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Satellite Pro® 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 2
after handling. Model: Satellite Pro® L300 Series Recordable and/or set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 3
Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 6
your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 1 above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 7
TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card 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 , TOSHIBA believes - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 8
❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 9
que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 10
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 Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 11
stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 12
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 only. A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 13
13 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 14
14 Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 15
free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. NOTE This device works on passive scan only. A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 16
Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 17
17 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 18
Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 19
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 11a/b, 11a/b/g, or 11a/b/g/n can communicate on any of its supported formats; the actual connection will be based on the access point - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 20
over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. When you use - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 21
Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth® wireless technology) Bluetooth® Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 22
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 23
RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 24
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 Authorization - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 25
injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required. Location of the Required Label (Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 26
INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 27
27 Trademarks Satellite Pro and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft, at www.eiae.org. As part of Toshiba's commitment to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in and recycling programs. Visit - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 28
guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 29
(optional 51 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 30
88 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer....88 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....89 Saving your work 90 Printing your work 92 Backing up your work 93 Restoring your work 94 Using the optical drive 94 Optical drive components 95 Inserting an optical disc 95 Playing an audio CD - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 31
Computing 100 Toshiba's energy-saver design 100 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 101 Power management 102 Using additional batteries 102 Charging batteries 102 Charging the main battery 103 Charging the RTC battery 103 Monitoring main battery power 104 Determining - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 32
from, the Internet 125 Exploring audio features 126 Recording sounds 126 Using external speakers or headphones..........127 Web Camera 127 Bridge Media Adapter Slot 129 Inserting memory media 130 Removing memory media 130 Chapter 5: Utilities 132 TOSHIBA Assist 133 Connect 134 Secure 135 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 33
Memory problems 162 Power and the batteries 163 Keyboard problems 164 Display problems 165 Disk drive problems 167 Optical drive problems 168 Sound system problems 169 ExpressCard® problems 170 Printer problems 172 Modem problems 173 Wireless networking problems 173 DVD operating problems - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 34
Without a password 187 With a password 188 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 188 Power profile 189 Standby mode 189 Hibernation /Cable Connectors 194 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer 195 Getting Started 196 Starting ConfigFree 196 ConfigFree® - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 35
, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 36
use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its notebook component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers' commitment to meeting from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 37
, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 40
explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is shipped with your computer to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Setting up a work environment Place the computer on a hard flat surface that is large enough - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 41
protect your work area from: Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 42
work ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of the computer. ❖ Computer base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the "Avoid extended contact between computer base/palm rest and skin" section in the "Instruction Manual - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 43
injury. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 44
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 click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 45
Warranty. NOTE To register online, you must be connected to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 44. After starting your computer for the first time you - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 46
's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 47
. 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 48
the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 50
brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 52
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 , Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. If only one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. If the computer is - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 53
Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 110. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 55
with the matching key in the socket. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 56
B is the top slot. If only one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 111. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 57
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, you can verify that the computer has - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 58
on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 111. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 59
the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with your computer. Creating Recovery DVDs Depending recovery. If your optical disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Global Support - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 60
). 3 Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box next to the item's Name-recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. 4 Click Create. 5 Insert the first blank DVD into your writable optical drive when prompted - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 61
the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 62
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 Factory Default Software screen 2 Select - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 63
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 Next. 2 The you that all data will be lost. Be sure you have saved your work to external media before proceeding. 4 Click Next to begin deleting the HDD - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 64
during the recovery process. Be sure you have saved your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the restoration. Once complete save your work to external media first. To resize and recover your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 65
restoration. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 60, to explain the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 66
Started Using the TouchPad™ Checking the HDD operating status After restoring your hard disk drive, you can check its status as portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 67
finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad. This feature can be 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, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 68
68 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 69
configuration steps. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 70
; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation 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 Play, you can set up the printer as described in "Setting up - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 71
71 Connecting 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 steps to set it up for the first time. You only - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 72
drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in-use charge the main battery. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 73
the Shut Down command if you are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have work in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate : ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored on the hard - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 74
hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 75
more quickly You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button. To use this method, you first need to activate it using Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 76
