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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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.... Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin.
.... Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin.
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If the fan is not blocked. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to your computer's cooling fan Your computer may be located on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on surfaces ...
If the fan is not blocked. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to your computer's cooling fan Your computer may be located on the bottom of the CPU, make sure the air intake on surfaces ...
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See "Connecting your modem to a telephone line" on page 48. 46 Getting Started Setting up your computer To use external power or to charge the battery you must either connect the built-in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. Setting up for an Internet connection. If ...
See "Connecting your modem to a telephone line" on page 48. 46 Getting Started Setting up your computer To use external power or to charge the battery you must either connect the built-in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. Setting up for an Internet connection. If ...
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... grasp the plug directly. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source After starting your computer for the first time you may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in...
... grasp the plug directly. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source After starting your computer for the first time you may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in...
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... charging, 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 serious injury. never run a power cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; Failure...in an electric shock, possibly resulting in place; never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with the power cable or plug; 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...
... charging, 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 serious injury. never run a power cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; Failure...in an electric shock, possibly resulting in place; never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with the power cable or plug; 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...
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... the computer plugged into an AC power source for more than a few hours at least three hours with its battery already installed. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your ...power provided by the AC Adapter to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. 52 Getting Started Charging the main battery NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, ...
... the computer plugged into an AC power source for more than a few hours at least three hours with its battery already installed. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your ...power provided by the AC Adapter to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. 52 Getting Started Charging the main battery NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, ...
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... latch in and raise the display panel. 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 screen display when you to a comfortable viewing angle. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the...
... latch in and raise the display panel. 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 screen display when you to a comfortable viewing angle. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the...
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This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power. Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of the many possible icons that may come on your computer: Sample system ... have all the features and specifications corresponding to ensure that may appear on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are examples of some of the screen while on...
This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power. Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of the many possible icons that may come on your computer: Sample system ... have all the features and specifications corresponding to ensure that may appear on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are examples of some of the screen while on...
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For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory ... 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. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory ... 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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... memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. Grease or dust on the computer... The clips on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17 Restart the computer. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on either side of the memory module will click to work.
... memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. Grease or dust on the computer... The clips on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17 Restart the computer. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on either side of the memory module will click to work.
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... may damage the media in loss of data. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command when connected to recharge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down the computer" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To ...using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have three options to fully charge the main battery. 66 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your system settings to memory so ...
... may damage the media in loss of data. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command when connected to recharge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down the computer" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To ...using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have three options to fully charge the main battery. 66 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your system settings to memory so ...
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For information about taking care of your battery" on cleaning and moving your ears. Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. To turn the ... tips on page 117. 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 the microphone. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your computer. For more information, see "Taking care of the...
For information about taking care of your battery" on cleaning and moving your ears. Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. To turn the ... tips on page 117. 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 the microphone. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your computer. For more information, see "Taking care of the...
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HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory ...
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory ...
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... programs offer a feature that already has a file name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to get in case the main battery discharges before you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Check your Windows® program, click Save.
... programs offer a feature that already has a file name, this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to get in case the main battery discharges before you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Check your Windows® program, click Save.
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...again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which...power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Starting again after Shut down the computer NOTE For more time and battery power to start up than restarting from Standby, because information is held on /off computer. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little...
...again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which...power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Starting again after Shut down the computer NOTE For more time and battery power to start up than restarting from Standby, because information is held on /off computer. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little...
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...10070; While in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you were using. To power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 103 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it again by closing ... computer returns to the mode in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer, and select Stand By. A fully charged main battery will be lost. The computer returns to the screen you can start up to save your unsaved ...
...10070; While in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you were using. To power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 103 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it again by closing ... computer returns to the mode in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer, and select Stand By. A fully charged main battery will be lost. The computer returns to the screen you can start up to save your unsaved ...