User manual TOSHIBA PORTEGE 2010

[. . . ] Portégé® 2010 User's Guide If you need assistance: InTouch® Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see Chapter 8 on page 149. TOSHIBA C6631-1002M2 2 Model: Portégé 2010 Compact Disk-ReWritable The computer system you purchased may include a Compact DiskReWritable (CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. [. . . ] If that end resists, don't force it. Simply start over. Inserting the battery CAUTION: Failure to lock the battery cover can result in the battery falling out of the computer case. 4 5 6 Turn the computer right side up. Turn on the computer. 90 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely Disposing of used batteries safely You can recharge a battery pack many times, so it should last for years. When the battery pack needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must discard a battery pack if it becomes damaged. CAUTION: The battery pack is a Lithium Ion Polymer (Li-Ion Polymer) battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. The materials that came with your computer may include an insert regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with your local government for information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries. Mobile Computing Traveling tips 91 Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in "Selecting a place to work" on page 34 also apply while traveling. Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get splashed with moisture or covered in dust. Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, diskettes, etc. NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to put your notebook through airport security. The X-ray equipment used will not harm your computer. Chapter 5 Expansion Options Your computer is designed to work in your office as well as on the road. This chapter explains how to set up several optional external devices so that your notebook can provide all the convenience of a traditional desktop computer. To order additional devices and accessories, see the accessories information provided with your computer, or visit toshibaaccessories. com. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external full-size keyboard, an external monitor, a mouse and a printer, you can work with your computer as if it were a standard office model. You can connect a monitor and USB-compatible devices, such as the keyboard, mouse and printer, directly to the computer, or to the optional Slim Port Replicator. For information on connecting a mouse and a printer, see the "Getting Started" chapter on page 34. If you want to connect your computer to the office network, you can use the LAN port or your wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) capability. 92 Expansion Options Optional Slim Port Replicator 93 Optional Slim Port Replicator The optional Slim Port Replicator enhances your mobility because it provides ports that enable you to connect to many expansion devices. The replicator provides more USB ports than the computer, enabling you to use more USB-compatible devices at the same time. If you use the optional Slim Port Replicator, you cannot use the computer ports at the same time, since attaching the replicator makes the computer ports inaccessible. Back of the optional Slim Port Replicator LAN port RGB (monitor) port USB 2. 0 ports DC-IN jack Ether The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link. [. . . ] telephone systems and direct-connect modems. The RJ11 connector is a 6-wire connector. ROM (read-only memory) -- Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. [. . . ]