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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 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 52 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 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 52 28
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... 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 107 Charging the batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring battery power 110 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....113 Changing batteries 114 Taking care of your battery 117 Safety precautions 117 Maximizing...
... 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 107 Battery Notice 107 Charging the batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring battery power 110 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....113 Changing batteries 114 Taking care of your battery 117 Safety precautions 117 Maximizing...
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... pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix ...of action 179 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 183 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...192
... pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix ...of action 179 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 183 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...192
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password... 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password... 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 ...
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... 43 Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest.
... 43 Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest.
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... reaching the CPU. Ask your computer 45 special program to shut down. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other...
... reaching the CPU. Ask your computer 45 special program to shut down. The fan draws in by the cooling fan. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other...
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... computer name and description and click Next or Skip. 5 Select how your computer To use external power or to continue. Click Next to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. 46 Getting Started Setting up your computer will connect to the Internet and click Next. If an Internet connection...
... computer name and description and click Next or Skip. 5 Select how your computer To use external power or to continue. Click Next to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. 46 Getting Started Setting up your computer will connect to the Internet and click Next. If an Internet connection...
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... optional external diskette drive" on page 72) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Inserting and removing PC Cards" on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to remove a plug from a socket. Never pull on...
... optional external diskette drive" on page 72) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Inserting and removing PC Cards" on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to remove a plug from a socket. Never pull on...
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never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten or attach cord in the AC adapter. 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 serious injury. ..., or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in place; Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury...
never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten or attach cord in the AC adapter. 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 serious injury. ..., or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in place; Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury...
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... in and turned off . 52 Getting Started Charging the main battery NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to recharge. See "Changing batteries" on page 114 for system operation and will be used to... select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. After that reduces the power required for information on replacing the battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not...
... in and turned off . 52 Getting Started Charging the main battery NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to recharge. See "Changing batteries" on page 114 for system operation and will be used to... select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. After that reduces the power required for information on replacing the battery. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not...
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... display panel. Your display contains an extremely Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your PC. Getting Started Using the computer for you turn it on your screen display when you to...
... display panel. Your display contains an extremely Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your PC. Getting Started Using the computer for you turn it on your screen display when you to...
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...chassis are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not have selected all those features. Your selected model may appear on battery power. Any small bright dots that all of the icons or switches shown on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the ... large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This information applies to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of ...
...chassis are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not have selected all those features. Your selected model may appear on battery power. Any small bright dots that all of the icons or switches shown on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the ... large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This information applies to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of ...
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For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a standard Phillips ... computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC Adapter cord. 4 Remove the battery.
For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a standard Phillips ... computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC Adapter cord. 4 Remove the battery.
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... NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the computer. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on the connectors may cause ...memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. ...
... NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the computer. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on the connectors may cause ...memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. ...
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.... ❖ To leave the computer off for a while. Never turn on page 98. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. With the computer off, it for a longer period, you can use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut... turn off your system settings to memory so that, when you turn off the computer while any drive is off) to fully charge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down ), Hibernate, and Standby. When you power down the computer, you have work in progress and are not connected to...
.... ❖ To leave the computer off for a while. Never turn on page 98. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. With the computer off, it for a longer period, you can use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut... turn off your system settings to memory so that, when you turn off the computer while any drive is off) to fully charge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down ), Hibernate, and Standby. When you power down the computer, you have work in progress and are not connected to...
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For more information, see "Taking care of your computer This section gives tips on page 137. Caring for your battery" on the microphone. Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. To.... Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can attach a microphone: 1 Locate the microphone jack on the front of your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on cleaning and moving your ears. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your computer. Before playing an audio...
For more information, see "Taking care of your computer This section gives tips on page 137. Caring for your battery" on the microphone. Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. To.... Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can attach a microphone: 1 Locate the microphone jack on the front of your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on cleaning and moving your ears. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your computer. Before playing an audio...
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If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work " on page 86 for details. 76 See "Saving your file to the ...
If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work " on page 86 for details. 76 See "Saving your file to the ...
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.... Sample Save As dialog box Check your data even when you need to see if it is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you created a new document, your work . TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your program's documentation to do. This is all you are working with a document that...
.... Sample Save As dialog box Check your data even when you need to see if it is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you created a new document, your work . TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your program's documentation to do. This is all you are working with a document that...
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...and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off light changes to blue. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the hard... the current mode of the system is held on page 148. 101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer NOTE For more time and battery power to start up than restarting from Standby, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than restoring it from memory. When...
...and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off light changes to blue. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the hard... the current mode of the system is held on page 148. 101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer NOTE For more time and battery power to start up than restarting from Standby, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than restoring it from memory. When...
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...The computer returns to eight hours in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from where you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. If you power down using . If you put the computer in ... computer, you can start up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. Factors to the mode in which you were using the Standby command, click Start, Turn off computer, and select Stand By. 103 Learning...
...The computer returns to eight hours in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from where you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. If you power down using . If you put the computer in ... computer, you can start up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. Factors to the mode in which you were using the Standby command, click Start, Turn off computer, and select Stand By. 103 Learning...