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Satellite® L300 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 2
failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 3
systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 4
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 5
maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If this trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 6
company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 7
problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 8
risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 9
technical specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 10
to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 11
and non-licensed specified low-power radio stations for mobile object identification systems (RFID) used in factory product lines (Other Radio Stations). 1. off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 12
than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 13
13 Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer. Not all devices are available on all models. Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BXB72 2.4 + 5GHz 11n minicard This equipment is approved to - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 14
14 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 15
5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The Access Point's radar detection - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 16
16 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BXB63 11g minicard This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. NOTE This device works on passive scan - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 17
17 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/ - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 18
/g) Ch36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 19
11a, 11b, 11g and 11n wireless are based on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n respectively. The IEEE 802.11n specification has not been finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adapters are based on the Draft Release, Version 1.0, of the IEEE 802.11n - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 20
(FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group. ❖ such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba- - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 21
within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 22
the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 23
and non-licensed specified low-power radio stations for mobile object identification systems (RFID) used in factory product lines (Other Radio Stations). 1. off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 24
less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 25
's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair an optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 26
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 27
27 Trademarks Satellite and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 28
documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 29
(optional 51 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 66 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 30
field 93 Saving your work 93 Printing your work 95 Backing up your work 96 Restoring your work 96 Using the optical drive 97 Optical drive components 97 Media control buttons 98 Inserting an optical disc 99 Playing an audio CD 101 Playing optical media 101 Recording optical media 101 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 31
Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 32
the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 136 Inserting memory media 136 Removing memory media 137 Chapter 5: Utilities 138 TOSHIBA Assist 139 Connect 148 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 149 Mouse Utility 150 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 153 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 33
Manager ...........167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 171 Disk drive problems 173 Optical drive problems 175 Sound system problems 176 PC Card problems 176 ExpressCard® problems 178 Printer problems 180 Modem problems 181 Wireless - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 34
34 Contents Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 192 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 194 Hot Key Cards 194 Using the Hot Key Cards 195 Application Cards 196 Using the Application Cards 197 Card Case 197 Hot key - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 35
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 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 36
the new ENERGY STAR® specifications will use between 20% chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers process. NOTE Certain Microsoft® software product(s) included with this or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of the computer - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 37
herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most upto-date product information about your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 38
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 39
version of the user's guide (this document) ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 40
to do the first time you use your computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is shipped with your computer, of circumstances and locations. Setting up a work environment Place the computer on a hard flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 41
❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 42
skin" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" system failure. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 43
computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 44
system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 45
Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software external disk drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 46
, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 47
computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows green. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 48
recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 49
Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 50
on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all optical drives are empty. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 51
modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 52
slots on the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module to cool to room temperature before replacing it. Avoid touching the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 53
Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 115. 5 Close - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 54
any static electricity you may have built up. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 55
Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. If only one memory module is - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 56
cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. Slot B Front of computer Slot - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 57
a charged battery" on page 117. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 58
be a sign that you may need to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another, you must - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 59
: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 60
if the hard drive recovery partition has been deleted or the hard disk has been replaced on your computer. NOTE The system will prompt you to insert the appropriate number of blank DVDs to copy the hard drive recovery. If your optical disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 61
blank DVD into your writable optical drive when prompted. 6 Follow the on-screen prompts for completing the copy process. For more information on using the Recovery media you have created with the preceding steps see "Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media" on page 66. Hard Disk Drive - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 62
on your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. The options are: ❖ Recovery of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 63
the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 64
64 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Erasing the hard disk The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 65
affected and will remain intact. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all information - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 66
power on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option and press Enter. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 61, to explain the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 67
-click My Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 68
Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 69
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 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 70
if an external monitor is connected): ❖ LCD-Internal display only ❖ LCD + CRT-Internal display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ CRT-External monitor only ❖ LCD + CRT Multi Monitor-Internal display and can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 71
software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and a live AC outlet. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 72
Connecting an optional external diskette drive Setting up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 73
system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in-use light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you memory). - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 74
. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 75
and programs to your hard disk, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 76
menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. Turning off the computer more quickly You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button. To use this - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 77
Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 78
78 Getting Started Turning off the computer 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options set. Restarting your computer To start the computer up again, press the power - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 79
