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.... TOSHIBA L300/L300D series Portable Personal Computer User's Manual First edition April 2008 Copyright authority for accuracy. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for personal use or use of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Windows and Microsoft are trademarks of SonyCorporation. Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark, and IBM PC and PS/2 are registered trademarks and Windows Vista is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Memory...
.... TOSHIBA L300/L300D series Portable Personal Computer User's Manual First edition April 2008 Copyright authority for accuracy. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for personal use or use of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Windows and Microsoft are trademarks of SonyCorporation. Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark, and IBM PC and PS/2 are registered trademarks and Windows Vista is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Memory...
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... Keyboard Typewriter keys 5-1 Function keys: F1 ... F12 5-2 Soft keys: FN key combinations 5-2 Windows special keys 5-5 Keypad overlay 5-6 Generating ASCII characters 5-7 Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes Power conditions 6-1 Power indicators 6-2 Battery types 6-3 Care and use of the battery pack 6-5 Replacing the battery pack 6-11 Starting the computer by password 6-13 Power-up modes 6-13 Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords HW Setup 7-1 Chapter 8 Optional Devices PC Card/ExpressCard 8-2 Multiple digital media card slot (optional 8-3 Memory expansion 8-6 Additional battery...
... Keyboard Typewriter keys 5-1 Function keys: F1 ... F12 5-2 Soft keys: FN key combinations 5-2 Windows special keys 5-5 Keypad overlay 5-6 Generating ASCII characters 5-7 Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes Power conditions 6-1 Power indicators 6-2 Battery types 6-3 Care and use of the battery pack 6-5 Replacing the battery pack 6-11 Starting the computer by password 6-13 Power-up modes 6-13 Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords HW Setup 7-1 Chapter 8 Optional Devices PC Card/ExpressCard 8-2 Multiple digital media card slot (optional 8-3 Memory expansion 8-6 Additional battery...
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... the analog telephone line conditions. (Provided with some models) Connects a security lock to anchor the computer to recognize the connection and make your computer more convenient to the telephone line. L300/L300D series Modem Wireless communication switch Security Security lock slot Software Operating system TOSHIBA Utilities Plug and Play Some models are equipped with some models) This switch turns wireless devices RF transmission(Wireless LAN) functions on and off. (Provided with an integrated...
... the analog telephone line conditions. (Provided with some models) Connects a security lock to anchor the computer to recognize the connection and make your computer more convenient to the telephone line. L300/L300D series Modem Wireless communication switch Security Security lock slot Software Operating system TOSHIBA Utilities Plug and Play Some models are equipped with some models) This switch turns wireless devices RF transmission(Wireless LAN) functions on and off. (Provided with an integrated...
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... A hot key function blanks the screen and disables the computer providing data security. User's Manual 1-9 HDD automatic power off This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is accessed. Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is no keyboard input for instructions on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and user, are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to your computer. This can be specified in sleep mode...
... A hot key function blanks the screen and disables the computer providing data security. User's Manual 1-9 HDD automatic power off This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is accessed. Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is no keyboard input for instructions on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and user, are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to your computer. This can be specified in sleep mode...
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... left side. User's Manual 2-2 Fan vent LAN jack Express Card or PC Card slot * External monitor port *Depending on the model you to connect an external port monitor. Left side Figure 2-2 shows the computer's left side of a stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum) or other device for the fan. Fan vent Provides air flow for audio input. A standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of the system speaker and headphones. Use this dial to open the display. When...
... left side. User's Manual 2-2 Fan vent LAN jack Express Card or PC Card slot * External monitor port *Depending on the model you to connect an external port monitor. Left side Figure 2-2 shows the computer's left side of a stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum) or other device for the fan. Fan vent Provides air flow for audio input. A standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of the system speaker and headphones. Use this dial to open the display. When...
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...from the factory. This partition stores files which can also be used on the hard disk drive for restoring the pre-installed software are offered: ■ Creating optical Recovery Discs ■ Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery Discs. ■ Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive 3-8 User's Manual The Window Vista Complete PC Backup feature can see the more information about "Startup Repair" in the event of a problem. L300/L300D series System recovery options About 1.5 GB hidden partition is installed on -screen...
