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Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures. Acronyms On the first appearance and whenever necessary for clarification acronyms are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM) Keys ...

Table of Contents Chapter 1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features ...................................................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 System Block Diagram ................................................................................................

2.12 LAN Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 2-53 2.13 Sound Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 2-54 2.14 Wireless LAN Troubleshooting ...................

Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 Overview .................................................................................................................... 4-1 4.2 Battery Pack/PC Card ............................................................................................... 4-8 4.3 Memo...

Appendices Appendix A Handling the LCD Module ........................................................................ A-1 Appendix B Board Layout ............................................................................................. B-1 Appendix C Pin Assignment ................................

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1 Hardware Overview 1 Hardware Overview 1-ii Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445)

1 Hardware Overview 1-iv Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) Figures Figure 1-1 Front of the computer and the system units configuration ............................ 1-4 Figure 1-2 System block diagram....................................................................

1.1 Features 1 Hardware Overview 1 Features 1.1 Features The Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 is a high performance all-in-one PC running a Pentium 4 or Celeron processor. There are five models of Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 according to the combination of CPU and LCD. Table 1-1...

1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features Figure 1-1 shows the front of the computer and the system units configuration. PJ1440 PJ1420 Optical drive PJ1800 PJ8800 Wireless LAN antenna (left) Wireless LAN antenna (right) Memory 0 Memory 1 Mini PCI HDD PJ1801 PJ2001 PJ3000 PJ3203 PC Card MDC Debug Port Keyboar...

1.2 System Block Diagram 1 Hardware Overview 1.2 System Block Diagram Figure 1-2 shows the system block diagram. Exp.Memory 128/256/ 512MB Exp.Memory 128/256/512MB CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Combo, Combo+2, DVD-Multi Figure 1-2 System Block Diagram Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (...

1.3 3.5-inch USB Floppy Disk Drive 1 Hardware Overview 1.3 3.5-inch USB Floppy Disk Drive This compact, lightweight and high-reliability FDD can be used with 720KB, 1.2MB and 1.44MB floppy disks. Figure 1-3 shows the 3.5-inch FDD. Table 1-2 lists the specifications. Figure 1-3 3.5-inch USB FDD Table...

1.4 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive 1 Hardware Overview Table 1-3 2.5-inch HDD dimensions (3/3) Standard HITACHI Item G8BC0000F210 G8BC0000F310 G8BC0000F410 G8BC0000F610 Width (mm) 70 Height (mm) 9.5 Depth (mm) 100.0 Weight (g) 91 95 Table 1-4 2.5-inch HDD Specifications (1/3) Specifications Item TOSHIBA H...

1 Hardware Overview 1.4 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Table 1-4 2.5-inch HDD Specifications (2/3) Specifications Item IBM G8BC0000Z310 G8BC0000Z410 G8BC0000Z610 Storage size (formatted) 30GB 40GB 60GB Rotation speed (RPM) 4,200 Data transfer rate (MB/s) - Interface transfer rate (MB/s) 100 Storage densit...

1.5 CD-ROM Drive 1 Hardware Overview 1.5 CD-ROM Drive The CD-ROM drive accommodates either 12 cm (4.72-inch) or 8 cm (3.15-inch) CD. It is a high-performance drive that reads at maximum 24-speed (3,600 KB per second). The CD-ROM drive is shown in Figure 1-5. The specifications of the CD-ROM drive ar...

1.6 DVD-ROM Drive 1 Hardware Overview Table 1-6 DVD-ROM drive dimensions (1/2) Specifications Toshiba G8CC0000R810 Item DVD-ROM CD-ROM DVD-RAM Burst data transfer rate (MB/s) 16.7 (PIO Mode 4) 16.7 (Multi-word DMA Mode 2) 33.3 (Ultra DMA Mode 2) Average random access time (ms) 100 95 170 Average ran...