methods, you first need to enable them using the Power Options feature. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 80
for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate button until the on/off light glows green. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 81
Menu 2 Click Sleep. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks feature. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. The Power Options window appears. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 82
. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 83
separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep button until the on/off light glows green. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you place the computer in Sleep mode by - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 84
particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 118. the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 85
. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 86
in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details. 86 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 87
, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. See "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 81 to learn more about Sleep. NOTE The Windows® operating system - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 89
called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 198. Special - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 90
90 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 91
a program from the Start menu, Windows® Explorer and the Start Search field. Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 92
or "tree." You can easily see the contents of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, that ends in "Local Disk (C:)." 6 In the left part of the window, under the Local Disk C: icon, double-click click wordpad. The operating system opens WordPad. To close the program, click the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 93
of the Start menu. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer using the Shut Down command, save your work on the hard disk drive, diskette, flash media, or optical disc. This is one of the most important rules of computing. When you turn off the computer using the Sleep or Hibernate commands - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 94
and to give it a file name. (Sample Image) Save As dialog box 3 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. 4 Type a file name, then name. File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. Some - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 95
, see your Windows® online Help. Printing your work Ensure the operating system is set up for your printer as described in "Setting up a printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the Windows® operating system to run with the additional printer(s). To print a file: 1 If your printer - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 96
CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive. Small files can be backed up on diskettes if an optional external diskette drive is available. Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 97
Learning the Basics 97 Using the optical drive Using the optical drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 98
drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 99
Previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc. The Next track button skips to the following track on the disc. Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc into the drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. The drive will not open if the computer's power is off. 2 Make - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 100
completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to use the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 101
an optical drive that allows you to: ❖ Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media. ❖ Read/write data and multi-media files to recordable optical media. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 102
problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 103
). If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 104
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 105
either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to your system), for an extended period (more than a month), the battery may fail to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and may cause the battery meter to be inaccurate. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it is - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 106
AC power and battery modes. Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 107
time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 108
power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 109
the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 115 for information on replacing the main battery. HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ) with the on/off light ( ). When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 110
110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Power button System Indicator Lights AC power light On/off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Bridge Media Adapter slot light* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 111
default), the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down. For more information on using Hibernation, see "Hibernation mode" on page 74. Setting battery notifications You can set two notifications. Each notification can be set to alert you when - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 112
to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the hard disk, optical drive, diskette drives, or other optional devices ❖ Where - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 113
main battery power 113 Microsoft® has combined these options into preset Power Plans. Using one of these power plans lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance. Plan Settings to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 114
power 5 Click Change Advanced Settings to access settings for battery notification levels, hard drive power save time, etc. You can click on the plus signs to expand each item and to see what settings are available for each item. 6 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 115
the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 78. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 116
is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 117
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 117 Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 118
purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 119
, power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord/cable. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows green. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use. ❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one month, remove - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 120
possibly result in serious injury. Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of nonconforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or rupture - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 121
or call 1-800-822-8837. Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A. only: Perchlorate Material - special manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 122
You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 123
file, or program by dragging the element's icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. Various icons are initially displayed on your system desktop, for example: Recycle Bin-Holds files you have deleted. You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin. TECHNICAL - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 124
depending on your configuration. See Windows® online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. Start system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access Windows® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer NOTE Whenever a procedure in this User's Guide instructs - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 125
additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may come will be lit. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 182. Connecting your computer to a network You - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 126
connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer. For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator. Many network (LAN) or larger corporate wide area network (WAN) For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 127
-in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange (PBX). Never connect the built-in modem to a key telephone system for residences or offices. Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a computer - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 128
headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). The World Wide Web satellite links. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 129
LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you have established an (URL), is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet. Web addresses can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 130
in groups, by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news group is similar to a chat room, bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 131
Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Start Recording button. Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal jack on the computer. 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 132
taking pictures or recording video messages may vary. The Web Camera software, by default, should already be running in the Notification Area. a PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards that you can install: ❖ Type I cards ❖ Type II cards The PC Card slot supports hot swapping, which allows - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 133
. Removing a PC Card Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to removing it. Otherwise, the system may be damaged. NOTE Before removing a PC Card, make sure that no applications or system services are using the card. 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 134
you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online Help. Using an ExpressCard® (Available - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 135
