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This maintenance manual describes how to perform hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite A 350 , referred to as the A355 Series in this manual. The procedures described in this manual are intended to help service technicians isolate faulty Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) and replace them in the field.
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Keys Keys are used in the text to describe many operations. The key top symbol as it appears on the keyboard is printed in boldface type. Key operation [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Text that you are instructed to type in is shown in the boldface type below: DISKCOPY A: B: The display Text generated by the computer that appears on its display is presented in the typeface below: Format complete System transferred [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
2.13 IEEE 1394 Troubleshooting....................35 2.14 Wireless LAN Troubleshooting ..................38 2.15 Camera troubleshooting ....................40 2.16 Bluetooth Troubleshooting....................42 2.17 Bridge media assemble card Troubleshooting ..............44 [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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LCD Pixels Mode Test ..................... 17 3.12 Magnetic switch Test ......................18 3.13 LAN Test .......................... 20 3.14 RTC Test........................... 23 3.15 Read 1394 GUID ......................24 3.16 Speaker EQ Check ......................25 [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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WLAN Card ..............Error! Bookmark not defined. Modem Card / FM Tuner ..........Error! Bookmark not defined. ODD .................. Error! Bookmark not defined. Removing the ODD Bay Module ........Error! Bookmark not defined. [CONFIDENTIAL] viii Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Installing the Robson module..........Error! Bookmark not defined. 4.17 VGA Board and VGA Thermal Module (Optional) ..Error! Bookmark not defined. Removing the VGA Board and VGA Thermal Module ..Error! Bookmark not defined. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Installing the FM Jack ............Error! Bookmark not defined. 4.27 Bluetooth Card ..............Error! Bookmark not defined. Removing the Bluetooth card ..........Error! Bookmark not defined. Installing the Bluetooth card..........Error! Bookmark not defined. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Figure 4.25 Installing the DC-in jack........Error! Bookmark not defined. Figure 4.26 Removing the UWB module........Error! Bookmark not defined. Figure 4.27 Removing the Robson module.......Error! Bookmark not defined. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Removing the USB Board........Error! Bookmark not defined. Figure 4.46 Removing the FM Jack.......... Error! Bookmark not defined. Figure 4.47 Removing the Bluetooth card........ Error! Bookmark not defined. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Appendix C Pin Assignments....................C-1 Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes ................ D-1 Appendix E Key Layout......................E-1 Appendix F Series Screw Torque List ..................F-1 Appendix G Reliability......................G-1 [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual xiii Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) ..............1-13 Power Supply ....................... 1-14 Batteries........................ 1-16 1.5.1 Main Battery ..................1-16 1.5.2 Battery Charging Control ..............1-16 1.5.3 RTC Battery..................1-17 Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 1-ii Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Figure 1-3 DVD Super Multi Drive ................1-13 Tables Table 1-1 HDD Specifications ..................1-11 Table 1-2 DVD Super Multi Drive Specifications............1-13 Table 1-3 Quick/Normal Charging Time ..............1-16 Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 1-iii Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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1 Hardware Overview Features The Toshiba Satellite A350/A350D is a full size notebook PC based on the Dual Core Processor, providing high-speed processing capabilities and advanced features. The computer employs a Lithium Ion battery that allows it to be battery-operated for a longer period of time. The display uses 16.0-inch WXGA LCD panel.
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HD 3650 (depending on model). Keyboard The computer is equipped with a Toshiba standard 300mm keyboard, which has 86/87 keys support without stick-point. It is a Vista compliance keyboard, where you may find Windows key and application keys. Pointing Device The integrated Wide Touch Pad and two control buttons in the palm rest allow control of the on-screen pointer and support functions such as the scrolling of windows.
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This camera is not a rotation type. HDMI Out Port (BTO) HDMI 1.3 out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable. One HDMI cable can send and receive video, audio and control signals. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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The integrated model is only installed as a standard device in some markets. This internal modem comes with MDC 1.5 solution (Azalia interface) and is exclusive with FM Turner. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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When implemented, Bluetooth provides a fast, reliable and secure means to achieve wireless communication in a small space. This module is Version 2.1 + EDR (Antenna on Module type). Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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The computer has two Harman speakers. Figure 1-1A shows the computer and its system unit configuration. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Error! Style not defined. Error! Style not defined. 1 Hardware Overview Figure 1-1A ID Parts Description Placement Part A Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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1 Hardware Overview Error! Style not defined. Error! Style not defined. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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External LED control Battery scope report and control Sticky key support Power switch control Two host interface channels support Supports three independent devices Internal Keyboard country selection Wireless LAN on/off button Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Intel 802.11a/g/n (Echo Peak 3x3 Shirley Peak 3x3) Atheros 802.11a/g (XB62L 1x2), b/g (XB63L 1x2), a/b/g/n (XB722x3), a/b/g/n (XB92 2x2) Realtek 802.11bg (8187B 1X2) (TBD) Intel WiMAX 802.16e (Echo Peak 3x3) Normal screw for all model Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 1-10 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Battery indicator (in White or AMBER). DC-IN indicator (in White color) 5. External interface Performs communication through the I2C bus (via the internal EC/KBC). Transfers the power supply operation mode. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 1-14 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Monitors the voltage output to the system block (load/logic circuit side). Monitors the voltage, over voltage, input/output current of the battery pack. Monitors the internal temperature of the battery pack. Monitors the supply voltage from the AC adapter. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 1-15 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Table 1-3 Quick/Normal Charging Time State Charge Time Off-State Charge 3/6/9 Cell About 4 hours max On-State Charge 3/6/9 Cell About 12 hours max Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 1-16 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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2. The charging time exceeds the fixed limit. 1.5.3 RTC Battery The RTC battery provides power to keep the current date, time and other system information in memory while the computer is turned off. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 1-17 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
12. Headphones 13. USB test module and USB cable 14. Music CD 15. MIC module and MIC line 16. SPDIF line 17. Finger print module Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Ask the user if a password is registered, if it is, ask him or her to enter the password. Verify with the customer that Toshiba Windows Vista is installed on the hard disk. Operating systems that were not preinstalled by Toshiba can cause the computer to malfunction.
