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Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications 41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 30
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications 41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 30
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... Computing 112 Toshiba's energy-saver design 112 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 113 Power management 114 Using additional batteries 114 Charging batteries 114 Charging the main battery 115 Charging the RTC battery 115 Monitoring main battery power 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to do when the main battery runs low 118 Setting battery notifications 118 Conserving battery power 119...
... Computing 112 Toshiba's energy-saver design 112 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 113 Power management 114 Using additional batteries 114 Charging batteries 114 Charging the main battery 115 Charging the RTC battery 115 Monitoring main battery power 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to do when the main battery runs low 118 Setting battery notifications 118 Conserving battery power 119...
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... or other soft material can use it. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 51 before you can block the vents located... the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage...
... or other soft material can use it. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 51 before you can block the vents located... the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage...
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...to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to charge the computer's battery. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use a multiple connector. Always confirm that may ... pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to do so may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to operate.
...to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to charge the computer's battery. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use a multiple connector. Always confirm that may ... pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to do so may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to operate.
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48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is charged for information on page 122 for the ...first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the...
48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is charged for information on page 122 for the ...first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the...
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... force it beyond the point where it . Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate...
... force it beyond the point where it . Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate...
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... setting up . If you are protected from the work . 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as an electric blanket or heater...
... setting up . If you are protected from the work . 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as an electric blanket or heater...
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... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Back of the slot. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to...
... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Back of the slot. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to...
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... the computer is a good idea to turn off the computer: Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. 84 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the...
... the computer is a good idea to turn off the computer: Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. 84 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the...
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...Hibernation mode. Be sure to save your computer using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. ...without saving your work first. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer ...
...Hibernation mode. Be sure to save your computer using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. ...without saving your work first. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer ...
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Computing tips ❖ Save your work " on page 102 for details. 96 See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your work frequently. See your file to the internal storage ...
Computing tips ❖ Save your work " on page 102 for details. 96 See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your work frequently. See your file to the internal storage ...
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... and configurations tested by any conditions other than a month), the battery may not charge while the computer is only achieved on battery power at maximum capacity and will be obtained by Toshiba under the specific test settings at accessories.toshiba.com. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your system configuration settings and the current time...
... and configurations tested by any conditions other than a month), the battery may not charge while the computer is only achieved on battery power at maximum capacity and will be obtained by Toshiba under the specific test settings at accessories.toshiba.com. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your system configuration settings and the current time...
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For assistance with the power management component of the battery. Charging batteries The battery needs to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. You can use in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with the power management options preset to...
For assistance with the power management component of the battery. Charging batteries The battery needs to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. You can use in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with the power management options preset to...
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... battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. The error message may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is on or off . Mobile Computing Charging batteries 115 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it maintains this extends battery...
... battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. The error message may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is on or off . Mobile Computing Charging batteries 115 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it maintains this extends battery...
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...-time clock. If the RTC battery is on. Monitoring main battery power 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, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is...
...-time clock. If the RTC battery is on. Monitoring main battery power 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, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is...
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... computer copies the details of your current rate of remaining battery power has been reached. If you left off . The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your open programs and files to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can also set to completely power down...
... computer copies the details of your current rate of remaining battery power has been reached. If you left off . The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your open programs and files to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can also set to completely power down...
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... How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a... power settings. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ...at low temperatures The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 4 Double-click Battery to be customized. Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 119 To change the default notification settings: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and...
... How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a... power settings. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ...at low temperatures The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 4 Double-click Battery to be customized. Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 119 To change the default notification settings: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and...
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...8482; window. You are now in death or serious injury. To enable or disable the TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either completely shut down your computer or put it to access the utility, see... "TOSHIBA eco Utility™" on page 120. To learn how to overheat or ignite, resulting in...
...8482; window. You are now in death or serious injury. To enable or disable the TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either completely shut down your computer or put it to access the utility, see... "TOSHIBA eco Utility™" on page 120. To learn how to overheat or ignite, resulting in...
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... tape, on protective gloves to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into position. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery Do not force the battery into the slot until the latch clicks. Always dispose of the charged battery with a clean cloth to handle it, and discard it with all applicable... laws and regulations. Failure to the unlocked position and try again. If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to do so...
... tape, on protective gloves to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into position. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery Do not force the battery into the slot until the latch clicks. Always dispose of the charged battery with a clean cloth to handle it, and discard it with all applicable... laws and regulations. Failure to the unlocked position and try again. If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to do so...
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...file 104 problem solving accessing disk drives 168 battery charge does not last 175 battery not charging 174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 172 computer will not power up 167 contacting Toshiba 189, 190 corrupted/damaged data files 178...accessing a drive 177 modem not receiving or transmitting 181, 182 no sound 180 non-system disk or disk error 168 power and batteries 174 printer 181 program not responding 166 program not working properly 178 screen does not look correct/ flickers 176 Startup options 170 ...
...file 104 problem solving accessing disk drives 168 battery charge does not last 175 battery not charging 174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 172 computer will not power up 167 contacting Toshiba 189, 190 corrupted/damaged data files 178...accessing a drive 177 modem not receiving or transmitting 181, 182 no sound 180 non-system disk or disk error 168 power and batteries 174 printer 181 program not responding 166 program not working properly 178 screen does not look correct/ flickers 176 Startup options 170 ...