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Toshiba Satellite A505 Service Manual (285 pages)

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 14.54 MB

Table of Contents

6
- Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
  
  14
Table of Contents

17
- Features
  18
- Figure 1-1 ID Parts Description Placement
  23
- Figure 1-2 Computer Block Diagram
  24
- Figure 1-3 System Board Configurations
  25
- Figure 1-4 System Unit Block Diagram
  26
- System Unit Components
  26
- Figure 1-5 SATA HDD
  32
- Inch HDD
  32
- Table 1-1 HDD Specifications
  32
- Figure 1-6 Solid Status Drive
  33
- Solid Status Drive (SSD)
  33
- DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)
  34
- Figure 1-7 DVD Super Multi Drive
  34
- Table 1-2 DVD Super Multi Drive Specifications
  34
- Power Supply
  35
- Batteries
  36
  - Battery Charging Control
    36
  - Main Battery
    36
  - Table 1-3 Battery Specifications
    36
  - RTC Battery
    37
  - Table 1-4 Quick/Normal Charging Time
    37
- Chapter 2 Troubleshooting
  
  38
Chapter 2 Troubleshooting

39
- Outline
  42
- Basic Flowchart
  43
- Power Supply
  47
- System Board
  49
- Hdd
  52
- Ssd
  56
- Keyboard
  59
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    59
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
    59
- Display
  60
- ODD (Optical Disk Drive)
  62
- Lan
  64
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    64
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
    64
- Finger Print (Optional)
  65
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    65
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check
    65
- Audio Test
  66
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    66
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
    66
- IEEE 1394 Test
  67
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    67
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check
    67
- Cooling Module
  68
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    68
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
    68
- Chapter 3 Diagnostic Programs
  
  70
Chapter 3 Diagnostic Programs

71
- General
  74
- Quick Start
  76
  - Customization Test
    76
  - Quick Test
    76
  - Keyboard Layout Test
    80
  - Audio Play Test
    81
  - Hotkey Test
    81
  - Audio Record Test
    82
  - DMI Read
    82
  - DMI Write
    82
  - Sensor Test
    84
  - System Information
    90
  - View Logs
    91
  - Exit to Free DOS
    92
  - The Diagnostics Screen Explanation
    92
- Options
  95
  - Overview
    95
  - Batch Parameters Configuration
    96
  - Item's Parameters Configuration
    98
  - Load Batch Parameters
    99
  - LOG Parameters Setting
    100
  - Save Batch Parameters
    100
  - Display LOG File
    102
  - Specify LOG Viewer
    102
  - LOG Viewer
    103
  - LOG File Sample
    104
- Subtests
  106
- System Test
  109
- Memory Test
  114
- Storage
  120
- Video
  124
- Communication (COMM)
  132
- Peripheral
  133
- Error Codes and Description
  135
- Quick Test Item List
  142
- Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures
  
  143
Table of Contents

145
- General
  151
  - Safety Precautions
    152
  - Before You Begin
    154
  - Disassembly Procedures
    155
  - Assembly Procedures
    155
  - Tools and Equipment
    156
  - Screw Tightening Torque
    156
  - Colors of Screw Shanks
    157
  - Symbols of Screws on the Computer Body
    157
  - Symbol Examples
    157
- Battery Pack/Pc Card/Bridge Media
  158
  - Battery Pack
    158
  - Removing the Battery Pack
    158
  - Installing the Battery Pack
    159
  - PC Card
    160
  - Removing the PC Card
    160
  - Installing the PC Card
    161
  - Bridge Media
    162
  - Removing the Bridge Media
    162
  - Installing the Bridge Media
    163
- Memory Module
  164
  - Removing the Memory Module
    164
  - Installing the Memory Module
    165
- Hdd
  166
  - Removing the HDD
    166
  - Installing the HDD
    168
- ODD Bay Module
  169
  - Removing the ODD Bay Module
    169
  - Installing the ODD Bay Module
    170
  - Disassembling the ODD Drive
    171
  - Assembling the ODD Drive
    171
- Keyboard
  172
  - Removing the Keyboard
    172
  - Installing the Keyboard
    173
- Wireless LAN Card
  174
  - Removing the Wireless LAN Card
    174
  - Installing the Wireless LAN Card
    175
- Top Cover
  176
  - Removing the Top Cover
    176
  - Installing the Top Cover
    177
- MDC Module
  178
  - Removing the MDC Module
    178
  - Installing the MDC Module
    179
- FM Module
  180
  - Removing the FM Module
    180
  - Installing the FM Module
    181
- Bluetooth Module
  182
  - Removing the Bluetooth Module
    182
  - Installing the Bluetooth Module
    183
- Speakers
  184
  - Removing the Speakers
    184
  - Installing the Speakers
    185
- Display Assembly
  186
  - Removing the Display Assembly
    186
  - Installing the Display Assembly
    187
- AC-IN Cable, RJ11(or FM) Cable and USB Cable
  188
- LED Board
  190
  - Removing the LED Board
    190
  - Installing the LED Board
    191
- System Board
  192
  - Removing the System Board
    192
  - Installing the System Board
    194
- VGA Board (for VGA Board Model)
  195
  - Removing the VGA Board (for VGA Board Model)
    195
  - Installing the VGA Board (for VGA Board Model)
    196
- CPU Cooling Module and Fan
  197
  - Removing the CPU Cooling Module and Fan
    197
  - Installing the CPU Cooling Module and Fan
    200
- Cpu
  201
  - Removing the CPU
    201
  - Installing the CPU
    202
- Ssd
  204
  - Removing the SSD
    204
  - Installing the SSD
    205
- Slot ODD Module
  206
  - Removing the Slot ODD Module
    206
  - Installing the Slot ODD Module
    206
  - Disassembling the ODD Drive
    207
  - Assembling the ODD Drive
    208
- Display Mask
  209
  - Open Display Mask
    209
    