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H A R D D IS K ite m . Y es Figure 2-1 Troubleshooting flowchart (1/2) Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Is an error detected by any of the an error, perform the diagnostics tests? appropriate procedure as outlined below. System is normal Figure 2-1 Troubleshooting flowchart (2/2) Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Section 2.9 and the Optical Drive Troubleshooting Procedures in Section 2.10 6. If an error is detected by the fingerprint test, perform the fingerprinter troubleshooting Procedures in Section 2.23 Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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8. If an error is detected when using the HDMI TV, perform the HDMI TV troubleshooting procedures in Section 2.20. 9. If an error is detected when using the MIC, perform the MIC troubleshooting procedures in Section 2.22 Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Figure 2-2 Power Supply Troubleshooting Process The power supply controls many functions and components. To determine if the power supply is functioning properly, start with Procedure 1 and continue with the other Procedures Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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2 seconds) without the AC power connected. Red color off Battery not in low or critical low state; It’s in discharging state Table 2-1 Battery LED Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Connect a new AC adaptor. If the problem is not resolved, go to Check 2. Check 2 Insert a new battery. If the problem is still not resolved, go to Procedure 3. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Make sure the battery pack is installed in the computer correctly. If the battery is properly installed and the battery LED still does not light, go to Procedure 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
This section describes how to determine if the computer’s display is functioning properly. The process is outlined in Figure 2-3. Start with Procedure 1 and continue with the other procedures as instructed. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Refer to Chapter 3, Tests and Diagnostics for details. If an error is detected, go to Procedure 3. If an error is not detected, the display is functioning properly. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Replace the CPU with another of the same specifications. If the problem still exists, perform Check 6. Check 6 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
(P ro c e d u re 3 ) R e p la c e s y s te m b o a rd E N D Figure 2-4 Keyboard troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
R e p la c e s y s te m b o a rd (P ro c e d u re 2 ) E N D Figure 2-5 External USB device troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Replace system board If the error persists, the system board or USB small board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures Touch Pad Troubleshooting START TouchPad connection check (Procedure 1) TouchPad replacement check (Procedure 2) Replace system board Figure 2-7 Touch Pad troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Chapter 4. If the FPC is still not functioning properly, replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
M o d u le Y es R e p la c e s y s te m b o a rd E N D Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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The UWB Module connect may be faulty. Perform Check 1: Check 1 Check the UWB Module is firmly plugged into system board, if connection was correctly, go to check 2. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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UWB Module works, the original Module may be damaged. If the replacement Module does not work the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Figure 2-1 Perform earphone test (Procedure 2) Do earphones function correctly? Perform connection check (Procedure 3) Perform replacement check (Procedure 4) Replace system board Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If the stereo speakers don't sound properly, the stereo speakers may be defective or damaged. Replace them with new ones. If the stereo speakers still do not work properly, try replacing in turn the audio board and system board. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Perform software check (Procedure 3) Perform diagnostic test (Procedure 4) Perform connection and replacement check (Procedure 5) Replace system board Figure 2-9 Optical drive troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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2 Troubleshooting Procedures This section describes how to determine if the computer’s internal optical drive is functioning properly. The Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Maintenance Manual module bays can accommodate the following optical drives: DVD SuperMulti supporting +-R Double Rayer Figure 2-9 outlines the process.