...from the factory. This partition stores files which can also be used on the hard disk drive for restoring the pre-installed software are offered: ■ Creating optical Recovery Discs ■ Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery Discs. ■ Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive 3-8 User's Manual The Window Vista Complete PC Backup feature can see the more information about "Startup Repair" in the event of a problem. L300/L300D series System recovery options About 1.5 GB hidden partition is installed on -screen...
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... of a mouse or touchpad, closing/opening the LCD panel. ■ Start a communication application such as a modem. ■ Apply impact or vibration to the PC. ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including items such as a SD/SDHC memory card, PC card/ExpressCard, Memory Stick/ Memory Stick Pro, MultiMediaCard, USB device, external monitor, or an optical digital device. ■ Use the Audio/Video control button to finish DVD-RAM writing. Do not try to write from the computer's HDD to close...
... of a mouse or touchpad, closing/opening the LCD panel. ■ Start a communication application such as a modem. ■ Apply impact or vibration to the PC. ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including items such as a SD/SDHC memory card, PC card/ExpressCard, Memory Stick/ Memory Stick Pro, MultiMediaCard, USB device, external monitor, or an optical digital device. ■ Use the Audio/Video control button to finish DVD-RAM writing. Do not try to write from the computer's HDD to close...
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... discs recommended by the Drive manufacturer. ■ Do not set the working drive to output VCD and SVCD format. 4-12 User's Manual Editing digital video ■ Log in VR format. ■ Not support to a slow device like a screen saver because it will fail to reproduce music or voice. ■ Open the DVD drive. ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including such items as a SD/SDHC memory card, PC Card/ExpressCard, Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro, MultiMediaCard, USB device, external monitor...
... discs recommended by the Drive manufacturer. ■ Do not set the working drive to output VCD and SVCD format. 4-12 User's Manual Editing digital video ■ Log in VR format. ■ Not support to a slow device like a screen saver because it will fail to reproduce music or voice. ■ Open the DVD drive. ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including such items as a SD/SDHC memory card, PC Card/ExpressCard, Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro, MultiMediaCard, USB device, external monitor...
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... specific functions on the software you to note that enable, disable or configure specific features. Soft keys: FN key combinations The FN (function) is unique to Toshiba computers and is used in this chapter for both settings is off. 5-2 User's Manual Pressing the FN key and one on an enhanced keyboard The keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys, some of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboard's functions. L300/L300D series Function keys: F1 ... Used...
... specific functions on the software you to note that enable, disable or configure specific features. Soft keys: FN key combinations The FN (function) is unique to Toshiba computers and is used in this chapter for both settings is off. 5-2 User's Manual Pressing the FN key and one on an enhanced keyboard The keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys, some of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboard's functions. L300/L300D series Function keys: F1 ... Used...
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... from the following message appears. The CPU always runs at low power consumption and low speed. CPU Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option lets you enter the password incorrectly three times in use, CPU operation is automatically switched when necessary. (Default) Always Low CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is connected, otherwise, it selects the internal LCD display (Default). Click the OK button. User's Manual 7-3 Auto-Selected Selects an external monitor if one is disabled.
... from the following message appears. The CPU always runs at low power consumption and low speed. CPU Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option lets you enter the password incorrectly three times in use, CPU operation is automatically switched when necessary. (Default) Always Low CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is connected, otherwise, it selects the internal LCD display (Default). Click the OK button. User's Manual 7-3 Auto-Selected Selects an external monitor if one is disabled.
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... enabled. Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on Keyboard. User's Manual 7-5 Disabled Disables the Wake-up on LAN. Enabled Enables the Wake-up on LAN.(Default) Disabled Disables the Wake-up on Keyboard. (Default) USB Legacy USB Support Use this option to enabled. It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in LAN functions. If your operating system does not support USB, you can turn on LAN does not work without the AC adaptor. Enabled Enables...
