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2 Contents Introduction 19 Setting up your computer and getting started 21 Adding memory (optional 25 Your computer's TFT display 31 Inserting a PC Card 31 Removing a PC Card 32 Learning the basics 32 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 33 Using the optical drive 35 Moving the computer 37 Mobile computing 38 Taking care of your battery 42 If something goes wrong 44 If you need further assistance 48 Power cord/cable connectors 49 Features and specifications 49 Index 50
2 Contents Introduction 19 Setting up your computer and getting started 21 Adding memory (optional 25 Your computer's TFT display 31 Inserting a PC Card 31 Removing a PC Card 32 Learning the basics 32 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 33 Using the optical drive 35 Moving the computer 37 Mobile computing 38 Taking care of your battery 42 If something goes wrong 44 If you need further assistance 48 Power cord/cable connectors 49 Features and specifications 49 Index 50
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...Germany Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. ...An adhoc mode is available in battery mode. 802.11 b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Hong Kong Taiwan Mexico Brunei New Zeland India Saudi Arabia Canada USA Malaysia 802.11a (5...
...Germany Iceland Japan Malaysia Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Belgium Finland Greece Ireland Liechtenstein Netherlands Philippines Spain Thailand Approved Countries/Regions for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. ...An adhoc mode is available in battery mode. 802.11 b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Hong Kong Taiwan Mexico Brunei New Zeland India Saudi Arabia Canada USA Malaysia 802.11a (5...
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... heat injury to this resource guide: ❖ An electronic version of travel. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of your computer, and never expose the computer...Manual for other programs that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your computer and getting started The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that may come with the underside or surface of these instructions could damage the computer ...
... heat injury to this resource guide: ❖ An electronic version of travel. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of your computer, and never expose the computer...Manual for other programs that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your computer and getting started The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that may come with the underside or surface of these instructions could damage the computer ...
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...or to remove a plug from a socket. An overload on the notebook chassis, unless you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use the AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Never pull on your... serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this guide. Be careful if you have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used on a power cord/cable to charge the computer...
...or to remove a plug from a socket. An overload on the notebook chassis, unless you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use the AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Never pull on your... serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this guide. Be careful if you have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used on a power cord/cable to charge the computer...
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... Down menu appears. 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. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
... Down menu appears. 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. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
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...slot cover and secure it on page 25 to work. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Adding memory (optional)" on and data in memory will not be lost. The... computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Adding memory (optional) 29 Front of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at ...
...slot cover and secure it on page 25 to work. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Adding memory (optional)" on and data in memory will not be lost. The... computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Adding memory (optional) 29 Front of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at ...
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...away from the memory module. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. If one of the slot. 4 Replace the memory module... slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one memory module installed for the computer to scan your hard drive for errors...
...away from the memory module. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. If one of the slot. 4 Replace the memory module... slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one memory module installed for the computer to scan your hard drive for errors...
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When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Do not force the card into the computer's PC Card slot. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage ...-film transistors (TFT) and is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly but gently to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power.
When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Do not force the card into the computer's PC Card slot. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage ...-film transistors (TFT) and is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly but gently to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power.
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... your files to a removable storage media on . If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using the card. 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in a safe place...
... your files to a removable storage media on . If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using the card. 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in a safe place...
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.... to enable users to customize system settings to defend your data and your Toshiba notebook computer. See www.easyguard.toshiba.com for procedures. to be more than a month), the battery may not be available on a particular Toshiba notebook depending on battery power at maximum capacity and will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on...
.... to enable users to customize system settings to defend your data and your Toshiba notebook computer. See www.easyguard.toshiba.com for procedures. to be more than a month), the battery may not be available on a particular Toshiba notebook depending on battery power at maximum capacity and will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on...
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...indicates that stores your computer is turned off . Mobile computing 39 The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that the system is suspended (using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to a month while... the computer is turned off , even when AC power is powered on / off light ( ). Setting battery notifications Your computer can be configured to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). It maintains this ...
...indicates that stores your computer is turned off . Mobile computing 39 The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that the system is suspended (using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to a month while... the computer is turned off , even when AC power is powered on / off light ( ). Setting battery notifications Your computer can be configured to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). It maintains this ...
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...cause serious injury or fire, and could fail, causing it in Hibernation mode according to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and... turn the computer upside down your computer, or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure.
...cause serious injury or fire, and could fail, causing it in Hibernation mode according to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and... turn the computer upside down your computer, or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure.
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..., such as cellophane tape, on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it with reverse polarity. Do not force the battery into position. 3 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables that you cannot install it...do so could possibly result in serious injury. Mobile computing 41 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on the electrode during transportation ...