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Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with new one following the instructions in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Perform connection check (Procedure 2) Perform replacement check (Procedure 3) Replace system board Figure 2-10 Modem troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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The modem card or RJ-11 jack may be faulty. Try replacing them. If the problem persists, the system board may be defective or damaged. Replace the System Board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
(P ro c e d u re 2 ) R e p la ce sy ste m b o a rd E N D Figure 2-11 Express card troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Procedures and replace the socket. If the problem persists, the system board may be defective or damaged. Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Was an IEEE 1394 problem detected? faulty. Continue troubleshooting - refer to Figure 2.1 Perform connection and replacement check (Procedure 3) Replace system board Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If the malfunction persists, go to Check 3. Check 3 The transmission cable may be damaged. Replace with a good cable. If the malfunction persists, go to Check 4 Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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2 Troubleshooting Procedures Check 4 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
The wireless LAN antenna wire, wireless LAN unit or system board may each be the source of a wireless LAN fault. Any of these components may be damaged. To determine if the computer’s wireless LAN system is functioning properly, perform the following procedures. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 4. Check 4 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.15 Camera Troubleshooting Figure 2-14 Camera troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.16 Bluetooth Troubleshooting Figure 2-15 Bluetooth troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 4. Check 4 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Perform Bridge Media assemble socket replacement check (Procedure 2) Replace system board Figure 2-16 Bridge media assemble card troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Replacement Procedures . If the problem persists, the system board may be defective or damaged. Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.18 HDD Troubleshooting Figure 2-17 HDD troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
R e p l a c e s y s t e m b o a r d P o r t c o n n e c t i o n E N D Figure 2-18 CRT Troubleshooting Process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If the replacement set does not work, the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
H D M I s e t R e p la c e s y s te m b o a rd E N D Figure 2-19 HDMI troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If the replacement set does not work, the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
The system board may be the reason of a SPDIF fault. The connector of system board may be damaged. To determine if the computer’s SPDIF is functioning properly, perform the Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures, and perform the following checks. Check 1 the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.22 MIC Troubleshooting Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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2 Troubleshooting Procedures Figure 2-22 Finger printer troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
C o n n e c tio n c h e c k (P r o c e d u r e 3 ) Figure 2-23 FM tuner troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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To determine if the computer’s FM tuner port is functioning properly, perform the following procedures. Figure 2-23 outlines the process. Start with Procedure 1 and continue as instructed. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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FM Tuner board works, the original FM Tuner Board may be damaged. If the replacement FM Tuner board does not work, the System board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Was an E-SATA problem detected? faulty. Continue troubleshooting - refer to Figure 2.1 Perform connection and replacement check (Procedure 3) Replace system board Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If the malfunction persists, go to Check 3. Check 3 The transmission cable may be damaged. Replace with a good cable. If the malfunction persists, go to Check 4 Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Chapter 4. 2.26 Felica Troubleshooting START Felica connection check (Procedure 1) Felica replacement check (Procedure 2) Replace system board Figure 2-25 Felica troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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The Felica unit or FPC may be defective or damaged. Replace each with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. If the Felica is still not functioning properly, replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Figure 2-26 outlines the process. Start with Procedure 1 and continue as instructed. Procedure 1: Sensor button connection check Procedure 2: Logic Upper replacement check Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Upper following the steps in Chapter 4. If the Sensor button is still not functioning properly, replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Procedure 1: System board replacement check Procedure 1 System board replacement check Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Figure 2-28 outlines the process. Start with Procedure 1 and continue as instructed. Procedure 1: CPU replacement check Procedure 2: Thermal Module replacement check Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If there is still an error after replacement Thermal Module, go to Procedure 2. Procedure 3 System board replacement check Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
R e p l a c e s y s t e m b o a r d P o r t c o n n e c t i o n E N D Figure 2-29 TV- out troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If the replacement set does not work, the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
R e p l a c e s y s t e m b o a r d E N D Figure 2-30 LAN troubleshooting process Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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If the replacement set does not work, the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A350, SATEGO A350, EQUIUM A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics Contents 3.1 The Diagnostic Test ........................4 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test....................5 Display Configuration ......................9 3.4 Beep sound Test ........................10 3.5 Fan ON/OFF Test........................11 ............................12 3.6 Main Battery Charge Test ....................... 12 3.
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3. Tests and Diagnostics ............................28 3.19 1 HDD Test ......................... 29 3.20 2 HDD Test ........................32 3.21 Read DMI..........................35 3.22 Write DMI..........................36 3.23 Front Edge Logo ........................39 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.1 The Diagnostic Test This chapter explains how to use the Test & Diagnostic program to test the functions of the (Base on Los Angeles 10/10G T&D version 1.0) hardware modules. The Test & Diagnostic Program is stored on the T&D diskettes. The program consists of a series of tests that run automatically when the Diagnostics Program items are selected and executed.
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test DOS is required to run the DIAGNOSTICS PROGRAM. To start the DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAM, follow these steps: Insert the diagnostics diskette #1 in the floppy disk drive and turn on the computer. (The diagnostics diskette contains the DOS boot files.) And then follow the instructions to swap with the diagnostics diskette #2 for T&D program installed in RAM driver.
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3. Tests and Diagnostics The below display will show up at the beginning of T&D program If the test result passes, the following display will show up: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics If an error is detected and a test fails, the following message displays: Then press any key for next actions – the below display presented if copying test log file onto diskette is necessary. This action will be executed when “Y” key pressed. It will skip this process if “N”...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics And then it will check if it’s necessary to leave this program. Program will quit when “Y” key pressed and it will go back main menu for next test if “N” key pressed. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3.3 Display configuration 3 Tests and Diagnostics Display Configuration This Item will show the unit configuration. It includes: CPU (CPU type; Cache ; CPU speed ;CPU FSB) DDRAM SIZE Panel ID HDD1 type & capacity (Vendor ID. Model .Firmware) HDD2 type & capacity (Vendor ID. Model .Firmware) VRAM size / VGA CHIP TYPE Battery cell (6cell;9cell;12cell) Wireless type...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.4 Beep sound Test The beep sound test allows the user to aurally confirm the speaker functions. And check both speakers if they are OK within 3 times “Beep” sound generated. NOTE: Remember to tune up the volume as “Maximum” before this test starts. The screen should display as below, indicating whether the test is passed or failed after the question.
