Toshiba Satellite 1100 Manual

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Setting up your computer
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clicking the icon on your desktop or by mailing the 
registration card that may ship with your computer.
NOTE: To register online, your computer’s modem must be 
connected to a voice-grade telephone line.
Adding external devices
NOTE: Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends 
setting up your software first. See “Setting up your software” on 
page 39.
Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to:
❖Add more memory...

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Connecting the AC adapter
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Connecting the AC adapter
The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an 
AC outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. The AC 
power light on the computer glows when the device is 
plugged in.
Power cable and AC adapter
DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. 
Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or 
apply heat to the power cable.
If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug...

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Charging the main battery
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2Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN jack on the back of 
the computer.
To locate the DC-IN jack, see “Back” on page 25.
3Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
The AC power and battery lights glow.
CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your 
computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such 
cases.
Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power 
plug when removing the cable from...

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Using the computer for the first time
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Using the computer for the first time
Opening the display panel
Press the display latch and lift the display panel.
Opening the display panel
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it 
beyond the point where it moves easily.
Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.
Turning on the power
1Check that all the drives are empty.
2Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the 
power button...

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Using the computer for the first time
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The AC power indicator glows when the computer is 
connected to an external power source. 
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 not connected to an 
external power source. For information on 
determining battery power, see “Monitoring battery 
power” on page 90.
The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that...

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Using the computer for the first time
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❖To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to 
left.
NOTE: Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display 
screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having 
to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the 
preferred direction.
Once you’ve positioned your cursor, you can either click it 
into place by double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the 
control buttons. For more on the...

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Installing additional memory (optional)
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4Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab.
The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears.
5Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate.
6Click Apply.
7Click OK.
The Mouse Properties window closes.
8Close the Printers and Other Hardware window.
9Close the Control Panel window.
Installing additional memory (optional)
CAUTION: Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off 
the computer using the Start menu. If you install or...

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Installing additional memory (optional)
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Additional memory comes in 128 MB and 256 MB modules. 
There are two memory slots. Your system may have both 
slots occupied.
CAUTION: If you use the computer for a long time, the memory 
modules will become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to 
room temperature before you replace them.down to locate the 
expansion memory slot cover.
You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a 
memory module....

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Installing additional memory (optional)
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Base of a Satellite 1100 computer
4Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the 
two screws that secure the expansion memory slot cover, 
then remove the memory slot cover. 
5Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you 
can retrieve them later.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. 
Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to 
discharge any static electricity...

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Installing additional memory (optional)
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8Gently put the memory module connector down at an 
angle and press down until the clips snap into place.
Do not force the module into position. The memory 
module should be level when secured in place.
Inserting the memory module
CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module 
or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause 
memory access problems. 
9Replace the expansion memory slot cover....