Toshiba L300, L300D User Manual

User’s Manual

L300/L300D series

computers.toshiba-europe.com

L300/L300D series

Copyright

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laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior
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to the use of the information contained herein.
TOSHIBA L300/L300D series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

First edition February 2008
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Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
L300/L300D series Portable Personal Computer at the time of this
manual’s production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are
subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for
damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or
discrepancies between the computer and the manual.

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Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Pat.
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and other U.S. and world-wide patents issued and pending. “DTS” and
“DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater
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Reserved.

Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.

Safety instructions

Use the following safety guidelines to help to protect yourself and your
computer.

When using your computer

Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with
the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can
potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin
could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn.

■ Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow

installation instructions closely.

■ Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where

metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery
terminals. The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely
high temperatures and may result in damage from burns.

■ Be sure that noting rests on your AC adaptor’s power cable and that the

cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.

■ Place the AC adaptor in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the

floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do
not cover the AC adaptor with papers or other items that will reduce
cooling; also, do not use the AC adaptor while it is inside a carrying
case.

■ Use only the AC adaptor and batteries that are approved for use with

this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC adaptor may risk fire
or explosion.

■ Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the

voltage rating of the AC adaptor matches that of the available power
source. 115 V/60 Hz in most of North and South America and some Far
Eastern countries such as Taiwan. 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and
100 V/60 Hz in western Japan. 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the
Middle East, and the Far East.

■ If you use an extension cable with your AC adaptor, ensure that the total

ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does
not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.

■ To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the battery, and

disconnect the AC adaptor from the electrical outlet.

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■ To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or

disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this
product during an electrical storm.

■ When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.

EU Declaration of Comformity

This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with Radio
Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive
1999/5/EC which includes the compliance to the Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC and the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC.

CE Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA EUROPE GmbH,
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany, phone [phone].

For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to
thefollowing website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com

This product and the supplied accessories are designed to observe the
required EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards. However,
Toshiba cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC
standards if accessories or cables not manufactured / distributed by
Toshiba are connected or implemented. To avoid in general EMC problems,
the following advice should be observed:

■ Only CE marked accessories should be connected / implemented

■ Only best shielded data cables should be connected

GOST

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Modem warning notice

Conformity statement

The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for
pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone
Network (PSTN).

However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in
different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an
unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network
termination point.

In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the
first instance.

Network compatibility statement

This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following
networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional
requirements conditional in EG 201 121.

Germany ATAAB AN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010

Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04
Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and

Spain ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01
Switzerland ATAAB AN002
All other countries/regions ATAAB AN003,004
Specific switch settings or software setup is required for each network,

please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate

national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national
type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific
function on specific national networks can be given.

L300/L300D series

and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17

P03,04,08,10

Following information is only for EU-member States

The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household
waste. Please ensure this product is properly disposed as inappropriate
waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the
environment and human health.

For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.

This symbol may not stick depending on the country and region where you
purchased.

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ENERGY STAR® Program

Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® Compliant. If the model you
purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR
computer and the following information applies.

TOSHIBA is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)
ENERGY STAR
latest ENERGY STAR

®

Program and has designed this computer to meet the

®

guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer
ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will
provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system
performance for both AC power and battery modes.

To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep
mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of
inactivity in AC power mode. TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this
and other energy saving features active, so that your computer will operate
at its maximum energy efficiency. You can wake the computer from Sleep
mode by pressing the power button.

Products that earn the ENERGY STAR
by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU
Commission. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY

®

STAR

specifications will use between 20% and 50% less energy

depending on how it is used.
Visit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www.energystar.gov for more

information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program.

Optical disc drive standards

TOSHIBA L300/L300D series computer is shipped with one of the following
drives preinstalled: CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD Super Multi (± R DL), DVD
Super Multi (± R DL) /w Label Flash, HD DVD-ROM.

®

logo on the

®

prevent greenhouse gas emissions

■ The drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this

product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for
future reference.
Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized
service location.

■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other

than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure

■ To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the

enclosure.

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The drive has one of the following labels:

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

Before it is shipped, the Class 1 Laser is certified to meet the United States
Chapter 21 Standards of the Department of Health and Human Services
(DHHS 21 CFR).