1 Hardware Overview 1.7 Combo Drive 1.7 Combo Drive The Combo drive accommodates either 12 cm (4.72-inch) or 8 cm (3.15-inch) CD, CD-R/RW and DVD. It is a high-performance drive that reads DVD at maximum 8-speed, and reads CD at maximum 24-speed (3,600 KB per second). The Combo drive is shown in Fig...

1.8 Combo+2 drive 1 Hardware Overview 1.8 Combo+2 drive The Combo+2 drive accommodates either 12 cm (4.72-inch) or 8 cm (3.15-inch) CD, CD-R/RW and DVD. It is a high-performance drive that reads DVD at maximum 8-speed, writes DVD-R/-RW at 1-speed, and reads CD at maximum 24-speed (3,600 KB per secon...

1 Hardware Overview 1.9 DVD Multi drive 1.9 DVD Multi drive The DVD Multi drive accommodates either 12 cm (4.72-inch) or 8 cm (3.15-inch) CD, CD-R/RW and DVD. It is a high-performance drive that reads DVD at maximum 8-speed, writes DVD-R/-RW at 1-speed, and reads CD at maximum 24-speed (3,600 KB per...

1 Hardware Overview 1.11 TFT Color Display 1.11 TFT Color Display The TFT color display has a 14.1-inch (XGA) or 15.0-inch (XGA, SXGA+) LCD module and the FL inverter board. 1.11.1 LCD Module The LCD module used for the TFT color display uses a backlight as the light source and can display a maximum...

1.11 TFT Color Display 1 Hardware Overview Table 1-10 LCD module specifications (14.1-inch XGA TFT) (1/3) Specifications Item G33C00012210, G33C00013110, G33C00014110, VF2093P01, VF2058P01, VF2048P01, VF2062P01 Number of Dots 1,024(W) x 768(H) Dot spacing (mm) 0.279(H) x 0.279(V) Display range (mm) ...

1 Hardware Overview 1.11 TFT Color Display 1.11.2 FL Inverter Board The FL inverter board supplies a high frequency current to illuminate the LCD module FL. Table 1-11 lists the FL inverter board specifications. Table 1-11 FL inverter board specifications Item Specifications Voltage (V) DC5 Input Po...

1 Hardware Overview 1.12 Power Supply Table 1-12 Power supply output rating Name Voltage [V] Name/Use PPV 1.30 - 1.00 CPU, Montara-GML, ICH4-M 1R5-C1V 1.5 Power 1.5V&1.2V 1R5-S1V 1.5 ICH4-M LAN1R5-E1V 1.5 ICH4-M (LAN) 1R5-P1V 1.5 Montara-GML, ICH4-M 1R2-P1V 1.2 Montara-GML 1R2VID-P1V 1.2 CPU 2R5...

1 Hardware Overview 1.13 Batteries 1.13.2 Battery Charging Control Battery charging is controlled by a power supply microprocessor. The power supply microprocessor controls power supply and detects a full charge when the AC adaptor and battery are connected to the computer. Battery Charge When the A...

1.13 Batteries 1 Hardware Overview 1.13.3 RTC Battery The RTC battery provides the power supply to maintain the date, time, and other system information in memory. Table 1-15 lists the Time required for charges of RTC battery. Table 1-16 Time required for charges of RTC battery Condition Time Power ...

1 Hardware Overview 1.14 AC Adapter 1-30 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 1.14 AC Adapter The AC adapter is used to charge the battery. Table 1-17 lists the AC adapter specifications. Table 1-17 AC adapter specifications Item Specifications G71C00002T G71C00002S ...

