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Getting Started 77 Using an external keyboard Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE You can change the display settings by configuring the display properties. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use an external keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. You can use a USB-compatible mouse.

Section	Page
Satellite® L630 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	28
Introduction	34
This guide	36
Safety icons	37
Other icons used	37
Your computer’s features and specifications	38
Other documentation	38
Service options	38
Chapter 1: Getting Started	39
Selecting a place to work	39
Setting up a work environment	39
Keeping yourself comfortable	40
Precautions	40
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	42
Setting up your computer	42
Connecting to a power source	43
Charging the main battery	45
Using the computer for the first time	46
Opening the display panel	46
Turning on the power	47
Setting up your software	47
Registering your computer with Toshiba	48
Adding optional external devices	48
Adding memory (optional)	48
Installing a memory module	49
Removing a memory module	54
Checking total memory	57
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	57
Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)	59
Recovering to a custom size partition	61
Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions	64
Creating recovery DVDs/media	66
Restoring from recovery DVDs/media	68
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive	70
Checking the internal storage drive operating status	72
Installing drivers and applications	72
Using the TouchPad™	73
Adjusting TouchPad™ settings	76
Using external display devices	76
Connecting an external monitor or projector	77
Adjusting the quality of the external display	77
Using an external keyboard	77
Using a mouse	77
Connecting a printer	78
Setting up a printer	79
Turning off the computer	79
Options for turning off the computer	80
Using the Shut down command	82
Using and configuring Hibernation mode	84
Using and configuring Sleep mode	87
Closing the display panel	90
Customizing your computer’s settings	90
Caring for your computer	90
Cleaning the computer	90
Moving the computer	91
Using a computer lock	91
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	92
Computing tips	92
Using the keyboard	93
Character keys	94
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	94
Function keys	94
Special Windows® keys	95
Starting a program	95
Starting a program from the Start menu	95
Starting a program from Windows® Explorer	96
Starting a program using the Search programs and files field	97
Saving your work	97
Printing your work	99
Backing up your work	100
Restoring your work	100
Using the optical disc drive	101
Optical disc drive components	101
Inserting an optical disc	102
Playing an audio CD	104
Playing optical media	104
Recording optical media	104
Removing a disc with the computer on	105
Removing a disc with the computer off	105
Caring for optical discs	106
Toshiba’s online resources	106
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	107
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	107
Running the computer on battery power	107
Battery Notice	108
Power management	109
Using additional batteries	109
Charging batteries	109
Charging the main battery	110
Charging the RTC battery	110
Monitoring main battery power	111
Determining remaining battery power	113
What to do when the main battery runs low	113
Setting battery notifications	114
Conserving battery power	114
Power Plans	115
Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan	116
Changing the main battery	117
Removing the battery from the computer	117
Inserting a charged battery	118
Taking care of your battery	120
Safety precautions	120
Maintaining your battery	121
Disposing of used batteries	121
Traveling tips	123
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	124
Exploring the desktop	124
Finding your way around the desktop	125
Setting up for communications	127
Connecting your computer to a network	128
Exploring audio features	129
Recording sounds	129
Using external speakers or headphones	129
Using the Web Camera	130
Using the Memory card reader	131
Inserting memory media	131
Removing memory media	132
Using the eSATA/USB combo port	133
Chapter 5: Utilities	134
TOSHIBA Assist	135
Secure	136
Protect & Fix	137
Optimize	138
TOSHIBA Application Installer	139
Setting passwords	140
Using a supervisor password	140
Using a user password	142
Deleting a user password	142
TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility	143
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	144
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility	145
Mouse Utility	146
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup	147
TOSHIBA Accessibility	149
TOSHIBA eco Utility™	150
TOSHIBA Service Station	151
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor	151
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	153
Problems that are easy to fix	153
Problems when you turn on the computer	154
The Windows® operating system is not working	156
Using Startup options to fix problems	157
Internet problems	158
The Windows® operating system can help you	158
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	159
Checking device properties	159
Memory problems	160
Power and the batteries	160
Keyboard problems	162
Display problems	162
Disk or storage drive problems	163
Error-checking	164
Optical disc drive problems	165
Sound system problems	166
Printer problems	166
Wireless networking problems	167
DVD operating problems	169
Develop good computing habits	170
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	171
If you need further assistance	175
Before you contact Toshiba	175
Contacting Toshiba	175
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	176
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	176
Appendix A: Hot Keys	178
Hot Key Cards	178
Hot key functions	179
Internet	179
Media Player	179
Previous track	179
Play/pause	179
Next track	179
LCD brightness down	180
LCD brightness up	180
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	181
Web Camera	181
Volume down	181
Volume up	181
Mute ON/OFF	182
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	183
Glossary	184