computer 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click on the Setup Action tab. (Sample Image) Setup action settings screen 4 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. NOTE These options are set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 77
amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Hibernation mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 78
are set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 144. Once the computer is configured, you can - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 79
, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Standby for the options you want. NOTE These options are set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 80
OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 144. Once the computer is configured, you particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 81
your computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 113. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to avoid more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 82
82 Getting Started Caring for your computer To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through the loop. 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 83
. Your work stays 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 while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved. See "Saving your work" on - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 85
Learning the Basics 85 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 86
86 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to be - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 87
Learning the Basics 87 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 88
a program Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options. You can - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 89
Learning the Basics 89 Starting a program This example opens WordPad using Windows® Explorer. 1 Click Start, and then All Programs. 2 Click Accessories. 3 Click Windows Explorer. 4 Click My Computer to expand the window. 5 In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in "(C:)." 6 In - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 90
then Search, and then following the onscreen instructions. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive, diskette, are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 91
files 1 In your Windows®-based application, click File, and then Save. If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 92
92 Learning the Basics Printing your work File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. You may use - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 93
Learning the Basics 93 Backing up your work To print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. 4 Click Print. Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 94
Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring support digital surround sound, multiple - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 95
The optical drive is located on the side of the computer. Your optical drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is in use. Eject button-Press to release the disc - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 96
96 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "Caring for optical discs" on page 99. 6 Place - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 97
the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray using headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. Playing optical media automatically start your disc, try launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 98
supported optical media formats please refer to your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. , into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 99
Learning the Basics 99 Toshiba's online resources Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 100
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 101
or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba notebook computer. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 102
configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional second battery (not included with your computer). If you travel and need to work for many hours without an AC power - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 103
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 104
may only charge while the computer is turned on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours. NOTE - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 105
from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 109 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 106
then TOSHIBA Power Saver. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare (not included with your computer) ❖ Save your work and - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 107
remaining battery power has been reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound an working, since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 108
TOSHIBA Power Saver. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 2 Select an appropriate profile for your work on batteries and the programs that you are using do not require a lot of system resources, you may experience longer work - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 109
. The pop-up window disappears. You are now in the selected mode. For more information on setting the battery Power Profile, see "Power Profiles" on page 108. Changing the main battery When your main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC adaptor or install a charged main - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 110
or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. Removing the battery from 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 77. 3 Unplug - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 111
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 112
lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery 3 Slide the battery release lock to the locked position. (Sample Illustration) Locking the battery release lock 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 113
is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 114
not glow, 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 115
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 116
cell batteries, applicable a place to work" on page 40 manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 117
chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 118
118 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, Taskbar, System tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar (Sample Image) Windows® operating system - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 119
Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop 119 NOTE If you place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. See Windows® online Help for more specific information on each icon and - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 120
connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may be lit. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 173. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 121
Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications 121 Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports. Accessing a network To access a network: ❖ At the office, - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 122
Setting up for communications For more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 123
Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer -speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 124
An overview of using the Internet Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet ❖ A way to connect to the ISP (for example modem/ Wi-Fi®/LAN etc.) Once you - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 125
can probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 126
Skip backward 3 Click the Record button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. 5 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. NOTE You can only record 60 seconds at a time. 6 To hear what you just recorded, click the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 127
the volume too high when using headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. TECHNICAL NOTE: When using amplified speakers, use the following: ❖ Take pictures and record videos with your notebook computer ❖ Chat with others and have them see you while using instant messaging - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 128
the use of ExpressCard media. The slot also supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one ExpressCard with another while the computer is on. Inserting an ExpressCard® Before you insert an ExpressCard®, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 129
Media Adapter slot supports the use of Memory Stick™, Memory Stick™ PRO, Secure Digital™ (SD™), MMC™ (MultiMediaCard™), or xD-Picture Card™ media. These Adapter slot may also support other types of media. For a complete list of supported media, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 130
feature of the Windows® operating system. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so memory media 1 Prepare the media for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the System tray and then selecting the card - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 131
Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. 131 (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows® message "copying..." disappears, writing to the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 132
are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 133
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 134
134 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree® Connectivity Doctor (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 135
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password 135 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 136
136 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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 137
Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Hotkey assignment using Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility 137 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 138
