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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 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Adding optional external devices 48 Connecting to a power source 48 Using the main battery 52 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 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Adding optional external devices 48 Connecting to a power source 48 Using the main battery 52 28
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... Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for CD or DVD Discs 103 Powering down the computer 103 Using Hibernation 106 Using Standby 107 Toshiba's online resources 110 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 111 Toshiba's energy-saver design 111 Running the computer on battery power 111 Battery Notice 112
... Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for CD or DVD Discs 103 Powering down the computer 103 Using Hibernation 106 Using Standby 107 Toshiba's online resources 110 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 111 Toshiba's energy-saver design 111 Running the computer on battery power 111 Battery Notice 112
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... Power Profiles 121 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........122 Changing batteries 123 Removing the battery from the computer .......123 Inserting a charged battery 125 Taking care of your battery 126 Safety precautions 126 Maximizing battery life 127 Disposing of used batteries 128 Traveling tips 129 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 130 Exploring the desktop...
... Power Profiles 121 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........122 Changing batteries 123 Removing the battery from the computer .......123 Inserting a charged battery 125 Taking care of your battery 126 Safety precautions 126 Maximizing battery life 127 Disposing of used batteries 128 Traveling tips 129 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 130 Exploring the desktop...
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...password 169 Using a supervisor password 170 Setting a supervisor password 170 Deleting a supervisor password 171 Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 172 Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility .......173 TOSHIBA Application Installer 177 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 179 Problems that are easy to fix 179 Problems when... hardware conflicts on your own .....187 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........188 Memory problems 190 Power and the batteries 191 Keyboard problems 193 Display problems 194 Disk drive problems 196 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...199
...password 169 Using a supervisor password 170 Setting a supervisor password 170 Deleting a supervisor password 171 Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 172 Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility .......173 TOSHIBA Application Installer 177 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 179 Problems that are easy to fix 179 Problems when... hardware conflicts on your own .....187 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........188 Memory problems 190 Power and the batteries 191 Keyboard problems 193 Display problems 194 Disk drive problems 196 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...199
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.... Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in the arms, wrists...
.... Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in the arms, wrists...
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...on page 48. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. ...These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. See "Connecting to a power source" on the cooling fan is blocked, it ....
...on page 48. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on surfaces with objects that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. ...These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. See "Connecting to a power source" on the cooling fan is blocked, it ....
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...Always grasp the plug directly. 48 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 46. Never pull on page 147) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power ...local printer" on page 80_ ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Inserting and removing PC Cards" on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to remove a plug from a socket. ...
...Always grasp the plug directly. 48 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 46. Never pull on page 147) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power ...local printer" on page 80_ ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Inserting and removing PC Cards" on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to remove a plug from a socket. ...
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...cord/cable; Doing any of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC ... the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. Never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting...
...cord/cable; Doing any of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC ... the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. Never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting...
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...and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off . Once the battery is using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices..., the recharging of the power provided by the AC Adapter to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for information on page 123 for at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer...
...and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off . Once the battery is using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices..., the recharging of the power provided by the AC Adapter to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for information on page 123 for at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer...
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... avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your display are an intrinsic Any small bright dots that may vary depending on the applications, power management...
... avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your display are an intrinsic Any small bright dots that may vary depending on the applications, power management...
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...of the screen will dim and you may come on your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn on battery power. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. 3 Press and hold the power... while on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all those features. This information applies to accommodate all the features and icons described in ...
...of the screen will dim and you may come on your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn on battery power. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are empty. 3 Press and hold the power... while on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to all those features. This information applies to accommodate all the features and icons described in ...
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... off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. The Turn off computer. Slot A and Slot B. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover You can install...
... off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. The Turn off computer. Slot A and Slot B. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover You can install...
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... on page 123. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place. The memory module should be completely inserted into place when the memory module...
... on page 123. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place. The memory module should be completely inserted into place when the memory module...
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... the computer, you are using it may damage the media in use . Doing so may take up to three hours to fully charge the main battery. 76 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn on page 103. With the computer off, it... the computer" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off ) to recharge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are not using...
... the computer, you are using it may damage the media in use . Doing so may take up to three hours to fully charge the main battery. 76 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn on page 103. With the computer off, it... the computer" on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off ) to recharge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are not using...
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...openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer. To keep your computer This section gives tips on page 126. Getting Started Caring for your computer 83... Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Caring for appropriate cleaning products. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth.
...openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer. To keep your computer This section gives tips on page 126. Getting Started Caring for your computer 83... Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Caring for appropriate cleaning products. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth.
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... information. If the network you are working, you will lose all work " on page 95 for details. 86 Your work frequently. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your file to the disk. See...
... information. If the network you are working, you will lose all work " on page 95 for details. 86 Your work frequently. This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your file to the disk. See...
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... has a file name, this is all you need to see if it a file name. If you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the habit of saving frequently. Check your program's documentation to do. Use this dialog box to specify where...
... has a file name, this is all you need to see if it a file name. If you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to get in the habit of saving frequently. Check your program's documentation to do. Use this dialog box to specify where...
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... the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Since Hibernation mode does...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...
... the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power ❖ Because the mode of the computer to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Since Hibernation mode does...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...
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...open programs and files, turns off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in the Turn off computer dialog box. A fully charged main battery will be lost. Sample Turn off computer Windows® dialog box NOTE If you select Hibernate. To enter hibernation mode, you must hold...power down the computer Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer or Hibernation. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to save your work first. The on...
...open programs and files, turns off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in the Turn off computer dialog box. A fully charged main battery will be lost. Sample Turn off computer Windows® dialog box NOTE If you select Hibernate. To enter hibernation mode, you must hold...power down the computer Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer or Hibernation. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to save your work first. The on...
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Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it for longer periods while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery pack that you are away from an AC outlet. Many of these features active, ...allowing your computer while traveling. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. This is not being used, thereby ...
Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it for longer periods while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery pack that you are away from an AC outlet. Many of these features active, ...allowing your computer while traveling. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. This is not being used, thereby ...