For any other country, the drive is certified to meet the Class 1 Laser
standards of IEC825 and EN60825.

This computer is equipped with one of the optical drives in the following list:

Manufacturer Type

Panasonic DVD Super Multi (± R Double Layer)

UJ-870B/UJ-870F

Hitachi DVD Super Multi (± R Double Layer)

GSA-T40N/GSA-T40F

Pioneer DVD Super Multi (± R Double Layer)

DVR-KD08TBM/DVR-KD08TBF

Toshiba Samsung DVD Super Multi (± R Double Layer)

TS-L632H/TS-L632P

Toshiba HD DVD ROM

SD-L802B

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Important notice

Copyrighted works including, but not limited to, music, video, computer
programs, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically
permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign,
transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of
the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying,
modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to
claims for damages and penalties.

■ Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical

storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

■ Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

■ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.

■ Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by

the manufacturer.

■ Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional
battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer.

TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.

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Table of Contents

Preface

General Precautions

Chapter 1 Introduction

Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

TOSHIBA Value Added Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Utilities and applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Optical disc drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Chapter 3 Getting Started

Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Restoring the pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

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Chapter 4

Operating Basics

Using the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

Using optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

Using TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER to enjoy HD DVDs. . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6

Using TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

Using the computer in place of a HD DVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14

Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (± R DL) drive/

HD DVD-ROM drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-16

TOSHIBA Disc Creator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-20

Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-21

Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24

Using the web camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25

Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27

Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29

LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31

Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33

Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33

Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34

Chapter 5 The 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5

Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7

Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes

Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1

Power indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2

Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3

Real Time Clock battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-3

Memory expansion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-6

Additional battery pack (3 cell, 6 Cell and 9 Cell) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

Additional AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

USB FDD Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

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External monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3

TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17

Chapter 10 Disclaimers

Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B Display Controller and Modes

Appendix C Wireless LAN

Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors

Appendix E If your computer is stolen

Glossary

Index

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Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA L300/L300D series
computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to
provide years of reliable, high-performance computing.

This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA L300/
L300D series computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring
your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and
troubleshooting.

If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices.
Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your
computer.

If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the
preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted
with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to read the Special

features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are

uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup and

Passwords, If you are going to install PC card/ExpressCards or connect

external devices such as a printer, be sure to read Chapter 8,Optional

Devices.

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Manual contents

This manual is composed of the following chapters, appendixes, a glossary
and an index.

Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s features,
capabilities, and options.

Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and
briefly explains how they function.

Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin
operating your computer.

Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes tips on care of the computer and on
using the touchpad, optical disc drives, Audio/Video controls, the web
camera, the microphone, the internal modem, wireless communication and
LAN.

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Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hot keys.

Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes, gives details on the computer’s
power resources and battery save modes.

Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the
computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password.

Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform

some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer
doesn’t seem to be working properly.

Chapter 10 Disclaimers, provides Legal Footnotes information related to
your computer.

The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer.
The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of

acronyms used in the text.
The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.

Conventions

This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.

Abbreviations

On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are
enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.

Icons

Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information
on.

Keys

The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example, ENTER identifies the Enter key.

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Key operation

Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We
identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign
(+). For example, CTRL + C means you must hold down CTRL and at the
same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at
the same time press the third.

ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon

or entering text, the icon’s name or the text you are to type
in is represented in the typeface you see to the left.

Display

ABC Names of windows or icons or text generated by the

computer that appear on its display screen are presented in
the typeface you see to the left.

Messages

Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.

Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or
failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your
equipment.

Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of
your equipment.

Terminology

This term is defined in this document as follows:

Start

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The word “Start” refers to the “ ” button in

Microsoft

®

Windows Vista™.

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General Precautions

TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.

Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer
and any other items you are using, such as a printer.

Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide
adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.

To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area
from:

■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.

■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as

stereo speakers(other than speakers that are connected to the
computer) or speakerphones.

■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature

change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.

■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

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Stress injury

Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains
information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists
that can be caused by extensive keyboard use.

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Heat injury

■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is

used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the
computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your
skin might suffer a low-heat injury.

■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with

the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can
become hot.

■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this

condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.

■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the

material could become damaged.

Pressure or impact damage

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of
strong impact as this can damage the computer’s components or otherwise
cause it to malfunction.

