Toshiba Satellite 1410 1415 Manual

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Using Hibernation
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7Click Override all Modes with settings here.
The Set the range window appears.
Sample Set the range window with DC only option 
8Do one of the following:
❖Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only 
when you are using battery power.
❖Click All for the settings to apply whether you are 
using battery power or outlet power.
9Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window.
10Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver...

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Using Standby
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Using Standby 
If you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, 
or are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are 
not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the 
Standby command as follows:
1 Click Start, Turn off computer.
The Turn off computer window appears.
Sample Turn off computer window 
2Click Stand By.
 
The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to 
memory, turns off the display, and goes...

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Using Standby
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Sample Stand by computer window
2Select Stand by from the drop-down list of options.
3Click OK.
The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to 
memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power 
mode. The on/off light blinks amber to indicate the machine 
is in Standby mode.
NOTE: If you power down using the Standby command and the 
battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to 
save your work...

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2Click Performance and Maintenance.
3Double-click the To s h i b a  P o w e r  S a v e r  icon.
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.
You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties 
window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See 
“TOSHIBA Console” on page 192 or “Power Management” 
on page 194.  
Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window
4Click Details in the Running on batteries section.
The Normal Power Properties...

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Using Standby
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Sample Normal Power Properties window
6Select Standby for the options you want.
❖ When I press the power button
Set this option to Standby so that the computer will 
go into Standby mode when you press the power 
button.
❖When I close the lid
Set this option to Standby so that the computer will 
go into Standby mode when you close the display 
panel. 

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Using Standby
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7Click Override all Modes with settings here.
The Set the range window appears.
Sample Set the range window with DC only option
8 Do one of the following:
❖Click DC only for the settings to apply only when 
you are using battery power.
❖Click All for the settings to apply whether you are 
using battery power or outlet power.
9Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window.
10Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties 
window,...

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Chapter 4
Mobile Computing
This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while 
traveling.
Toshibas energy-saver design
Your computer enters a low-power mode when it is not being 
used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the 
process. It has a number of other features that enhance its 
energy efficiency. 
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by 
Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, 
allowing your computer to operate at its...

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Running the computer on battery power
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varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while 
the computer is consuming full power.
After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to 
perform at maximum capacity an d will need to be replaced. 
This is normal for all batterie s. To purchase a new battery 
pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your 
computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at 
toshiba.com.
To ensure that the...

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❖Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. 
Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging 
could damage it.
❖Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with 
another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can 
cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery 
or the computer.
❖Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to 
explode and release toxic materials.
❖If a battery...

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3Operate the computer on battery power for five 
minutes. If the battery has at least five minutes of 
operating time, continue operating until the battery is 
fully discharged. If the battery light flashes or there is 
some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to 
step 4.
4Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the 
power cable to a power outlet. The DC-IN (if 
applicable to your system) or AC power light...