3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.5 Fan ON/OFF Test The fan test allows the user to test aurally whether the fan is working. And follow the below procedures for this test: The computer will let the fan be “ON” after any key pressed. Feel the wind or listen the rotating sound to check whether the fan is working or not.
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.6 Main Battery Charge Test NOTE: The AC adaptor (75W, 19V/ 90W, 19V/ 120W,19V) should be connected to successfully run this test. This test shows and measures the main battery: Battery type (Lion) Manufacturer (Sanyo/Panasonic/Sony) Remain charge capacity (0 ~ 100%) Charge function (PASS/FAIL) - “Battery Is Full”...
3. Tests and Diagnostics The screen should display as below, if the charge function is OK, will show:. If the charge function is NG, the screen will display as: 3. 7 FDD Test NOTE: Before running the FDD test, prepare a formatted work diskette (1.44 MB). Remove the diagnostics diskette and insert the work diskette into the FDD.
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3 Tests and Diagnostics The subtests run automatically. NOTE: Press “Esc” key can skip the current subtest. The screen should display as below, indicating whether the subtests pass or fail when finished. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.8 Memory test This test will check if the computer’s DDR RAM Vendor, frequency and size is correct in every slot. 3. 9 Keyboard Test The keyboard test checks the all keys function. NOTE: The Num Lock and the Overlay mode must be off to execute the keyboard test. Before keyboard test starts, the keyboard matrix code should be chosen as below display: 1.
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3 Tests and Diagnostics pressed, the corresponding key on the screen changes to black as shown below. It will indicate whether the sub test is passed or failed after the question. US Keyboard Japan keyboard Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics NOTE: The “Fn” key cannot be tested in the keyboard test. To determine whether the “Fn” key is working correctly, press “Fn+F6 ” or “Fn+F7 ” keys to check if LCD display brightness change gradually. 3.10 Mouse (Pad) Test The Mouse test allows the user to select and assign values to the following, using the Touch Pad or “Tab”...
3. Tests and Diagnostics the “OK” column will end this test. It will indicate whether the subtests pass or fail after three questions. NOTE: The above figure has three compartments although the Touch Pad installed may only have two buttons. In this case, the central compartment in the figure does not correspond to any button.
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.12 Magnetic Switch Test The lid switch test checks the lid function of the unit. When LCD cover closed, the lid should enable to turn off the display. Follow below steps to run this test: 1. Close the LCD cover. 2.
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3. Tests and Diagnostics 2>. If the Lid switch test pass, it will show below display: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.13 LAN Test The LAN test checks the LAN full-duplex environment. NOTE: LAN loopback needs to plug in before test begins. And LAN information will show on the test screen: IO Base – Port: 4000H IRQ – BH, it’s “IRQ 5”. Node –...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics Bus ID – it’s “E”. The LAN test includes three subtests of the: 1. Speed1000 2. Speed100 3. Speed10 The subtests run automatically. The screen should display as below, indicating whether the subtests pass or fail when finished. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics If an error is detected and a test fails, the following message displays: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.14 RTC Test Checks the computer’s RTC (Real Time Clock) and calendar functions by comparing the DOS and CMOS values. The test runs automatically. The screen should display as below, indicating whether the test is passed or failed when finished. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.15 Read 1394 GUID This test will check if the computer’s EEPROM 1394GUID code is correct. NOTE: Must open the RAM Door to see RAM connector GUID bar code before test item begins. The figure below will be displayed: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.16 Speaker EQ(Equalizer Quality factor) Type Check&Re-Write This test will check if the computer’s EEPROM EQ type is correct. The EQ Type test includes two subtests of the: 1. Read EQ Type from EEPROM 2. Re-Write EQ Type to EEPROM NOTE: To execute this test, you must select speaker type (Harman or No brand).
3. Tests and Diagnostics Press each of the buttons on the front panel in turn. A yellow bar will appear on the relevant section of the figure if the button passes the test. Press ESC to quit the test. 3.18 HDCP Key Check This test will check HDCP key has been written into your computer successful or not.