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2 Troubleshooting Procedures Chapter 2 Contents 2.1 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 2-1 2.2 Troubleshooting Flowchart ........................................................................................ 2-2...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.2 Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.2 Troubleshooting Flowchart Use the flowchart in Figure 2-1 as a guide for determining which troubleshooting procedure is executed. Before going through the flowchart steps, check the following: Make sure that Toshiba Windows ® 2000/XP-HE/...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.2 Troubleshooting Flowchart Do typed characters appear correctly? 1 Perform the Keyboard Troubleshooting Procedures in section 2.7. No Yes Insert the diagnostic disk into FDD and run the diagnostics test program. (The reboot of the PC is needed.) Perform the 3.5”Floppy...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting 2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting The power supply controller controls many functions and components. To determine if the power supply is functioning properly, start with Procedure 1 and continue with the other Procedures as instructed. Th...

2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Table 2-2 DC IN icon DC IN icon Power supply status Lights green DC power is being supplied from the AC adapter. Blinks orange Power supply malfunction *1 Doesn’t light Any condition other than those above. *1 When the power supply contro...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting Procedure 2 Error Code Check If the power supply microprocessor detects a malfunction, the DC IN icon blinks orange. The blink pattern indicates an error as shown below. Start Off for 2 seconds Error code (8 bit) “1” ON for one second “0”...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting 1R25-B1V output Error code Meaning D0h 1R25-B1V voltage is over 1.50V when the computer is powered on/off. D1h 1R25-B1V voltage is 1.063V or less when the computer is powered on. D2h 1R25-B1V voltage is 1.063V or less when the computer is...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting Procedure 3 Connection Check The wiring diagram related to the power supply is shown below: Battery pack System Board PowerCord AC adapter Any of the connectors may be disconnected. Perform Check 1. Check 1 Make sure the AC adapter and th...

2.3 Power Supply Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure 5 Replacement Check The power is supplied to the system board by the AC adapter. If either the AC adapter or the system board was damaged, perform the following Checks. To disassemble the computer, follow the steps described in ...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.4 System Board Troubleshooting 2.4 System Board Troubleshooting This section describes how to determine if the system board is defective. Start with Procedure 1 and continue with the other procedures as instructed. The procedures described in this section are: Procedur...

2.4 System Board Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure 1 Message Check When the power is turned on, the system performs the Initial Reliability Test (IRT) installed in the BIOS ROM. The IRT tests each IC on the system board and initializes it. If an error message is shown on the dis...

2.4 System Board Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure 2 Printer Port LED Check on Boot Mode The printer port LED displays the IRT status and test status by turning lights on and off as an eight-digit binary value for boot mode. Figure 2-2 shows the printer port LED. Figure 2-2 Prin...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.4 System Board Troubleshooting To use the printer port LED, follow the steps below: System Board PJ3202 Printer PortLED 1. Turn on the computer’s power and set it to boot mode. 2. Turn off the computer’s power. 3. Plug the printer port LED into the parallel port. 4. Wh...

2.4 System Board Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Table 2-3 Printer port LED boot mode status (1/8) LED Status Test item Contents Start Clear of software reset bit Prohibition of APIC Initialization of MCHM Initialization of ICHM Initialization of Super I/O Initialization of debug port D...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.4 System Board Troubleshooting Procedure 3 Printer Port LED Check on Suspend/Resume Mode The printer port LED displays the IRT status and error status by turning lights on and off as an eight-digit binary value after turning on of the power. To use the printer port LED...

2.4 System Board Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Table 2-4 Printer port LED suspend mode error status (1/3) LED Status Test item Contents Sets the parallel port to D0 state. 2Bh Release resources used for identification of fingerprint. (For model supporting the fingerprint identificatio...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.4 System Board Troubleshooting Table 2-5 Printer port LED resume mode error status (3/4) LED status Test item Contents 25h Recovery of each device(3) Recovery of COM register Recovery of DMAC register PnP Resume processing 2 Turns the disabled HDD motor off. 26h Waitin...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.4 System Board Troubleshooting 2-38 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) Procedure 4 Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check Execute the following tests from the Diagnostic Test Menu. These tests check the system board. Refer to Chapter...

