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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Creating a computer-friendly environment........41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28
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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 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery alarms 113...
... 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 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery alarms 113...
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...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound ... Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP 202 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba's worldwide offices 210 Appendix A: Hot Keys 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Without a password 213 With ...
...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound ... Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP 202 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba's worldwide offices 210 Appendix A: Hot Keys 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Without a password 213 With ...
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... Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of the body. Remove the battery pack. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Getting Started Selecting a place...
... Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of the body. Remove the battery pack. If you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Getting Started Selecting a place...
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... before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter.... See "Connecting to be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. To prevent possible overheating...
... before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter.... See "Connecting to be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. To prevent possible overheating...
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... operate. Never pull on a power cord/cable to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Always use the...
... operate. Never pull on a power cord/cable to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. Use of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Always use the...
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...; never attempt to follow this instruction could result in electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; never use nails, staples or similar objects to a live electrical outlet. never splice or alter a cord/cable...
...; never attempt to follow this instruction could result in electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never place a cord/cable near a heat source; never use nails, staples or similar objects to a live electrical outlet. never splice or alter a cord/cable...
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...is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter NOTE If the AC power light flashes ...plugged into an AC power source for information on page 116 for at least three hours with its battery already installed. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main...
...is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter NOTE If the AC power light flashes ...plugged into an AC power source for information on page 116 for at least three hours with its battery already installed. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main...
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... Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn it . 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once the battery is using it on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for ...system operation and will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for more than a few hours at a time....
... Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn it . 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once the battery is using it on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for ...system operation and will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for more than a few hours at a time....
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...display are designed to all of the TFT manufacturing technology. This information applies to accommodate all those features. Your selected model may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may not be able to all the features and icons described in this guide. Your... the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you...
...display are designed to all of the TFT manufacturing technology. This information applies to accommodate all those features. Your selected model may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may not be able to all the features and icons described in this guide. Your... the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you...
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..., do not turn 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on the...
..., do not turn 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on the...
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... system) The Turn off the computer using the Start menu. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the...
... system) The Turn off the computer using the Start menu. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the...
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The memory module should be completely inserted into place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot ...cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. clip clip Sample pressing down on either side of...
The memory module should be completely inserted into place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot ...cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. clip clip Sample pressing down on either side of...
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... computer when you are not using the computer for a while. If you are using it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is off) to fully charge the main...
... computer when you are not using the computer for a while. If you are using it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is off) to fully charge the main...
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For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on cleaning and moving your hearing. Before putting on headphones to listen to loud sound can attach a microphone: 1 Locate the microphone jack ... speakers or headphones 73 Connecting external speakers or headphones To attach an external stereo output device: 1 Locate the headphone jack on the front of your battery" on page 118. Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can harm your computer. Continuous exposure to an audio CD, turn the volume dial...
For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on cleaning and moving your hearing. Before putting on headphones to listen to loud sound can attach a microphone: 1 Locate the microphone jack ... speakers or headphones 73 Connecting external speakers or headphones To attach an external stereo output device: 1 Locate the headphone jack on the front of your battery" on page 118. Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can harm your computer. Continuous exposure to an audio CD, turn the volume dial...
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... save it to the disk. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. This feature...
... save it to the disk. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. This feature...
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... command line. Otherwise, type the full file path. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the location, you turn off the computer, save feature. This...
... command line. Otherwise, type the full file path. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the location, you turn off the computer, save feature. This...
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... are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which you can start up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off light changes to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main...Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the hard disk, no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. If you shut down To start the computer up...
... are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which you can start up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off light changes to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main...Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the hard disk, no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. If you shut down To start the computer up...
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...the display panel. Be sure to save your unsaved information will last up to eight hours in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. 101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it , including all open programs and files... using. The computer returns to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from where you left it again by closing the display panel, you can continue working from Turn off computer or Hibernation. ...
...the display panel. Be sure to save your unsaved information will last up to eight hours in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. 101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it , including all open programs and files... using. The computer returns to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from where you left it again by closing the display panel, you can continue working from Turn off computer or Hibernation. ...
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... it for longer periods while traveling. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that you are away from an AC outlet. It has a number of other features that enhance its...
... it for longer periods while traveling. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that you are away from an AC outlet. It has a number of other features that enhance its...