    Removing the Display Mask
    209
  - Installing the Display Mask
    210
  - Removing the Display Mask
    211
  - Flat Display Mask
    211
- FL Inverter Board
  213
  - Removing the FL Inverter Board
    213
  - Installing the FL Inverter Board
    214
  - Replacement Procedures
    214
- LCD Module
  215
  - Open LCD Module
    215
  - Flat LCD Module
    218
- CCD Board and MIC
  221
  - Removing the CCD Board and MIC
    221
  - Installing the CCD Board and MIC
    222
- Power Board, Switch Board and Logo LED Board
  223
  - Removing the Power Board, Switch Board and Logo LED Board
    223
  - Installing the Power Board, Switch Board and Logo LED Board
    224
- Button Board
  225
  - Removing the Button Board
    225
  - Installing the Button Board
    226
- Appendices
  227
Appendix

228
- Appendix A Handling the LCD Module
  
  230
- Appendix Contents
  
  230
- Appendix B Board Layout
  
  235
  - System Board Front View
    235
  - System Board Back View
    236
- Appendix C Pin Assignments
  
  239
  - CN1 Power BD Connector (4-Pin
    239
  - CN3 Hot Key BD Connector (6-Pin
    239
  - CN4 Camera Cable Connector (5-Pin
    239
  - CN6 LCD Cable Connector (40-Pin
    239
  - CN10 Wireless LAN Module Connector (52-Pin
    240
  - CN7 Modem Module Connector (12-Pin
    240
  - CN12 MB to Touchpad BD Connector (14-Pin
    241
  - CN13 Keyboard Cable Connector (34-Pin
    242
  - CN17 Express Card Connector (26-Pin
    242
    
    MB to LED BD Connector (16-Pin
    243
    
    Battery Connector (9-Pin
    244
    
    Internal MIC Connector (2-Pin
    244
    
    Internal Speaker Cable Connector (6-Pin
    244
    
    Keyboard LED Cable Connector (4-Pin
    244
    
    FAN Connector (3-Pin
    245
    
    SO-DIMM0 Connector (200-Pin
    245
    
    SO-DIMM1 Connector (200-Pin
    248
    
    HDMI Port Connector (19-Pin
    251
    
    SATA ODD Connector (13-Pin
    251
    
    SATA HDD Connector (22-Pin
    252
    
    SATA SSD Connector (16-Pin
    252
    
    GPS / TV Module Connector (52-Pin
    253
    
    SIM Card Connector (6-Pin
    253
    
    USB#1 Connector (4-Pin
    253
    
    Display Port Connector (20-Pin
    254
    
    Esata Port Connector (11-Pin
    254
    
    FM Tuner Cable Connector (10-Pin
    254
    
    In 1 Card Connector (40-Pin
    255
    
    1394 Port Connector (4-Pin
    256
    
    CRT Port Connector (15-Pin
    256
    
    VGA BD Connector (242-Pin
    256
    
    AC-In Cable Connector (4-Pin
    260
  - Jack470
    260
    
    RJ45 LAN Port Connector (14-Pin
    260
  - Jack600
    260
    
    SPDIF / Head Phone Connector (6-Pin
    260
  - Jack601
    261
    
    External MIC Connector (6-Pin
    261
    
    LOGO LED BD Connector (4-Pin
    261
    
    Touchpad BD to Main BD Connector (14-Pin
    261
    
    Touchpad Board
    261
    
    Touchpad Switch BD Connector (2-Pin
    261
    
    LED BD to Main BD Connector (16-Pin
    262
    
    Touchpad Module Cable Connector (12-Pin
    262
- Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes
  
  263
- Appendix E Key Layout
  
  271

Toshiba Satellite A505 User Manual (248 pages)

A500-ST5605 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 5.14 MB

Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
13
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
23
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
24
Regulatory Statements
25
Table of Contents
29
Introduction
37
This Guide
39
Safety Icons
40
- Other Icons Used
  40
- Your Computer's Features and Specifications
  41
Other Documentation
41
Service Options
41
Chapter 1: Getting Started

