User`s guide

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Contents
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Removing a disc with the computer on...........111
Removing a disc with the computer off ..........111
Caring for optical discs ..................................112
Toshiba’s online resources ...................................112
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing.................................................113
Toshiba’s energy-saver design..............................113
Running the computer on battery power ..............114
Battery Notice .................................................114
Power management........................................115
Using additional batteries ...............................115
Charging batteries.................................................115
Charging the main battery...............................116
Charging the RTC battery................................116
Monitoring main battery power.............................117
Determining remaining battery power.............118
What to do when the main battery runs low ...119
Setting battery notifications ............................119
Conserving battery power ..............................120
Power Plans....................................................121
Using a hot key to set the Power Plan.............122
Using TOSHIBA eco Mode ....................................123
Changing the main battery....................................124
Removing the battery from the computer .......124
Inserting a charged battery .............................126
Taking care of your battery ...................................127
Safety precautions ..........................................127
Maintaining your battery.................................128
Disposing of used batteries ..................................128
Traveling tips ........................................................130
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features...................131
Exploring the desktop ...........................................131
Finding your way around the desktop .............132
Setting up for communications.............................134
Connecting your computer to a network.........134