Toshiba A205-S5800 User Manual page 30

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Contents
Toshiba's online resources ...................................103
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing.................................................104
Toshiba's energy-saver design..............................104
Running the computer on battery power ..............104
Charging batteries.................................................106
Monitoring main battery power.............................108
Changing the main battery ....................................115
Taking care of your battery ...................................118
Disposing of used batteries ..................................120
Traveling tips ........................................................121
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features...................122
Exploring the desktop ...........................................122
Setting up for communications.............................125
Removing a disc with the computer off ..........103
Caring for CD or DVD discs ............................103
Battery Notice .................................................105
Power management ........................................106
Using additional batteries ...............................106
Charging the main battery...............................107
Charging the RTC battery................................107
Determining remaining battery power.............110
What to do when the main battery runs low ...110
Setting battery notifications ............................111
Conserving battery power ...............................112
Power Plans....................................................113
Using a hot key to set the Power Plan.............114
Removing the battery from the computer .......115
Inserting a charged battery .............................117
Safety precautions ..........................................118
Maintaining your battery .................................119
Finding your way around the desktop .............123
Connecting a modem to a telephone line ........126
Connecting your computer to a network .........127