2.5 3.5” FDD Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2 2.5 3.5” FDD Troubleshooting This section describes how to determine if the 3.5” FDD is functioning properly. Perform the steps below starting with Procedure 1 and continuing with the other procedures as required. Procedure 1: FDD Head Clea...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.5 3.5” FDD Troubleshooting Procedure 2 Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check Insert the Diagnostics Disk in the USB FDD, turn on the computer and run the test. Refer to Chapter 3, Tests and Diagnostics, for more information about the diagnostics test procedures. Make...

2.5 3.5” FDD Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure 3 Connector Check and Replacement Check The USB connector may be disconnected from the system board. Check visually that the connector is connected firmly. Check 1 Make sure the following cable and connector are firmly connected to ...

2.6 2.5” HDD Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure 2 Message Check When the power is turned on, the system performs the Initial Reliability Test (IRT) installed in the BIOS ROM. When the test detects an error, an error message is displayed on the screen. Make sure of no floppy disk ...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.6 2.5” HDD Troubleshooting Procedure 3 Format Check The computer’s HDD is formatted using the MS-DOS FORMAT program or the physical format program of the test program. To format the HDD, start with Check 1 below and perform the other steps as required. Refer to the MS-...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.6 2.5” HDD Troubleshooting Procedure 5 Connector Check and Replacement Check The HDD is connected to the connector of the system board. The connecting portion may be disconnected. Disassemble the computer following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedur...

2.7 Keyboard Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.7 Keyboard Troubleshooting To determine if the computer’s keyboard is functioning properly, perform the following procedures. Start with Procedure 1 and continue with the other procedures as instructed. Procedure 1: Diagnostic Test Program ...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.8 Display Troubleshooting 2.8 Display Troubleshooting This section describes how to determine if the computer’s display is functioning properly. Start with Procedure 1 and continue with the other procedures as instructed. Procedure 1: Diagnostic Test Program Execution ...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.9 Touch Pad Troubleshooting 2.9 Touch Pad Troubleshooting To determine whether the Touch Pad is faulty or not, perform the following procedures: Procedure 1: Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check Procedure 2: Connector and Cable Check Procedure 3: Replacement Check P...

2.10 Optical Drive Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.10 Optical Drive Troubleshooting To check if the optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Combo, Combo+2 or DVD Multi drive) is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Diagnostic Test...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.11 Modem Troubleshooting 2.11 Modem Troubleshooting To check if the modem is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check Pr...

2.12 LAN Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.12 LAN Troubleshooting To check if the computer’s LAN is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Che...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.13 Sound Troubleshooting 2.13 Sound Troubleshooting To check if the sound function is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check Procedure 2 Connector Check Procedure 3 Rep...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.14 Wireless LAN Troubleshooting 2.14 Wireless LAN Troubleshooting This section describes how to determine if the computer's Wireless LAN is functioning properly. Perform the steps below starting with Procedure 1 and continuing with the other procedures as required. Pro...

2.14 Wireless LAN Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure 2 Antennas' Connection Check The wireless LAN function-wiring diagram is shown below: Antenna Cable Wireless LAN Antenna (Right) Wireless LAN Antenna (Left) Mini PCI System Board PJ2200 Any of the connections may be disconnecte...

2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.14 Wireless LAN Troubleshooting Procedure 3 Antenna Check Check 1 Use an antenna test cable to check the antennas' connection. Follow the steps below: 1. Remove the Mini PCI slot cover and lift it off. Refer to Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures , for detailed steps of ...

2.14 Wireless LAN Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures Procedure 4 Replacement Check The Mini PCI card and the system board are connected. Any of these components may be damaged. Refer to Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures, for instructions on how to disassemble the computer and then perform ...

3 Tests and Diagnostics Chapter 3 Contents 3.1 The Diagnostic Test ................................................................................................... 3-1 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test ................................................................................... 3-3 3.3 Sub...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3-iv Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 3.24 Running Test ............................................................................................................ 3-58 3.24.1 Function Description ............................................

