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Toshiba A20-S259 - Satellite - Pentium 4 2.66 GHz Maintenance Manual (513 pages)

Maintenance Manual

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Desktop | Size: 6 MB

Table of Contents

7
- Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
  
  11
Table of Contents

14
- Features
  15
  - Internal Lan
    17
- Figure 1-1 Front of the Computer
  19
- Figure 1-2 System Unit Configuration
  20
- Figure 1-3 System Unit Block Diagram
  21
- System Unit Block Diagram
  21
- Figure 1-4 2.5-Inch HDD
  28
- Inch Hard Disk Drive
  28
- Table 1-1 2.5-Inch HDD Specifications
  28
- CD-RW/DVD Drive
  30
  - CD-RW/DVD Drive
    31
  - Table 1-2 CD-RW/DVD Drive Specifications
    31
- DVD-R/-RW Drive
  33
- Figure 1-6 DVD-R/-RW Drive
  33
- Table 1-3 DVD-R/-RW Drive Specifications
  33
- DVD Multi Drive
  34
- Table 1-4 DVD Multi Drive Specifications
  34
  - DVD Multi Drive
    35
- Keyboard
  37
- TFT Color Display
  38
- Table 1-5 LCD Module Specifications
  39
- Table 1-6 FL Inverter Board Specifications
  39
- Power Supply
  40
- Table 1-7 Power Supply Board Output Rating
  41
- Batteries
  42
- Table 1-8 Battery Specifications
  42
- Table 1-9 Time Required for Quick Charges
  43
- Table 1-10 RTC Battery Charging/Data Preservation Time
  44
- Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Procedures
  
  45
  - Figure
    49
  - Troubleshooting
    51
  - Troubleshooting Flowchart
    53
  - Power Supply Troubleshooting
    57
  - System Board Troubleshooting
    69
    
    Troubleshooting Procedures
    73
  - FDD Troubleshooting
    83
  - HDD Troubleshooting
    86
  - Keyboard Troubleshooting
    91
  - Display Troubleshooting
    93
  - CD-RW/DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R/-RW and DVD Multi Drive Troubleshooting
    95
  - Modem Troubleshooting
    97
  - LAN Troubleshooting
    99
  - Wireless LAN Troubleshooting
    101
  - Sound Troubleshooting
    105
    
    Sd Card Slot Troubleshooting
    108
- Chapter 3 Tests and Diagnostics
  
  109
  - The Diagnostic Test
    113
  - Executing the Diagnostic Test
    116
  - Subtest Names
    120
  - System Test
    122
  - Memory Test
    125
  - Keyboard Test
    127
  - Display Test
    131
  - Floppy Disk Test
    135
  - Printer Test
    137
  - Async Test
    139
  - Hard Disk Test
    140
  - Real Timer Test
    143
  - NDP Test
    145
  - Expansion Test
    146
  - CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Test
    148
  - Wireless LAN Test (Agere)
    149
    
    Tests and Diagnostics
    151
  - Wireless LAN Test (Atheros)
    154
    
    Setting the Responder Machine
    155
  - Sound/Lan/Modem Test
    157
  - Error Code and Error Status Names
    164
  - Hard Disk Test Detail Status
    168
  - Head Cleaning
    170
  - Log Utilities
    171
  - Running Test
    173
  - Floppy Disk Drive Utilities
    175
  - System Configuration
    181
  - Setup
    183
  - Figure
    204
- Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures
  
  211
  - General
    211
    
    Disassembly Procedures
    214
  - Battery Pack
    219
  - Optional PC Card
    222
  - Optional SD Card
    224
  - Hdd
    226
  - Modem Daughter Card
    230
  - Cooling Fan
    236
  - Cpu
    239
  - Keyboard
    244
  - Figure 1-8 Keyboard
    245
  - Memory Module
    248
  - Wireless LAN Card
    251
  - Bluetooth
    255
  - Top Cover with Display Assembly
    257
  - Figure
    261
  - Touch Pad
    261
  - Front Membrane ASSY
    263
    
    Fir Board
    265
  - Sound Board
    267
  - RTC Battery
    269
  - DC-IN Jack
    271
  - System Board
    273
  - Sub Fan
    275
  - PC Card Slot
    277
  - Speakers
    279
  - Touch Pad Switch
    281
  - Display Mask
    283
  - FL Inverter
    285
  - LCD Module
    287
    