PC card/ExpressCard overheating

Some PC cards/ExpressCards can become hot during prolonged use
which may result in errors or instability in the operation of the device in
question. In addition, you should also be careful when you remove an PC
card/ExpressCard that has been used for a long time.

Mobile phones

Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio
system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but
it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between
the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.

Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort

All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is
described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Be
sure to read it before using the computer.

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Introduction

This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the
computer’s features, options and accessories.

Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if
you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA.

Equipment checklist

Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packaging materials for
future use.

Hardware

Check to make sure you have all the following items:

■ TOSHIBA L300/L300D Portable Personal Computer

■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord

■ Modular cable (Provided with some models)

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Software

Microsoft® Windows Vista™

The following software is preinstalled:

■ Microsoft

■ Modem Driver (Can be used only for Modem models)

■ Display Drivers for Windows

■ LAN Driver

■ Pointing Device Driver

■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition (preinstalled with some models)

■ Sound Driver for Windows

■ Ulead DVD MovieFactory

■ Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)

■ TOSHIBA Assist

■ TOSHIBA HW Setup Utility

■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree

■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator

■ TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER (preinstalled with DVD Super Multi drive

■ TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER (preinstalled with HD DVD-ROM drive)

■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package

model)

®

Windows Vista™

®

for TOSHIBA

Documentation

■ TOSHIBA L300/L300D User’s Manual

■ TOSHIBA L300/L300D Quickstart

■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort

■ Warranty Information

If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.

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Features

Processor

Memory

L300/L300D series

This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:

Built-in Please visit your region’s website for the configuration

details of the model that you have purchased.

Slots PC2-5300 512 MB, 1024 MB or 2048 MB memory

modules can be installed in the two memory slots.
Maximum system memory size and speed depend on
the model you purchased.

PC2-5300 memory module works as PC2-4200 speed
on GL960 Express Chipset.

Video RAM Depending on the model you purchased.

Mobile Intel
Mobile Intel

Video RAM capacity shares with main memory, and the
proportion depends on Dynamic Video Memory
Te ch n ol o gy.

®

GM965 Express Chipset:

®

GL960 Express Chipset:

ATI Radeon™ X1250:
Video RAM capacity shares with main memory, and the

proportion depends on ATI HyperMemory™.

If your computer is configured with two 2GB memory modules, the memory
might be displayed as approximately 3GB only (depending on the
computer's hardware specifications).

This is correct because the operating system usually displays the available
memory instead of the physical memory (RAM) built into the computer.

Various system components (like the video adapter's GPU and PCI
devices like Wireless LAN, etc.) require their own memory space. Since a
32-bit operating system cannot address more than 4 GB of memory these
system resources overlap the physical memory. It is a technical limitation
that the overlapped memory is not available to the operating system.

Even though some tools might display the actual physical memory built
into your computer, the memory available to the operating system will still
be approximately 3 GB only.

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Disks

Hard disk drive
(HDD)

The computer is equipped with one of
thefollowing hard disk drive types. (depending on
the model you purchased). It comes in the
following sizes.

■ 80 GB

■ 120 GB

■ 160 GB

■ 200 GB

■ 250 GB

■ 300 GB

■ 320 GB

■ 400 GB

■ 500 GB

For more information on the Disclaimer regarding
hard disk drive capacity, please refer to the

Disclaimers section in Chapter 10.

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DVD Super Multi
(± R DL) drive

Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD
Super Multi (± R DL) drive module that lets you
record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run
CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads
DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs
at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to
24 speed, CD-RW at up to 16 speed, DVD-R at
up to 8 speed, DVD-RW at up to 6 speed,
DVD-RAM at up to 5 speed, DVD+R at up to
8 speed, DVD+RW at up to 8 speed, DVD+R DL
at up to 4 speed and DVD-R DL at up to 4 speed.
This drive supports the following formats:

■ DVD-ROM

■ DVD-Video

■ DVD-R

■ DVD-RW

■ DVD+R

■ DVD+RW

■ DVD-RAM

■ DVD+R DL

■ DVD-R DL

■ CD-DA

■ CD-Text

■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

■ CD-ROMXA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

■ CD-G (Audio CD only)

