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Getting Started Using external display devices 55 Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI Out port or RGB port, please refer to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port* HDMI™ Out port* RGB (monitor) port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on right side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI Out port, you must purchase an HDMI cable. Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of an HDMI cable (not included with your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the side of your computer, and then connect the other end of the cable to your television or display device. Refer to the manual that came with the television or display device for more information. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device.

Section	Page
Satellite®/Satellite Pro® CL10/L10-B Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	19
Introduction	25
This guide	27
Safety icons	28
Other icons used	28
Your computer’s features and specifications	29
Documentation	29
Service options	29
Chapter 1: Getting Started	30
Selecting a place to work	30
Setting up a work environment	30
Keeping yourself comfortable	31
Computer user comfort recommendations	31
Good Working Posture	31
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor	32
Typing style	33
Taking breaks and varying tasks	34
Mobile computing tips	34
Transporting the notebook	34
Seeking additional help	35
Check list	35
Precautions	36
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	38
Setting up your computer	38
Adding memory	39
Connecting to a power source	39
Charging the main battery	41
Using the computer for the first time	41
Initial setup	41
Using the Start menu	42
Registering your computer with Toshiba	43
To Shut down your computer	43
To Restart your computer	44
To place your computer in Sleep mode	44
Adding optional external devices	45
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	45
Creating a recovery drive	46
Restoring from a recovery drive	48
Reset your PC	49
Using the touchpad	50
Adjusting touchpad settings	53
Disabling or enabling the touchpad	54
Connecting an external device	54
Using external display devices	55
Selecting video cables	55
Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or display device	55
Connecting an external monitor or projector	56
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	56
Adjusting the quality of the external display	57
Customizing your computer’s settings	57
Caring for your computer	58
Cleaning the computer	58
Moving the computer	58
Using a computer lock	59
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	60
Computing tips	60
Using the keyboard	62
Function keys	62
Special Windows keys	63
Touch screen	63
Touch screen navigation	63
Mouse properties	64
Starting an app	65
Saving your work	66
Backing up your work	66
Toshiba’s online resources	66
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	67
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	67
Running the computer on battery power	67
Battery Notice	68
Power management	69
Charging batteries	69
Charging the RTC battery	70
Monitoring battery power	71
Determining remaining battery power	72
What to do when the main battery runs low	73
Setting battery notifications	73
Conserving battery power	74
Power Plans	75
Using the eco power plan	76
Changing the main battery	76
Taking care of your battery	77
Safety precautions	77
Maintaining your battery	77
Disposing of your computer	78
Traveling tips	78
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	80
Exploring the desktop	80
Finding your way around the desktop	81
Windows Store	85
Setting up for communications	85
Connecting your computer to a network	87
Exploring audio features	87
Recording sounds	87
Using external speakers or headphones	88
Using the Web Camera	89
Using the Memory card reader	90
Inserting memory media	90
Removing memory media	91
Chapter 5: Utilities	93
eco Utility	94
Password Utility	95
Using a supervisor password	95
Using a user password	97
Deleting a user password	99
System Settings	100
Service Station	102
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	103
Problems that are easy to fix	103
Problems when you turn on the computer	104
The Windows operating system is not working	106
Using Startup options to fix problems	107
Internet problems	109
Power and the batteries	109
Keyboard help	111
Perform a complete power cycle	111
Uninstall the keyboard driver	111
Download the latest keyboard driver	112
Perform a system restore	113
Clean the keyboard	113
Touchpad help	113
Disable then enable the touchpad	113
Install an external mouse	114
Perform a complete power cycle	114
Uninstall the touchpad driver	114
Download the latest touchpad driver	115
Perform a system restore	116
Adjust the touchpad properties	116
Display problems	116
Disk or storage drive problems	118
Error-checking	118
Web Camera help	120
Testing your internal Web Camera	120
Uninstall the Web Camera driver	120
Perform a system restore	121
Check for problems with third party applications	122
System Recovery	122
Sound help	122
Use the Sound troubleshooter	122
Check and set default speakers	123
Uninstall the audio driver	124
Download the latest sound driver	125
Perform a system restore	125
Printer problems	126
Wireless networking problems	127
Connecting to the Internet	128
Using a wireless connection	129
Troubleshooting an Internet connection – Verify network status	129
Troubleshooting an Internet connection – Verify hardware	130
Uninstall the network adapter driver	130
Troubleshooting an Internet connection – How to verify TCP/IP	132
Downloading drivers and updates	133
Using Toshiba Service Station	133
Manually download and install drivers and updates	134
How to determine the correct drivers to download	134
Develop good computing habits	135
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system	137
Additional help	141
If you need further assistance	141
Contacting Toshiba	141
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	142
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	142
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys	144
Functions	144
Display brightness	145
Output (Display switch)	145
Disabling or enabling the touchpad	146
Media buttons	146
Volume Mute	146
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	147
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	148
Glossary	149
A	151
B	151
C	153
D	154
E	155
F	156
G	156
H	156
I	157
K	157
L	157
M	158
N	159
O	159
P	159
R	160
S	161
T	162
U	162
W	162