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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 Other precautions 45 Setting up your computer 46 Connecting the AC adapter 47 Charging the battery 50 Turning on the computer 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Setting up other devices 54 28
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 Other precautions 45 Setting up your computer 46 Connecting the AC adapter 47 Charging the battery 50 Turning on the computer 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Setting up other devices 54 28
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... Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 128 Changing batteries 129 Taking care of your battery 131 Safety precautions 131 Maximizing battery life 132 Disposing of...
... Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 128 Changing batteries 129 Taking care of your battery 131 Safety precautions 131 Maximizing battery life 132 Disposing of...
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... 197 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own ........198 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 199 Memory problems 201 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems......208 Sound system problems... Modem problems 214 Develop good computing habits 214 If you need further assistance 215 Before you call 216 Contacting Toshiba 216 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 217 Toshiba's worldwide offices 218 Appendix A: Hot Keys 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 227 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree...
... 197 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own ........198 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 199 Memory problems 201 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems......208 Sound system problems... Modem problems 214 Develop good computing habits 214 If you need further assistance 215 Before you call 216 Contacting Toshiba 216 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 217 Toshiba's worldwide offices 218 Appendix A: Hot Keys 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 227 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree...
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See "Using external display devices" on page 61. ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be sure to complete "Setting up your software" on page 53. To register your computer online, or to sign up for an ... must complete all set-up steps up to "Setting up your software" on page 53 before you can use external power or to charge the battery, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards...
See "Using external display devices" on page 61. ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be sure to complete "Setting up your software" on page 53. To register your computer online, or to sign up for an ... must complete all set-up steps up to "Setting up your software" on page 53 before you can use external power or to charge the battery, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards...
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... or minor bodily injury when touched. Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 Connecting the AC adapter our computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Doing so may damage the power cord/cable and result in the User...
... or minor bodily injury when touched. Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 Connecting the AC adapter our computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Doing so may damage the power cord/cable and result in the User...
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...49 2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on the back of electric shock. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is a risk of the computer. There is... not connected to a live electrical outlet. Doing so may cause an electric shock. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 125. Damaged power cords/cables can cause fire or electric shock. If the power cord/cable becomes damaged or the...
...49 2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on the back of electric shock. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is a risk of the computer. There is... not connected to a live electrical outlet. Doing so may cause an electric shock. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 125. Damaged power cords/cables can cause fire or electric shock. If the power cord/cable becomes damaged or the...
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...live electrical outlet using all of the power provided by the AC Adaptor to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery can use the battery to power the computer. Charging time for system operation and will be used . If the computer is off for the first time, ...demand placed on the AC adapter. When the AC adapter is completely charged and ready to power the computer, you are also charging a secondary battery housed in about three hours. If the computer is on the applications, power management settings, and features used to recharge. If you must ...
...live electrical outlet using all of the power provided by the AC Adaptor to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery can use the battery to power the computer. Charging time for system operation and will be used . If the computer is off for the first time, ...demand placed on the AC adapter. When the AC adapter is completely charged and ready to power the computer, you are also charging a secondary battery housed in about three hours. If the computer is on the applications, power management settings, and features used to recharge. If you must ...
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... number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology. Getting Started Turning on the computer 51 For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
... number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology. Getting Started Turning on the computer 51 For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
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..., do not turn 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 ensure that any diskette drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the operating...
..., do not turn 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 ensure that any diskette drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the operating...
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Never turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you close the display panel to recharge the main battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to keep dust and dirt out of data. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut ...
Never turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. If you close the display panel to recharge the main battery. Doing so may take up to three hours to keep dust and dirt out of data. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut ...
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... is on, begin at step 1; Installing a memory module with this, please contact your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is in the primary slot, due to the ease of installation. The computer does not boot when the primary slot is vacant. otherwise, ...skip to step 2. 1 Save your work, then shut down your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to the unlocked position. Installing a memory module in the primary slot. See "Turning off the computer" on page 54...
