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Contents Introduction 37 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Creating a computer-friendly environment........42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 46 Setting up your computer 46 Setting up your software 47 Registering your computer with Toshiba 48 Adding external devices 49 Connecting to a power source 50 Using the main battery 53 28
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Creating a computer-friendly environment........42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 46 Setting up your computer 46 Setting up your software 47 Registering your computer with Toshiba 48 Adding external devices 49 Connecting to a power source 50 Using the main battery 53 28
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31 Contents Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device 109 Using the Toshiba Assist button 110 Starting a program 111 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer .112 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ..113 Saving ...Powering down the computer 124 Using Turn Off or Shut down 125 Using Hibernation 127 Using Standby 130 Toshiba's online resources 132 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 133 Toshiba's energy-saver design 133 Running the computer on battery power 133 Battery Notice 134 Power management 135 Using additional batteries 135 Charging batteries 136 Charging the main...
31 Contents Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device 109 Using the Toshiba Assist button 110 Starting a program 111 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer .112 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ..113 Saving ...Powering down the computer 124 Using Turn Off or Shut down 125 Using Hibernation 127 Using Standby 130 Toshiba's online resources 132 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 133 Toshiba's energy-saver design 133 Running the computer on battery power 133 Battery Notice 134 Power management 135 Using additional batteries 135 Charging batteries 136 Charging the main...
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... 143 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........145 Changing the main battery 146 Removing the battery from the computer .......146 Inserting a charged battery 148 Taking care of your battery 148 Safety precautions 148 Maximizing battery life 149 Disposing of used batteries safely 150 Traveling tips 152 Chapter 5: Exploring Your Computer's Features 153 Exploring the...
... 143 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........145 Changing the main battery 146 Removing the battery from the computer .......146 Inserting a charged battery 148 Taking care of your battery 148 Safety precautions 148 Maximizing battery life 149 Disposing of used batteries safely 150 Traveling tips 152 Chapter 5: Exploring Your Computer's Features 153 Exploring the...
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...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 241 If you need further assistance 247 Before you contact Toshiba 247 Contacting Toshiba 248 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 249 Toshiba's worldwide offices 249 Appendix A: Hot Keys 251 Volume Mute 251 Password security 252 Without a password... 252 With a password 252 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 253 Power usage mode 254 ...
...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 241 If you need further assistance 247 Before you contact Toshiba 247 Contacting Toshiba 248 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 249 Toshiba's worldwide offices 249 Appendix A: Hot Keys 251 Volume Mute 251 Password security 252 Without a password... 252 With a password 252 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 253 Power usage mode 254 ...
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... long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. If any part of the body. Remove the battery pack.
... long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. If any part of the body. Remove the battery pack.
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..., make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you must complete all setup steps up to charge the battery you can use the computer on surfaces with objects that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. Setting...
..., make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you must complete all setup steps up to charge the battery you can use the computer on surfaces with objects that cools the CPU by creating a vacuum. Setting...
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... You must complete all setup steps up to "Setting up your software" on page 47 before you can use external power or to charge the battery, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. To use it. See "Using an external keyboard" on page 67. ❖...; Install PC Cards. See "Connecting a local printer" on page 65. ❖ Connect an external monitor. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be sure to complete "Setting up your computer online, or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. See "Connecting a ...
... You must complete all setup steps up to "Setting up your software" on page 47 before you can use external power or to charge the battery, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. To use it. See "Using an external keyboard" on page 67. ❖...; Install PC Cards. See "Connecting a local printer" on page 65. ❖ Connect an external monitor. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be sure to complete "Setting up your computer online, or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. See "Connecting a ...
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... adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. Failure to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the... resulting in serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's main battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate.
... adapter could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any metal parts. Failure to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; Use the... resulting in serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's main battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to operate.
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...or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Doing any of the main 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. Never tamper with wet hands. Failure to follow this ...a power source Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never run a cord/cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; never splice or alter a cord/cable; never place ...
...or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Doing any of the main 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. Never tamper with wet hands. Failure to follow this ...a power source Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. never run a cord/cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; never splice or alter a cord/cable; never place ...