42
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

94
- Computing Tips
  94
- Using the Keyboard
  95
  - Character Keys
    96
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    96
  - Function Keys
    96
  - Special Windows ® Keys
    97
  - Backlit Keyboard
    97
- Starting a Program
  97
- Saving Your Work
  100
- Printing Your Work
  101
- Backing up Your Work
  102
  - Restoring Your Work
    103
- Using the Optical Drive
  103
  - Optical Drive Components
    104
  - Media Control Buttons
    105
  - Inserting an Optical Disc (Slot-Type Drive)
    105
  - Removing a Disc (Slot-Type Drive)
    106
  - Inserting an Optical Disc (Tray-Type Drive)
    107
  - Playing an Audio CD
    109
  - Playing Optical Media
    109
  - Recording Optical Media
    109
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off (Tray-Type Drive)
    110
  - Caring for Optical Discs
    110
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  111
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

112
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  112
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  113
  - Battery Notice
    113
  - Power Management
    114
  - Using Additional Batteries
    114
- Charging Batteries
  114
  - Charging the Main Battery
    115
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    115
- Monitoring Main Battery Power
  116
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    118
  - What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
    118
  - Setting Battery Notifications
    119
  - Conserving Battery Power
    120
  - Power Plans
    121
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Plan
    122
- Using the TOSHIBA Eco Power Plan
  123
- Changing the Main Battery
  123
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    124
  - Inserting a Charged Battery
    125
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  127
  - Safety Precautions
    127
  - Maintaining Your Battery
    128
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  128
- Traveling Tips
  130
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

131
- Exploring the Desktop
  131
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    132
- Setting up for Communications
  134
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    134
  - Connecting a Modem to a Telephone Line
    135
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  137
  - The Internet
    137
  - The World Wide Web
    137
  - Internet Service Providers
    137
  - Connecting to the Internet
    138
  - Surfing the Internet
    138
  - Internet Features
    138
  - Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
    139
- Exploring Audio Features
  140
  - Recording Sounds
    140
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    140
- Using the Web Camera
  141
- Using an Expresscard
  142
  - Inserting an Expresscard
    142
  - Removing an Expresscard
    142
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  143
  - Inserting Memory Media
    144
  - Removing Memory Media
    144
- Using the I.link ® Port
  145
- Using the Esata/Usb Combo Port
  145
Chapter 5: Utilities

146
- TOSHIBA Assist
  147
  - Connect
    148
  - Secure
    149
  - Protect & Fix
    150
  - Optimize
    151
- TOSHIBA Application Installer
  152
- Setting Passwords
  153
  - Using an Instant Password
    153
  - Using a Supervisor Password
    154
  - Using a User Password
    155
  - Deleting a User Password
    156
- TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility
  157
- TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
  158
- TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility
  159
- TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
  160
- Mouse Utility
  161
- TOSHIBA Hardware Setup
  162
- USB Sleep and Charge Utility
  164
  - Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility
    164
  - USB Sleep and Charge
    164
  - Enabling USB Sleep and Charge
    166
  - Power Supply Mode Settings
    166
  - Battery Settings
    166
- TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  167
- TOSHIBA Button Support
  168
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  169
- Fingerprint Authentication Utility
  170
- TOSHIBA Eco Utility
  174
- TOSHIBA Service Station
  175
- TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
  175
- Configfree
  176
  - Getting Started
    176
  - Configfree ® Utilities
    177
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

180
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  180
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  181
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  184
- Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
  187
  - Checking Device Properties
    187
- Memory Problems
  188
- Power and the Batteries
  188
- Keyboard Problems
  190
- Display Problems
  190
- Disk or Storage Drive Problems
  192
  - Error-Checking
    192
- Optical Drive Problems (Tray-Type Drive Only)
  193
- Sound System Problems
  194
- Expresscard ® Problems
  195
  - Expresscard ® Checklist
    195
  - Resolving Expresscard Problems
    195
- Printer Problems
  197
- Modem Problems
  198
- Wireless Networking Problems
  198
- DVD Operating Problems
  200
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  201
  - Data and System Configuration Backup in the Windows Operating System
    202
  - Saving System Configuration with Restore Points
    202
- If You Need Further Assistance
  207
  - Before You Contact Toshiba
    207
  - Contacting Toshiba
    207
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  208
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  208
Appendix A: Hot Keys/Toshiba Cards

210
- Hot Key Cards
  210
  - Using the Hot Key Cards
    211
- Application Cards
  212
  - Using the Application Cards
    213
  - Card Case
    214
- Hot Key Functions
  214
  - Volume Mute
    215
  - Lock (Instant Security)
    216
  - Power Plan
    217
  - Sleep Mode
    218
  - Hibernation Mode
    219
  - Output (Display Switch)
    220
  - Display Brightness
    221
  - Disabling or Enabling Wireless Devices
    222
  - Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
    223
  - Zoom (Display Resolution)
    224
  - Keyboard Hot Key Functions
    225
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

226
- Glossary
  227
- Index
  241

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Hardware Overview

Table of Contents

Chapter 2 Troubleshooting

Chapter 2 Troubleshooting

Chapter 3 Diagnostic Programs

Chapter 3 Diagnostic Programs

Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures

Table of Contents

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

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

Chapter 5: Utilities

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys/Toshiba Cards

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

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