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... the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for information on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for system operation and will be... few hours at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. 46 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the ...
... the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with its battery already installed. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for information on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with the computer turned off for system operation and will be... few hours at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. 46 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the ...
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... recognized the additional memory module. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the captive screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not ...force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in place. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra ...
... recognized the additional memory module. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the captive screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not ...force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in place. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra ...
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... a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 49), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System... at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main...
... a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 49), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System... at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main...
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... applicable to your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. For more than a month), the battery may cause the battery meter to be replaced. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. Use only batteries designed to work with your system), for...models and configurations tested by the design of publication. After a period of time, the battery will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at accessories.toshiba.com. If the computer is powered on. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it is consuming...
... applicable to your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. For more than a month), the battery may cause the battery meter to be replaced. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. Use only batteries designed to work with your system), for...models and configurations tested by the design of publication. After a period of time, the battery will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at accessories.toshiba.com. If the computer is powered on. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it is consuming...
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... without an AC power source, you may purchase a battery module for use in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. You can use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. Using additional batteries In addition to power the computer. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working.
... without an AC power source, you may purchase a battery module for use in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. You can use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. Using additional batteries In addition to power the computer. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working.
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... ( ) with the on certain models only) (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Power button System Indicator Lights AC power light On/off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Bridge Media Adapter light (on /off light flashes amber, it is suspended (using the ...the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it indicates that the system is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. When the on replacing the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for information on /off light (...
... ( ) with the on certain models only) (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Power button System Indicator Lights AC power light On/off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Bridge Media Adapter light (on /off light flashes amber, it is suspended (using the ...the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it indicates that the system is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. When the on replacing the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for information on /off light (...
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... into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can continue where you left off .... What to an optional secondary battery (if available for as long as a...
... into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can continue where you left off .... What to an optional secondary battery (if available for as long as a...
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...shape while it to fire. The battery pack could damage it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you should be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery only in the computer or in ...to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer. ❖ Do not incinerate a spent battery, as an approved option. ❖ When you install the battery pack, you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition ...
...shape while it to fire. The battery pack could damage it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you should be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery only in the computer or in ...to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer. ❖ Do not incinerate a spent battery, as an approved option. ❖ When you install the battery pack, you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition ...
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...certain applicable laws and regulations, it may be kind to our shared environment. Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by throwing it becomes damaged. Notice regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them in the trash. only: Perchlorate Material ...fire or electric shock. Check with all applicable laws and regulations. Use of a battery pack depends on the electrode during transportation to replace them. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you will finally lose their ability to explode and/or...
...certain applicable laws and regulations, it may be kind to our shared environment. Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by throwing it becomes damaged. Notice regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them in the trash. only: Perchlorate Material ...fire or electric shock. Check with all applicable laws and regulations. Use of a battery pack depends on the electrode during transportation to replace them. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you will finally lose their ability to explode and/or...
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... computer in a different room. If pressing any key to be interrupted, and the AC power light will be replaced (see "The computer is blinking. Once the battery has been tricklecharged, it is a diskette in the optional external diskette drive. If the trickle-charging does not prove... the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer. For more information see the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com and see "Charging batteries" on page 105. on again. Do not connect the AC adaptor....
... computer in a different room. If pressing any key to be interrupted, and the AC power light will be replaced (see "The computer is blinking. Once the battery has been tricklecharged, it is a diskette in the optional external diskette drive. If the trickle-charging does not prove... the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer. For more information see the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com and see "Charging batteries" on page 105. on again. Do not connect the AC adaptor....
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... on the computer. See "Removing the battery from the system batteries (battery, optional secondary battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Leave the AC adaptor and power cord/cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is consuming full power. Try replacing it will not begin charging immediately. The battery does not charge while the computer...
... on the computer. See "Removing the battery from the system batteries (battery, optional secondary battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Leave the AC adaptor and power cord/cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is consuming full power. Try replacing it will not begin charging immediately. The battery does not charge while the computer...
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...the external keyboard. You have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? You may be replaced. This is normal for other product information. 184 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Check...off automatically? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Is your Power Plans (see "Charging batteries" on page 112). After a period of the Start menu. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard ...