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... to power the computer you must first charge it. Before using the main battery to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to power the computer. Using the main...several hours with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is charged for the first time, avoid leaving...
... to power the computer you must first charge it. Before using the main battery to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to power the computer. Using the main...several hours with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is charged for the first time, avoid leaving...
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...you to turn it . Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is attached. Sample opening the display panel 54 Getting Started Using the computer for the first ... management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and allows the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to the right...
...you to turn it . Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is attached. Sample opening the display panel 54 Getting Started Using the computer for the first ... management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and allows the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to the right...
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... your PC. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. This information applies to increase the brightness of the many possible icons used on battery power. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when ...55 To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic ...
... your PC. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. This information applies to increase the brightness of the many possible icons used on battery power. Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when ...55 To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic ...
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... turning on the power The preinstalled operating system loads automatically. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to use .
... turning on the power The preinstalled operating system loads automatically. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to use .
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Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer, you turn on page 124. If you are not using the computer for a while. With the computer off, it ...for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use and result in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows®...
Doing so may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer, you turn on page 124. If you are not using the computer for a while. With the computer off, it ...for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use and result in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows®...
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... the audible warning set , the computer performs Nothing, Standby, or Hibernate (see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 133. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 127). Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. 58 Getting Started Caring...
... the audible warning set , the computer performs Nothing, Standby, or Hibernate (see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 133. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's main battery, see "Using Hibernation" on page 127). Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. 58 Getting Started Caring...
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...module, turn off the computer" on page 57 for a service professional to the computer, including the AC adapter. 3 Remove the battery. See "Turning off the computer using the Shut down your computer completely using the Start menu. NOTE Memory module installation requires significant ...in good condition. If you are uncomfortable with the computer's power on page 146. Installing a memory module with this, please contact your Toshiba sales representative for more information. 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to complete this procedure. 1 Shut down or Turn Off command....
...module, turn off the computer" on page 57 for a service professional to the computer, including the AC adapter. 3 Remove the battery. See "Turning off the computer using the Shut down your computer completely using the Start menu. NOTE Memory module installation requires significant ...in good condition. If you are uncomfortable with the computer's power on page 146. Installing a memory module with this, please contact your Toshiba sales representative for more information. 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to complete this procedure. 1 Shut down or Turn Off command....
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... into corresponding notches on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with a hard disk partition to allow you to secure latches. 19 Install the battery pack. 20 Turn the computer over and restart it automatically recognizes the additional memory. Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 77 The clips...
... into corresponding notches on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with a hard disk partition to allow you to secure latches. 19 Install the battery pack. 20 Turn the computer over and restart it automatically recognizes the additional memory. Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 77 The clips...
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You can also launch the application by clicking Start, All Programs, Hard Disk Recovery Utilities, and then Toshiba Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you want to carry unnecessary components with your computer for travel . For example, ...any one of plastic) that were originally bundled with you when you travel ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on -screen prompts to reinstall the drivers and applications that reinforces the Slim SelectBay...
You can also launch the application by clicking Start, All Programs, Hard Disk Recovery Utilities, and then Toshiba Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you want to carry unnecessary components with your computer for travel . For example, ...any one of plastic) that were originally bundled with you when you travel ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on -screen prompts to reinstall the drivers and applications that reinforces the Slim SelectBay...
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Sample removing the hard drive bay cover screw 6 Remove the hard drive bay cover. See "Changing the main battery" on page 146. 5 Remove the screw on the hard drive bay cover. 90 Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables that may be connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery. Sample removing the hard drive bay cover 7 Lift the hard drive bay cover to expose the hard drive.
Sample removing the hard drive bay cover screw 6 Remove the hard drive bay cover. See "Changing the main battery" on page 146. 5 Remove the screw on the hard drive bay cover. 90 Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables that may be connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery. Sample removing the hard drive bay cover 7 Lift the hard drive bay cover to expose the hard drive.
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...-save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter covers the basics of charge while you are using your battery runs out of using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your computer. This feature saves your software documentation for example...
...-save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter covers the basics of charge while you are using your battery runs out of using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your computer. This feature saves your software documentation for example...