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3. Tests and Diagnostics If the picture shows as below, it means he HDCPKEY function is NG Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.19 1 HDD Test The HDD test allows the user to verify the 1 HDD ok or not. First, please select HDD test method, Screen would display as below: After you select the method, then input password: “hard disk”, if input password is Right, the screen would display as below: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics If input password is wrong, the screen would display as below: The screen will display as below picture to show the subtest is passed or failed when finished: If it is show the picture as below, it means HDD function is OK Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics If the picture shows as below, it means he HDD function is NG Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.20 2 HDD Test The HDD test allows the user to verify the 2 HDD ok or not. Please select HDD test method, Choice HDD test method, Screen would display as below: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics After you select the method, then input password: “hard disk”, if input password is Right, the screen would display as below: If input password is wrong, the screen would display as below: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics The screen will display as below picture to show the subtest is passed or failed when finished: If it is show the picture as below, it means HDD function is OK If the picture shows as below, it means he HDD function is NG Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.21 Read DMI Compal write Toshiba Part No (version), Toshiba Serial No (Serial No), Product Name, OEM string and UUID, If you want to double check the DMI data, please select Read DMI item, the figure below will be displayed: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.22 Write DMI When you want to write DMI data, please select which data you want to write, the figure below will be displayed: 1. Write OME string 2. Write Version 3. Write Serial 4. Write Product Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics After write OK, you should reboot the system that can make the setting effective, or you can write next data before reboot system, the figure below will displayed: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics NOTE: should input correct DMI data, and should reboot the system that can make the setting effective. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.23 Front Edge Logo Because this Model have Front Edge Logo, must set the Front Edge Logo if the unit has this logo, if you select this item, the figure below will be displayed: Please check the units whether have the Front Edge Logo: If have the logo, please key 1 to set the Front Edge Logo.
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3. Tests and Diagnostics Notice: Check logo LED on/off function. 1. If we select “2” to disable the Front Edge logo function by program, there haven’t the item of Front Edge Logo in BIOS Menu, the picture likes below. 2. If we select “1” to enable the Front Edge logo function by program, There have the item of Front Edge Logo in BIOS Menu.
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Installing the ODD Bay Module ..............4-21 Disassembling the ODD Drive..............4-22 Assembling the ODD Drive ................. 4-22 Keyboard Cover and Keyboard................4-23 Removing the Keyboard Cover and Keyboard ..........4-23 Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-ii Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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CPU and Thermal Module ................... 4-43 Removing CPU and Thermal Module............4-43 Installing CPU and Thermal Module ............4-46 4.19 Display Assembly ....................4-48 Removing the Display Assembly..............4-48 Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-iii Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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FM Jack ........................ 4-61 Removing the FM Jack ................4-61 Installing the FM Jack .................. 4-61 4.27 Bluetooth Card ..................... 4-62 Removing the Bluetooth card............... 4-62 Installing the Bluetooth card ................ 4-63 Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-iv Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Removing the VGA Board................. 4-41 Figure 4.29 Removing the spring screws ................4-41 Figure 4.30 Reapply the Shinetsu 7726 grease on the thermal module and remove the release papers ......................... 4-42 Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Removing the CRT bracket from the CRT board..........4-58 Figure 4.45 Removing the USB Board ................. 4-60 Figure 4.46 Removing the FM Jack ..................4-61 Figure 4.47 Removing the Bluetooth card ................4-62 Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-vi Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
DANGER: Always use the genuine batteries or replacement batteries authorized by Toshiba. Batteries other than those differ in specifications and are incompatible with the laptop. They may burst or explode. To avoid leakage of alkaline solutions, never heat or disassemble the battery packs.
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Inside the PC are components that become hot during operation (such as the CPU and cooling module). To avoid burns, let the hot components cool down before starting inspection or repair task. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
To avoid personal injury, use care to handle components that have sharp edges or corners. After you have replaced a FRU, check that the FRU works correctly to ensure normal laptop operation. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Check that all the required screws are used to secure the FRUs. Using wrong screws can damage the threads or heads of the screws or does not ensure that the FRUs are secure. After installing a FRU, make sure that the FRU and laptop work normally. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
U (stands for unique-pan head screws, studs, etc.) Symbol examples 6 mm bind screw 12 mm bind screw 5 mm stud (The numeral represents the rounded length of the threaded portion regardless of the entire stud length.) Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Slide the battery release latch and remove the battery pack from the laptop. Figure 4 1 Removing the Battery Pack NOTE: Dispose of the used battery packs as required by local ordinances or regulations. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
4. Gently insert a new or recharged battery pack into place. Check that the battery release latch slides in and stops with a click. 5. Slide in the battery lock. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
1. To remove the main HDD, remove two M2.5x6 HDD door screws that secure the HDD and then remove the HDD door. M2.5X6*2 Figure 4 2 Removing the main HDD door Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-10 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
5. To remove the 2 HDD, remove two M2.5x4 HDD door screws that secure the HDD and then remove the HDD door. 6. Remove the HDD pack by pulling on the tab attached to the pack. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-11 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
8. To separate the plate from the HDD, remove four M3x3 screws and separate the two HDD brackets from left and right side. M3X3*4 Figure 4 5 Removing the 2 HDD brackets and plate Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-12 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
7. Install the HDD pack into the correct position in the laptop. Connect the HDD pack to the laptop. 8. Secure the 2 HDD door by tightening two M2.5x4 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-13 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Remove the RAM door. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory or in the laptop. Contaminated connectors can cause memory access problems. M2.5X5.4*1 Figure 4 6 Removing the RAM door Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-14 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
4. Spread out the two memory lock latches so that the memory pops up. Figure 4 7 Removing the RAM from connector 5. Pull the memory up and out at an angle, using care to avoid touching the connectors. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-15 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