...the external keyboard. You have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? You may be replaced. This is normal for other product information. 184 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Check...off automatically? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Is your Power Plans (see "Charging batteries" on page 112). After a period of the Start menu. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard ...
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... but the drive tray does not slide out. Any dirt or foreign object can break off inside the computer and damage it clicks into place. Replace the disc in the drive. Press gently until it . Make sure the tray is connected to a power source and turned on the computer (for ...example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a pencil to the computer. Check the type of the optical drive tray. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD...
... but the drive tray does not slide out. Any dirt or foreign object can break off inside the computer and damage it clicks into place. Replace the disc in the drive. Press gently until it . Make sure the tray is connected to a power source and turned on the computer (for ...example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a pencil to the computer. Check the type of the optical drive tray. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD...
Maintenance Manual
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...hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite A200, referred to fasten screws securely with the right screwdriver. Improper repair of the wrong battery can cause the battery to explode. Satellite A200 Series Maintenance Manual [CONFIDENTIAL] iii Toshiba requires service technicians and ... fire. If you replace the battery pack or RTC battery, be italicized and identified as the M100 Series in this manual to bring important information to use only the same model battery or an equivalent battery recommended by Toshiba. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Four types of...
...hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite A200, referred to fasten screws securely with the right screwdriver. Improper repair of the wrong battery can cause the battery to explode. Satellite A200 Series Maintenance Manual [CONFIDENTIAL] iii Toshiba requires service technicians and ... fire. If you replace the battery pack or RTC battery, be italicized and identified as the M100 Series in this manual to bring important information to use only the same model battery or an equivalent battery recommended by Toshiba. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Four types of...
Maintenance Manual
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... and Diagnostics 3.1 The Diagnostic Test 3-3 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test 3-5 3.3 Display Configuration 3-9 3.4 Speaker Audio Test 3-10 3.5 Fan ON/OFF Test 3-11 3.6 Main Battery Charge Test 3-12 3.7 FDD Test 3-13 3.8 ODD Test 3-14 3.9 Keyboard Test 3-15 3.10 Mouse (Pad) Test 3-17 3.11 LCD Pixels Mode Test 3-19 ... EQ Type Check&Re-Write 3-26 3.17 Button Test 3-27 3.18 1st HDD Test 3-28 3.19 2nd HDD Test 3-31 3.20 Satellite LED Test 3-34 Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General 4.2 Battery 4.3 PC Card Satellite A200 Series Maintenance Manual [CONFIDENTIAL] vii
... and Diagnostics 3.1 The Diagnostic Test 3-3 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test 3-5 3.3 Display Configuration 3-9 3.4 Speaker Audio Test 3-10 3.5 Fan ON/OFF Test 3-11 3.6 Main Battery Charge Test 3-12 3.7 FDD Test 3-13 3.8 ODD Test 3-14 3.9 Keyboard Test 3-15 3.10 Mouse (Pad) Test 3-17 3.11 LCD Pixels Mode Test 3-19 ... EQ Type Check&Re-Write 3-26 3.17 Button Test 3-27 3.18 1st HDD Test 3-28 3.19 2nd HDD Test 3-31 3.20 Satellite LED Test 3-34 Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General 4.2 Battery 4.3 PC Card Satellite A200 Series Maintenance Manual [CONFIDENTIAL] vii
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2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting START Check Power Supply Status (Procedure 1) Are the DC-IN and Battery LEDs lit? Y es Replace system board Y es Run diagnostic program (Procedure 4) Perform internal connection No check (Procedure 5) END Figure 2-2 Power Supply Troubleshooting Process Satellite A200/A205/Pro A200 Series Maintenance Manual [CONFIDENTIAL] 9 No Are the internal power connections secure? Y es Check power supply connections (Procedure 3) No Replace adaptor / battery (Procedure 2) Can you turn the computer on?
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting START Check Power Supply Status (Procedure 1) Are the DC-IN and Battery LEDs lit? Y es Replace system board Y es Run diagnostic program (Procedure 4) Perform internal connection No check (Procedure 5) END Figure 2-2 Power Supply Troubleshooting Process Satellite A200/A205/Pro A200 Series Maintenance Manual [CONFIDENTIAL] 9 No Are the internal power connections secure? Y es Check power supply connections (Procedure 3) No Replace adaptor / battery (Procedure 2) Can you turn the computer on?
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... continue with the other Procedures as listed in discharging state Satellite A200/A205/Pro A200 Series Maintenance Manual 10 [CONFIDENTIAL] 2 Troubleshooting Procedures The power supply controls many functions and components. The procedures described in this section are: Procedure 1: Power status check Procedure 2: Adaptor / battery replacement Procedure 3: Power supply connection check Procedure 4: Diagnostic check Procedure...
... continue with the other Procedures as listed in discharging state Satellite A200/A205/Pro A200 Series Maintenance Manual 10 [CONFIDENTIAL] 2 Troubleshooting Procedures The power supply controls many functions and components. The procedures described in this section are: Procedure 1: Power status check Procedure 2: Adaptor / battery replacement Procedure 3: Power supply connection check Procedure 4: Diagnostic check Procedure...
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... supply status, install a battery pack and connect an AC adaptor to the DC-IN port on Off Table 2-2 DC-IN LED Power supply status AC power exists (LED is not lit, go to Procedure 2. 2 Troubleshooting Procedures AC-IN LED Solid on the computer and to a power supply. Satellite A200/A205/Pro A200 Series...
... supply status, install a battery pack and connect an AC adaptor to the DC-IN port on Off Table 2-2 DC-IN LED Power supply status AC power exists (LED is not lit, go to Procedure 2. 2 Troubleshooting Procedures AC-IN LED Solid on the computer and to a power supply. Satellite A200/A205/Pro A200 Series...
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...system board are not blown. If no problem is detected, the battery is blown, go to Check 3. If it with a new one following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures. Perform the following the procedures described in Chapter 4. Disassemble ...the system board. Reinstall the battery pack. 2. Check 2 Make sure that the fuses on the power, go to Procedure 5. 3. Satellite A200/A205/Pro A200 Series Maintenance Manual 13 [CONFIDENTIAL] Procedure 5 Replacement check The system board may not charge the battery pack. 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure...
...system board are not blown. If no problem is detected, the battery is blown, go to Check 3. If it with a new one following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures. Perform the following the procedures described in Chapter 4. Disassemble ...the system board. Reinstall the battery pack. 2. Check 2 Make sure that the fuses on the power, go to Procedure 5. 3. Satellite A200/A205/Pro A200 Series Maintenance Manual 13 [CONFIDENTIAL] Procedure 5 Replacement check The system board may not charge the battery pack. 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure...
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4 Replacement Procedures Chapter 4 Contents 4.1 General...4-1 4.2 Battery...4-7 4.3 PC Card...4-9 4.4 Memory Card...4-11 4.5 HDD ...4-13 4.6 Expansion Memory 4-18 4.7 Optical Drive Module 4-21 4.8 Optical Drive...4-23 4.9 Keyboard ...4-25 4.10 Display Assembly 4-28 4.11 Display ... USB Board ...4-53 4.22 MDC Card...4-55 4.23 Wireless Module 4-57 4.24 System Fan ...4-58 4.25 System Board ...4-60 4.26 VGA Board ...4-63 4.27 CPU ...4-66 Minnesota 10M/10MG Series Maintenance Manual 4-i
4 Replacement Procedures Chapter 4 Contents 4.1 General...4-1 4.2 Battery...4-7 4.3 PC Card...4-9 4.4 Memory Card...4-11 4.5 HDD ...4-13 4.6 Expansion Memory 4-18 4.7 Optical Drive Module 4-21 4.8 Optical Drive...4-23 4.9 Keyboard ...4-25 4.10 Display Assembly 4-28 4.11 Display ... USB Board ...4-53 4.22 MDC Card...4-55 4.23 Wireless Module 4-57 4.24 System Fan ...4-58 4.25 System Board ...4-60 4.26 VGA Board ...4-63 4.27 CPU ...4-66 Minnesota 10M/10MG Series Maintenance Manual 4-i