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... message unless such message clearly contains in advance that you with this change. Connection to party line service is not practical, the telephone company will notify you to make changes in writing, to maintain uninterrupted service. In order to do this equipment causes harm to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If Problems Arise If this , it...
... message unless such message clearly contains in advance that you with this change. Connection to party line service is not practical, the telephone company will notify you to make changes in writing, to maintain uninterrupted service. In order to do this equipment causes harm to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If Problems Arise If this , it...
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... you replace it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If this procedure. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You will become hot. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can...
... you replace it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If this procedure. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You will become hot. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can...
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... the memory module into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its pin connector on the side you insert into the socket on the computer. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the underside of computer Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the memory module. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55...
... the memory module into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its pin connector on the side you insert into the socket on the computer. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the underside of computer Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the memory module. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55...
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... battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Front of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance...
... battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Front of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance...
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... external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ An S-video (TV-out) port. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your operating system and devices. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by...
... external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ An S-video (TV-out) port. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your operating system and devices. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by...
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...; The screen does not look right. Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." If you experience any key does not work routine, you can easily detect if the operating system is a diskette in the drive, remove it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in Standby mode for several hours. To charge the battery, leave the...
...; The screen does not look right. Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." If you experience any key does not work routine, you can easily detect if the operating system is a diskette in the drive, remove it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in Standby mode for several hours. To charge the battery, leave the...
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... you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is registered, press any key to its previous setting. You may have gone into a working . HINT...
... you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is registered, press any key to its previous setting. You may have gone into a working . HINT...
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... disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. For general problems playing a DVD title, try again. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you may be able to 24-bit color, there may be a video format error. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem...
... disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. For general problems playing a DVD title, try again. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you may be able to 24-bit color, there may be a video format error. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem...
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... keys Fn-esse 148 audio .wav files 135 audio features 135 Auto-Run 99 B backing up files 81 battery changing 115 charge indicator light 48, 108 charge not lasting 185 charging 46, 49 conserving power 112 disposal 121 low charge 111 monitoring power 48, 108 not charging 184 power usage hot key 114 power usage mode 220 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 51 start 125 C CD creating 99 playing an audio...
... keys Fn-esse 148 audio .wav files 135 audio features 135 Auto-Run 99 B backing up files 81 battery changing 115 charge indicator light 48, 108 charge not lasting 185 charging 46, 49 conserving power 112 disposal 121 low charge 111 monitoring power 48, 108 not charging 184 power usage hot key 114 power usage mode 220 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 51 start 125 C CD creating 99 playing an audio...
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...-system disk or disk error message 176 not accessing disk drives 175 running on battery power 103 setting up 43, 54 warning resume failure message 175 computing tips 80 connecting to a power source 46 connection set up 130 control buttons 61 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 83 D desktop creating new icon 124 major features 124 desktop exploration 123 desktop icons 124 Device Manager 181 checking properties 182 disabling a device 182 devices keyboard 74 mouse 74 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and...
...-system disk or disk error message 176 not accessing disk drives 175 running on battery power 103 setting up 43, 54 warning resume failure message 175 computing tips 80 connecting to a power source 46 connection set up 130 control buttons 61 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 83 D desktop creating new icon 124 major features 124 desktop exploration 123 desktop icons 124 Device Manager 181 checking properties 182 disabling a device 182 devices keyboard 74 mouse 74 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and...
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268 Index troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 176, 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 130 expansion memory slot 55 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 74 external diskette drive connecting 77 external display, adjusting 74 F FAT...
268 Index troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 176, 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 130 expansion memory slot 55 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 74 external diskette drive connecting 77 external display, adjusting 74 F FAT...
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...removing 149 key assignment viewing existing 149 key assignments changing or removing existing 149 keyboard character keys 82 function keys 83 hot keys 225 not working 175 overlay keys 84 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 84 keyboard, external 74 keyboard, full-size 82 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 74 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 52 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 55 memory module inserting 56 installation 53 removing 59 microphone 136 modem determining COM port 127 problem solving 198 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 72 connecting...
...removing 149 key assignment viewing existing 149 key assignments changing or removing existing 149 keyboard character keys 82 function keys 83 hot keys 225 not working 175 overlay keys 84 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 84 keyboard, external 74 keyboard, full-size 82 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 74 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 52 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 55 memory module inserting 56 installation 53 removing 59 microphone 136 modem determining COM port 127 problem solving 198 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 72 connecting...
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... mouse installing 74 serial 74 N network accessing 129 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 129 networking wireless 129 O opening the display panel 50 other documentation 37 overlay keys 84 P password deleting a supervisor 155 disabling a user 153 supervisor set up 154 passwords instant, using 152 PC Card checklist 194 CIS (Card Information Structure) 194 computer stops working 195 configuring 140 errors 196 hot swapping fails 196 inserting 138, 140 modem default 127 not recognized 196 problem solving 193, 195 removing...
