{"product_id":"toshiba-portege-r30-a-13-3-laptop-i5-4210m-4gb-240gb-ssd-dvd-rw-no-os-wty","title":"Toshiba Portege R30-A 13.3\" Laptop i5-4210M 4GB 240GB SSD DVD-RW No OS | Wty","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:1.7;color:#222;max-width:700px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #0060a9;padding:12px 16px;margin-bottom:16px;background:#f0f6ff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#0060a9;font-size:18px;\"\u003eToshiba Portege R30-A — 13.3\" Lightweight Business Laptop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eA light 13.3-inch business laptop with an Intel Core i5-4210M, 4GB RAM, a 240GB SSD and a built-in DVD-RW drive. Supplied with no operating system, ready for your own build. Professionally tested and graded by Reboot IT, with a 12-month warranty included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;border-bottom:2px solid #0060a9;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntel Core i5-4210M processor\u003c\/strong\u003e — A standard-voltage dual-core with Hyper-Threading at 2.60 GHz base and 3.20 GHz turbo. Notably quicker under sustained load than the low-voltage U-series chips usually fitted to laptops this size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e240GB SSD\u003c\/strong\u003e — Solid-state storage with no moving parts. Boot times in seconds, quick file access, and better resistance to knocks than a mechanical drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in DVD-RW drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — Genuinely uncommon in a 13.3-inch machine, and rarer still today. If you still work with discs, this is one of the lightest laptops that will read and write them without an external drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight and portable\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Portege line was Toshiba's lightweight business range, built to be carried daily. Around 1.5 kg despite including an optical drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgradeable memory\u003c\/strong\u003e — At 4GB as supplied, this is the obvious first upgrade and it is a straightforward one — the R30-A takes standard SODIMM modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo operating system installed\u003c\/strong\u003e — A clean slate for the Windows build or Linux distribution you prefer, with no pre-loaded software to strip out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;border-bottom:2px solid #0060a9;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003ePerformance in Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Portege R30-A occupies an unusual position. Most 13-inch laptops achieve their portability by fitting a low-voltage processor and dropping the optical drive; Toshiba kept both a full standard-voltage Core i5 and a DVD-RW in a chassis around 1.5 kg. For anyone who needs disc access on the move — archived records, older software, legal or medical files still supplied on CD — that combination is now very hard to find at any price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe i5-4210M is a 37W standard-voltage part rather than the 15W U-series chip usual in this class, which means it sustains its clock speed under load instead of throttling back. Paired with the 240GB SSD, everyday work is quick: the machine boots in seconds and applications launch without hesitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe one specification to think about is memory. At 4GB the machine is workable for browsing, email, documents and disc access, but 4GB is tight for a modern browser with many tabs open alongside other applications. The R30-A uses standard SODIMM memory and access is straightforward, so going to 8GB is an inexpensive upgrade that materially changes how the machine feels. Worth factoring into the decision. Note also that this generation of hardware predates Microsoft's Windows 11 requirements, so plan on Windows 10 or a Linux distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;border-bottom:2px solid #0060a9;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:40%;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIntel Core i5-4210M, 4th Gen, 2 cores \/ 4 threads, 2.60 GHz base \/ 3.20 GHz turbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4GB (SODIMM, upgradeable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e240GB SSD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e13.3-inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eOptical Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDVD-RW (built in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eGraphics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIntel HD Graphics 4600 (integrated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNo OS installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 1.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12 months — Reboot IT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;border-bottom:2px solid #0060a9;padding-bottom:6px;margin-top:24px;\"\u003eIs It Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:white;padding:10px;text-align:left;width:50%;\"\u003eBest For ✓\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#555;color:white;padding:10px;text-align:left;width:50%;\"\u003eNot For ✗\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f8f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAnyone who needs a DVD drive in a portable machine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGaming or 3D work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEmail, web, documents and disc-based records\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBuyers who need Windows pre-installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f8f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUsers comfortable adding memory to reach 8GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHeavy multitasking as supplied at 4GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDaily carry where weight matters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAnyone needing Windows 11 support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f8f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA capable, low-cost second machine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVideo editing or large datasets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;border-bottom:2px solid #0060a9;padding-bottom:6px;margin-top:24px;\"\u003eCondition Grades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:white;padding:10px;text-align:left;width:30%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:white;padding:10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eA — Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMinimal cosmetic marks. Battery 70%+ health. Fully tested and functional.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eB — Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLight wear and minor scratches consistent with normal use. Battery 50–70% health. 30-day battery warranty.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;border-bottom:2px solid #0060a9;padding-bottom:6px;margin-top:24px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eDoes it come with Windows?\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eNo. This unit ships with no operating system installed. Windows 10 or a Linux distribution can be installed. This generation of hardware does not meet Microsoft's requirements for Windows 11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eIs 4GB of RAM enough?\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eIt is workable for browsing, email, documents and disc access. If you keep many browser tabs open alongside other applications, 4GB will feel tight. The R30-A uses standard SODIMM memory and is straightforward to upgrade, so moving to 8GB is an inexpensive improvement we would suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eDoes the DVD drive read and write?\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eYes — it is a DVD-RW, so it both reads and writes discs. Having one built into a 13.3-inch laptop is unusual and is a large part of what makes this model worth seeking out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eCan the storage be upgraded?\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eYes. The R30-A uses a standard 2.5-inch drive bay, so the 240GB SSD can be replaced with a larger one if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eWhat condition is the battery in?\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eBattery health is graded before dispatch: 70% or better of original capacity for Grade A, between 50% and 70% for Grade B. Batteries are consumable items and carry a 30-day warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eWhat shipping options are available?\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eShipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eWho is Reboot IT?\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eWe are a Melbourne-based refurbisher operating since 2001. Every unit is professionally tested, cleaned and graded before dispatch, and backed by our own warranty rather than a third party's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0f6ff;border:1px solid #0060a9;border-radius:6px;padding:16px;margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e12-Month Warranty — Reboot IT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery unit sold by Reboot IT is professionally tested and graded before dispatch. We have been refurbishing IT equipment in Melbourne since 2001, and this laptop carries our standard 12-month hardware warranty. Batteries, as consumable items, carry a 30-day warranty. If something is not right, contact us directly — you deal with the people who tested the machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Toshiba","offers":[{"title":"Excellent","offer_id":52060415131969,"sku":"R-6457-EXC","price":239.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Good","offer_id":52060415164737,"sku":"R-6457-GOO","price":209.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7794\/2337\/files\/toshiba-portege-r30-a-i5-4210m-2-6ghz-8gb-500gb-w10p-13-3-laptop-or-3mth-wty-reboot-it-1.gif?v=1716593453","url":"https:\/\/reboot-it.com.au\/products\/toshiba-portege-r30-a-13-3-laptop-i5-4210m-4gb-240gb-ssd-dvd-rw-no-os-wty","provider":"Reboot IT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}