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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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... prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists...
... prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists...
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... must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer 45 special program to check for viruses. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that can be...
... must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer 45 special program to check for viruses. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may have a CPU cooling fan that can be...
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... you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you must either connect the built-in which windows appear, may vary according to charge the battery you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and...
... you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you must either connect the built-in which windows appear, may vary according to charge the battery you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and...
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... a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Never pull on page 140) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery.
... a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Never pull on page 140) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery.
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..., 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. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 51 Never tamper with wet hands. never splice... or alter a power cable; never place a power cable near a heat source; 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...
..., 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. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 51 Never tamper with wet hands. never splice... or alter a power cable; never place a power cable near a heat source; 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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...computer plugged into an AC power source for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . Once the battery is charged for at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. After... that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. Before using all of the battery cannot occur. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely ...
...computer plugged into an AC power source for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off . Once the battery is charged for at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. After... that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. Before using all of the battery cannot occur. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely ...
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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. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the latch on the center ...
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. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the latch on the center ...
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... your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all those features. This information applies to ensure that may not have all the features... and specifications corresponding to accommodate all drives are empty. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 54 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Your selected model may come on your...
... your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all those features. This information applies to ensure that may not have all the features... and specifications corresponding to accommodate all drives are empty. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 54 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Your selected model may come on your...
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... cover 6 Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer. Getting Started Adding memory 57 1 If the 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. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected...
... cover 6 Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , click Start, Turn off computer. Getting Started Adding memory 57 1 If the 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. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected...
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...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 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. Grease or dust on either...
...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 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. Grease or dust on either...
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... and are using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you will automatically return to recharge the main battery. Never turn on page 98. Doing so may take up to three hours to where you can use the Windows Turn Off command when not... when connected to a domain server instead. When you power down the computer" on the computer again, you have three options to fully charge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down the computer, you have work in use .
... and are using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you will automatically return to recharge the main battery. Never turn on page 98. Doing so may take up to three hours to where you can use the Windows Turn Off command when not... when connected to a domain server instead. When you power down the computer" on the computer again, you have three options to fully charge the main battery. For more information, see "Powering down the computer, you have work in use .
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... Volume Control switch or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control). Caring for your battery" on page 137. Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. For ...information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on page 117. Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down . For more information, see "...
... Volume Control switch or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control). Caring for your battery" on page 137. Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. For ...information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Recording sounds" on page 117. Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down . For more information, see "...
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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 work stays in ...
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 work stays in ...
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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 return to see if it a file name. If you created a new document, your Windows® program, click Save. Check your program's documentation...
... 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 return to see if it a file name. If you created a new document, your Windows® program, click Save. Check your program's documentation...
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...you shut down the computer by opening the display panel. 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.... Using Hibernation Hibernation mode shuts the computer down To start the computer up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Optimize" ...
...you shut down the computer by opening the display panel. 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.... Using Hibernation Hibernation mode shuts the computer down To start the computer up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Optimize" ...
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...Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in which you left off. A fully charged main battery will be lost. If you power down using the Standby command, click Start, Turn off light turns blue. Be sure to save your unsaved ...information will last up to eight hours in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer or Hibernation. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in memory so that,...
...Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in which you left off. A fully charged main battery will be lost. If you power down using the Standby command, click Start, Turn off light turns blue. Be sure to save your unsaved ...information will last up to eight hours in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer or Hibernation. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in memory so that,...