and then selecting the card or device you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later. If the card can be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware. 2 Locate the ExpressCard® eject button. 3 Press the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 136
of supported media, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To copy data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of the Windows® operating system. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 137
Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 137 Removing memory media 1 Prepare the media for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Notification Area and then selecting the card or device you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the media for - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 138
is available on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ ConfigFree® 138 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 139
do one of the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 140
140 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree® Connectivity Doctor (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 141
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password 141 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 142
142 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 143
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility 143 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 144
applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the TOSHIBA Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. To select - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 145
enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password press Fn + F1. To unlock your system, press any key or touch the pointing device and the Windows® Logon screen will appear. Select your user name and enter - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 146
or others as a result of the inability to access your computer. To set a supervisor password: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 147
Password icon. The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 4 Click Not Registered. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the password, then click OK. 6 Click OK to exit. 7 Restart the system to complete the process. Using a user password A user - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 148
OK to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Not Registered. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user password. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 149
Tool utility may show tests for features you do not have. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then PC Diagnostic Tool, or click the PC Diagnostic Tool icon in the Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 150
then Mouse under Hardware and Sound, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons ❖ Pointers ❖ Pointer Options ❖ Wheel ❖ Hardware - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 151
Setup screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen - General tab options The TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen may have the following tabs: ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 152
the operating time of your battery. Always Low-Sets the CPU speed to low when using either the battery or the AC adaptor ❖ Display-Allows you the computer" on page 69. ❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 153
❖ Icons on the desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen 2 Select the desired option(s). 3 Click OK - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 154
by CD burning software or other applications that can set the drive speed. (Sample Image) CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen To access the utility: 1 Click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. 2 Click - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 155
can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Accessibility window To use TOSHIBA Accessibility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Accessibility, or click the Accessibility icon in the Optimize tab of - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 156
ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching section contains information about the ConfigFree® main screen, and how to start and set up . ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 157
The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply Connection band (a/b/g etc.) ❖ Status of Wireless Connection switch (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 158
158 Utilities ConfigFree® Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in "profiles." ConfigFree® profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices. You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. If you - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 159
Utilities ConfigFree® 3 Click Open Settings. The ConfigFree Profile Settings window appears. 159 (Sample Image) ConfigFree Profile Settings window 4 Click Add to start the Create Profile Wizard. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 160
administrator or the manufacturer of the software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 161
Down. The computer shuts down completely. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold the power button for - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 162
into Sleep mode and the battery has discharged. If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver may have prevented Windows® from shutting down. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. Data stored in the computer's hard drive may not be affected. Always - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 163
.toshiba.com and see the Support Bulletin Step-Charging the computer's battery (click the Ask Iris® link and search for the support bulletin by name). 4 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in a different room. If the computer starts normally, there may be a problem - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 164
and the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current system takes a long time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 165
advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 166
the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 167
the computer. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 167. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 168
drive, and other power-using functions. This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is causing a problem - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 169
only one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in slot A. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional secondary battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 170
" on page 113). Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 171
-right part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 172
is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display properties: 1 Right-click in a blank area of - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 173
you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 174
fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the disk. Your hard disk seems very go into the optional external diskette drive. You may already have a diskette in the drive. Make sure the drive is empty. You may be inserting - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 175
using is compatible with your optical drive. For more information regarding supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the problem is with an optical data disc, refer to the software's documentation and check that the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 176
will not come out of the drive when you click the eject button on the screen. Press the button on the optical drive itself. For additional information see "You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out." on page 175. Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computer - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 177
again, it may be defective. Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to be dead shown, for example: Disk drives, Network adapters, Other, etc. The operating system displays your PC Card's screen appears. 2 Click Safely remove for the device you want - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 178
on certain models) ExpressCards® include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 179
again, it may be defective. Resolving ExpressCard® problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to for example: Disk drives, Network adapters, Other, etc. The operating system displays your ExpressCard Hardware screen appears. 2 Click Safely remove for the device you - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 180
and is not supported. For more information on Hibernation and troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 72 or in the instructions - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 181
screen differently from the way they print it. See if your program has a print preview mode. This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print. Contact the software manufacturer for more information. Modem problems the modem manual for system may be busy or off line. Try - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 182
through. SSIDs are casesensitive. Toshiba provides a Client Manager utility for setting and managing SSIDs. ❖ Check the Control Panel's Hardware and Sound Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 183
IPCONFIG /ALL and press Enter. The IP address for each active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to your router or in response, then the problem is probably Wi-Fi®-related. ❖ If you have enabled any security provisions (closed system, MAC address filtering, Wired - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 184
optical drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Change the setting for when to turn off the display using the following steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 185
off the display. 4 Click Save changes. The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title. If the screen saver is enabled, it runs on top of optical disc or hard drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to an optical disc or hard drive. ❖ - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 186