in the knowledge that nobody can access your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password-Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 139
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 140
Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 141
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 142
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 143
is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse® Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. (Sample Image) Fn-esse screen The keys are color-coded - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 144
Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power, as well as the estimated battery life for each power profile mode. The profiles shown in the Profile - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 145
Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver 145 Preset Power Profiles The preset power profiles are: ❖ Full . The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power. Quickly creating a new power profile 1 Highlight one of the preset profiles. 2 Click Copy - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 146
utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and other Hardware, and then Mouse, 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 147
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 the Boot Priority by pressing the power - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 148
148 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ CPU-Allows you to enable or disable CPU the AC adaptor, the CPU frequency mode is set to high for faster processing. ❖ Battery Power-If your computer is running on battery power, the CPU frequency mode is set to low for slower processing. Switching the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 149
Utility icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen 2 Select the desired option(s). 3 Click OK. The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you selected. To zoom - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 150
access the utility: 1 Double-click the icon in the task tray, or 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 Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly for listening to - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 151
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 Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 152
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. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding. If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations, chances are the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 153
If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix 153 3 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with the next step. 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 154
battery. Press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds. If you are using the AC adaptor, check that the wall outlet is working the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 155
. If the computer starts normally, the AC adaptor may be defective and will need to be replaced (see the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com). If the AC power light starts flashing, remove the battery, and continue with the steps below. 3 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer. Leave the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 156
working If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com and see the Support Bulletin Step-Charging the computer's battery (click the Ask Iris® link and search for the support a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 157
working 157 Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 158
the menu or by going to 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 using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 159
is not working, resolving the problem can be timeconsuming and frustrating. The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is memory called the Direct Memory Access (DMA). The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and access memory - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 160
you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 161
Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 162
one device to another. A Troubleshooting button is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 163
or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. The AC adaptor and power cord/cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 164
Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information. For more information on maintaining battery power, see "Charging batteries" on page 102. Keyboard problems If, when you - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 165
registered, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 166
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 technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 167
a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the disk - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 168
or corrupted. Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures. Many software packages automatically create backup files. causing the problem. Run Errorchecking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 167). Optical drive problems You cannot - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 169
battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the problem page 169. Sound system problems No sound is coming from - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 170
feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 171
stops working (hangs) when you insert an ExpressCard®. The problem may problem with Device Manager" on page 160 for more information. Since all ExpressCards® share the same socket, each card is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported. For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes see - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 172
the connection is secure. Refer to the card's documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 173
per second) or higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem is on, Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 174
verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages-these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. ❖ Verify that the network connection is configured to obtain its - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 175
releases. The Windows® operating system wireless management facility does not work. If you are using an external Wi-Fi® adapter (an support group for further advice. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may be able to fix the problem yourself. For general problems - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 176
can also cause audio problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it properties" on page 161 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 177
unsaved changes. Many software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 83 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 178
follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 179
time, you can re-establish your Windows® configuration using the saved Restore Point. To do this: 1 Click Start, and then Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer with System Restore. 3 Click Restore my computer to an earlier time, then click Next. 4 A calendar will - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 180
and store on its hard drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the of the optical drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Put a - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 181
data files that you create as you work are typically stored in the My Documents sites (www.microsoft.com, for example) for detailed instructions. ❖ Newsgroup files and settings-for Outlook® Express 3 Click Export Favorites, Next. (To restore the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 182
, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, Help and Support, or start the Backup utility by to CDs with the Windows® operating system" on page 180). ❖ Have your factory Restore/Reconfiguration CD(s) on hand in case you need any files from them. ❖ Do - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 183
Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 184
you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 185
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or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Password security Fn + This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 188
check box. 5 Click OK. Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged (even if the computer is a screen saver, go to Windows® online Help for instructions: 1 Click Start, and then Help and Support. 2 In the Search field, type password screen saver. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 189
and cycles through the power profiles. (Sample Image) Power profiles The properties of each power profile are set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 144. Standby mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. A message box - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 190
190 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. ( - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 191
mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. Not all functions are supported on all models. Display brightness Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 192
Image) Disable or Enable TouchPad options Zooming applications in/out Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-out. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Zooming Utility" on page 149. Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-in. For more information, see - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 193
Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys 193 Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key switches screen resolution. [Space bar] - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 194
