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Toshiba Satellite A215 Series Maintenance Manual (256 pages)
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 11.48 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
6
Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
13
Table of Contents
16
Features
17
Figure 1-1 ID Parts Description Placement
22
Figure 1-2 Computer Block Diagram
23
Figure 1-3 System Board Configurations
24
Figure 1-4 System Unit Block Diagram
25
System Unit Components
25
Figure 1-5 SATA HDD
31
Inch HDD
31
Table 1-1 HDD Specifications
31
DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)
32
Figure 1-6 DVD Super Multi Drive
32
Table 1-2 DVD Super Multi Drive Specifications
32
Hd DVD Rom
34
Table 1-3 HD DVD ROM Specifications
34
Hd DVD-R
35
Table 1-4 HD DVD-R Specifications
35
Power Supply
36
Batteries
37
Main Battery
37
Battery Charging Control
37
Table 1-5 Battery Specifications
37
RTC Battery
38
Table 1-6 Quick/Normal Charging Time
38
Chapter 2 Troubleshooting
39
Chapter 2 Troubleshooting
40
Outline
43
Basic Flowchart
44
Power Supply
48
Procedure 1 Power Icon Check
48
Procedure 2 Connection Check
48
Procedure 3 Replacement Check
50
Procedure 2 Connection Check
50
System Board
51
Procedure 1 Message Check
51
Procedure 2 Test Program Check
52
Procedure 3 Replacement Check
52
Hdd
53
Procedure 1 Message Check
53
Procedure 2 Partition Check
53
Procedure 3 Format Check
53
Procedure 4 Test Program Check
53
Procedure 5 Connector Check and Replacement Check
53
Procedure 4 Test Program Check
55
Seek Error
55
Procedure 5 Connector Check and Replacement Check
56
Keyboard
57
Procedure 1 Test Program Check
57
Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
57
Display
58
Procedure 1 External Monitor Check
58
Procedure 2 Test Program Check
58
Procedure 3 Connector Check and Replacement Check
58
ODD (Optical Disk Drive)
60
Procedure 1 ODD Cleaning Check
60
Procedure 2 Test Program Check
60
Procedure 3 Connector Check and Replacement Check
60
Lan
62
Procedure 1 Test Program Check
62
Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
62
SD/SD-IO/MS/MS Pro/MMC/XD Card
63
Procedure 1 Test Program Check
63
Procedure 2 Connector Check
63
Finger Print (Optional)
64
Procedure 1 Test Program Check
64
Procedure 2 Connector Check
64
Audio Test
65
Procedure 1 Test Program Check
65
Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
65
IEEE 1394 Test
66
Procedure 1 Test Program Check
66
Procedure 2 Connector Check
66
Cooling Module
67
Procedure 1 Test Program Check
67
Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
67
Chapter 3 Diagnostic Programs
70
General
73
Quick Start
75
Quick Test
75
Customization Test
75
Keyboard Layout Test
79
Hotkey Test
80
Audio Play Test
80
Audio Record Test
80
DMI Read
80
DMI Write
81
Finger Printer Detect Test
82
Finger Printer Scan Test
82
Finger Printer Information Clear
83
System Information
83
View Logs
84
Exit to Free DOS
85
The Diagnostics Screen Explanation
85
Options
88
Overview
88
Batch Parameters Configuration
89
Item's Parameters Configuration
91
Load Batch Parameters
92
Save Batch Parameters
93
LOG Parameters Setting
94
Specify LOG Viewer
95
Display LOG File
95
LOG Viewer
96
LOG File Sample
97
Subtests
99
System Test
102
Memory Test
106
Storage
112
Video
116
Peripheral
117
Communication (COMM)
125
Peripheral
126
Error Codes and Description
128
Quick Test Item List
133
Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures
134
Table of Contents
136
General
141
Safety Precautions
142
General
142
Before You Begin
144
Disassembly Procedures
145
Assembly Procedures
145
Tools and Equipment
146
Screw Tightening Torque
146
Colors of Screw Shanks
147
Symbols of Screws on the Computer Body
147
Symbol Examples
147
Removing the Battery Pack
148
Installing the Battery Pack
149
Removing the Optional PC Card
150
Installing the Optional PC Card
151
Removing the Momery Card
152
Installing the Momery Card
153
Removing the Optional Memory
154
Installing the Optional Memory
155
Hdd
156
Removing the HDD
156
Installing the HDD
158
ODD Bay Module
159
Removing the ODD Bay Module
159
Installing the ODD Bay Module
160
Speaker Cover and Keyboard
162
Removing the Speaker Cover and Keyboard
162
Installing the Speaker Cover and Keyboard
164
Switch Board
165
Removing the Switch Board
165
Installing the Switch Board
166
MDC Module
167