3.1 The Diagnostic Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.1 The Diagnostic Test This chapter explains how to use the Diagnostic Test program to test the functions of the computer’s hardware modules. The Diagnostic Programs are stored on the Diagnostic Disks. There are Service Program...

3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test To start the DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAM, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer and connect a USB FDD to the computer. Insert the Diagnostics disk (No.1) in the floppy disk drive. 2. Turn on the computer by pre...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test To execute the DIAGNOSTIC TEST MENU from the DIAGNOSTICS MENU, set the highlight bar to 1, and press Enter . The following DIAGNOSTIC TEST MENU will appear: TOSHIBA Personal Computer XXXXXX DIAGNOSTICS version X.XX (C) Copyright TOSHIBA Corp....

3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics 4. Select the option you want to execute and press Enter . When you select 1- SYSTEM TEST , the following message will appear: SYSTEM TEST NAME XXXXXXX xxxxxxx DIAGNOSTIC TEST VX.XX [Ctrl]+[Break] ; test end [Ctrl]+[C] ; key stop SUB-TEST : X...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test Use the up and down arrow keys to move the cursor to “ ERROR STOP ”. Use the right and left arrow keys to move the cursor to the desired option and press Enter . Selecting YES of ERROR STOP stops the test program when an error is found and di...

3.3 Subtest Names 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.3 Subtest Names Table 3-1 lists the subtest names for each test program in the DIAGNOSTIC TEST MENU. Table 3-1 Subtest names (1/2) No. Test Name Subtest No. Subtest Name 1 SYSTEM 01 02 04 05 06 07 08 10 11 ROM checksum Geyserville Fan ON/OFF Thermister Che...

3.4 System Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.4 System Test To execute the System Test, select 1 from the DIAGNOSTIC TEST MENU, press Enter and follow the directions on the screen. Move the highlight bar to the subtest you want to execute and press Enter . Subtest 01 ROM Checksum This subtest executes a...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.4 System Test Subtest 07 DMI read The information in the Flash-ROM is displayed in the following format. *** DMI Data Display Ver X.XX *** Model Name :XXXXXXXXX Version Number :XXXXXX-XXXXX Serial Number :XXXXXXXXXX Model Number :XXXXXXXXXXXX PCN/BND Number :XXX UUID Number...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.6 Keyboard Test 3.6 Keyboard Test To execute the Keyboard Test, select 3 from the DIAGNOSTIC TEST MENU, press Enter and follow the directions on the screen. The Keyboard test contains some subtests that test the computer’s keyboard and Touch pad actions. Move the highlight ...

3.6 Keyboard Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics Subtest 03 PS/2 Mouse Connect Check NOTE : 1. The touch pad and the PS/2 mouse cannot be tested simultaneously. Select the PS/2 mouse in the SETUP setting. 2.To execute the PS/2 mouse connect check, a PS/2 mouse must be connected to the computer before the p...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.6 Keyboard Test ***** IPS TEST PROGRAM ( Vx.xx) ***** <POINTING> <PARAMETER> STATUS:0000h ■■ X-RATE:0000h ■■■■ Y-RATE:0000h ■■■■■■ ■■■■■■ ■■■■ <BUTTON> ■■ (1) (2) <<Press BUTTON1 + BUTTON2 THEN END>> <BUTTON> (1) (2) ***** IPS TEST PROGRA...

3.7 Display Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics Subtest 04 Gradation & Mode test for VGA This subtest displays gradations for following modes. To change the mode, press Enter . [Mode 12] [Mode 13] [Mode 3] [Mode 111 640*480 64K] [Mode 112 640*480 16M] [Mode 114 800*600 64K] [Mode 115 800*600 16M] [Mode...

3.8 Floppy Disk Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.8 Floppy Disk Test NOTE : Before running the floppy disk test, prepare a formatted work disk. Remove the Diagnostics Disk and insert the work disk into the FDD. Otherwise, the contents of the floppy disk will be erased. To execute the Floppy Disk Test, ...

