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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 37 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment........39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 49 26
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 37 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment........39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 49 26
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29 Contents Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery alarms 111 Conserving battery power 112 Power Schemes 112 Using a hot key to set the Power Scheme.......113 Changing the main battery 114 Removing the battery from...
29 Contents Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery alarms 111 Conserving battery power 112 Power Schemes 112 Using a hot key to set the Power Scheme.......113 Changing the main battery 114 Removing the battery from...
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... you need further assistance 219 Before you contact Toshiba 219 Contacting Toshiba 220 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 221 Toshiba's worldwide offices 221 Appendix A: Hot Keys 223 Volume Mute 223 Password security 224 Without a password 224 With a password 224 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 225 Power usage 226 Standby mode 227 Hibernation...
... you need further assistance 219 Before you contact Toshiba 219 Contacting Toshiba 220 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 221 Toshiba's worldwide offices 221 Appendix A: Hot Keys 223 Volume Mute 223 Password security 224 Without a password 224 With a password 224 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 225 Power usage 226 Standby mode 227 Hibernation...
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... including "Setting up your computer 43 Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents. Overheating your computer on a hard surface. See "Connecting to your computer on a carpet or ... system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Standby mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" on the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖...
... including "Setting up your computer 43 Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents. Overheating your computer on a hard surface. See "Connecting to your computer on a carpet or ... system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Standby mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" on the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖...
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.... Failure to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never pull on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use a multiple connector. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 70) ❖...
.... Failure to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never pull on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use a multiple connector. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 70) ❖...
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... wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not... adaptor 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main...
... wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not... adaptor 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main...
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... using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed... Your computer's Power Options Properties can damage the battery. Getting Started Charging the main battery 49 NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer ...
... using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed... Your computer's Power Options Properties can damage the battery. Getting Started Charging the main battery 49 NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer ...
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... slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 52 to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you... . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
... slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 52 to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you... . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
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...battery charges only while the computer is turned off , even when AC power is attached. For assistance with your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. For more information on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge... while the computer is turned off . Using additional batteries In addition to work for many hours without an AC ...
...battery charges only while the computer is turned off , even when AC power is attached. For assistance with your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. For more information on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge... while the computer is turned off . Using additional batteries In addition to work for many hours without an AC ...
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... adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it to power the computer. The battery charges whether the computer is in the battery charger for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. Your computer's Power Options Properties can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Doing so...
... adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it to power the computer. The battery charges whether the computer is in the battery charger for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. Your computer's Power Options Properties can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Doing so...
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...; The battery is fully charged, we recommend that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. HINT: Once the battery is almost completely discharged. The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is powered on battery power until it maintains this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. The RTC battery charges when...
...; The battery is fully charged, we recommend that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. HINT: Once the battery is almost completely discharged. The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is powered on battery power until it maintains this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. The RTC battery charges when...
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...outlet and leave the computer powered on . Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it charges while the computer is completely discharged, a warning prompts ...you to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it is low, the real...
...outlet and leave the computer powered on . Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it charges while the computer is completely discharged, a warning prompts ...you to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it is low, the real...
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... as a percentage of remaining battery charge. (Sample Image) Power Meter tab of the battery. The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of Power Options Properties The Power Options Properties window appears. 3 Click the Power Meter tab. 109 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at...
... as a percentage of remaining battery charge. (Sample Image) Power Meter tab of the battery. The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of Power Options Properties The Power Options Properties window appears. 3 Click the Power Meter tab. 109 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at...
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... and files to do not manage to the hard disk before the main battery completely runs out of the battery. 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the..., the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off . If you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on page 74.
... and files to do not manage to the hard disk before the main battery completely runs out of the battery. 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the..., the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off . If you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on page 74.
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...printer connecting 70 problem solving 204, 205 printing a file 91 problem solving AC power 192 accessing disk drives 182 battery charge does not last 192 battery not charging 192 cannot insert diskette in drive 198 cannot read a diskette 199 changing display properties 196 checking device properties 189... computer hangs when PC Card inserted 203 computer will not power up 181 contacting Toshiba 219, 220 corrupted/damaged data files ...