Removing the MDC Module
167
Installing the MDC Module
168
Wireless LAN Card
169
Removing the Wireless LAN Card
169
Installing the Wireless LAN Card
170
Display Assembly
171
Removing the Display Assembly
171
Installing the Display Assembly
172
Top Cover
173
Removing the Top Cover
173
Installing the Top Cover
174
Speakers
175
Removing the Speakers
175
Installing the Speakers
175
USB and CRT Cable, Fingerprint Board and Bluetooth Card
176
Removing the USB and CRT Cable, Fingerprint Board and Bluetooth Card
176
Installing the USB and CRT Cable, Fingerprint Board and Bluetooth Card
177
System Board, AC in Cable and Fan
178
Removing the System Board, AC in Cable and Fan
178
Installing the System Board, AC in Cable and Fan
179
Removing the VGA Card
180
Installing the VGA Card
181
CPU Cooling Module
182
Cpu
187
Removing the CPU
187
Installing the CPU
188
Cpu
188
Display Mask
190
FL Inverter Board
192
Removing the FL Inverter Board
192
Installing the FL Inverter Board
193
LCD Modules
194
Removing the 15.4-Inch LCD Module
194
Installing the 15.4-Inch LCD Module
196
CCD Board and MIC
197
Table of Contents
202
Appendix A Handling the LCD Module
204
Appendices
204
Appendix B Board Layout
209
System Board Front View
209
Appendix C Pin Assignments
213
CN4 MODEM Connector (12-Pin
214
CN7 Camera Connector (5-Pin
214
CN9 Mini Card Connector (52-Pin
214
CN10 CRT Connector (15-Pin
215
CN11 Touch Pad Connector (6-Pin
216
CN12 Internal Keyboard Connector (34-Pin
216
CN13 Fingerprint/B Connector (8-Pin
216
FAN Connector (3-Pin
218
S-VIDEO Connector (4-Pin
218
RJ45 Connector(12-Pin
218
CN508 ODD Connector (50-Pin
218
USB Port#0 Connector (4-Pin
219
USB Port#1 Connector (4-Pin
220
HDD#0 Connector (22-Pin
220
HDD#1 Connector (22-Pin
220
Touch Pad Board Connector (6-Pin
221
Touch Pad Board Connector (12-Pin
221
DDR2 DIMM1 Socket (200-Pin
221
DDR2 DIMM0 Socket (200-Pin
224
DC-IN Connector (4-Pin
227
CN2011 Battery Connector (9-Pin
227
CN2012 Internal Right Speaker Connector (4-Pin
228
CN2013 Internal Left Speaker Connector (2-Pin
228
CN2014 Internal Micro Phone Connector (2-Pin
228
CN2015 HDT Header Connector (26-Pin
228
CN2016 HD DVD Connector (52-Pin
229
PCMCIA Socket (44-Pin
230
IEEE 1394 Connector (4-Pin
231
FAN Connector (3-Pin
231
Jack1
231
MICRO Phone Connector (6-Pin
231
Jack2
231
Head Phone Connector (6-Pin
231
Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes
232
Appendix E Key Layout
240
Appendix F BIOS Rewrite Procedures
255
Appendix Fbios Rewrite Procedures
255
Appendix G EC/KBC Rewrite Procedures
256
Appendix Gec/Kbc Rewrite Procedures
256
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Toshiba Satellite A215 Series User Manual (245 pages)
A205-S5800 User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.67 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Regulatory Information
8
Device Authorization
11
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
12
Wireless Lan Card
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
27
Introduction
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
Other Icons Used
37
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started
39
Selecting a Place to Work
39
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
39
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
40
Precautions
40
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
41
Setting up Your Computer
42
Setting up Your Software
42
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
43
Adding Optional External Devices
43
Connecting to a Power Source
44
Charging the Main Battery
46
Using the Computer for the First Time
47
Opening the Display Panel
47
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
48
Turning on the Power
48
Adding Memory (Optional)
49
Installing a Memory Module
49
Removing a Memory Module
55
Checking Total Memory
56
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
57
Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
58
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options
59
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Media
64
Installing Drivers and Applications
65
Using the Touchpad
65
Scrolling with the Touchpad
66
Control Buttons
66
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
66
Using the Dual Mode Pad
67
Using Dual Mode
67
Using External Display Devices
69
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