3.9 Printer Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.9 Printer Test To execute the Printer Test, select 6 from the DIAGNOSTIC TEST MENU, press Enter and follow the directions on the screen. The Printer Test contains subtests that test the output of the printer connected to the computer. The following messages...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.11 Hard Disk Test 3.11 Hard Disk Test To execute the Hard Disk Test, select 8 from the DIAGNOSTIC TEST MENU, press Enter , and follow the directions on the screen. The hard disk test contains subtests that test the hard disk drive functions. Move the highlight bar to the su...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.11 Hard Disk Test Subtest 04 Cross talk & peak shift This subtest writes eight types of worst pattern data (listed below) to a cylinder, then reads the data while moving from cylinder to cylinder (to check the data interference in the neighbor track) to compare. Worst p...

3.12 Real Timer Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.12 Real Timer Test To execute the Real Timer Test, select 9 from the DIAGNOSTIC TEST MENU, press Enter and follow the directions on the screen. The real timer test contains subtests that test the computer’s real timer functions. Move the highlight bar t...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.14 Expansion Test 3.14 Expansion Test To execute the expansion test, select 11 from the DIAGNOSTICS TEST MENU, press Enter and follow the directions on the screen. Move the highlight bar to the subtest you want to execute and press Enter . NOTE: To execute this subtest, the...

3.16 LAN Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.16 LAN Test To execute the LAN test, select 14-LAN TEST from the DIAGNOSTICS TEST MENU, press Enter and follow the directions on the screen. Move the highlight bar to the subtest you want to execute and press Enter . Subtest 01 LAN MAC ADDRESS DISPLAY This sub...

3.17 Sound/LAN/Modem Test 3 Tests and Diagnostics Subtest 03 Modem Test For this subtest, connect the modem PCB and RJ11 connector with a harness. This subtest contains the following tests. Use the dedicated “FAT-MODE inspection device (product code: QE2000P01 made by Nitto Denki Seisakusyo)” for th...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.18 Wireless LAN Test (Agere) 3.18 Wireless LAN Test (Agere) This section describes how to perform the Agere wireless LAN transmitting-receiving test with the test program. NOTE: Use another computer (with Agere wireless LAN card) that can communicate by the wireless LAN as ...

3.18 Wireless LAN Test (Agere) 3 Tests and Diagnostics Subtest 01 Transmit & Receive test This sub test checks transmit and receive functions. Transmit test Press 1 to select the test and press Enter in the target machine as a responder. The following message will appear: #######################...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.18 Wireless LAN Test (Agere) When the machine has passed the test, “OK” message will appear in the test machine. Then press Enter in the target machine; the “OK” message will appear also in the target machine. Press Enter to return to the main menu. Receive test In receive ...

3.18 Wireless LAN Test (Agere) 3 Tests and Diagnostics Press 0 to select the test and press Enter in the target machine. The following message will appear: ############################################################## #### Wireless LAN sub system repair test VX.XX #### #############################...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.18 Wireless LAN Test (Agere) Subtest 02 Mac Address test This subtest reads MAC Address. If there is no problem, the “OK” message will appear. Subtest 03 Wireless LAN (WEP64/128) test This subtest reads the WEP of the wireless LAN card installed in the target machine. A mes...

3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.19 Wireless LAN Test (Atheros) Setting the responder machine NOTE: Release the write-protection of the floppy disk for the test. Insert a floppy disk containing the test program into the floppy disk drive of the responder machine and turn on the responder machine. The Wirel...

3.19 Wireless LAN Test (Atheros) 3 Tests and Diagnostics Satellite A10/TECRA A10/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 3-49 When the tester machine has passed the test, "OK" message will appear in the tester machine. Press Enter to return to the main menu. When the tester machine ha...