After the laptop is turned on, check the hardware configuration in the Hardware Setup or TESTUP program to make sure that the installed memory has been recognized by the system. If it has not been recognized yet, check the connections. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-16 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the WLAN card according to the following procedures. 1. Insert the WLAN card into the connector. 2. Press the card down and secure it with two M2.5x3 screws. 3. Attach the two antennas to the WLAN card. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-17 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Remove the FM Tuner and FM jack according to the following procedures and Figure 4.10. 1. Remove two M2.5x3 screws from the FM tuner. 2. Detach the two cables from the front and back of the FM tuner. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-18 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
2. Seat the FM Tuner in the correct position on the motherboard and attach the cable on the front of the FM Tuner to the motherboard. 3. Secure the FM Tuner to the motherboard with two M2.5x3 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-19 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
1. Turn the laptop upside down. 2. Remove one M2.5x3 screw. 3. Push the ODD bracket in the direction of the arrow. CAUTION: Handle the ODD bay module carefully it can become hot during operation. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-20 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
1. Place the ODD bay module in the correct position and slide it in. 2. Push it in until it meets the end. 3. Secure the ODD bay module with one M2.5x3 screw. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-21 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
12 Removing the bracket from the ODD drive Assembling the ODD Drive Assemble the ODD drive according to the following procedures. 1. Seat the bracket in the correct position. 2. Secure them with two M2×2.5 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-22 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
4.13, 4.14, 4.15. 1. Use a flat head screwdriver to lift the keyboard cover from the laptop. 2. Remove the keyboard cover. Figure 4 13 Removing the keyboard cover Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-23 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
14 Removing screws from the keyboard 4. Lift the keyboard up and detach the cable on the back of the keyboard from the motherboard. Figure 4 15 Removing the keyboard Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-24 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
5. Press down the cover in the position around the key F9 and slide to the left side to make one hook on the back of the cover stuck in the laptop. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-25 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
1. Turn the laptop upside down and remove the following 19 screws: − Sixteen M2.5x10 screws − Three M2.5x3 screws M2.5X3 M2.5X10 M2.5X10 M2.5X10*1 M2.5X10*1 M2.5X10*1 Figure 4 16 Removing the screws from the bottom of the laptop Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-26 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Error! Style not defined. Error! Style not defined. 4 Replacement Procedures 2. Turn to the front and remove five 2.5x10 screws. * M2.5X10 Figure 4 17 Removing five screws from the laptop. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-27 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
2. Attach the seven cables and secure the five screws as indicated in Figure 4.17. 3. Turn the laptop upside down and secure it with 19 screws as indicated in Figure 4.16: − Sixteen M2.5x10 screws − Three M2.5x3 screws Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-28 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the power switch according to the following procedures. 3. Seat the power board in the correct place on the logic upper assembly. 4. Secure the power board with one M2.5x4 screw. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-29 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
M2X6*4 Figure 4 20 Removing the speakers Installing the Speakers Install the speakers according to the following procedures. 1. Seat the left and right speaker in the correct position. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-30 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Error! Style not defined. Error! Style not defined. 4 Replacement Procedures 2. Press speakers and secure the speakers with four M2X6 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-31 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Remove the touch pad bracket, LED board and finger printer board according to the following procedures and Figure 4.21, 4.22. 1. Remove three M2x4 screws from the pouch pad bracket. * M2X4 Figure 4 21 Removing the screws from the touch pad bracket Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-32 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
3. Remove the LED board from the logic upper assembly. 4. Pull the finger printer board up to remove it from the logic upper assembly. Figure 4 22 Removing the touch pad brackets, LED board and finger printer board Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-33 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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1. Seat the LED board and finger printer board in the correct position. 2. Seat the touch pad bracket over the LED board and finger printer board, then secure the bracket with three M2x4 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-34 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the thermal fan according to the following procedures. 1. Seat the thermal fan in the correct position on the logic lower assembly. 2. Secure the thermal fan with two M2.5x5 screws. 3. Attach the cable to the motherboard. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-35 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
24 Removing motherboard from logic lower assembly Installing the Motherboard Install the motherboard according to the following procedures. 1. Seat the motherboard in the correct position on the logic lower assembly. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-36 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
2. Put the DC-in jack into the socket and put the DC cables according to the figure 4.25. Figure 4 25 Installing the DC-in jack 3. Secure one M2.5x4 screw. 4. Attach seven cables to the motherboard as indicated by arrows in Figure 4.24. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-37 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Install the UWB module according to the following procedures. 1. Insert the UWB module into the connector on the motherboard. 2. Press the UWB module down and secure it with two M2.5x3 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-38 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the Robson module according to the following procedures. 1. Insert the Robson module into the connector on the motherboard. 2. Press the Robson module down and secure it with two M2.5x4 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-39 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
VGA thermal module. If you use one new VGA thermal module, please make sure to remove the release paper first. 1. Remove three M2.5x4 screws securing the VGA board. 2. Remove the VGA board from the motherboard. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-40 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Figure 4 28 Removing the VGA Board 3. Remove four spring screws on the VGA board to remove the VGA thermal module. Figure 4 29 Removing the spring screws Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-41 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
2. Seat the VGA thermal module on the VGA board and secure it with four spring screws according to the number sequence sealed on the thermal module. 3. Seat the VGA board in the correct position on the motherboard and secure it with three M2.5x4 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-42 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
