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...149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) ... except in the countries/regions in the following table. Kitts Tobago U.S. Maarten Trinidad Venezuela Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in the following table. 17 Bermuda Chile Curacao Ecuador Grenada Haiti Martinique Panama Puerto...
...149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) ... except in the countries/regions in the following table. Kitts Tobago U.S. Maarten Trinidad Venezuela Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in the following table. 17 Bermuda Chile Curacao Ecuador Grenada Haiti Martinique Panama Puerto...
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Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 27
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 27
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... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 109...
... Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 106 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 109...
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... system can help you 169 Resolving a hardware conflict 169 A plan of action 169 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........170 Memory problems 171 Power and the batteries 172 Keyboard problems 173 Display problems 174 Disk drive problems 176 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 179 Printer problems...
... system can help you 169 Resolving a hardware conflict 169 A plan of action 169 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........170 Memory problems 171 Power and the batteries 172 Keyboard problems 173 Display problems 174 Disk drive problems 176 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 179 Printer problems...
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...ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 34 Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency...your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. If the model you leave this computer to a ...
...ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 34 Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency...your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. If the model you leave this computer to a ...
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... turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Never allow any liquids to spill into any... 3. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If any part of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat...
... turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Never allow any liquids to spill into any... 3. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If any part of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat...
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... to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power source" on page 45. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. These components include, but are protected from overheating... including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer.
... to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power source" on page 45. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. These components include, but are protected from overheating... including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer.
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... any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to charge the computer's battery. Always use a multiple connector. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or...
... any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to charge the computer's battery. Always use a multiple connector. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or...
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...the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. Once the battery is time to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can...the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. See "Changing the main battery" on page 113 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor...
...the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. Once the battery is time to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can...the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. See "Changing the main battery" on page 113 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor...
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... never lift the computer by the display panel. 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. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force...
... never lift the computer by the display panel. 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. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force...
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...all optical drives are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons... you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 49 Small bright dots may not have...
...all optical drives are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons... you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 49 Small bright dots may not have...
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...to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The... operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to ...
...to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The... operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to ...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on page 58. The ... page 51 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you can damage the computer and the memory module. If...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on page 58. The ... page 51 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you can damage the computer and the memory module. If...
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...." 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. otherwise, click Cancel. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your permission ...to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Checking total memory When you add or remove...
...." 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. otherwise, click Cancel. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your permission ...to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Checking total memory When you add or remove...
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... into a power source (even though the computer is off) to turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. If you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive.
... into a power source (even though the computer is off) to turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. If you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive.
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...Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use...disk. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. For information...
...Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use...disk. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left off. For information...
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...consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left off the computer Sleep mode The ... when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of time, the ...
...consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left off the computer Sleep mode The ... when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of time, the ...
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... off the computer 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... off the computer 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... Started Turning off light glows green. The computer returns to go into Hibernation mode by opening the display panel. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... Started Turning off light glows green. The computer returns to go into Hibernation mode by opening the display panel. Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
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Getting Started Turning off the computer 81 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 81 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized.