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... fax machine unless such message clearly contains in writing, to allow you to make any of your telephone line, as possible. In the event repairs are notified, you should be given the opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service. Disconnection If you should be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In order to the telephone network. The customer should ever...
... fax machine unless such message clearly contains in writing, to allow you to make any of your telephone line, as possible. In the event repairs are notified, you should be given the opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service. Disconnection If you should be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In order to the telephone network. The customer should ever...
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... memory replaced, it is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Do not try to operate the computer with a memory module in slot A. If this occurs, contact Toshiba's support center. A memory module must be lost. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65 3 Click Mouse Properties. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is recommended that you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. A message will be installed in slot...
... memory replaced, it is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Do not try to operate the computer with a memory module in slot A. If this occurs, contact Toshiba's support center. A memory module must be lost. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65 3 Click Mouse Properties. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is recommended that you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. A message will be installed in slot...
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.... 66 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, visit the Toshiba Web site at toshiba.com. Do not try to the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive has been turned on . 2. The computer was shut down using Standby mode. 3. Your system may want to increase the computer's memory if you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will become hot. Do not install or remove a memory module while...
.... 66 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, visit the Toshiba Web site at toshiba.com. Do not try to the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive has been turned on . 2. The computer was shut down using Standby mode. 3. Your system may want to increase the computer's memory if you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will become hot. Do not install or remove a memory module while...
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... with the Add Printer Wizard: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Select Printers and Faxes. The Printers and Faxes window appears. Setting up a printer Connecting a parallel printer To achieve the connection, you need a suitable cable, which may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your computer with your parallel...
... with the Add Printer Wizard: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Select Printers and Faxes. The Printers and Faxes window appears. Setting up a printer Connecting a parallel printer To achieve the connection, you need a suitable cable, which may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your computer with your parallel...
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... functions when you are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. the number and symbol keys are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes...
... functions when you are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. the number and symbol keys are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes...
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... to play . mode button Operating system is If a CD is in the drive, Media Player starts running and you press the power turns off and you If a CD is in CD/DVD DVD-ROM drive mode, you the Media Player and the digital audio press Play/Pause starts and the digital file begins to play . Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is off . 94...
... to play . mode button Operating system is If a CD is in the drive, Media Player starts running and you press the power turns off and you If a CD is in CD/DVD DVD-ROM drive mode, you the Media Player and the digital audio press Play/Pause starts and the digital file begins to play . Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is off . 94...
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...; Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with Networking) ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you change your computer starts. 210 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ The operating...
...; Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with Networking) ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you change your computer starts. 210 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ The operating...
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...) cache - hot key - (1) A feature in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of data equal to interact with any other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that holds 1.44 MB of computers or other on the network. A small image displayed on the motherboard to...
...) cache - hot key - (1) A feature in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of data equal to interact with any other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that holds 1.44 MB of computers or other on the network. A small image displayed on the motherboard to...
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... change/remove key assignments 198 drag-and-drop 196 keyboard 195 starting 195 using keyboard or pointing device 197 viewing key assignments 198 folders 138 displaying information 170 front panel 43 function keys 43, 84 H hardware conflicts 212 resolving 214 headphone jack 40 Help 160 Windows XP 211 Hibernation command 103 enabling 110 Hibernation mode 104 methods 111, 112, 240 hiding windows 147 hot key disabling/enabling TouchPad 242 display modes 241 display output settings 185 display settings 181 keyboard 242 keyboard...
... change/remove key assignments 198 drag-and-drop 196 keyboard 195 starting 195 using keyboard or pointing device 197 viewing key assignments 198 folders 138 displaying information 170 front panel 43 function keys 43, 84 H hardware conflicts 212 resolving 214 headphone jack 40 Help 160 Windows XP 211 Hibernation command 103 enabling 110 Hibernation mode 104 methods 111, 112, 240 hiding windows 147 hot key disabling/enabling TouchPad 242 display modes 241 display output settings 185 display settings 181 keyboard 242 keyboard...
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... and Play 214 ports external diskette drive 57 modem 41 monitor 40 Network 39 parallel 40 S-video 39 USB 39 power cable 60 cable connectors 243 computer will not start 208 light 45 monitoring 125 on/off button 42 problem solving 218 taking care of your battery 131 Power Management 201 running on batteries 203 power off guidelines 79 power usage mode 127 powering down the computer 102 options 102 power-on password 62 precautions 53...
... and Play 214 ports external diskette drive 57 modem 41 monitor 40 Network 39 parallel 40 S-video 39 USB 39 power cable 60 cable connectors 243 computer will not start 208 light 45 monitoring 125 on/off button 42 problem solving 218 taking care of your battery 131 Power Management 201 running on batteries 203 power off guidelines 79 power usage mode 127 powering down the computer 102 options 102 power-on password 62 precautions 53...
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... low battery 127 mode 45, 104 Standby command 104 Standby mode hot key 239 Start button 137 starting a program 87 Startup menu problem solving 210 sticky key 194 stop/eject button 47 support for Windows 137 system indicator panel 45 System Restore 159 System Setup 209 System Tools 159 system tools Disk Defragmenter 223 Error-checking 222 system tray 138 T taskbar 138, 148 customizing 165 telephone line connecting the modem 101 television adjusting display...
... low battery 127 mode 45, 104 Standby command 104 Standby mode hot key 239 Start button 137 starting a program 87 Startup menu problem solving 210 sticky key 194 stop/eject button 47 support for Windows 137 system indicator panel 45 System Restore 159 System Setup 209 System Tools 159 system tools Disk Defragmenter 223 Error-checking 222 system tray 138 T taskbar 138, 148 customizing 165 telephone line connecting the modem 101 television adjusting display...
Maintenance Manual
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.... The instructions and descriptions it contains are registered trademarks of Toshiba. Trademarks Intel, Intel SpeedStep and Pentium are subject to the use of this manual cannot be reproduced in the United States and other countries/regions. Windows and Microsoft are accurate for the TOSHIBA A20 Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of the information contained herein. ii Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960...
.... The instructions and descriptions it contains are registered trademarks of Toshiba. Trademarks Intel, Intel SpeedStep and Pentium are subject to the use of this manual cannot be reproduced in the United States and other countries/regions. Windows and Microsoft are accurate for the TOSHIBA A20 Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of the information contained herein. ii Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960...
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... strictly. WARNING: "Warning" indicates the existence of these messages will be sure to use only the same model battery or an equivalent battery recommended by Toshiba. Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960-444) iii Toshiba requires service technicians and authorized dealers or service providers to ensure the following safety precautions are intended to help service technicians isolate faulty Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) and replace them in bodily...
... strictly. WARNING: "Warning" indicates the existence of these messages will be sure to use only the same model battery or an equivalent battery recommended by Toshiba. Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960-444) iii Toshiba requires service technicians and authorized dealers or service providers to ensure the following safety precautions are intended to help service technicians isolate faulty Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) and replace them in bodily...
Maintenance Manual
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... 2.12 Sound Troubleshooting Table 2-3 Printer port LED boot mode status (2/8) LED Status (B3h) Test item B5h Display initialization B6h Second controller initialization Message DRAM configuration Enable L1 cache Memory clear Transition to real mode, coping BIOS on RAM Storing key scan code Setting TASK_1ms_TSC Display initialization FAN control Sound controller initialization (for beep) Enabling system speaker Disabling mute Setting the volume to max Display of message (EC/KBC UPDATE/DAMAGED, BIOS UPDATE/DAMAGED) Key input Disabling USB Sound beep Waiting for key input Reading...
... 2.12 Sound Troubleshooting Table 2-3 Printer port LED boot mode status (2/8) LED Status (B3h) Test item B5h Display initialization B6h Second controller initialization Message DRAM configuration Enable L1 cache Memory clear Transition to real mode, coping BIOS on RAM Storing key scan code Setting TASK_1ms_TSC Display initialization FAN control Sound controller initialization (for beep) Enabling system speaker Disabling mute Setting the volume to max Display of message (EC/KBC UPDATE/DAMAGED, BIOS UPDATE/DAMAGED) Key input Disabling USB Sound beep Waiting for key input Reading...
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2.12 Sound Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Table 2-3 Printer port LED boot mode status (7/8) LED Status 13h 15h 16h 17h 18h 19h 1Ah 1Bh 1Ch Test item System memory initialization * LED=14h when an error is detected in check of exceptional cases in protected mode DMA Page Register check DMAC check DMAC initialization Printer port check SIO check Boot password Extension I/O ROM check Pre Boot Setup Message Initialization of conventional memory (Reboot) DMA...
2.12 Sound Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Table 2-3 Printer port LED boot mode status (7/8) LED Status 13h 15h 16h 17h 18h 19h 1Ah 1Bh 1Ch Test item System memory initialization * LED=14h when an error is detected in check of exceptional cases in protected mode DMA Page Register check DMAC check DMAC initialization Printer port check SIO check Boot password Extension I/O ROM check Pre Boot Setup Message Initialization of conventional memory (Reboot) DMA...
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... Bluetooth initialization Update of DMI Wakeup factor and SM-BIOS structure table Closing the configuration space for PCI device Cache control Update of parameter block A Process related to CPU Setting CPU clock to setup specification Waiting for motor of f of the disabled HDD Final decision of the USB FDD drive information Process after Pre Boot Setup Clearing the power status button Enabling the power button Measure against the operation failure of USB at high temperature 2-30 Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual...
... Bluetooth initialization Update of DMI Wakeup factor and SM-BIOS structure table Closing the configuration space for PCI device Cache control Update of parameter block A Process related to CPU Setting CPU clock to setup specification Waiting for motor of f of the disabled HDD Final decision of the USB FDD drive information Process after Pre Boot Setup Clearing the power status button Enabling the power button Measure against the operation failure of USB at high temperature 2-30 Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual...
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2.9 DVD-ROM and CD-RW/DVD-ROM Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.9 CD-RW/DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R/-RW, and DVD Multi Drive Troubleshooting This section describes how to activate the eject mechanism. 3. Open the CD/DVD drawer by RICOH or Mitsubishi Chemical are recommended). For the CD-RW test, use CD-RW media that supports four-speed writing (media manufactured by inserting a slender object such as required. Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960-444) 2-45 Procedure 1: Drive Cleaning...
2.9 DVD-ROM and CD-RW/DVD-ROM Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.9 CD-RW/DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R/-RW, and DVD Multi Drive Troubleshooting This section describes how to activate the eject mechanism. 3. Open the CD/DVD drawer by RICOH or Mitsubishi Chemical are recommended). For the CD-RW test, use CD-RW media that supports four-speed writing (media manufactured by inserting a slender object such as required. Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960-444) 2-45 Procedure 1: Drive Cleaning...
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... supported PS-System Sending Error For AC-Adopter Sending Error For 1st Battery Sending Error For 2nd Battery Thormistor error (1) Thormistor error (2) Thormistor error (3) RAM Parity Error Protected Mode Not Changed Cache Memory Error USB-NO DESCR. ERROR (Top 8B) HUB-GET DESCR. ERROR (DESCR.) HUB-SET FEATURE ERROR (P ON) HUB-GET STATUS ERROR HUB-SET FEATURE ERROR (RESET) HUB-CLEAR FEATURE ERROR HUB-CLEAR FEATURE1 ERROR HUB-SET FEATURE ERROR (Eanab.) HUB-CLEAR FEATURE2 ERROR USB-OVER COUNT ERROR USB-GET DESCR. ERROR (SECOND) 3-52 Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual...
... supported PS-System Sending Error For AC-Adopter Sending Error For 1st Battery Sending Error For 2nd Battery Thormistor error (1) Thormistor error (2) Thormistor error (3) RAM Parity Error Protected Mode Not Changed Cache Memory Error USB-NO DESCR. ERROR (Top 8B) HUB-GET DESCR. ERROR (DESCR.) HUB-SET FEATURE ERROR (P ON) HUB-GET STATUS ERROR HUB-SET FEATURE ERROR (RESET) HUB-CLEAR FEATURE ERROR HUB-CLEAR FEATURE1 ERROR HUB-SET FEATURE ERROR (Eanab.) HUB-CLEAR FEATURE2 ERROR USB-OVER COUNT ERROR USB-GET DESCR. ERROR (SECOND) 3-52 Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual...
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... Full Time Out Parity Error Framing Error Overrun Error Line Status Error Modem Status Error Bad Command Error Address Mark Not Found Record Not Found HDC Not Reset Error Drive Not Initialized HDC Overrun (DRQ) DMA Boundary Error Bad Sector Bad Track Error ECC Error ECC Recover Enable HDC Error Seek Error Time Out Error Drive Not Ready Undefined Error Write Fault Status Error Access Time Out Error No HDD Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960-444) 3-53
... Full Time Out Parity Error Framing Error Overrun Error Line Status Error Modem Status Error Bad Command Error Address Mark Not Found Record Not Found HDC Not Reset Error Drive Not Initialized HDC Overrun (DRQ) DMA Boundary Error Bad Sector Bad Track Error ECC Error ECC Recover Enable HDC Error Seek Error Time Out Error Drive Not Ready Undefined Error Write Fault Status Error Access Time Out Error No HDD Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960-444) 3-53
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... insulator covering the memory slots. 2. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module(s) or on the system board. Grasp the memory module and pull it out to remove the memory module from PJ1400 (Slot A) or PJ1401 (Slot B) on the computer. Debris on two latches. Turn up . 3. Press out on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 1. 4.11 Memory Module 4 Replacement Procedures 4.11 Memory Module Removing a Memory Module To remove a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode and powered...
... insulator covering the memory slots. 2. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module(s) or on the system board. Grasp the memory module and pull it out to remove the memory module from PJ1400 (Slot A) or PJ1401 (Slot B) on the computer. Debris on two latches. Turn up . 3. Press out on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 1. 4.11 Memory Module 4 Replacement Procedures 4.11 Memory Module Removing a Memory Module To remove a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode and powered...