Toshiba 9000 User Manual

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Getting Started
Setting up your computer
2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN socket on the rear of the
computer.
Connecting the AC adapter to the computer
3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC
power light ( ) glows green.
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 overheats,
discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock.
Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands.
Doing so may cause an electric shock.
CAUTION: Use of 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 the outlet.
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Toshiba 9000 Specifications

General

Brand	Toshiba
Model	9000
Category	Laptop
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around

Finding where everything is located

Overview of the computer's ports and components.

Indicator panel lights

Explanation of system status indicators and their meanings.

Chapter 2 Getting Started

Keeping yourself comfortable

Ergonomics and posture guidelines for computer use.

Setting up your computer

Initial computer setup procedures.

Chapter 3 Connecting Other External Devices

Adding memory

Procedure for installing additional RAM modules.

Using Slim SelectBay® modules

Guide to using interchangeable modular components.

Chapter 4 Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

Keyboard functions, layouts, and special keys.

Saving your work

Essential data saving procedures.

Chapter 5 Power Management

Running the computer on battery power

Guide to battery operation and management.

What to do when the battery alarm sounds

Actions to take during low battery conditions.

Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Guide

Problems when you turn on the computer

Troubleshooting boot and startup issues.

Resolving a hardware conflict

Steps for resolving hardware conflicts.

Appendix A Windows® 98SE Supplemental Information

Set up steps

Initial OS setup for Windows 98SE.

Setting up your printer

Printer installation for Windows 98SE.

Appendix B Hot Keys

Instant password security

Using hot keys for display blanking and security.

Power usage mode

Using hot keys to select power usage modes.

Display modes

Using hot keys to cycle through display options.

Appendix C Power Cable Connectors

Appendix D Video Modes

Glossary

Acronyms

List of technical acronyms used in the guide.

Terms

Definitions of important technical terms.