Toshiba PRO A300D user manual Charging the batteries, Procedures

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Power and Power-up Modes

leak, battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened.

6.Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power. If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely. Sleep and hiberna- tion will not function and data in memory will be lose. Also, the com- puter might register an incorrect time and date. In this case, connect the AC adaptor to recharge the batteries.

7.Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor. Never remove the battery pack while the computer in hibernate or sleep mode. Data will be lost.

Note

1.Never remove the battery pack while the Wake-up on LAN function is enabled. Data will be lost. Before you remove a battery pack, disable the Wake-up on LAN function.

2.To ensure the battery pack maintains maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power once a week until the battery pack is fully discharged. Refer to the section Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power for an extended period, more than a month, the battery might fail to retain a charge. It might not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery pack and Battery indicator might not indicate a low-bat- tery condition.

3.After the battery pack is charged, avoid leaving the AC adaptor con- nected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully-charged battery pack can damage the battery.

Charging the batteries

When the power in the battery pack becomes low, the Battery indicator flashes orange indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain. If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes, the computer enables hibernation mode (so you don’t lose data) and automatically turns off.

You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged.

Procedures

To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer, connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN socket and plug the other end into a working outlet.

The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged.

Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Batteries charger to charge the battery pack. Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger

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Contents Page Copyright DisclaimerTrademarks Macrovision License of Notice Safety instructions When using your computerFCC information FCC notice Declaration of Conformity InformationFCC conditions ContactBsmi notice Taiwan only EU Declaration of Comformity Canadian regulatory information Canada onlyModem warning notice Japan regulationsConformity statement Network compatibility statementType of service Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, PartRedial Telephone company procedures If problems ariseDisconnection Fax brandingInstructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment Modem warning notice for Australia AT&F AT&W AT%TE=0 ATZUser’s Manual General conditions Following information is only for EU-member States Energy Star ProgramOptical disc drive safety instructions Optical disc drive standardsLocation of the required label DVD Super Multi +-R DL drivePioneer DVR-KD08TBM/DVR-KD08TBF HD DVD-ROM drive HD DVD-RW driveInternational precautions Vorsicht Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-System und ist alsImportant notice Table of Contents Keyboard indicators -12 Optical disc drive Restarting the computer -7 System recovery optionsUsing the touchpad -1 Using the fingerprint sensor USB Sleep and Charge functionMedia care Using the FM tuner -45 Wireless communications Generating Ascii charactersHW Setup -1Accessing HW Setup -1 HW Setup window Security lockTroubleshooting Appendix C V.90/V.92 Manual contents PrefaceConventions AbbreviationsIcons KeysDisplay MessagesTerminology StartGeneral Precautions Creating a computer-friendly environmentStress injury Heat injury Pressure or impact damageExpressCard overheating Mobile phonesEquipment checklist IntroductionHardware Software DocumentationMicrosoft Windows Vista Features ProcessorMemory Built-inVideo RAM Disks Hard disk driveDVD Super Multi +-R DL drive DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM DVD+R DL DVD-R DL CD-DAHD DVD-ROM drive HD DVD-RW drive Power KeyboardPointing device PortsSlots MultimediaCommunications Security Special features Panel power on/off Low batteryHibernation mode AutomaticToshiba Value Added Package Utilities