system configuration with Restore Points The System Restore feature of the Windows® operating system quickly creates Restore Points-'snapshots' of your Windows® operating system configuration-and saves them for later recall. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 187
step 4. 6 Close all programs and save all open files. 7 Click Finish, and then Yes to begin the system restore. 8 Your Windows® operating system configuration will now be restored to the state it was in when the chosen Restore Point was created, and then the computer will be automatically restarted. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 188
optical discs, or a hard drive: NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click System and - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 189
devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a Restore Point (refer to "Saving system configuration with Restore Points" on page - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 190
before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support group for their - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 191
still need help and suspect that the problem is hardwarerelated, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you. Toshiba's Technical Support Web site For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 192
Puteaux Cédex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA 800-457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4273 (outside of the US this - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 193
United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D-4-1460 Neuss Germany For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 194
functions and to launch applications. There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards: Hot Key Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Mute ❖ Lock (Instant security) ❖ Power Plan ❖ Sleep ❖ Hibernation ❖ Output (Display switch - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 195
key controls. To use the Hot Key Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display 2 Double-click the Card for the system function to be modified. The selected Card is displayed full-size with its available options below - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 196
information, refer to "TOSHIBA Zooming Utility" on page 153. Disc Creator utility This Application Card launches the TOSHIBA Disc Creator utility. TOSHIBA Hardware Setup utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Hardware Setup" on page 151. NOTE Not all functions are supported on all models - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 197
Using the Application Cards To launch an application using the Application Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards display at the top of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Card display "stacked" Card 2 Click the "stacked" card on the far right of the display. The Application Cards - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 198
click the icon in the top corner of the screen. Hot key functions Hot key functions are performed pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend the key controls. Volume Mute or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables volume mute on - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 199
This TOSHIBA Card or hot key blanks the display. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + (Sample Image) Security options ❖ To enable lock, select . ❖ To cancel, select . The Fn + F1 hot key function activates instant security. The user logon screen - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 200
Hot key functions Power plan or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 201
Sleep mode or Fn + Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 201 This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Sleep mode. For more information about Sleep mode, please see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 202
Cards Hot key functions Hibernation mode or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 203
Hot key functions 203 Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the power- on attached and turned on. ❖ LCD-Internal display only ❖ LCD + CRT-Internal display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ CRT-External monitor only ❖ LCD + CRT Multi Monitor-Internal display - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 204
device. To swap sides, select Swap Image Display. Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Selecting this Card or pressing either hot key displays the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 205
Cards Hot key functions 205 Disabling or enabling wireless devices or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ Wi-Fi® enabled-Enables just the Wi- - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 206
Cards Hot key functions Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on page 68. Selecting - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 207
Zoom (Display resolution) or Fn + [Space bar] This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle through the screen resolutions, then select the desired resolution. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 208
208 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-out. Fn + This hot key turns the - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 209
B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved BS - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 210
The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 211
nematic DVD digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 212
to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. B backup - A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged. basic input/output system (BIOS) - See BIOS. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 213
per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing drive before checking the hard disk. bus - An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 214
of components that make up a single computer system. (2) How parts of the system are set up (that is, configured). controller - A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 215
as CDs and DVDs. Compare disk. disk - A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive - The device that - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 216
system, this refers to the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory adapter. extension - See file extension. external device - See - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 217
long-term storage of programs and data. The primary (or only) hard disk in a computer is usually fixed, but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable. By default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 218
Toshiba computers that saves to the hard disk system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 219
(such as a hard disk) into memory for processing. local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 220
systems are the Windows Vista® Ultimate and Windows Vista® Home Basic operating systems. optical drive - A drive which reads plastic coated discs on provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral - Any device, such as a - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 221
memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk. resolution - A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 222
remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S select - To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics with - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 223
USB - See universal serial bus (USB). utility - A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W Web - See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi® - A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 224
key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 106 removing 115 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 136 removing memory media 137 button power 51, 61 start 124 C CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 48 checking device properties 167 click 68 communications - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 225
adjusting 70 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 68 DVD player general problems 184 DVD, using 97 E error messages device driver conflict 166 general hardware problem 166 non-system disk or disk error 163 problem with display settings/ current settings not working - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 226
files 130 URL address not found 165 using 128 Internet Service Providers 128 ISPs 128 J jack RJ-11 127 K keyboard character keys 88 function keys 89 hot keys 208 not working 162 overlay keys 90 special Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 170 using 88 keyboard, external 70 keyboard, full-size 88 - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 227
49 optical disc positioning 100 optical discs handling 100 inserting 99 removing 102 optical drive problems 175 troubleshooting 175 using computer will not start 161 connecting cable to AC adaptor 47 cord/cable connectors 209 energy-saving features 104 problem solving 169 turning on 50 power button - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 228
Sleep 81 precautions 41 primary button 68 printer connecting 71 problem solving 180, 181 printing a file 95 problem solving AC power 169 accessing disk drives 162 battery charge does not last 170 battery not charging 169 cannot insert diskette in drive 174 cannot read a diskette 174 changing display - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 229
registering computer 45 worldwide offices 192 TOSHIBA Assist 139 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 Toshiba online resources 103 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 184 external keyboard 170 keyboard 170 keypad overlay 170 optical drive 175 turning on the computer 50 turning - Toshiba Satellite L305D-S5868 | Satellite L300 Series (GMAD00162011_SatL300_08Ar - Page 230
230 Index Windows® operating system Help and Support 166 problem solving 164 Windows® operating system desktop 122 Windows® Start menu 91 wireless networking 125 Wizards Connect to the Internet 126 World Wide Web 128 www 128
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If you need assistance:
❖
Toshiba’s Support Web site
pcsupport.toshiba.com
❖
Toshiba Global Support Centre
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see
“If Something Goes Wrong” on
page 160
in this guide.
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