L630/L635

Before using a peripheral device or application software that is not an authorized TOSHIBA part or product, make sure the device or software can be used with your computer. Use of incompatible devices may cause injury or may damage your computer.

Hardware and System Checklist

This section discusses problems caused by your computer’s hardware or attached peripherals. Basic problems may occur in the following areas:

System start-upPointing device
Self testExternal Monitor
PowerSound System
PasswordUSB
KeyboardeSATA/USB combo port
LCD panelSleep/Hibernation
Solid state diskLAN
Hard disk driveWireless LAN
DVD Super Multi (±R DL) driveBluetooth
BD Combo DriveRecovery Media

Memory cards: Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO) and MultiMediaCard (MMC)

System Start-upWhen the computer does not start properly, check the following items:Self TestPower SourcesPower-on PasswordSelf Test

When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run automatically, and the following will be displayed:

TOSHIBA Leading Innovation>>>This message remains on the screen for a few seconds.

If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system. Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the Hardware Setup, the computer tries to load first from drive A then from drive C, or first from drive C then from drive A.

User’s Manual

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