...printer connecting 70 problem solving 204, 205 printing a file 91 problem solving AC power 192 accessing disk drives 182 battery charge does not last 192 battery not charging 192 cannot insert diskette in drive 198 cannot read a diskette 199 changing display properties 196 checking device properties 189... computer hangs when PC Card inserted 203 computer will not power up 181 contacting Toshiba 219, 220 corrupted/damaged data files ...
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... use of these resources including charging and changing batteries, tips for the battery. Power conditions The computer's operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions: whether an AC adapter is connected, whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for saving battery power, and power up modes. TOSHIBA Satellite P100 / Satellite Pro P100 Series Chapter 6 Power and...
... use of these resources including charging and changing batteries, tips for the battery. Power conditions The computer's operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions: whether an AC adapter is connected, whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for saving battery power, and power up modes. TOSHIBA Satellite P100 / Satellite Pro P100 Series Chapter 6 Power and...
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... on the system indicator alert you to the computer's operating capability and battery charge status. Flashing amber Amber Blue No light The battery charge is connected and charging the battery. Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light. 6-2 User's Manual Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of CMOS SETUP menu & Power Options setting...
... on the system indicator alert you to the computer's operating capability and battery charge status. Flashing amber Amber Blue No light The battery charge is connected and charging the battery. Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light. 6-2 User's Manual Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of CMOS SETUP menu & Power Options setting...
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... power in this case, connect the AC adapter to fully charge a discharged battery. User's Manual 6-7 Continuing to charge the battery pack. Use only the computer connected to an AC power source to charge a fully charged battery pack can damage the battery. If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely, Standby and Suspend will not function and data...
... power in this case, connect the AC adapter to fully charge a discharged battery. User's Manual 6-7 Continuing to charge the battery pack. Use only the computer connected to an AC power source to charge a fully charged battery pack can damage the battery. If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely, Standby and Suspend will not function and data...
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... the computer and how you make sure the battery charges to the section Maximizing battery operating time. Plug in the computer for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging. In such case, follow the steps below. 1. Charge the battery until the battery recovers normal capacity. Once a battery pack is fully charged, it in a warm computer. Refer also to its...
... the computer and how you make sure the battery charges to the section Maximizing battery operating time. Plug in the computer for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging. In such case, follow the steps below. 1. Charge the battery until the battery recovers normal capacity. Once a battery pack is fully charged, it in a warm computer. Refer also to its...
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TOSHIBA Satellite P100 / Satellite Pro P100 Series Index A AC adapter, 1-3 additional, 1-12 connecting, 3-5 ASCII characters, 5-4 B Battery charging, 6-7 extending battery life, 6-10 indicator, 6-2 location, 2-6 Monitoring capacity, 6-9 real time clock, 1-3, 6-4 safety precautions, 6-5 save mode, 1-9 types, 6-3 Battery Pack, 1-3 Battery pack additional, 8-13 replacing, 6-10 C CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, 1-4 using, 4-18 writing, 4-27 Cleaning the computer, 4-35 D Display, 1-3 automatic power off, 1-8 brightness decreases, 5-3 brightness...
TOSHIBA Satellite P100 / Satellite Pro P100 Series Index A AC adapter, 1-3 additional, 1-12 connecting, 3-5 ASCII characters, 5-4 B Battery charging, 6-7 extending battery life, 6-10 indicator, 6-2 location, 2-6 Monitoring capacity, 6-9 real time clock, 1-3, 6-4 safety precautions, 6-5 save mode, 1-9 types, 6-3 Battery Pack, 1-3 Battery pack additional, 8-13 replacing, 6-10 C CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, 1-4 using, 4-18 writing, 4-27 Cleaning the computer, 4-35 D Display, 1-3 automatic power off, 1-8 brightness decreases, 5-3 brightness...