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...-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
...-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico...
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 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 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 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 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29
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... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 110...
... Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main battery power 108 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low ...110 Setting battery notifications 110...
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34 Contents TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 158 Fingerprint utility limitations 158 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....158 Fingerprint Logon 159 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint ... system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk drive problems 178 Optical drive problems 180 Sound system problems 181 ExpressCard® problems 181 Printer problems...
34 Contents TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 158 Fingerprint utility limitations 158 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....158 Fingerprint Logon 159 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint ... system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk drive problems 178 Optical drive problems 180 Sound system problems 181 ExpressCard® problems 181 Printer problems...
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... and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using...
... and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using...
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...such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic ...Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer, contains helpful information for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your work area from the power plug ...
...such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic ...Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer, contains helpful information for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your work area from the power plug ...
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... those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to be charged before adding external or internal components to... your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer. These components include, but are protected from...
... those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to be charged before adding external or internal components to... your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer. These components include, but are protected from...
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...any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. 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 ...or damage to the computer. Failure to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to remove a plug from a socket. Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and ...
...any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. 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 ...or damage to the computer. Failure to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to remove a plug from a socket. Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and ...
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...system operation and will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for information on page 114 for the... time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the...
...system operation and will be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for information on page 114 for the... time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the...
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... the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for you to...
... the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for you to...
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... the screen while on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not have selected all those features. Your display contains an extremely large number of... you may appear on your screen display when you have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the many possible icons used on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
... the screen while on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not have selected all those features. Your display contains an extremely large number of... you may appear on your screen display when you have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the many possible icons used on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
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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. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off... (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 114. 5...
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. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off... (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 114. 5...
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... 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main...
... 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main...
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.... 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer... inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM).
.... 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer... inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM).
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... not using the computer for a while. It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. 74 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette...
... not using the computer for a while. It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. 74 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette...
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...maintain the saved information, system settings are off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are ...off . Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you left it, including all open programs and files you were using the...
...maintain the saved information, system settings are off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are ...off . Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you left it, including all open programs and files you were using the...
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...174; operating system may save your work first. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you... will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left off the computer For information on page 82. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the ...
...174; operating system may save your work first. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you... will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left off the computer For information on page 82. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the ...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... OK. The computer returns to go into Hibernation mode when you click the power button in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... OK. The computer returns to go into Hibernation mode when you click the power button in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
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... of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of Power Options screen The Advanced settings tab of the... Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.
... of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of Power Options screen The Advanced settings tab of the... Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.