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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 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging 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 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 52 28
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... 114 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 115 Toshiba's energy-saver design 115 Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 116 Charging the batteries 117 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring battery power 119 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....122 Changing the main battery 123 Removing the battery from the computer .......123 Inserting...
... 114 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 115 Toshiba's energy-saver design 115 Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 116 Charging the batteries 117 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring battery power 119 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....122 Changing the main battery 123 Removing the battery from the computer .......123 Inserting...
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...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....189 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........190 Memory problems 192 Power and the batteries 193 Keyboard problems 195 Display problems 196 Disk drive problems 198 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...201 Sound ...habits 214 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 215 If you need further assistance 221 Before you contact Toshiba 221 Contacting Toshiba 222 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 223 Toshiba's worldwide offices 223 Appendix A: Hot Keys 225 Volume Mute 225 Password security 226 Without a password 226 With...
...Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....189 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........190 Memory problems 192 Power and the batteries 193 Keyboard problems 195 Display problems 196 Disk drive problems 198 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...201 Sound ...habits 214 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 215 If you need further assistance 221 Before you contact Toshiba 221 Contacting Toshiba 222 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 223 Toshiba's worldwide offices 223 Appendix A: Hot Keys 225 Volume Mute 225 Password security 226 Without a password 226 With...
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... contact to prevent heat injury to rain, water, seawater or moisture. If any part of your doctor. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Getting Started Selecting a place to...
... contact to prevent heat injury to rain, water, seawater or moisture. If any part of your doctor. Continuous operation for Safety and Comfort. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again, until you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Getting Started Selecting a place to...
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... air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 48. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by the cooling fan. If the fan is not blocked. To use external power or to charge the... battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. Do ...
... air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 48. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be drawn in air by the cooling fan. If the fan is not blocked. To use external power or to charge the... battery you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. Do ...
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... Cards" on page 148) ❖ Install flash memory cards (see "Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot (optional)" 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.
... Cards" on page 148) ❖ Install flash memory cards (see "Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot (optional)" 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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..., or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. never use nails, staples or similar objects 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 in the AC ...
..., or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in serious injury. never use nails, staples or similar objects 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 in the AC ...
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.... Before using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. After that reduces the power required for information on page 123 for system ...operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is charged for more than a few hours at least three hours with its...
.... Before using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. After that reduces the power required for information on page 123 for system ...operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is charged for more than a few hours at least three hours with its...
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... where it . Your display contains an extremely Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your PC. Display release latch Sample opening the display panel 3 Adjust the display to turn on and begin...
... where it . Your display contains an extremely Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may appear on your PC. Display release latch Sample opening the display panel 3 Adjust the display to turn on and begin...
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... of the TFT manufacturing technology. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 54 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Over a period of time, and depending on...on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that all drives are properly connected and ready. ...
... of the TFT manufacturing technology. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 54 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Over a period of time, and depending on...on the notebook chassis, unless you plan to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that all drives are properly connected and ready. ...
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... the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to step 3. 1 If the computer is on, begin at step 1; For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 123. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down . Getting Started Adding memory 57 If the computer is on... module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery.
... the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to step 3. 1 If the computer is on, begin at step 1; For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 123. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down . Getting Started Adding memory 57 If the computer is on... module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery.
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... the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place. The clips on the memory module connector until the...
... the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place. The clips on the memory module connector until the...
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...for a while. When you power down command when connected to a domain server instead. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command if you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down the...are not using the computer for a longer period, you have work in loss of data. 76 Getting Started Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. Never turn off for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is in use the Windows Turn Off...
...for a while. When you power down command when connected to a domain server instead. Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command if you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down the...are not using the computer for a longer period, you have work in loss of data. 76 Getting Started Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery. Never turn off for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is in use the Windows Turn Off...
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... clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase... Moving the computer Before moving your computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. To keep your desk. For more information on page 126. 84 Getting Started Caring for your computer ...
... clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase... Moving the computer Before moving your computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. To keep your desk. For more information on page 126. 84 Getting Started Caring for your computer ...
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.... If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. See your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. HINT: Some...
.... If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. See your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. HINT: Some...
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... Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save feature. This is all you need to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Use this is one of the most important rules of saving frequently.
... Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save feature. This is all you need to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Use this is one of the most important rules of saving frequently.
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... down the computer Starting again after Shut down To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. If you can start it from the hard disk takes longer than ...test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more time and...
... down the computer Starting again after Shut down To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the computer to the hard disk. If you can start it from the hard disk takes longer than ...test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the mode in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more time and...
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... mode, press the power button until the on/off light turns green. A fully charged main battery will be lost. Factors to the screen you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Using Standby The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode...by opening the display panel. Be sure to save your unsaved information will last up to the mode in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. The computer returns to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in which you left off computer, and select Stand By. If ...
... mode, press the power button until the on/off light turns green. A fully charged main battery will be lost. Factors to the screen you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Using Standby The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode...by opening the display panel. Be sure to save your unsaved information will last up to the mode in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. The computer returns to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in which you left off computer, and select Stand By. If ...
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... that enhance its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can recharge it is the main battery. This is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it many times. 115 Many of these features active, allowing... covers all aspects of using your computer to operate at its energy efficiency. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba.
... that enhance its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can recharge it is the main battery. This is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it many times. 115 Many of these features active, allowing... covers all aspects of using your computer to operate at its energy efficiency. We recommend you leave these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba.
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... to be used to select a power level setting for specific battery measurement test. Battery may not indicate a low-battery condition. Recharge time varies depending on battery power at www.accessories.toshiba.com. Published battery life numbers are achieved on AC power. This is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to perform at the time of individual...
... to be used to select a power level setting for specific battery measurement test. Battery may not indicate a low-battery condition. Recharge time varies depending on battery power at www.accessories.toshiba.com. Published battery life numbers are achieved on AC power. This is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to perform at the time of individual...