..., such as cellophane tape, on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it with reverse polarity. Do not force the battery into position. 3 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables that you cannot install it...do so could possibly result in serious injury. Mobile computing 41 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on the electrode during transportation ...
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.../ cable from the computer. ❖ Do not try to take care of your battery and prolong its life, and reverse charging could explode. Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will shorten its life. If the battery pack has at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should hear a click when it . ❖ Avoid...
.../ cable from the computer. ❖ Do not try to take care of your battery and prolong its life, and reverse charging could explode. Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will shorten its life. If the battery pack has at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should hear a click when it . ❖ Avoid...
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... certain applicable The DC-IN or AC power-light should glow green, and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is not being charged. Always dispose of used batteries When a battery pack nears the end of its life, its ability to hold a charge and you... their ability to explode and/or release caustic liquid, both which may possibly cause serious injury. If the battery light flashes or there is fully discharged. Use of nonconforming battery packs could possibly result in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Failure to do so could generate...
... certain applicable The DC-IN or AC power-light should glow green, and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is not being charged. Always dispose of used batteries When a battery pack nears the end of its life, its ability to hold a charge and you... their ability to explode and/or release caustic liquid, both which may possibly cause serious injury. If the battery light flashes or there is fully discharged. Use of nonconforming battery packs could possibly result in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Failure to do so could generate...
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...; Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. Closing the failed program should allow you are easy to dispose of old batteries by sponsoring Call2Recycle, a program of the Start menu. Toshiba is dedicated to California, U.S.A. If it may apply. only: Perchlorate Material - If you cannot find the information you want to our...
...; Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. Closing the failed program should allow you are easy to dispose of old batteries by sponsoring Call2Recycle, a program of the Start menu. Toshiba is dedicated to California, U.S.A. If it may apply. only: Perchlorate Material - If you cannot find the information you want to our...
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... documentation that the computer is working by looking at the on returns you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Verify that the active program accepts text input. If something goes wrong 45 The Shut Down menu appears. Start Arrow Shut Down menu (Sample Image...
... documentation that the computer is working by looking at the on returns you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Verify that the active program accepts text input. If something goes wrong 45 The Shut Down menu appears. Start Arrow Shut Down menu (Sample Image...
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If another device in the electronic user's guide for more information. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. See "Using PC Cards" in the system. PC Cards that may be caused by an I /O base address. Since ... ❖ Make sure the card is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. If the card malfunctions again, it may appear on battery power. Resolving PC Card problems Here are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. The computer stops working (hangs) when you may be defective....
If another device in the electronic user's guide for more information. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. See "Using PC Cards" in the system. PC Cards that may be caused by an I /O base address. Since ... ❖ Make sure the card is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. If the card malfunctions again, it may appear on battery power. Resolving PC Card problems Here are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. The computer stops working (hangs) when you may be defective....
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...clock (RTC) 39 removing 40 buttons eject, optical drive 35 C CD/DVD inserting 36 changing main battery 40 click 34 computer moving 37 setting up 26 computing tips 32 connecting AC adaptor 22 power cord/cable... up 32 saving 32 I inserting CD/DVD 36 PC Cards 31 installing main battery 40, 41 memory module 25 K keyboard unexpected characters 46 keyboard problems not working 45 L lights AC power 22... M main battery changing 40 installing 40, 41 removing 40 memory module installing 25 inserting into socket 27 ...
...clock (RTC) 39 removing 40 buttons eject, optical drive 35 C CD/DVD inserting 36 changing main battery 40 click 34 computer moving 37 setting up 26 computing tips 32 connecting AC adaptor 22 power cord/cable... up 32 saving 32 I inserting CD/DVD 36 PC Cards 31 installing main battery 40, 41 memory module 25 K keyboard unexpected characters 46 keyboard problems not working 45 L lights AC power 22... M main battery changing 40 installing 40, 41 removing 40 memory module installing 25 inserting into socket 27 ...
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... saving files 32 screen problems blank screen 46 secondary button 33, 34 setting battery alarms 39 setting up AC adaptor 22 computer 26 specifications Features and specifications 49 stored data protection 3 T tips on computing 32 Toshiba Accessories information 25 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 33 U using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 33 W Web sites 48
... saving files 32 screen problems blank screen 46 secondary button 33, 34 setting battery alarms 39 setting up AC adaptor 22 computer 26 specifications Features and specifications 49 stored data protection 3 T tips on computing 32 Toshiba Accessories information 25 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 33 U using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 33 W Web sites 48