... mouse installing 74 serial 74 N network accessing 129 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 129 networking wireless 129 O opening the display panel 50 other documentation 37 overlay keys 84 P password deleting a supervisor 155 disabling a user 153 supervisor set up 154 passwords instant, using 152 PC Card checklist 194 CIS (Card Information Structure) 194 computer stops working 195 configuring 140 errors 196 hot swapping fails 196 inserting 138, 140 modem default 127 not recognized 196 problem solving 193, 195 removing...
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... 126 television adjusting display 74 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 registering computer 45 worldwide offices 215 TOSHIBA Button Controls 168 Toshiba Hardware Setup 160 Toshiba online resources 102 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 145 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning on the computer 52 turning on the power 51 U user password, disabling 153 using a file extension 90 utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility 156 V video projector adjusting display 74...
... 126 television adjusting display 74 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 registering computer 45 worldwide offices 215 TOSHIBA Button Controls 168 Toshiba Hardware Setup 160 Toshiba online resources 102 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 145 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning on the computer 52 turning on the power 51 U user password, disabling 153 using a file extension 90 utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility 156 V video projector adjusting display 74...
Maintenance Manual
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.... If you replace the battery pack, RTC battery or backup battery, be italicized and identified as Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 in safety hazards. Improper repair of messages are used in this manual are adhered to strictly. ? SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Four types of the computer may result in this manual. Preface This maintenance manual describes how to perform hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7...
.... If you replace the battery pack, RTC battery or backup battery, be italicized and identified as Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 in safety hazards. Improper repair of messages are used in this manual are adhered to strictly. ? SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Four types of the computer may result in this manual. Preface This maintenance manual describes how to perform hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7...
Maintenance Manual
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... in Chapter 4. Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual 2-17 Procedure 1 Test Program Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check Procedure 1 Test Program Check Execute the Keyboard test available as instructed. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in the test, go to Procedure 2. The CPU may be faulty. If an error is still an error, perform Check 2. The memory may be disconnected...
... in Chapter 4. Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual 2-17 Procedure 1 Test Program Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check Procedure 1 Test Program Check Execute the Keyboard test available as instructed. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in the test, go to Procedure 2. The CPU may be faulty. If an error is still an error, perform Check 2. The memory may be disconnected...
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... a new one following checks: Check 1 Make sure the cooling module has been firmly connected to perform the test. Procedure 1 Test Program Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check Procedure 1 Test Program Check Execute the Fan On/Off test program available as instructed. If there is still not functioning properly, perform Check 3. The memory may be defective. Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual...
... a new one following checks: Check 1 Make sure the cooling module has been firmly connected to perform the test. Procedure 1 Test Program Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check Procedure 1 Test Program Check Execute the Fan On/Off test program available as instructed. If there is still not functioning properly, perform Check 3. The memory may be defective. Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual...
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... 05 10:48:54 2005 Touch Pad Test ITEM TEST FAIL Function ID :502 Error Code :50202 Error Message :Touch Pad Test Fail End Time: Mon Jan 05 10:49:16 2005 : FAIL 32 Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual When a failure is a sample of log file: DIAG REPORT : Service Diagnostic Ver 1.00 ... In the Log file, we use Test Items as name...
... 05 10:48:54 2005 Touch Pad Test ITEM TEST FAIL Function ID :502 Error Code :50202 Error Message :Touch Pad Test Fail End Time: Mon Jan 05 10:49:16 2005 : FAIL 32 Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual When a failure is a sample of log file: DIAG REPORT : Service Diagnostic Ver 1.00 ... In the Log file, we use Test Items as name...
Maintenance Manual
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... all device are set expected value. Replace the CPU. 02xx Memory 01 Read Error The ROM BIOS has Physical Test this address. expected speed. 06 NPU General Function Error The NPU arithmetic unit is Intel CPU. 05 CPU Speed Error The CPU speed differs from the Check the CPU speed and the set to 99 in each device (the common error codes in multiple machines. Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual 63...
... all device are set expected value. Replace the CPU. 02xx Memory 01 Read Error The ROM BIOS has Physical Test this address. expected speed. 06 NPU General Function Error The NPU arithmetic unit is Intel CPU. 05 CPU Speed Error The CPU speed differs from the Check the CPU speed and the set to 99 in each device (the common error codes in multiple machines. Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual 63...
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... the system failure. After you to replace only one FRU. Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual 4-1 Then, remove the HDD, selectable bay module, Bluetooth card, keyboard, and wireless LAN card, all the surrounding FRUs to remove all of their physical locations. The chart below shows the FRUs in the order in a top-down manner, irrespective of which are shown above the LCD module. Next, according to this chart...
... the system failure. After you to replace only one FRU. Satellite A100/A105 / TECRA A7 Maintenance Manual 4-1 Then, remove the HDD, selectable bay module, Bluetooth card, keyboard, and wireless LAN card, all the surrounding FRUs to remove all of their physical locations. The chart below shows the FRUs in the order in a top-down manner, irrespective of which are shown above the LCD module. Next, according to this chart...