CPU thermal module. If you use one new CPU thermal module, please make sure remove the release paper first. 1. Remove four spring screws securing the thermal module to the motherboard. 2. Remove the thermal module from the motherboard. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-43 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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The CPU can become very hot during operation. Be sure to let it cool down before starting repair work. 3. Unlock the CPU by rotating the cam on the CPU socket counterclockwise to the unlock position with a flat-blade screwdriver. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-44 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Error! Style not defined. Error! Style not defined. 4 Replacement Procedures Figure 4 32 Removing the CPU 4. Remove the CPU. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-45 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Figure 4 33 Reapply the Shinetsu 7726 grease on the thermal module and remove the release papers 5. Install the thermal module into the correct position in the laptop. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-46 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Error! Style not defined. Error! Style not defined. 4 Replacement Procedures 6. Secure it with four spring screws according to the number sequence sealed on the thermal module. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-47 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Remove the display assembly according to the following procedures and Figure 4.34, 4.35. 1. Turn the laptop so the rear is facing you and remove two M2.5x4 screws. Figure 4 34 Removing the screws from the rear of the laptop Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-48 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
1. Place the display assembly in the correct position. 2. Secure the display assembly with four M2.5x4 screws. 3. Close the display panel and turn the laptop so the rear is facing you and secure two M2.5x4 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-49 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
1. Seat the LCD bezel assembly in the correct position. 2. Secure it to the display assembly with two M2.5x4 and two M2.5x6 screws. 3. Put four rubber seals over the screw holes. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-50 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
37 Removing the Inverter Board 2. Remove two M2.5x4 and eight M2.5x5 screws securing the LCD module to the LCD cover assembly. 3. Lift the LCD module out of the LCD cover assembly. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-51 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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4 Replacement Procedures Error! Style not defined. Error! Style not defined. Figure 4 38 Removing the LCD Module from the LCD cover assembly Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-52 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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5. Turn the LCD module over and place it face down on a protective surface, such as a foam pad. 6. Remove the tape and VLDS cable connector. Then detach the VLDS cable. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-53 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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Dispose of used LCD panels (fluorescent (FL) tubes) as required by local ordinances or regulations. The LVDS cable must be carefully peeled away before disconnecting it from the LCD panel. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-54 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
LCD cover assembly with two M2.5x4 and eight M2.5x5 screws. 6. Seat the inverter board in correct position and connect two cables to the two ends of the inverter board. Then secure it with one M2x4 screw. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-55 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the CMOS Board and MIC according to the following procedures. 1. Connect the CMOS module cable to CMOS module connector. 2. Seat the CMOS module and MIC in the correct position on the LCD cover assembly. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-56 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the hinge saddle according to the following procedures. 1. Seat the hinge saddles in the correct position on the logic lower assembly. 2. Secure the hinge saddles with two M2.5x6 screws. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-57 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
43 Removing CRT Board from the logic lower assembly 2. Remove two M2.5x6 screws and remove the CRT bracket from the CRT board. Figure 4 44 Removing the CRT bracket from the CRT board Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-58 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the CRT board according to the following procedures. 1. Secure the CRT bracket to the CRT board with two M2.5x6 screws. 2. Seat the CRT board in the correct position on the logic lower assembly. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-59 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the USB board according to the following procedures. 1. Seat the USB board in the correct position on the logic lower assembly. 2. Secure the USB board to the logic lower assembly with one M2.5x4 screw. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-60 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the FM Jack according to the following procedures. 1. Seat the FM jack in the correct position on the logic lower assembly. 2. Align the cable to the groove on the logic lower assembly. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-61 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Figure 4 47 Removing the Bluetooth card Note: Be careful not to damage the Bluetooth Card when connecting it with the cable. Make sure the card is seated in the correct position. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-62 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
Install the Bluetooth card according to the following procedures. 1. Seat the card in the correct position on the logic lower assembly. 2. Slide .the card to the end of the track. Satellite A350 Maintenance Manual 4-63 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
LCD cover before securing the module with screws. Do not force the module into place, because stress can affect its performance. Note: The panel’s polarized surface is easily scratched and damaged, so handle it carefully. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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4. If water or other liquid is left on the panel’s surface for a long period, it can change the screen’s tint or stain it. Be sure to quickly wipe off any liquid. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
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6. CMOS-LSI circuits are used in the module, so guard against damage from electrostatic discharge. Be sure to wear a wrist or ankle grounding device when handling the module. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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8. Do not store the module at temperatures below its specifications. Cold can cause the liquid crystals to freeze, lose their elasticity or otherwise suffer damage. 9. Do not disassemble the LCD module. Disassembly can cause malfunctions. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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10. If you transport the module, do not use packing material that contains epoxy resin (amine) or silicon glue (alcohol or oxime). These materials can release gas that can damage the panel’s polarization. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350 Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Appendix B Appendix B Board Layout B.1 System Board Top View Figure B-1 System Board Layout (Top) [CONFIDENTIAL] Los Angeles 10/10G Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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B.2 System Board Bottom View Figure B-2 System Board Layout (Bottom) [CONFIDENTIAL] Los Angeles 10/10G Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Table B-1 System Board ICs (top and bottom) Number Name North bridge Intel Cantiga PM Clock Generator SLG8SP556VTR HDMI level shift South bridge Intel ICH9-M KB926QFA1(EC) BIOS ROM ALC272-GR JMB380(CARD READ) RTL8111C Table B-2 System Board Connectors (top and bottom) Number Name JCPU...
