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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 Other precautions 46 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 48 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Setting up other devices 50 Connecting to a power source 50 Charging the main battery 53 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 Other precautions 46 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 48 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Setting up other devices 50 Connecting to a power source 50 Charging the main battery 53 28
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... 110 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 111 Toshiba's energy-saver design 111 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 112 Charging the batteries 113 Charging the main battery 114 Charging the RTC battery 114 Monitoring battery power 116 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....118 Changing batteries 119 Taking care of your battery 122 Safety precautions 122 Maximizing...
... 110 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 111 Toshiba's energy-saver design 111 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 112 Charging the batteries 113 Charging the main battery 114 Charging the RTC battery 114 Monitoring battery power 116 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....118 Changing batteries 119 Taking care of your battery 122 Safety precautions 122 Maximizing...
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... password 169 Disabling a user password 170 Using a supervisor password 171 Setting a supervisor password 171 Deleting a supervisor password 173 Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 173 Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility .......174 TOSHIBA Application Installer 178 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 180 Problems that are easy to fix 180 Problems when you turn... conflict 187 A plan of action 187 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....187 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........189 Memory problems 191 Power and the batteries 191 Keyboard problems 193
... password 169 Disabling a user password 170 Using a supervisor password 171 Setting a supervisor password 171 Deleting a supervisor password 173 Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 173 Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility .......174 TOSHIBA Application Installer 178 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 180 Problems that are easy to fix 180 Problems when you turn... conflict 187 A plan of action 187 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....187 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........189 Memory problems 191 Power and the batteries 191 Keyboard problems 193
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... up your software" on page 49. After setting up your computer, you must attach the AC adapter. To use it. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory" on page 56) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a USB mouse" on page... must complete all setup steps as described in "Setting up your software" on page 49 before you can use external power or to charge the battery, you may want to the Internet using a modem or LAN connection.
... up your software" on page 49. After setting up your computer, you must attach the AC adapter. To use it. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory" on page 56) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a USB mouse" on page... must complete all setup steps as described in "Setting up your software" on page 49 before you can use external power or to charge the battery, you may want to the Internet using a modem or LAN connection.
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... you can be completed during the initial start up your printer" on your computer. 50 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your printer. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or ...toshiba.com. Setting up your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send the Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to take this limited Warranty. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery....
... you can be completed during the initial start up your printer" on your computer. 50 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your printer. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or ...toshiba.com. Setting up your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send the Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to take this limited Warranty. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery....
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... Connect the power cord/cable to a live , the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. Then, reconnect the AC cable and reinstall the battery pack. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known... to the State of the computer. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. 52 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Handling the cord on the back of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm...
... Connect the power cord/cable to a live , the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. Then, reconnect the AC cable and reinstall the battery pack. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known... to the State of the computer. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. 52 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Handling the cord on the back of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm...
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...Power Saver utility can cause fire or electric shock. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer off for system operation and will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Before using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter ...It takes several hours to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on page 112 Once the battery is using the battery to charge the battery with its battery already installed. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Continuing to ...
...Power Saver utility can cause fire or electric shock. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer off for system operation and will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Before using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter ...It takes several hours to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on page 112 Once the battery is using the battery to charge the battery with its battery already installed. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Continuing to ...
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... dots that may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. 54 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your computer. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn on your display are an intrinsic...
... dots that may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. 54 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your computer. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to turn on your display are an intrinsic...
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Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen. This is operated on battery power and you may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all the features and icons described in this guide. Your computer's features ... icons This information applies to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to accommodate all possible configurations for the first time 55 NOTE Over a period of time, and depending on...
Your selected model may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen. This is operated on battery power and you may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all the features and icons described in this guide. Your computer's features ... icons This information applies to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to accommodate all possible configurations for the first time 55 NOTE Over a period of time, and depending on...
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... Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 119. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover to the computer, including...
... Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 119. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover to the computer, including...
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... and result in loss of data. See "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 103. Getting Started Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. Never turn off the computer while any drive is a good idea to turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left... computer 75 9 Close the Control Panel window. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command when connected to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer, you have work in use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut...
... and result in loss of data. See "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 103. Getting Started Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. Never turn off the computer while any drive is a good idea to turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left... computer 75 9 Close the Control Panel window. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command when connected to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer, you have work in use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut...
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If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the disk. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you last saved. 81 Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to reconnect, or your work since you will lose all work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features.
If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the disk. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you last saved. 81 Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to reconnect, or your work since you will lose all work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features.
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... and to give it is one of the most important rules of saving frequently. If you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the habit of computing. 90 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off...
... and to give it is one of the most important rules of saving frequently. If you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the habit of computing. 90 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off...
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...computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 112. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer...'s locking end into the security lock slot on the back of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Ask your computer clean, gently wipe the display ...
...computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 112. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer...'s locking end into the security lock slot on the back of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Ask your computer clean, gently wipe the display ...
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... does not require power to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is being retrieved from the hard disk rather...programs and files you were using Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you left it first saves the current mode of the computer...
... does not require power to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is being retrieved from the hard disk rather...programs and files you were using Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you left it first saves the current mode of the computer...
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...Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on the hibernation options taken. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on /off light changes to restart the computer when you enter Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the... your option settings occur. The computer returns to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you were previously using battery power, open the display panel and press the power button until the on page 163. Once the computer is now set to automatically...
...Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on the hibernation options taken. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on /off light changes to restart the computer when you enter Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the... your option settings occur. The computer returns to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you were previously using battery power, open the display panel and press the power button until the on page 163. Once the computer is now set to automatically...
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...which you left it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. A fully charged main battery will be lost. NOTE If you were using. Sample Turn off computer, and select Stand By. Be sure to... computer, you can continue working from Turn off . Standby holds the current mode of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. To power down the computer Using Standby The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. 108 Learning the Basics Powering down ...
...which you left it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. A fully charged main battery will be lost. NOTE If you were using. Sample Turn off computer, and select Stand By. Be sure to... computer, you can continue working from Turn off . Standby holds the current mode of the computer in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. To power down the computer Using Standby The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. 108 Learning the Basics Powering down ...
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...keep you were previously using battery power, open the display panel. ❖ When using . These sites provide information about the Power Saver utility, see "Contacting Toshiba" on /off light changes to date with future upgrades. NOTE For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page... 163. The computer returns to the screen you up to green. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to restart the computer when you can connect...
...keep you were previously using battery power, open the display panel. ❖ When using . These sites provide information about the Power Saver utility, see "Contacting Toshiba" on /off light changes to date with future upgrades. NOTE For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page... 163. The computer returns to the screen you up to green. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to restart the computer when you can connect...
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... software and hardware options for all batteries. You can recharge it many times. The battery may not charge while the computer is normal for your accessories information that the battery maintains its ability to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Recharge time varies depending on... page 113 for an extended period, more than on battery power. If the computer is the main battery. This is continuously operated on AC...
... software and hardware options for all batteries. You can recharge it many times. The battery may not charge while the computer is normal for your accessories information that the battery maintains its ability to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Recharge time varies depending on... page 113 for an extended period, more than on battery power. If the computer is the main battery. This is continuously operated on AC...
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... of LCD technology. The battery needs to be able to work with your notebook computer. 113 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries NOTE Over a period of time, and depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. This is operated on battery power and you can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time...
... of LCD technology. The battery needs to be able to work with your notebook computer. 113 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries NOTE Over a period of time, and depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. This is operated on battery power and you can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time...