70
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
71
Using an External Keyboard
71
Using a Mouse
72
Connecting a Printer
72
Setting up a Printer
73
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
73
Turning off the Computer
74
Options for Turning off the Computer
74
Using the Shut down Command
77
Using and Configuring Hibernation Mode
79
Using and Configuring Sleep Mode
81
Closing the Display Panel
84
Customizing Your Computer's Settings
84
Caring for Your Computer
84
Cleaning the Computer
84
Moving the Computer
84
Using a Computer Lock
85
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
86
Computing Tips
86
Using the Keyboard
88
Character Keys
88
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
88
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
89
Function Keys
89
Special Windows ® Keys
89
Overlay Keys
90
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
90
Starting a Program
91
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
91
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
92
Starting a Program Using the Start Search Field
93
Saving Your Work
93
Printing Your Work
95
Backing up Your Work
96
Restoring Your Work
96
Using the Optical Drive
97
Optical Drive Components
97
Media Control Buttons
98
Inserting a Compact Disc
99
Playing an Audio CD
100
Playing Optical Media
101
Creating a CD/DVD
102
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
102
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
103
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
103
Toshiba's Online Resources
103
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
104
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
104
Running the Computer on Battery Power
104
Battery Notice
105
Power Management
106
Using Additional Batteries
106
Charging Batteries
106
Charging the Main Battery
107
Charging the RTC Battery
107
Monitoring Main Battery Power
108
Determining Remaining Battery Power
110
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
110
Setting Battery Notifications
111
Conserving Battery Power
112
Power Plans
113
Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Plan
114
Changing the Main Battery
115
Removing the Battery from the Computer
115
Inserting a Charged Battery
117
Taking Care of Your Battery
118
Safety Precautions
118
Maintaining Your Battery
119
Disposing of Used Batteries
120
Traveling Tips
121
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
122
Exploring the Desktop
122
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
123
Setting up for Communications
125
Connecting a Modem to a Telephone Line
126
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
127
An Overview of Using the Internet
129
The Internet
130
The World Wide Web
130
Internet Service Providers
130
Connecting to the Internet
130
Surfing the Internet
131
Internet Features
131
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
132
Exploring Audio Features
132
Recording Sounds
132
Using External Speakers or Headphones
133
Web Cam
133
Using PC Cards
134
Inserting a PC Card
134
Removing a PC Card
135
Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
135
Using an Expresscard
136
Inserting an Expresscard
136
Removing an Expresscard
136
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot
137
Inserting Memory Media
138
Removing Memory Media
138
Using the I.link ® Port
139
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
140
TOSHIBA Assist
141
Connect
142
Secure
143
Protect & Fix
144
Optimize
145
TOSHIBA Application Installer
146
Setting Passwords
147
Using an Instant Password
147
Using a Supervisor Password
148
Using a User Password
149
Deleting a User Password
150
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
151
TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
152
Mouse Utility
153
Toshiba Hardware Setup
154
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
156
TOSHIBA Button Support
157
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
158
TOSHIBA Accessibility
159
Fingerprint Authentication Utility
160
Fingerprint Utility Limitations
160
Fingerprint Enrollment
160
Fingerprint Logon
162
Power-On Security
162
Control Center
163
Password Bank
165
Care and Maintenance of Your Fingerprint Reader
168
Fingerprint Reader Limitations
170
Configfree
170
Getting Started
171
Configfree Utilities
171
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