■ Photo CD (single/multi-session)

■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)

■ Addressing Method 2

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HD DVD-ROM drive

Some models are equipped with a full-size
HD DVD-ROM drive module that lets you run
CD/DVD/HD DVDs without using an adaptor. The
drive reads DVD-ROMs at a maximum 8x speed,
CD-ROMs at a maximum 24x speed, and HD
DVDs at a maximum 1x speed. It writes CD-Rs at
up to 16x speed, CD-RWs at up to 10x speed,
DVD-Rs and DVD+Rs at up to 4x speed,
DVD-RWs and DVD+RWs at up to 4x speed,
DVD-R DL at up to 2x speed, DVD+R DL at up to

2.4x speed and DVD-RAM at up to 3x speed.
This drive supports the following formats:

■ CD-R

■ CD-RW

■ CD-DA

■ CD-Text

■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

■ Photo CD (single/multi-session)

■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)

■ Addressing Method 2

■ DVD-ROM

■ DVD-Video

■ DVD-R

■ DVD-R DL

■ DVD-RW

■ DVD+R

■ DVD+R DL

■ DVD+RW

■ DVD-RAM

■ HD DVD-ROM

Keyboard

Built-in 86 keys or 87 keys, compatible with IBM®

enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay,
dedicated cursor control, and keys.
See Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.

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Pointing device

L300/L300D series

Built-in

A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest
enable control of the on-screen pointer.

Power

Battery pack

RTC battery

AC adaptor

The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.

The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock (RTC) and calendar.

The universal AC adaptor provides power to the
system and recharges the batteries when they
are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage between 100 and 240 volts.

Ports

Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone.

Microphone Enables connection of a microphone.

External monitor 15-pin, analog VGA port.

Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)

HDMI This HDMI jack lets you connect external display/

Three Universal Serial Bus (USB ports) enable a
chain connection of USB-equipped devices to
your computer.

audio devices. (Provided with some models)

Slots

Multiple digital media
card slot

PC Card slot

ExpressCard slot

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This slot lets you easily transfer data from
devices, such as digital cameras and Personal
Digital Assistants, that use flash memory
(SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC memory cards).
(Provided with some models)

A PC card slot accommodates: One 5 mm Type II
card. See Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for
details. (Provided with some models)

ExpressCard slot allows you to install an
ExpressCard™/34 or Expres Card™/54 to
expand functionality. See Chapter 8, Optional

Devices, for details. (Provided with some models)

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Multimedia

Web camera Record/Send still or video images with this

Sound system Windows Sound System compatible sound

Communications

integrated web camera. (Provided with some
models)

system provides internal speaker as well as jacks
for an external microphone and headphone. It
also has a volume control dial.

LAN

Wireless LAN

Modem

Wireless
communication
switch

The computer is equipped with a LAN that
supports Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T) or
Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX). It
is preinstalled as a standard device in some
markets.

A Wireless LAN mini card is equipped with other
LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread
Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division
Multiplexing radio technology that complies with
the IEEE 802.11 Standard (Revision A, B, G and
draft N).

Roaming over multiple channels.
(Provided with some models)

Some computers in this series are equipped with
an internal modem. The internal modem provides
capability for data and fax communication. It
supports V.90 (V.92). The speed of date transfer
and fax depends on analog telephone line
conditions. It has a modem jack for connecting to
a telephone line. It is preinstalled as a standard
device in some markets. Both of V.90 and V.92
are supported only in USA and Canada. Only
V.90 is available in other regions.

This switch turns wireless devices RF
transmission(Wireless LAN) functions on and off.
(Provided with some models)

Security

Security lock slot Connects a security lock to anchor the computer

to a desk or other large object.

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Software

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Operating system

TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled

Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the

Special features

The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.To
access the Power Options, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and

Maintenance -> Power Options.

Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the

Display automatic
power off

Microsoft
the preinstalled Software section at the front of
this chapter.

to make your computer more convenient to use.
Refer to the Utilities and applications section in
this chapter.

computer or when you install a component, Plug
and Play capability enables the system to
recognize the connection and make the
necessary configurations automatically.

system configuration directly from the keyboard
without running a system configuration program.