Appendix C Pin Assignments System Board JFAN Table C-1 FAN I/F pin assignments (3-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +FAN1 FAN_SPEED1 Table C-2 FM I/F pin assignments (10-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +3VS +3VS FM_I2CCLK FM_I2CDAT...
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C.33 JP34 Table C-33 EC DEGUB connector pin assignments (8P-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +5VL E51_TXD C.34 J3GSIM Table C-34 3G CARD connector pin assignments (8P-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +UIM_PWR UIM_RESET UIM_CLK UIM_VPP UIM_DATA...
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C.37 JP35 Table C-37 EXROM connector pin assignments (8P-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name SPI_CS# +3VL EC_SI_SPI_SO INT_FLASH_EN SB_INT_FLASH_SE EC_SPICLK EC_SO_SPI_SI C.38 JTOUCH Table C-38 T/P connector pin assignments (6P-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +5VS_TOUCH TP_CLK TP_DATA...
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Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Table D-1 Scan codes (set 1 and set 2) (1/4) Code set 1 Code set 2 Keytop Note Make Break Make Break ‘ ~ 7 & BkSp [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Table D-1 Scan codes (set 1 and set 2) (2/4) Code set 1 Code set 2 Keytop Note Make Break Make Break Caps Lock ‘ “ Enter Shift (L) No.102 , < . > Shift (R) [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Table D-1 Scan codes (set 1 and set 2) (3/4) Code set 1 Code set 2 Keytop Note Make Break Make Break Ctrl(L) Alt (L) Space ALT (R) Ctrl(R) ← Home ↑ ↓ PgUp PgDn → [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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5. * This key corresponds to key No. 42 in a 102-key model. 6. * Refer to Table D-6, No. 124 key scan code. 7. * Refer to Table D-7, No. 126 key scan code. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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With left Shift With right Shift Set 1 E0 AA ___________ E0 B6 E0 2A ___________ E0 36 Set 2 E0 F0 12_________ E0 F0 59 E0 12____________ E0 59 [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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AA E0 12 E0 2F E0 F0 2F E0 F0 12 Table D-4 Scan codes with Fn key Code set 1 Code set 2 Keytop Make Break Make Break L-CTRL L-ALT ARROW NUMERIC Scrl [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Break (–) Table D-6 No.124 key scan code Code set 1 Code set 2 Shift Make Break Make Break Prt Sc Common Ctrl + Shift + Alt + [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Table D-7 No.126 key scan code Key top Shift Code set 1 Code set 2 Make Make Pause Common Ctrl *: This key generates only make codes. [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Appendix E Key Layout United Status (US) Keyboard Figure US keyboard Traditional Chinese (CH) Keyboard Figure CH keyboard Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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3. Thai (TI) Keyboard Figure TI keyboard 4. Korean (KO) Keyboard Figure KO keyboard Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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5. United Kingdom (UK) Keyboard Figure UK keyboard 6. US International (UI) Keyboard Figure UI keyboard Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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29. Canadian Multinational (AC) Keyboard Figure AC keyboard 30. Canadian Bilingual (CB) Keyboard Figure CB keyboard Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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31. Japanese (JP) Keyboard Figure JP keyboard 32. Romania (RO) Keyboard Figure RO keyboard Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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32. Bulgaria (BU) Keyboard Figure BU keyboard Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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VGA SINK ASSY TO VGA BOARD 2.5~3.0 kg HDD ASSY MAAA03032G0 M3*3 HDD BRACKET TO HDD (MAIN) 2.5~3.0 kg MAAA03032G0 M3*3 HDD BRACKET TO HDD (2nd) 2.5~3.0 kg ODD ASSY [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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DOOR TO LOWER 2.5~3.0 kg MA0000061G0 M2.5* 4 HDD 2 DOOR TO LOWER 2.5~3.0 kg MA0000035G0 M2.5X5.4(半牙) RAM DOOR TO LOWER 2.5~3.0 kg MACK2002MG0 M 2.0*3 KeyBoard to UP 1.2~1.5kg [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
The following table shows MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) for each component. Table G-1 MTBF Component Time (hours) 10,000 Keyboard 60,000 300,000 Optical (DVD/CD) drive 60,000 AC adaptor 60,000 [CONFIDENTIAL] Satellite A350/A350D Series Maintenance Manual Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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