and applications Start → All Programs → Toshiba → ConfigFree Toshiba BluetoothToshiba Face RecognitionOptions Windows Mobility CenterUSB FDD Grand Tour Front with the display closedVolume control Front edge logoInfrared receiver window Multiple digital media slotLeft side PortFan vent Hdmi out portLink IEEE1394 Right side Shows the computer’s right sideBack side Modem jackFM tuner jack Optical disc driveUnderside CoverFront with the display open Front with the display openSystem indicators FingerprintSensor TouchpadFunction button System indicators PowerMain battery Keyboard indicators Arrow modeNumeric mode Optical disc drive About the HD DVDSummary Region codes for DVD drives and media Code RegionWritable discs CDsDVDs HD DVDsDVD Super Multi +-R DL drive CD-R writeCD-RW write Ultra-speed mediaRemote controller HD DVD-RW driveDVD-R DL write Speed maximum DVD-RAM write HD DVD read Full size remote controller 10 Full size remote controllerControl panel → System and Maintenance → Power Options → Choose what the PowerRecord PauseVolume + VolumeMore information ArrowsSlim size remote controller NumbersBrightness down Brightness up LED on/offUsing the remote controller Operational range of the remote controllerDistance Angle12 Operational range of the remote controller Installing/Removing batteries Type of battery that can be used for the remote controllerInstalling the batteries Full size remote controllerSlim size remote controller Replacing the batteries 19 Removing the batteriesPlacing slim size remote controller Inserting a slim size remote controllerRemove a slim size remote controller AC adaptor 22 The AC adaptor 2-pin plugGetting Started Connecting the AC adaptor Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptorTurning on the power Opening the displayTurning off the power Shut down mode Boot modeHibernation mode Starting up for the first timeBenefits of hibernation mode Starting hibernation modeAutomatic hibernation mode Select HibernateSleep mode Data save in hibernation modeBenefits of sleep mode Executing sleep mode Sleep mode limitationsRestarting the computer System recovery options System recovery optionsCreate optical recovery discs Restoring the preinstalled software from the recovery HDD Select Enter SetupWhen the Toshiba Leading Innovation prompt appears Using the touchpad Operating BasicsUsing the fingerprint sensor Touchpad, touchpad control buttons and fingerpring sensorHow to swipe the finger Slide the finger over the recognition sensorPoints to note about the fingerprint sensor How to delete the fingerprint data Click Delete All FingerprintSet up procedure Fingerprint sensor limitationsPoints to note about the fingerprint utility Windows logon via fingerprint authentication Fingerprint authentication procedureFingerprint system boot authentication Click settingsFingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On feature How to enable fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On featureUSB Sleep and Charge function Using optical disc drives How to enable/disable USB sleep and charge functionLoading discs Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened Lay the CD/DVD/HD DVD, label side up, in the drawer Removing discs Closing the drawerFunction button Icon FunctionCD/None Using Toshiba HD DVD Player to enjoy HD DVDs HD DVD playback restrictionsWhen using Toshiba HD DVD Player Using Toshiba HD DVD Player Starting Toshiba HD DVD PlayerOperating Toshiba HD DVD Player Settings Display AreaMaximize Open Toshiba HD DVD Player Help Toshiba HD DVD Player control windowCurrent position Multi audioChannel output Slow motion Performs slow motion playbackSpecification SubtitleSound RepeatUsing the computer in place of a HD DVD Player Before connectingConnecting to the computer Switching between computer and television display Display compatibilityBefore writing or rewriting DVD-R for Labelflash DVD+R for LabelflashWhen writing or rewriting Disclaimer DVD Super Multi +-R DL drive/HD DVD-ROM drive Writing CD/DVD/HD DVDs on HD DVD-RW drive Important message HD DVD-RW driveLegal footnotes CD-RW High-Speed CD-RW Ultra-SpeedDVD-R DL DVD-RW Operating Basics When writing or rewriting Toshiba Disc Creator How to learn more about Toshiba Disc Creator Data verificationWhen using Ulead DVD MovieFactory for Toshiba Click Labelflash setting and choose Draw QualityVideo How to learn more about Ulead DVD MovieFactory Operating Basics Using the web camera Media careUsing the software Using the microphone ModemProperties menu 18 