do not press or push on the display panel...
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...select model may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not have selected all the features and icons described in this guide.... This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons ...
...select model may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not have selected all the features and icons described in this guide.... This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons ...
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... module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 111. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor...
... module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 111. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor...
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Slot B is the top slot.If only one memory module is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48 to be installed in "Checking total memory" on page 55. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described ... down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
Slot B is the top slot.If only one memory module is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48 to be installed in "Checking total memory" on page 55. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described ... down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
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... have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide 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 ... module" on page 113. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift ...
... have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide 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 ... module" on page 113. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift ...
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... system could cause you to lose your computer when you must turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive...
... system could cause you to lose your computer when you must turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive...
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... are off. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. For... the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use...
... are off. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. For... the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use...
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... on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 78. NOTE After your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it, including all open documents and programs to save any... operating system may save your work first. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in memory, ...
... on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 78. NOTE After your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it, including all open documents and programs to save any... operating system may save your work first. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in memory, ...
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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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... the display panel. The computer returns to the screen(s) you can start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the 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...
... the display panel. The computer returns to the screen(s) you can start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the 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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... 79 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...
... 79 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...
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... this option to Sleep if you want . Closing the display panel After you have turned off light glows blue. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...
... this option to Sleep if you want . Closing the display panel After you have turned off light glows blue. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...