    LCD Module
    289
    
    Fluorescent Lamp
    300
    
    Replacement Procedures
    392
Appendix

442
- Appendix A Handling the LCD Module
  
  449
- Appendix Contents
  
  449
- Appendix B Board Layout
  
  455
  - System Board Front View
    455
  - System Board Back View
    457
  - Sound Board Front View
    460
  - Sound Board Back View
    461
  - USB Board Front and Back View
    463
- Appendix C Pin Assignments
  
  464
- Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes
  
  495
- Appendix E Key Layout
  
  500
  - United Kingdom (UK) Keyboard
    500
  - United States (US) Keyboard
    500
  - French (FR) Keyboard
    501
  - German (GR) Keyboard
    501
  - Italian (IT) Keyboard
    502
  - Spanish (SP) Keyboard
    502
  - Scandinavian (SC) Keyboard
    503
  - Swiss-German (SL) Keyboard
    503
  - Canadian (CS) Keyboard
    504
- Appendix F Wiring Diagram
  
  506
  - Parallel Port Wraparound Connector
    506
  - RJ45 Wraparound Connector
    506
- Appendix G BIOS Rewrite Procedures
  
  508
- Appendix H EC/KBC Rewrite Procedures
  
  510
- Appendix I Reliability
  
  512

Toshiba A20-S259 - Satellite - Pentium 4 2.66 GHz User Manual (271 pages)

A20-S259 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4 MB

Fcc Notice
3
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Installation
4
Type of Service
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
6
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Regulatory Information
8
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
10
Device Authorization
13
Interference Statement
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
18
Canada-Industry Canada (IC)
19
Regulatory Statements
19
Export Administration Regulation
23
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
35
This Guide
35
Safety Icons
36
- Other Icons Used
  37
Other Documentation
37
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

39
- Making Sure You Have Everything
  39
- Front with the Display Closed
  40
- Back
  41
- Right Side
  42
- Left Side
  43
- Front with the Display Open
  44
  - Keyboard Indicator Lights
    46
  - System Indicator Panel
    47
  - CD/DVD Control Buttons
    48
- Underside
  49
Chapter 2: Getting Started

51
- Selecting a Place to Work
  51
- Setting up Your Computer
  57
- Connecting an Optional External USB Diskette Drive
  59
- Connecting to a Power Source
  59
- Charging the Main Battery
  62
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  63
  - Opening the Display Panel
    63
  - Turning on the Power
    64
  - Activating the Power-On Password
    64
  - Using the Touchpad TM
    65
- Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
  67
  - Removing a Memory Module
    74
  - Checking Total Memory
    76
- Connecting a Mouse
  77
- Connecting a Printer
  77
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    77
  - Connecting a Parallel Printer
    78
- Setting up a Printer
  78
  - Using the Add Printer Wizard
    78
- Powering off the Computer
  81
- Caring for Your Computer
  82
  - Cleaning the Computer
    82
  - Moving the Computer
    82
  - Using a Computer Lock
    83
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

84
- Computing Tips
  84
- Using the Keyboard
  85
  - Character Keys
    86
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    86
  - Function Keys
    86
  - Windows ® Special Keys
    87
  - Overlay Keys
    87
- Emulating a Full-Size Keyboard
  89
- TOSHIBA Console
  89
- Starting a Program
  89
- Saving Your Work
  90
- Printing Your Work
  91
- Using Diskettes
  91
  - Inserting and Removing Diskettes
    92
  - Caring for Diskettes
    92
- Backing up Your Files
  93
- Playing a CD or DVD
  94
  - Components
    94
  - CD/DVD and Digital Audio Modes
    96
  - Inserting a Disc
    97
  - Playing an Audio CD
    99
  - Viewing the Contents of a CD or DVD
    100
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on
    101
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off
    101
  - Caring for Cds and Dvds
    102
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  102
- Setting up for Communications
  103
  - Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
    103
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    103
- Powering down the Computer
  104
  - Turn off or Shut down Command
    105
  - Restart Command
    105
  - Hibernation Command
    105
  - Standby Command
    106
- Using Turn off or Shut down
  107
  - Turning off or Shutting down more Quickly
    108
  - Starting Again after Turn off or Shut down
    111
- Using Hibernation
  111
- Using Standby
  118
  - Going into Standby Mode more Quickly
    119
  - Starting Again from Standby
    122
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

