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Question posted by mastdr on August 13th, 2014
Toshiba Satellite L305d Won't Start
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on November 2nd, 2014 12:31 PM
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When a laptop won't power on, it's often because of one of four things: the battery, the battery charger/AC adapter, the power board/battery charging board (if the laptop has one), or the motherboard. Without being able to troubleshoot the laptop, it's almost impossible to say for sure which of the components is causing the problem
You can attempt to rule out the battery by attaching the AC adapter and trying to turn the laptop on. If the laptop turns on when on AC power but won't turn on with the battery, then one of two things is happening: either the battery is bad, or the charger is bad and the battery has run down. If the laptop won't turn on with or without the AC adapter plugged in, then the battery is not the problem. If your AC adapter has an LED on it, you can often tell if the adapter isn't working because the LED won't light up. (However, just because the LED does come on doesn't mean the adapter is working as it should.)
If it doesn't seem to be either the charger/adapter or the battery, then you're probably looking at either the power board or motherboard. If you are comfortable taking the laptop apart, you might want to try replacing the power board, which is the board that the charger plugs into. Amazon.com sells power boards (also sometimes called power jack boards) for many laptops for between $15 and $30.
The motherboard is a more expensive option to replace, so a good rule of thumb is to try the less expensive parts first. If it still won't power on, you may have a bad motherboard, in which case it might be cheaper to get a new laptop than have the motherboard repaired or replaced.
You can find more troubleshooting help in the maintenance manual, starting on page 2-1.
You can attempt to rule out the battery by attaching the AC adapter and trying to turn the laptop on. If the laptop turns on when on AC power but won't turn on with the battery, then one of two things is happening: either the battery is bad, or the charger is bad and the battery has run down. If the laptop won't turn on with or without the AC adapter plugged in, then the battery is not the problem. If your AC adapter has an LED on it, you can often tell if the adapter isn't working because the LED won't light up. (However, just because the LED does come on doesn't mean the adapter is working as it should.)
If it doesn't seem to be either the charger/adapter or the battery, then you're probably looking at either the power board or motherboard. If you are comfortable taking the laptop apart, you might want to try replacing the power board, which is the board that the charger plugs into. Amazon.com sells power boards (also sometimes called power jack boards) for many laptops for between $15 and $30.
The motherboard is a more expensive option to replace, so a good rule of thumb is to try the less expensive parts first. If it still won't power on, you may have a bad motherboard, in which case it might be cheaper to get a new laptop than have the motherboard repaired or replaced.
You can find more troubleshooting help in the maintenance manual, starting on page 2-1.
Related Toshiba Satellite L305D Manual Pages
User Guide - Page 1
Satellite Pro® L300 Series User's Guide
If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site
pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center
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 158 in this guide. GMAD00174011 08/08
User Guide - Page 2
...PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. Model: Satellite Pro® L300 Series
Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty
The ...THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. 2
Handling the cord on the hard disk or other reproductive harm. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY. If you ...
User Guide - Page 7
...restricted to indoor use due to its operation in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you should ... GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
If you...
User Guide - Page 9
... de blindage maximal. The party responsible for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the Low Voltage ... d'une licence. These radar stations can cause interference with an 802.11a device. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. 9
The term "IC" before the equipment certification ...
User Guide - Page 27
... or trademarks of their respective owners.
Computer Disposal Information
Lamp contains mercury. 27
Trademarks
Satellite Pro and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of PCMCIA. and/or Toshiba Corporation.
Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All other countries.
For disposal, reuse or recycling...
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 environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions ...up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44
Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46
28
User Guide - Page 30
...Overlay keys 90 Using the overlay to type numeric data 90 Starting a program 91 Starting a program from the Start menu...........91 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer ...92 Starting a program using the Start
Search field 93 Saving your work 93 Printing your work 95...101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........101 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102
User Guide - Page 33
Contents
33
ConfigFree 154 Getting Started 154 ConfigFree® Utilities 155
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 158
Problems that are easy to fix 158 Problems... system configuration backup in
the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186
Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 187 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
User Guide - Page 41
... the battery pack.
Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer.
Getting Started
41
Selecting a place to work
To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater...
User Guide - Page 45
... connected to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. See "Setting up your software. Getting Started
45
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to...
User Guide - Page 46
... no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 46
Getting Started
Connecting to a power source
Connecting to a power source
Your computer requires power to remove a plug from a socket. Always confirm that may have been provided...
User Guide - Page 51
..." on the computer for the first time, do not turn on page 44.
See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with your software. Getting Started
51
Adding memory (optional)
3 Press and release the power button. Adding memory (optional)
HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the...
User Guide - Page 60
... has been replaced on page 60. If your optical disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for example, a D: drive.
❖ Recover...and recover your computer.
60
Getting Started
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
Your computer has been configured with your system. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United ...
User Guide - Page 61
...
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
To create recovery DVDs:
1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then Recovery Disc Creator.
2 Select DVD (to the item's Name-recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files ...
User Guide - Page 62
... Recovery of the options, and then click Next. 62
Getting Started
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery ... a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays.
(Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen
3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk When ...
User Guide - Page 129
... of using the Internet
129
Internet Service Providers
To connect a computer directly to a telephone line.
2 Start your Web browser. Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet, you need:
❖ A ... such as links.
If you are known as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links.
The Web address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a company that computer ...
User Guide - Page 151
... the Fn key and press 2; To zoom in /out hot keys (see "Zoom (Display resolution)" 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. Utilities...
Resource Guide - Page 1
Satellite® L300 Series Resource Guide
Keep this guide in for your computer.
If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site
pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 Please fill in a convenient place ...
Resource Guide - Page 3
... THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. Wash hands after handling. Model: Satellite® L300 Series
Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty
The computer...and associated software, among the most advanced data storage technologies available. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY...
Resource Guide - Page 20
...Computer Disposal Information
Lamp contains mercury. As part of Toshiba's commitment to environmental considerations. 20
Trademarks
Satellite and ConfigFree are those of their respective companies. Microsoft,...Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Adobe and Photoshop are trademarks or registered ...
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