The Region Selection icon Windows VistaConnecting SettingUsing the FM tuner DisconnectingSelect Start → All Programs → FM Tuner Utility to start FM Wireless communications Wireless LANBluetoothTM wireless technology Wireless communication switchLAN Connecting LAN cable 22 Connecting the LAN cableCleaning the computer Disconnecting LAN cableMoving the computer Heat dispersal Keyboard Typewriter keysFunction keys F1 … F12 Soft keys FN key combinationsEmulating keys on an enhanced keyboard Hot keys Keyboard Toshiba → Utilities → Accessibility FN sticky keyArrow mode Windows special keysKeypad overlay Turning on the overlaysNumeric mode Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay onTemporarily using overlay overlay off Generating Ascii characters Temporarily changing modesHold ALT + FN Power and Power-up Modes Power conditionsPower on Power off No operation AC adaptor ConnectedPower indicators Battery indicatorBattery types DC in indicatorPower indicator Battery Real Time Clock batteryCare and use of the battery pack Safety precautionsPower and Power-up Modes Procedures Charging the batteriesBattery charging notice TimeMonitoring battery capacity Maximizing battery operating timeRetaining data with power off Extending battery lifeReplacing the battery pack Removing the battery packInstalling the battery pack Removing the battery packStarting the computer by password Power-up modesWindows utilities Panel power on/off System auto offHW Setup and Passwords HW SetupAccessing HW Setup HW Setup windowPassword DefaultGeneral Not RegisteredDisplay Auto-SelectedLCD + Analog RGB Boot Priority SwitchableDynamically Always LowExpressCard HDD boot is not supported Enabled DisabledDisabled Disables Sleep and Charge function. Default KeyboardOn. Default OFFOffPower devices Optional DevicesCards/Memory Peripheral devicesInstalling an ExpressCard ExpressCardGrasp the dummy card and pull it out from the slot Removing an ExpressCard Removing the ExpressCardMultiple digital media card slot See below for the card capacities Card Type CapacitiesMS Pro Installing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card Inserting the memory cardMemory expansion Removing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD cardInstalling memory module Removing the coverInserting the memory module Removing memory module 10 Removing the memory moduleAdditional battery pack 3 cell, 6 cell and 9 cell Additional AC adaptorUSB FDD Kit External monitorTelevision HdmiSetting for display video on Hdmi Settings for audio on HdmiPrecautions Link IEEE1394Security lock Point to i.LINK IEEE1394 device and clickTroubleshooting Problem solving processPreliminary checklist Analyzing the problemHardware and system checklist System start-upSoftware HardwareOverheating power down Self testAC power BatteryProblemProcedure Problem ProcedurePassword LCD panel Hard disk driveDVD Super Multi+-R DL drive Grand TourHD DVD-ROM drive/HD DVD-RW drive → Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access it Diskette driveInfrared port TouchpadHardware and Sound → Mouse to access it USB mouseFingerprint sensor ExpressCard SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD cardExternal monitor TV output signal Sound systemUSB USB Sleep and Charge functionWork when connected to Setup Modem CarrierSleep/Hibernation LANBluetooth ProblemLink IEEE1394 device Recovery discs Toshiba supportFM tuner Before you callWhere to write Disclaimers CPUMemory main system DisclaimersBattery life HDD drive capacityGraphics Processor Unit GPU Wireless LAN Non-applicable iconsCopy protection ImagesAppendixes Table of Contents Specifications Power requirementsEnvironmental requirements Built-in modem Display Controller and Modes Display controllerCRT Display Color Depth Refresh Rate Resolution Bpp Video modes90/V.92 mode 90/V.92Function Transmission speed Result code Description Connect 54666 ECAT Command V42bisV42 NoECWireless LAN Card specificationsRadio characteristics Supported frequency sub-bandsTable Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision B and G Frequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agenciesEurope Outside of EuropeUSA Glossary AbbreviationsGlossary Ascii Glossary-4 Glossary-5 Erase See delete Glossary-7 Glossary-8 Level 2 cache See cache Main board See motherboardGlossary-10 Glossary-11 Glossary-12 Glossary-13 Index Index User’s Manual Index-3 User’s Manual Index-4 User’s Manual Index-5 User’s Manual Index-6
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