This feature automatically cuts off power to the
internal display when there is no keyboard input
for a specified time. Power is restored when any
key is pressed. This can be specified in the
Power Options.

®

Windows Vista™ is available. Refer to

HDD automatic
power off

System automatic
sleep/hibernation

Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.

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This feature automatically cuts off power to the
hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time
specified. Power is restored when the hard disk
is accessed. This can be specified in the Power
Options.

This feature automatically shuts down the system
in sleep mode or hibernation mode when there is
no input or hardware access for a time specified.
This can be specified in the Power Options.

Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5,

The Keyboard, for instructions on using the

keypad overlay.

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Power-on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and

Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and

user, are available to prevent unauthorized
access to your computer.

disables the computer providing data security.

Intelligent power
supply

A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent
power supply detects the battery’s charge and
calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also
protects electronic components from abnormal
conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC
adaptor. This can be specified in the Power
Options.

Battery save mode This feature allows you to configure the computer

in order to save battery power. This can be
specified in the Power Options.

Panel power on/off This feature turns power to the computer off

when the display panel is closed and turns it
back on when the panel is opened. This can be
specified in the Power Options.

Low battery
automatic
hibernation mode

When battery power is exhausted to the point
that computer operation cannot be continued, the
system automatically enters hibernation or shuts
down. This can be specified in the Power
Options.

Heat dispersal To protect from overheating, the CPU has an

internal temperature sensor. If the computer’s
internal temperature rises to a certain level, the
cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed
is lowered. This can be specified in the Power
Options.

Maximum
Performance

Turns on fan first, then if
necessary lowers CPU
processing speed.

Battery
Optimized

Lowers the CPU processing
speed first, then if necessary
turns on the fan.

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Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without

exiting from your software. The contents of main
memory are saved to the hard disk, when you
turn on the power again, you can continue
working right where you left off. Refer to the

Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,
Getting Started, for details

Sleep If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn

off the power without exiting from your software.
Data is maintained in the computer’s main
memory. When you turn on the power again, you
can continue working right where you left off.

TOSHIBA Value Added Package

This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features preinstalled on
the computer.

L300/L300D series

TOSHIBA Power
Option

TOSHIBA Zooming
Utility

TOSHIBA PC
Diagnostic Tool

TOSHIBA Flash
Cards

■ When you start or resume your computer, the TOSHIBA Flash Cards

may take a moment to become available and may display several times
before completely activating. The hot key functions will be available
once the TOSHIBA Flash Cards are completely active.

■ If your system is busy and you see a “Not Responding” message, allow

TOSHIBA Flash Cards to completely activate before you continue to
use the utility and hot keys.

TOSHIBA Power Option provides you with the
features of more various power supply
managements.

This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the
icon size on the Windows Desktop, or the zoom
factor associated with specific supported
applications.

The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display
basic system configuration information and allow
the functionality of some of the computer’s
built-in hardware devices to be tested.

This utility supports the following functions.

■ Hot key function

■ TOSHIBA utility launcher function

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TOSHIBA
Accessibility

Utilities and applications

This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For
details on operation, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or

readme.txt files

TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that

HW Setup utility To start the utility, click the Windows Start button,

TOSHIBA DVD
PLAYER

TOSHIBA HD DVD
PLAYER

TOSHIBA Disc
Creator

The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides
support to movement impaired users when they
need to use the TOSHIBA hot key functions. In
use, the utility allows you to make the FN key
“sticky”, that is you can press it once, release it,
and then press one of the “F” keys in order to
access its specific function. When set, the FN
key will remain active until another key is
pressed.

provides easy access to help and services.

point to All Programs, click TOSHIBA, click
Utilities, and select HWSetup icon.

This software is provided for playback of DVD
Video.

(This software is preinstalled with DVD Super
Multi drive model.)

This software is provided for playback of HD DVD
Video and DVD Video.

(This software is preinstalled with HD DVD-ROM
drive.)

You can create CD/DVDs in several formats
including audio CDs that can be played on a
standard stereo CD player and data CD/DVDs to
store the files and folderson your hard disk drive.
This software can be used on a model with
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, DVD Super Multi,
HD DVD-ROM.

You can boot TOSHIBA Disc Creator from the
menu bar as follows.

Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> CD&DVD
Applications -> Disc Creator

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