... is on, begin at step 1; Installing a memory module with this, please contact your computer completely using the Shut down . 5 If the battery lock is in the primary slot, due to the ease of installation. The computer does not boot when the primary slot is vacant. otherwise, ...skip to step 2. 1 Save your work, then shut down your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to the unlocked position. Installing a memory module in the primary slot. See "Turning off the computer" on page 54...
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... place so that secures the memory module cover, then remove the memory module cover. 68 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 1 Memory module cover Locating the sample memory module cover 7 Using a standard Phillips no memory module exists in the slot, proceed to step...
... place so that secures the memory module cover, then remove the memory module cover. 68 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 1 Memory module cover Locating the sample memory module cover 7 Using a standard Phillips no memory module exists in the slot, proceed to step...
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... damage the computer, the module, or both. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you can retrieve it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to the right and open the display panel. 9 Insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the brace.... Place the screw in a safe place so that you may have connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down. 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it later. 1 2 Removing the sample retaining screw 8 Turn the computer over and slide the display latch to release...
... damage the computer, the module, or both. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you can retrieve it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to the right and open the display panel. 9 Insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the brace.... Place the screw in a safe place so that you may have connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down. 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it later. 1 2 Removing the sample retaining screw 8 Turn the computer over and slide the display latch to release...
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Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 75 16 Replace the metal brace and the screw. 17 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer, it . When you turn on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with the two screws. 18 Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches. 19 Replace the retaining screw. 20 Install the battery pack. 21 Turn the computer over and restart it automatically recognizes the additional memory.
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 75 16 Replace the metal brace and the screw. 17 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer, it . When you turn on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with the two screws. 18 Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches. 19 Replace the retaining screw. 20 Install the battery pack. 21 Turn the computer over and restart it automatically recognizes the additional memory.
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...® gives you can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. After the module is stopped, it is safe to the computer itself. 1 Do one of several modules can be used in ..., you additional flexibility. Failure to do so may result in the Slim SelectBay: ❖ DVD-ROM drive ❖ Multi-function drive ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from the Slim SelectBay® NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your computer, or to...
...® gives you can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. After the module is stopped, it is safe to the computer itself. 1 Do one of several modules can be used in ..., you additional flexibility. Failure to do so may result in the Slim SelectBay: ❖ DVD-ROM drive ❖ Multi-function drive ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from the Slim SelectBay® NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your computer, or to...
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Depending upon the original hard drive installed in the locked position, slide it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to increase storage capacity by inserting a drive into the select bay module. Removing the sample hard drive bay cover screw 8 Remove... hard drives with various capacities. To change the internal hard drive. 1 Save your work, then shut down or Turn Off command. See "Changing batteries" on page 54. 2 Unplug the computer. 78 Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives Inserting and removing hard drives Your computer can ...
Depending upon the original hard drive installed in the locked position, slide it to the unlocked position. 6 Slide the battery release latch to increase storage capacity by inserting a drive into the select bay module. Removing the sample hard drive bay cover screw 8 Remove... hard drives with various capacities. To change the internal hard drive. 1 Save your work, then shut down or Turn Off command. See "Changing batteries" on page 54. 2 Unplug the computer. 78 Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives Inserting and removing hard drives Your computer can ...
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.... 87 Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. If the network you are using your battery runs out of using goes down and you must restart your computer to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Computing tips ❖ Save...
.... 87 Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. If the network you are using your battery runs out of using goes down and you must restart your computer to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Computing tips ❖ Save...
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This is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to the right of computing. Saving files 1 On the File menu of saving frequently. Check your Windows® program, click Save. ...
This is a good idea to get in case the main battery discharges before you return to the right of computing. Saving files 1 On the File menu of saving frequently. Check your Windows® program, click Save. ...
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The computer is now securely locked. To keep your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the computer, then give the key a quarter turn and remove it. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. Never use harsh or caustic...
The computer is now securely locked. To keep your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on the computer, then give the key a quarter turn and remove it. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. Never use harsh or caustic...
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... lights are connected to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open any of these steps to use. This is shut down completely. You must...
... lights are connected to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open any of these steps to use. This is shut down completely. You must...