3.20 Error Code and Error Status Names 3 and Diagnostics 3 and Diagnostic 3.20 Error Code and Error Status Names s Table 3-2 lists the error codes and error status names for the Diagnostic Test. Table 3-2 Error codes and error status names (1/3) Device name Error code Error status name (Common) FF D...

3.20 Error Code and Error Status Names 3 and Diagnostics Table 3-2 Error codes and error status names (2/3) Device name Error code Error status name FDD 01 02 03 04 06 08 09 10 20 40 60 80 EE Bad Command Error Address Mark Not Found Write Protected Record Not Found Media Removed DMA Overrun Error DM...

3 and Diagnostics 3.20 Error Code and Error Status Names DA No HDD 3-52 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445)

3.20 Error Code and Error Status Names 3 and Diagnostics Table 3-2 Error codes and error status names (3/3) Device name Error code Error status name PCMCIA C1 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 CB CD CE CF ADDRESS LINE ERROR CE#2 LINE ERROR DATA LINE ERROR WAIT LINE ERROR BSY# LINE ERROR BVD1 LINE ERROR ZV Port ERROR N...

3 and Diagnostics 3.21 Hard Disk Test Detail Status 3.21 Hard Disk Test Detail Status When an error occurs in the hard disk test, the following message is displayed: HDC status = XXXX Detailed information about the hard disk test error is displayed on the screen by a four-digit number. The hard disk...

3 and Diagnostics 3.22 FDD Cleaning 3.22 FDD Cleaning 3.22.1 Function Description This function cleans the heads in the 3.5-inch FDD by executing a series of head load/seek and read operations. A cleaning disk is necessary to perform this program. 3.22.2 Operations 1. Selecting test 4 from the DIAGN...

3.23 Log Utilities 3 and Diagnostics 3.23 Log Utilities 3.23.1 Function Description This function logs error information generated while a test is in progress and stores the results in RAM. This function can store data on a floppy disk or output the data to a display or a printer. If the power switc...

3 and Diagnostics 3.24 Running Test 4. Select Yes or No and press Enter . The following message will appear: Mount the work disk(s) on the drive(s), then press [Enter] key. [Warning : The contents of the disk(s) will be destroyed] 5. This program is executed continuously. To terminate the program, p...

3.25 Floppy Disk Drive Utilities 3 and Diagnostics 3.25 Floppy Disk Drive Utilities 3.25.1 Function Description This function formats the FDD, copies the floppy disk and displays the dump list for both the FDD and HDD. 1. FORMAT NOTE : This program is only for testing a floppy disk drive. The option...

3 and Diagnostics 3.25 Floppy Disk Drive Utilities 3.25.2 Operations 1. Selecting 7 from the DIAGNOSTIC MENU and pressing Enter displays the following message: [ FDD UTILITIES ] 1 - FORMAT 2 - COPY 3 - DUMP 4 - HDD-ID READ 9 - EXIT TO DIAGNOSTICS MENU 2. FORMAT program (a) Selecting FORMAT displays ...

3.25 Floppy Disk Drive Utilities 3 and Diagnostics 3. COPY program (a) When COPY is selected, the following message appears: FLOPPY DISK FORMAT & COPY : VX.XX Type select (0:2DD,3:2HD) ? (b) Select a drive type number. Selecting 3:2HD will display a message similar to the one below. Select a med...

3 and Diagnostics 3.25 Floppy Disk Drive Utilities 4. DUMP program (a) When DUMP is selected, the following message appears: DIAGNOSTICS-HARD DISK & FLOPPY DISK DUMP : VX.XX Drive type select (1:FDD, 2:HDD) ? (b) Select a drive type number. If 2:HDD is selected , the display will go to step (h)....

3.25 Floppy Disk Drive Utilities 3 and Diagnostics (k) The following message will appear. To finish the dump, select 3. Press number key (1:up,2:down,3:end) ? (l) The following message will appear. Selecting 2 returns to the FDD UTILITIES MENU. Another dump (1:Yes,2:No) ? 5. HDD-ID READ program Sele...

