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Do not use for use this equipment except in the countries/regions 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 ...
Do not use for use this equipment except in the countries/regions 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 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 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 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 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 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 111...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 111...
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34 Contents TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 158 Fingerprint utility limitations 158 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....158 Fingerprint Logon 159 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint ... system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk drive problems 178 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 ExpressCard® problems 181 Printer problems...
34 Contents TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 158 Fingerprint utility limitations 158 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....158 Fingerprint Logon 159 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint ... system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk drive problems 178 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 ExpressCard® problems 181 Printer problems...
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Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in the Environmental Protection ... wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC...
Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in the Environmental Protection ... wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC...
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Remove the battery pack. Turn off the computer. 2. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. You should ... a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the...
Remove the battery pack. Turn off the computer. 2. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. You should ... a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the...
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...174;. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. 44 Getting Started Setting up your...and are not limited to a power outlet (even if your computer. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. See "Connecting to and including "Setting up your software" on page 47. In this condition, observe the following: ...
...174;. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. 44 Getting Started Setting up your...and are not limited to a power outlet (even if your computer. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. See "Connecting to and including "Setting up your software" on page 47. In this condition, observe the following: ...
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... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to follow this instruction may have been 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, to the computer possibly ...AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. Power cord/cable AC ...
... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to follow this instruction may have been 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, to the computer possibly ...AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. Power cord/cable AC ...
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... Glows white or green, depending on your model. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in serious injury. Before using the battery to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in ... computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is time to power the computer. Getting Started Charging the main battery 49 Never attempt to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Continuing to connect or disconnect a power plug...
... Glows white or green, depending on your model. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in serious injury. Before using the battery to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in ... computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is time to power the computer. Getting Started Charging the main battery 49 Never attempt to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Continuing to connect or disconnect a power plug...
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50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using all ... to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for the first time The computer is using it. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand... computer's Power Options utility can be used . Using the computer for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices.
50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using all ... to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for the first time The computer is using it. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand... computer's Power Options utility can be used . Using the computer for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices.
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...number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. This... the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on the computer chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to remove any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you have selected all...
...number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your computer's features and specifications Certain computer chassis are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. This... the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on the computer chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to remove any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you have selected all...
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... the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including...
... the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including...
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.... The computer could hang up the next time you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on page... the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. If you need to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged...
.... The computer could hang up the next time you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on page... the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. If you need to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged...
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... change. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Slot B Slot A Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... change. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Slot B Slot A Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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...; operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery.
...; operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery.
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...command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more 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 the Sleep command to save your computer... available for several days or if you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Each option has its advantages...
...command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more 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 the Sleep command to save your computer... available for several days or if you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to hard disk, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Each option has its advantages...
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... or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your computer sleeps for an extended period of the ...computer For information on how to your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your hard disk, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 81. If you ...
... or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your computer sleeps for an extended period of the ...computer For information on how to your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your hard disk, and then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 81. If you ...
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NOTE These options 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 ...
NOTE These options 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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NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to display the actions that you want . The Edit Plan Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Power Options ...
NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to display the actions that you want . The Edit Plan Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Power Options ...
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The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to sleep, select the desired amount of time after ...
The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in Sleep mode. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to sleep, select the desired amount of time after ...