... enabled. Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on Keyboard. User's Manual 7-5 Disabled Disables the Wake-up on LAN. Enabled Enables the Wake-up on LAN.(Default) Disabled Disables the Wake-up on Keyboard. (Default) USB Legacy USB Support Use this option to enabled. It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in LAN functions. If your operating system does not support USB, you can turn on LAN does not work without the AC adaptor. Enabled Enables...
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... memory module cover. 5. Remove all cables connected to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes.) 4. You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual channel. ■ Slot A is installed, use the computer for expanded memory. Turn the computer off in boot mode then: 1. Remove one memory module is reserved for main memory; Slot B is lower than Slot B. L300/L300D series Memory expansion You can install additional memory in boot mode. Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3. ■ If you replace...
... memory module cover. 5. Remove all cables connected to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes.) 4. You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual channel. ■ Slot A is installed, use the computer for expanded memory. Turn the computer off in boot mode then: 1. Remove one memory module is reserved for main memory; Slot B is lower than Slot B. L300/L300D series Memory expansion You can install additional memory in boot mode. Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3. ■ If you replace...
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... computer turned on or turned off the cover. 5. L300/L300D series Removing memory module To remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in sleep and hibernation mode. In this case, let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will pop up Modes.) 3. The memory module will become hot. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 2. Lift off in boot mode then...
... computer turned on or turned off the cover. 5. L300/L300D series Removing memory module To remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in sleep and hibernation mode. In this case, let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will pop up Modes.) 3. The memory module will become hot. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 2. Lift off in boot mode then...
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... to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display. Press hot keys FN + F5 to the memory card Make sure the card is not write protected. Display error occurs Check that the external monitor's power cable is plugged into a working power outlet. External Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to make sure it is firmly connected. If problems persist, contact your dealer. User's Manual 9-11 No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
... to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display. Press hot keys FN + F5 to the memory card Make sure the card is not write protected. Display error occurs Check that the external monitor's power cable is plugged into a working power outlet. External Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to make sure it is firmly connected. If problems persist, contact your dealer. User's Manual 9-11 No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
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...: To remove data from the keyboard to intensive math calculations. from a VCR to control your system works. You use the HW Setup program to a TV. An example is dedicated to initiate a particular function within a program. The CONFIG.SYS file contains device drivers that indicates the current position on a fluorescent screen-producing luminous spots. User's Manual Glossary-5 control keys: A key or sequence of keys you enter from a disk or other...
...: To remove data from the keyboard to intensive math calculations. from a VCR to control your system works. You use the HW Setup program to a TV. An example is dedicated to initiate a particular function within a program. The CONFIG.SYS file contains device drivers that indicates the current position on a fluorescent screen-producing luminous spots. User's Manual Glossary-5 control keys: A key or sequence of keys you enter from a disk or other...
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... program, for servicing. HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that the user can be used to communicate with the extended function key, FN, can manipulate. interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another. 2) To physically connect one system or device to and from a computer. I/O devices: Equipment used to a computer, communication device or other peripheral device from external devices such as digital video cameras. Glossary-8 User's Manual hardware: The physical...
... program, for servicing. HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that the user can be used to communicate with the extended function key, FN, can manipulate. interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another. 2) To physically connect one system or device to and from a computer. I/O devices: Equipment used to a computer, communication device or other peripheral device from external devices such as digital video cameras. Glossary-8 User's Manual hardware: The physical...
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.... Also called the central processing unit (CPU), one of the main parts of the computer. M main board: See motherboard. User's Manual Glossary-9 L300/L300D series IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that are activated by electrically connecting two points of a circuit. K K: Taken from the Greek word kilo, meaning 1000; keyboard: An input device containing switches that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up...
.... Also called the central processing unit (CPU), one of the main parts of the computer. M main board: See motherboard. User's Manual Glossary-9 L300/L300D series IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that are activated by electrically connecting two points of a circuit. K K: Taken from the Greek word kilo, meaning 1000; keyboard: An input device containing switches that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up...
