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Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 141 Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. Removing memory media 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on the Show hidden icons ( ), if necessary, in the notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware icon. If the system is unable to prepare the media for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later. If the media can be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware. If the computer has a spring-loaded adapter slot, see step 2; otherwise, skip to step 3. 2 Gently press the card inward to release it. The card pops out slightly. 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media

Section	Page
Satellite® L510 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	30
Introduction	37
This guide	39
Safety icons	40
Other icons used	40
Your computer’s features and specifications	41
Other documentation	41
Service options	41
Chapter 1: Getting Started	42
Selecting a place to work	42
Setting up a work environment	42
Keeping yourself comfortable	43
Precautions	43
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	45
Setting up your computer	45
Connecting to a power source	46
Charging the main battery	48
Using the computer for the first time	49
Opening the display panel	49
Turning on the power	50
Setting up your software	51
Registering your computer with Toshiba	51
Adding optional external devices	51
Adding memory (optional)	52
Installing a memory module	52
Removing a memory module	58
Checking total memory	61
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	62
Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)	63
Recovering to a custom size partition	65
Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions	68
Creating recovery DVDs/media	70
Restoring from recovery DVDs/media	71
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive	73
Checking the internal storage drive operating status	74
Installing drivers and applications	75
Using the TouchPad™	75
Adjusting TouchPad™ settings	77
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™	78
Using external display devices	78
Connecting the display device	79
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	80
Adjusting the quality of the external display	81
Using an external keyboard	81
Using a mouse	81
Connecting a printer	81
Setting up a printer	82
Turning off the computer	83
Options for turning off the computer	83
Using the Shut down command	85
Using and configuring Hibernation mode	87
Using and configuring Sleep mode	90
Closing the display panel	93
Customizing your computer’s settings	93
Caring for your computer	93
Cleaning the computer	93
Moving the computer	94
Using a computer lock	94
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	95
Computing tips	95
Using the keyboard	96
Character keys	97
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard	97
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	97
Function keys	97
Special Windows® keys	98
Overlay keys	98
Starting a program	99
Starting a program from the Start menu	100
Starting a program from Windows® Explorer	100
Starting a program using the Search programs and files field	101
Saving your work	102
Printing your work	103
Backing up your work	104
Restoring your work	105
Using the optical drive	105
Optical drive components	106
Media control buttons	107
Inserting an optical disc	107
Playing an audio CD	109
Playing optical media	109
Recording optical media	110
Removing a disc with the computer on	110
Removing a disc with the computer off	111
Caring for optical discs	111
Toshiba’s online resources	111
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	112
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	112
Running the computer on battery power	113
Battery Notice	113
Power management	114
Using additional batteries	114
Charging batteries	114
Charging the main battery	115
Charging the RTC battery	115
Monitoring main battery power	116
Determining remaining battery power	118
What to do when the main battery runs low	118
Setting battery notifications	119
Conserving battery power	119
Power Plans	120
Using a hot key to set the Power Plan	121
Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan	122
Changing the main battery	122
Removing the battery from the computer	123
Inserting a charged battery	124
Taking care of your battery	125
Safety precautions	125
Maintaining your battery	126
Disposing of used batteries	127
Traveling tips	128
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	129
Exploring the desktop	129
Finding your way around the desktop	130
Setting up for communications	132
Connecting your computer to a network	133
Connecting a modem to a telephone line	133
An overview of using the Internet	135
The Internet	135
The World Wide Web	135
Internet Service Providers	135
Connecting to the Internet	136
Surfing the Internet	136
Internet features	136
Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet	137
Exploring audio features	138
Recording sounds	138
Using external speakers or headphones	139
Using the Web Camera	139
Using the Memory card reader	140
Inserting memory media	141
Removing memory media	141
Using the eSATA/USB combo port	142
Chapter 5: Utilities	143
TOSHIBA Assist	144
Connect	145
Secure	146
Protect & Fix	147
Optimize	148
TOSHIBA Application Installer	149
Setting passwords	150
Using an instant password	150
Using a supervisor password	151
Using a user password	153
Deleting a user password	153
TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility	154
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	155
Mouse Utility	156
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup	157
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility	159
TOSHIBA Button Support	160
TOSHIBA Accessibility	161
TOSHIBA eco Utility™	162
TOSHIBA Service Station	163
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor	163
ConfigFree®	164
Getting Started	164
ConfigFree® Utilities	165
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	168
Problems that are easy to fix	168
Problems when you turn on the computer	169
The Windows® operating system is not working	172
Using Startup options to fix problems	173
Internet problems	174
The Windows® operating system can help you	174
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	175
Checking device properties	175
Memory problems	176
Power and the batteries	176
Keyboard problems	178
Display problems	178
Disk or storage drive problems	180
Error-checking	180
Optical drive problems	182
Sound system problems	183
Printer problems	183
Modem problems	184
Wireless networking problems	185
DVD operating problems	186
Develop good computing habits	187
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	188
If you need further assistance	192
Before you contact Toshiba	192
Contacting Toshiba	193
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	194
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	194
Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards	196
Hot Key Cards	196
Using the Hot Key Cards	197
Application Cards	198
Using the Application Cards	199
Card Case	199
Hot key functions	200
Volume Mute	200
Lock (Instant security)	201
Power plan	202
Sleep mode	203
Hibernation mode	204
Output (Display switch)	205
Display brightness	206
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	207
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™	208
Zoom (Display resolution)	209
Keyboard hot key functions	210
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	211
Glossary	212
A	214
B	215
C	215
D	217
E	218
F	219
G	219
H	219
I	220
K	220
L	220
M	221
N	222
O	222
P	222
R	223
S	224
T	225
U	225
W	225