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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 52 26
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment........40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 52 26
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... work 120 Restoring your work 121 Toshiba's online resources 121 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 122 Toshiba's energy-saver design 122 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 123 Power management 124 Using additional batteries 125 Charging batteries 125 Charging the main battery 126 Charging the RTC battery 127 Monitoring main battery power 128 Determining remaining main battery power ....130 What to do...
... work 120 Restoring your work 121 Toshiba's online resources 121 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 122 Toshiba's energy-saver design 122 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 123 Power management 124 Using additional batteries 125 Charging batteries 125 Charging the main battery 126 Charging the RTC battery 127 Monitoring main battery power 128 Determining remaining main battery power ....130 What to do...
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... you need further assistance 242 Before you contact Toshiba 242 Contacting Toshiba 243 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 244 Toshiba's worldwide offices 244 Appendix A: Hot Keys 246 Volume Mute 246 Password security 247 Without a password 247 With a password 247 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 248 Power usage mode 249 Standby mode 249...
... you need further assistance 242 Before you contact Toshiba 242 Contacting Toshiba 243 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 244 Toshiba's worldwide offices 244 Appendix A: Hot Keys 246 Volume Mute 246 Password security 247 Without a password 247 With a password 247 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 248 Power usage mode 249 Standby mode 249...
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... depending on page 48. These components include, but are not limited to a power source" on the computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other..., make sure the air intake on surfaces with objects that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to shut down. If the fan is not blocked. Do not use it could cause the CPU...
... depending on page 48. These components include, but are not limited to a power source" on the computer. To use external power or to charge the battery you can use the computer on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other..., make sure the air intake on surfaces with objects that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to shut down. If the fan is not blocked. Do not use it could cause the CPU...
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.../cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury. Failure to avoid ... step; Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery. 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket.
.../cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to follow the steps in the exact order as described in serious injury. Failure to avoid ... step; Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to charge the computer's battery. 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket.
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...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 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 the AC adapter NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it ...
...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 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 the AC adapter NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it ...
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... that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer. 52 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for more than a few...
... that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. Your computer's Power Saver utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer. 52 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for more than a few...
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...place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in "Checking total memory" on page 63. When ...module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on either side of the memory module snap into position. If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. ...
...place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in "Checking total memory" on page 63. When ...module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on either side of the memory module snap into position. If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. ...
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... on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 137. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63 Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When...
... on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 137. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63 Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When...
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... cause you to turn off your work in -use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate It is being accessed, you have up to fully charge the main battery. Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing either Turn Off or Shut Down: ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you...
... cause you to turn off your work in -use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate It is being accessed, you have up to fully charge the main battery. Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing either Turn Off or Shut Down: ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you...
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... since you must restart your computer to the disk. If the network you are working, you save feature that can be activated. See your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. Your work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer...
... since you must restart your computer to the disk. If the network you are working, you save feature that can be activated. See your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you last saved. Your work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer...
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... need to retain a charge. 123 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at the time of publication. See "Detailed Specs" for an extended...
... need to retain a charge. 123 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at the time of publication. See "Detailed Specs" for an extended...
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...date information. Users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on battery power The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that will provide the most stable operating environment and... computer ships with the power management options preset to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is turned off.
...date information. Users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on battery power The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that will provide the most stable operating environment and... computer ships with the power management options preset to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is turned off.
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... for use it to power the computer. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. Never leave batteries in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. Charging batteries The main battery needs to be charged before you can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential...
... for use it to power the computer. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. Never leave batteries in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. Charging batteries The main battery needs to be charged before you can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential...
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... power provided by the AC adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of battery capacity. HINT: Once the battery is in your computer is almost completely discharged. 126 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to recharge. Your computer...
... power provided by the AC adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of battery capacity. HINT: Once the battery is in your computer is almost completely discharged. 126 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to recharge. Your computer...
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...message during startup: BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS) CHECK SYSTEM NOTE The above error message may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working . If the RTC battery is powered on . 127 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal ...real-time clock (RTC) battery. NOTE It is on . When fully charged, it charges while the computer is seldom necessary to reset the real...
...message during startup: BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS) CHECK SYSTEM NOTE The above error message may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working . If the RTC battery is powered on . 127 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal ...real-time clock (RTC) battery. NOTE It is on . When fully charged, it charges while the computer is seldom necessary to reset the real...
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... unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and...
... unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and...
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... computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. 130 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining main battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the left side of the dialog box. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties The remaining battery charge is indicated on the computer before trying...
... computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. 130 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining main battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the left side of the dialog box. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties The remaining battery charge is indicated on the computer before trying...
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...disk before the main battery completely runs out of the battery. Check your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off . The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on page 87.... What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can continue where you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit....
...disk before the main battery completely runs out of the battery. Check your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off . The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on page 87.... What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can continue where you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit....
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..., connecting 82 problem solving 227, 228 printing a file 111 problem solving AC power 214 accessing disk drives 205 battery charge does not last 215 battery not charging 214 cannot insert diskette in drive 221 cannot read a diskette 221 changing display properties 218 checking device properties 212 ...computer hangs when PC Card inserted 226 computer will not power up 204 contacting Toshiba 242, 243 corrupted/damaged data files 221...
..., connecting 82 problem solving 227, 228 printing a file 111 problem solving AC power 214 accessing disk drives 205 battery charge does not last 215 battery not charging 214 cannot insert diskette in drive 221 cannot read a diskette 221 changing display properties 218 checking device properties 212 ...computer hangs when PC Card inserted 226 computer will not power up 204 contacting Toshiba 242, 243 corrupted/damaged data files 221...