123
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  123
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  123
  - Battery Notice
    124
  - Power Management
    124
- Charging the Battery
  125
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    126
- Monitoring Battery Power
  127
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    128
  - Conserving Battery Power
    129
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    129
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    130
- Changing the Main Battery
  131
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    131
  - Removing the Battery
    132
  - Installing the Battery
    133
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  133
  - Safety Precautions
    133
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    134
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  135
- Traveling Tips
  136
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows

138
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

166
- Windows XP Special Features
  166
- Personalizing Your Desktop
  167
  - Customizing the Taskbar
    167
  - Bringing the World to Your Desktop
    168
  - Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
    169
  - Personalizing Individual Windows
    170
  - Customizing Window Toolbars
    171
  - Displaying Information about each Folder
    172
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  173
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  176
- Connecting to the Internet
  178
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  179
  - The Internet
    179
  - The World Wide Web
    179
  - Internet Service Providers
    180
  - Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
    180
  - Surfing the Internet
    180
  - Internet Features
    181
  - Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
    181
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  182
- Exploring Video Features
  182
  - Connecting a TV to Your Computer
    182
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    183
- Exploring Audio Features
  183
  - Recording Sounds
    183
  - Using a Microphone
    184
  - Adjusting Recording Settings
    184
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    185
- Connecting a Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse
  185
- Changing the Display Properties Setting
  186
- Using PC Cards
  190
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    190
  - Inserting a PC Card
    190
  - Removing a PC Card
    191
  - Hot Swapping a PC Card
    192
  - Hot Swapping Precautions
    192
- Using SD Cards
  193
  - Inserting an SD Card
    193
  - Removing an SD Card
    194
Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

195
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  195
- Fn-Esse
  197
- Hotkey Utility
  201
- TOSHIBA Console
  201
  - Customize Your Computer
    202
  - Security
    203
  - Power Management
    203
  - Toshiba Hardware Setup
    206
Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

208
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  208
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  210
- The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
  211
- The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
  212
  - Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
    212
  - Internet Problems
    213
  - The Windows
    213
  - XP Operating System Can Help You
    213
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  214
  - A Plan of Action
    214
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    215
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    217
    
    Disabling a Device
    217
    
    Checking Device Properties
    217
  - Memory Module Problems
    219
  - Power and the Batteries
    220
  - Keyboard Problems
    221
  - Display Problems
    222
  - Disk Drive Problems
    224
  - Error-Checking
    224
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    226
  - Sound System Problems
    227
  - PC Card Problems
    228
  - Printer Problems
    231
  - Modem Problems
    232
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  232
- If You Need Further Assistance
  233
  - Before You Call
    234
  - Contacting Toshiba
    234
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  236
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  236
Appendix A: Hot Keys

239
- Volume Mute
  239
- Instant Password Security
  239
- Power Usage Mode
  240
- Standby Mode
  241
- Hibernation Mode
  242
- Display Modes
  243
- Display Brightness
  244
- Enabling a Wireless Device
  244
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  244
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  244
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

245
- USA and Canada
  245
- United Kingdom
  245
- Australia
  245
- Europe
  245
- Glossary
  246
- Index
  262

Toshiba A20-S259 - Satellite - Pentium 4 2.66 GHz Specification Sheet (12 pages)

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Toshiba A20-S259 - Satellite - Pentium 4 2.66 GHz Maintenance Manual (513 pages)

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Hardware Overview

Table of Contents

Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Procedures

Chapter 3 Tests and Diagnostics

Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures

Appendix

Appendix A Handling the LCD Module

Appendix Contents

Appendix B Board Layout

Appendix C Pin Assignments

Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes

Appendix E Key Layout

Appendix F Wiring Diagram

Appendix G BIOS Rewrite Procedures

Appendix H EC/KBC Rewrite Procedures

Appendix I Reliability

Toshiba A20-S259 - Satellite - Pentium 4 2.66 GHz User Manual (271 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows

Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

Toshiba A20-S259 - Satellite - Pentium 4 2.66 GHz Specification Sheet (12 pages)

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