174
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
174
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
175
The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
178
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
178
Internet Problems
179
The Windows Operating System Can Help You
180
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
180
A Plan of Action
180
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
181
Memory Problems
182
Power and the Batteries
183
Keyboard Problems
184
Display Problems
185
Disk Drive Problems
187
Optical Drive Problems
188
Sound System Problems
189
PC Card Problems
190
Expresscard™ Problems
192
Printer Problems
194
Modem Problems
194
Wireless Networking Problems
195
DVD Operating Problems
198
Develop Good Computing Habits
199
Data and System Configuration Backup in the Windows Operating System
200
If You Need Further Assistance
204
Before You Contact Toshiba
204
Contacting Toshiba
205
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
205
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
206
Appendix A: Hot Keys/Toshiba Cards
208
Hot Key Cards
208
Using the Hot Key Cards
209
Application Cards
210
Using the Application Cards
211
Card Case
211
Hot Key Functions
213
Volume Mute
213
Password Security
214
Power Plan
215
Sleep Mode
216
Hibernation Mode
217
Display Modes
218
Display Brightness
219
Disabling or Enabling Wireless Devices
220
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad or Dual Mode Pad
221
Changing Screen Resolution
222
Keyboard Hot Key Functions
223
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
224
Glossary
225
Index
239
Toshiba Satellite A215 Series Maintenance Manual (253 pages)
Maintenance Manual
Brand:
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| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 5.72 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
6
Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
10
System Unit
12
Table of Contents
13
Features
14
System Unit
18
Figure 1-1 2.5-Inch HDD
19
Inch HDD Specifications
19
Inch HDD Specifications (Continued)
20
Inch Hard Disk Drive
19
Optical Disc Device
21
DVD Super Multi Double Layer Drive Specifications
21
HD DVD-ROM Drive Specifications
22
Power Supply
23
Batteries
25
Battery Specifications
25
Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Procedures
28
Table of Contents
30
External USB Devices Troubleshooting
31
Tables
31
Troubleshooting Introduction
32
Troubleshooting Flowchart
33
Power Supply Troubleshooting
38
Display Troubleshooting
44
Keyboard Troubleshooting
47
External USB Devices Troubleshooting
49
TV-Out Failure Troubleshooting
51
Touchpad Troubleshooting
53
Speaker Troubleshooting
55
Optical Drive Troubleshooting
57
Modem Troubleshooting
60
Express Card Troubleshooting
62
IEEE 1394 Troubleshooting
64
Wireless LAN Troubleshooting
66
Camera Troubleshooting
69
Bluetooth Troubleshooting
71
In 1 Card Troubleshooting
73
HDD Troubleshooting
75
CRT Failure Troubleshooting
77
HDMI Troubleshooting
79
MIC Troubleshooting
81
Finger Troubleshooting
83
Chapter 3 Tests and Diagnostics
85
Tests and Diagnostics
86
The Diagnostic Test
87
Executing the Diagnostic Test
88
Display Configuration
92
Speaker Audio Test
93
Fan ON/OFF Test
94
Main Battery Charge Test
95
FDD Test
96
ODD Test
97
Keyboard Test
98
Mouse (Pad) Test
99
LCD Pixels Mode Test
101
Magnetic Switch Test
102
LAN Test
104
RTC Test
107
Read 1394 GUID
108
Button Test
110
HDD Test
111
Front Edge Logo Check
115
Fingerprint DOS Test
117
Clear Fingerprint Test
119
Write DMI
121
Read DMI
123
Replacement Procedures
124
Table of Contents
126
Chapter 4 Contents
130
General
130
Battery
136
PC Card
138
Memory Card
140
Hdd
142
Expansion Memory
145
Optical Drive Module
148
Optical Drive
150
Keyboard
152
Display Assembly
155
Display Mask
160
FL Inverter Board
163
LCD Module
165
WLAN Antennas
168
Camera and Microphone
169
Bluetooth Module
171
Touch Pad
173
Fingerprint Module
175
Speakers
177
Function Button Board
179
USB Board
181
MDC Card
183
Wireless Module
185
System Fan
186
System Board
188
VGA Board
191
Cpu
194
Appendix A Handling the Lcd Module
197
Appendix B Board Layout
202
Appendix C Pin Assignments
207
Table
210
Table
216
Table
220
Appendix E Key Layout
234
Appendix G Reliability
253
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