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... cards are flash memory widely used in asynchronous serial communications. The computer sets subpixels independently, each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color (red, green and blue) or port for using a system disk. SIO: Serial Input/Output. L300/L300D series restart: Resetting a computer without turning it off (also called an operating system disk. SECAM L: SECAM (Sequential Color Memory) is an industry standard interface for Super-Video, a type of brightness. S S-Video...
... cards are flash memory widely used in asynchronous serial communications. The computer sets subpixels independently, each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color (red, green and blue) or port for using a system disk. SIO: Serial Input/Output. L300/L300D series restart: Resetting a computer without turning it off (also called an operating system disk. SECAM L: SECAM (Sequential Color Memory) is an industry standard interface for Super-Video, a type of brightness. S S-Video...
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...lock M Main battery, See Battery pack Memory, 1-3, 10-2 expansion, 1-13, 8-6 installing module, 8-6 removing module, 8-8 Microphone, 1-6 problems, 9-12 using, 4-15 Microprocessor, See Processor L300/L300D series Modem, 1-8, 4-19, A-2 connecting, 4-21 disconnecting, 4-21 problems, 9-13 properties menu, 4-20 region selection, 4-19 Moving the computer, 4-25 Multiple digital media card slot using, 8-3 N Numeric keypad, See Keypad overlay O Optical disc drives using, 4-2 P Password power on, 1-9 problems, 9-6 starting the computer with, 6-13 user, 7-2 PC card location of slots, 2-2 Pointing device...
...lock M Main battery, See Battery pack Memory, 1-3, 10-2 expansion, 1-13, 8-6 installing module, 8-6 removing module, 8-8 Microphone, 1-6 problems, 9-12 using, 4-15 Microprocessor, See Processor L300/L300D series Modem, 1-8, 4-19, A-2 connecting, 4-21 disconnecting, 4-21 problems, 9-13 properties menu, 4-20 region selection, 4-19 Moving the computer, 4-25 Multiple digital media card slot using, 8-3 N Numeric keypad, See Keypad overlay O Optical disc drives using, 4-2 P Password power on, 1-9 problems, 9-6 starting the computer with, 6-13 user, 7-2 PC card location of slots, 2-2 Pointing device...
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... system start-up, 9-3 TOSHIBA support, 9-15 touchpad, 9-9 USB, 9-12 USB mouse, 9-10 Wireless LAN, 9-14 Processor, 1-2 R Real Time Clock battery, See Battery Recovery Discs, 3-10 Recovery hard disk drive, 3-8, 3-10 Restarting the computer, 3-7 S Security lock attaching, 8-11 location, 2-4 Sleep mode, 1-10 problems, 9-14 setting, 3-6 Soft keys emulating keys on enhanced keyboard, 5-2 ENTER, 5-3 right ALT key, 5-3 right CTRL key, 5-3 scroll lock, 5-3 Sound system, 1-7 headphone, 1-6, 2-2 microphone, 2-2 speaker, 2-7 volume control, 2-2 T TOSHIBA Assist, 1-12 TOSHIBA Disc Creator, 4-9 TOSHIBA PC...
... system start-up, 9-3 TOSHIBA support, 9-15 touchpad, 9-9 USB, 9-12 USB mouse, 9-10 Wireless LAN, 9-14 Processor, 1-2 R Real Time Clock battery, See Battery Recovery Discs, 3-10 Recovery hard disk drive, 3-8, 3-10 Restarting the computer, 3-7 S Security lock attaching, 8-11 location, 2-4 Sleep mode, 1-10 problems, 9-14 setting, 3-6 Soft keys emulating keys on enhanced keyboard, 5-2 ENTER, 5-3 right ALT key, 5-3 right CTRL key, 5-3 scroll lock, 5-3 Sound system, 1-7 headphone, 1-6, 2-2 microphone, 2-2 speaker, 2-7 volume control, 2-2 T TOSHIBA Assist, 1-12 TOSHIBA Disc Creator, 4-9 TOSHIBA PC...