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...,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam 802...Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. 19 Approved Countries/...
...,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam 802...Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. 19 Approved Countries/...
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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 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 48 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 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 48 28
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... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 112...
... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 112...
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... system can help you 172 Resolving a hardware conflict 172 A plan of action 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........173 Memory problems 174 Power and the batteries 175 Keyboard problems 176 Display problems 177 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........179 Optical drive problems 181 Sound system problems 182 ExpressCard® problems...
... system can help you 172 Resolving a hardware conflict 172 A plan of action 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........173 Memory problems 174 Power and the batteries 175 Keyboard problems 176 Display problems 177 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........179 Optical drive problems 181 Sound system problems 182 ExpressCard® problems...
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... preset to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer ...and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR®...
... preset to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer ...and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR®...
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...on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in temperature or humidity... to further reduce the risk of your computer, and never expose the computer to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters....
...on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in temperature or humidity... to further reduce the risk of your computer, and never expose the computer to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters....
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... before adding external or internal components to and including "Setting up your software" on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you must complete all setup steps up to your computer. See "Connecting to a power source" 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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling ...
... before adding external or internal components to and including "Setting up your software" on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you must complete all setup steps up to your computer. See "Connecting to a power source" 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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling ...
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... cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. Always 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 remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to...
... cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. Always 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 remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to...
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...Power Options utility can damage the battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor ...avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to run applications, features, and ...
...Power Options utility can damage the battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor ...avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to run applications, features, and ...
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... applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 49 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
... applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 49 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
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... when 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you may appear on... battery power. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn ...
... when 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you may appear on... battery power. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn ...
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otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 If the computer is on page 116. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to... of the Start menu. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the ...
otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 If the computer is on page 116. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to... of the Start menu. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the ...
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... module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. If you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not try to work... a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer.
... module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. If you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not try to work... a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer.
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Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your permission. Checking total memory When you add or ... then System. This is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). If unsure, cancel and try again. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), and then check that the computer has recognized the change.
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your permission. Checking total memory When you add or ... then System. This is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). If unsure, cancel and try again. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), and then check that the computer has recognized the change.
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... Windows® operating system could cause you turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 75 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette...
... Windows® operating system could cause you turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 75 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette...
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...disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command...Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to upgrade your...
...disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command...Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to upgrade your...
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... Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in... for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 83. For information on using...
... Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in... for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 83. For information on using...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you 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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... can place it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can be set . 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...
... can place it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can be set . 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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84 Getting Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never.
84 Getting Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never.