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 195
Appendix C Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer NOTE All references to Bluetooth® in this appendix are Connectivity Doctor utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer. For more information, see "Connectivity Doctor" on page 198. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 196
, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon the desired utility. on the Taskbar, and then click - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 197
Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started 197 When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then click the appropriate icon - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 198
Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer. The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices: ❖ Wired and wireless network devices - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 199
Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 199 ❖ Status of wireless communication switch Privacy (WEP) key settings. (Sample Image) Viewing device information If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 200
ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the Connectivity Doctor screen, and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can also view the possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 201
Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 201 2 Click Search for Wireless Devices. . NOTE The wireless device shown near the center of the map is not necessarily near your notebook computer. If a wireless device located a distance away also has a strong signal, it appears - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 202
202 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows® XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree® - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 203
Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 203 3 Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. NOTE After the Access Point is set up and added to - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 204
204 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities ❖ Drag and drop the file directly onto the icon for that Bluetooth® device. (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth® device - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 205
Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 3 Click Send. 205 NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the selected device will occur automatically. Disconnecting from a Bluetooth® device To - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 206
206 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities To create a profile: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the pointer to Profile. 3 Click Add. The Add Profile screen appears. 4 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 207
Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 207 (Sample Image) Expanded Add way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers at home and at work. This utility is faster and more dependable than sending the files via email. Use this utility, - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 208
208 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities ❖ Bluetooth® PAN/LAP ❖ Cross cable (Ethernet or Gbit Ethernet) To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT, click the SUMMIT icon on the ConfigFree Launcher, select - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 209
Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 209 NOTE Only the SUMMIT Host (the initiator) can share files with multiple users by this method. SUMMIT users can share a file - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 210
210 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities NOTE Participating users must be connected by LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth® (PAN). Firewall software may prevent ConfigFree SUMMIT from working. Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: 1 Click the icon in the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 211
LAN Configuration is set to Ad Hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and re-established later. To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Use the pointing device to select the - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 212
profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or when you disable a wireless device. ❖ If you close ConfigFree. Direct Link Toshiba Device When Access Point is not available, use the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature to connect your computer in Ad Hoc (peer-to-peer) mode and use the Summit feature. To use - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 213
the Automatic Switch 213 wireless network setting to Ad Hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT feature. (Sample Image) Using the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 214
214 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 215
your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 216
Digital Interface PC personal computer PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read-only memory RTC real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 217
's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a "TFT display," in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell. This type of display works well with notebook - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 218
per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up the computer - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 219
compatibility - The extent to which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats, or language as A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 220
disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current (AC). direct memory access (DMA) - A dedicated - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 221
- See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 222
can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus - The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function keys - The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function is - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 223
Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory other services. See - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 224
load - To move information from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into memory for processing. local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a computer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital Interface - - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 225
or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet. operating system - A set of programs that controls how the computer works. Examples of operating systems are the Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition and Windows® XP Home operating systems. optical drive - A drive which - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 226
processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs file's type, size, and creation date. R RAM (random access memory) - Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. Volatile here means - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 227
ROM 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 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 228
serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million 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. - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 229
memory 51 adding memory 51 adjusting recording quality 127 Alt keys 86 audio files 126 audio features 126 B backing up files 84 battery (RTC) 101 removing 110 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 130 removing memory media 130 button power 51, 60 start 119 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 230
/trouble accessing batteries 115 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 159 double-click 67 DVD player general problems 175 DVD, using 94 E error messages device driver conflict 158 general hardware problem 158 non-system disk or disk error 155, 168 problem with display settings/ current settings not working - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 231
128 not recognized 171 problem solving 170 removing 129 external monitor not working 166 mouse 70 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 69 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 167 file extensions 92 file, backing up 84 files backing up 93 printing 93 restoring 94 saving 90 Fn - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 232
hot keys 193 not working 154 overlay keys 87 troubleshooting 164 using 85 Windows® special keys 86 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 85 L lock computer, using 81 M main battery removing 110 memory adding 51 problem solving 162 removing memory module slot cover 54 memory module inserting 55 - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 233
170 external display not working 166 external monitor 165 faulty memory 162 hardware conflict 158 trouble accessing a disk 167 modem not receiving or transmitting 173 no sound 169 non-system disk or disk error 155, 168 power and batteries 163 printer 172 program not responding 152 program not working - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 234
disposing of batteries 115 icons 38 precautions 41 saving files 90 screen blank 165 does not look normal/flickers 165 secondary button 67 set up communications 120 setting up adding memory 51 computer 43, 52 work environment 40 setting up a connection 121 sound problem solving 169 sounds recording - Toshiba Satellite Pro L300-EZ1005X | User Guide - Page 235
Wi-Fi® wireless networking 120 Windows® Explorer 88 Windows® operating system Help and Support 158 problem solving 156 Windows® operating system desktop 117 Windows® Start menu 88 wireless networking 120 Wizards New Connection Wizard 121 World Wide Web 123 www 123 Index 235
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