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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 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 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 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 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 44 Adding optional external devices 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 28
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... Using additional batteries 104 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 109 Conserving battery power 110 Power Plans 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing...
... Using additional batteries 104 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 108 What to do when the main battery runs low ...109 Setting battery notifications 109 Conserving battery power 110 Power Plans 111 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 112 Changing the main battery 113 Removing...
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...NOTE The names of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and click Next. 3 Enter your desired user name and password, choose a picture to be charged before adding external or internal components to complete the setup procedure. The first time you turn on the computer for the first time, do not... Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to charge the battery you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you can use external power or to your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the...
...NOTE The names of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and click Next. 3 Enter your desired user name and password, choose a picture to be charged before adding external or internal components to complete the setup procedure. The first time you turn on the computer for the first time, do not... Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to charge the battery you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you can use external power or to your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the...
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Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Use of fire or other damage to remove a plug from a socket. Use the power... cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket to follow...
Getting Started 45 Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Use of fire or other damage to remove a plug from a socket. Use the power... cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket to follow...
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...; 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 adaptor is time to power the computer, you must charge the battery. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Continuing to power the computer. Getting...
...; 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 adaptor is time to power the computer, you must charge the battery. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Continuing to power the computer. Getting...
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...place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on and begin using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using it. Do not press or push on the applications, power management settings, and features used to ...a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the display panel and be used . Your computer's Power Options...
...place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on and begin using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using it. Do not press or push on the applications, power management settings, and features used to ...a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the display panel and be used . Your computer's Power Options...
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Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting ...
Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in order to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting ...
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...Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off your computer. If you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is stored to enter...Down command The Shut Down command completely shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts... to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is in which you left it, including ...
...Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off your computer. If you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is stored to enter...Down command The Shut Down command completely shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts... to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is in which you left it, including ...
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... disk suddenly fails, you last saved. However, if your work " on it unless you save feature that can be activated. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the disk. If the network you are working, you will lose...
... disk suddenly fails, you last saved. However, if your work " on it unless you save feature that can be activated. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the disk. If the network you are working, you will lose...
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...™ technology comprises a number of features some of publication. Battery Notice Battery life may not be available on a particular Toshiba notebook depending on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that the battery maintains its ability to retain a charge. Please see the accessories information that shipped with your system), for detailed information. to...
...™ technology comprises a number of features some of publication. Battery Notice Battery life may not be available on a particular Toshiba notebook depending on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that the battery maintains its ability to retain a charge. Please see the accessories information that shipped with your system), for detailed information. to...
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For more information on page 111. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is recommended that you may also have an optional second battery (not included with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Users who are not completely familiar with the power .... TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is attached. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you . For more information about Windows® power plans, see "Power Plans" on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. 104 Mobile Computing Running...
For more information on page 111. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is recommended that you may also have an optional second battery (not included with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Users who are not completely familiar with the power .... TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is attached. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you . For more information about Windows® power plans, see "Power Plans" on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. 104 Mobile Computing Running...
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... Toshiba. Mobile Computing Charging batteries 105 Charging batteries The battery needs to be used . You can use the battery charger specified by the AC adaptor to recharge. The battery may vary depending on or off. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery...
... Toshiba. Mobile Computing Charging batteries 105 Charging batteries The battery needs to be used . You can use the battery charger specified by the AC adaptor to recharge. The battery may vary depending on or off. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery...
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...RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored. The computer can be used to reset the real-time clock. 106 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers... the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used while the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you ...
...RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored. The computer can be used to reset the real-time clock. 106 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers... the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used while the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you ...
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...battery power 107 Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected). ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging...power supply. NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it indicates that the system is time to confuse the battery light ( ) with the on/off light flashes amber, ...
...battery power 107 Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected). ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging...power supply. NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it indicates that the system is time to confuse the battery light ( ) with the on/off light flashes amber, ...
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... the computer for as long as a percentage. A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. The computer needs this time to monitor the remaining battery power. 108 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Power button System Indicator Lights Bridge media light Wireless light AC power light...
... the computer for as long as a percentage. A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. The computer needs this time to monitor the remaining battery power. 108 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Power button System Indicator Lights Bridge media light Wireless light AC power light...
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... the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to an optional high capacity battery (if available for your computer) ❖ Save your open ... power again, you can also set to completely power down . The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your remaining charge frequently if you when a specified percentage of the battery. If you left off . Check your current rate of power use and other factors such...
... the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to an optional high capacity battery (if available for your computer) ❖ Save your open ... power again, you can also set to completely power down . The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your remaining charge frequently if you when a specified percentage of the battery. If you left off . Check your current rate of power use and other factors such...
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...5 Configure the alarm settings to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is...on again ❖ Use the Microsoft® power-saving option Plans 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to suit your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of...
...5 Configure the alarm settings to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is...on again ❖ Use the Microsoft® power-saving option Plans 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to suit your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of...
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... electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until both latchs click. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it immediately. Put insulating...
... electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until both latchs click. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it immediately. Put insulating...
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... resource conflict. Make sure you are easy to it will not start. If you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. The computer will not solve a resource conflict. Clearing the condition may occur when you press a key nothing happens. When this happens turning the power on...
... resource conflict. Make sure you are easy to it will not start. If you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. The computer will not solve a resource conflict. Clearing the condition may occur when you press a key nothing happens. When this happens turning the power on...
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...light is not remapping the keyboard. You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power see "Charging batteries" on . Try using is on the external keyboard. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Refer to the software... Press any of keyboard. For more keyboard error messages. 186 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Refer to this site often to turn off the cursor control mode light ...
...light is not remapping the keyboard. You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power see "Charging batteries" on . Try using is on the external keyboard. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Refer to the software... Press any of keyboard. For more keyboard error messages. 186 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Refer to this site often to turn off the cursor control mode light ...