3 and Diagnostics 3.26 System Configuration 3.26 System Configuration 3.26.1 Function Description The System Configuration program contains the following configuration information for the computer: 1. Processor Type 2. VGA Controller 3. MS-DOS Version 4. BIOS ROM version (1st ID, 2nd ID) 5. BOOT ROM...

3.26 System Configuration 3 and Diagnostics 3.26.2 Operations 1. Selecting 8 from the DIAGNOSTIC MENU and pressing Enter displays the following system configuration: System Configuration Display : Ver X.XX [Machine Name : XXXXXX] * - Processor Type = XXXXXXXX ** - VGA Controller = XXXXX * - MS-DOS V...

3.27 SETUP 3 and Diagnostics 14. LEGACY Emulation 15. PCI LAN 3.27.2 Accessing the SETUP Program Selecting 0 from the DIAGNOSTICS MENU and pressing Enter displays the followings: Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 3-69

3 and Diagnostics 3.27 SETUP Boot Priority =HDD → FDD → CD-ROM → LAN HDD Priority =Built-in HDD → PC Card Network Boot Protocol = PXE Total = XXXXX KB (*1) MEMORY Not Registered Power On Display = Auto-Selected TV Type = NTSC(Japan) Power-up mode = Boot CPU Cache = Enabled Level 2 Cache = Enabled Dy...

3.27 SETUP 3 and Diagnostics Moving Within the SETUP Menu and Changing Values 1. Press Å and Æ to move between the two columns. Press ↑ and ↓ to move between items in a column. Press Fn + ↑ ( PgUp) and Fn + ↓ ( PgDn) to move between the two pages. 2. Press either the Space bar or Back Space to chang...

3 and Diagnostics 3.27 SETUP SETUP Options The SETUP screen is divided into 15 functionally related groups. This section describes each group and its options. 1. Memory This group of options displays the computer’s memory. (a) Total This field displays the total amount of memory installed and is aut...

3 and Diagnostics 3.27 SETUP (c) Network Boot Protocol Use this option to set the starting method via a network. PXE Sets to PXE protocol. (Default) RPL Sets to RPL protocol. 6. Display This group of options configures the computer’s display. (a) Power On Display This option is used to select the di...

3 and Diagnostics 3.27 SETUP (e) Auto Power On This option shows the setting for the Auto Power On function and Wake-up LAN function. Disabled Parameters for the Auto Power On function and Wake-up LAN function are set. (Default) Enabled Parameters for the Auto Power On function and Wake-up LAN funct...

3.27 SETUP 3 and Diagnostics NOTE: 1. Do not remove the AC adaptor and battery pack at the same time when you use this feature. If you do so, data saved by the resume function will be lost. You must also reset this option. 2. If you have set a password and the computer boots by the Auto Power On fun...

3 and Diagnostics 3.27 SETUP 9. I/O ports This option controls settings for the parallel port. NOTE: Do not assign the same interrupt request level and I/O address to the serial port and PC card. (a) Parallel This option sets the interrupt request level and I/O port base address for the parallel por...

3.27 SETUP 3 and Diagnostics 10. Drives I/O This option displays the address and interrupt level for the hard disk drive, CD/DVD-ROM drive and PC card. It is for information only and cannot be changed. Built-in HDD The setting for the built-in HDD is displayed. CD-ROM The setting for the built-in CD...

3 and Diagnostics 3.27 SETUP (b) Parallel Port Mode Use this option to set information of ECP and Standard Bi-directional. ECP Sets the port mode to Extended Capabilities Port (ECP). For most printers, the port should be set to ECP. (Default) Std. Bi-Direct. Sets the bi-directional setting. This set...

3.27 SETUP 3 and Diagnostics Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 3-83 (b) USB-FDD Legacy Emulation This option sets the Legacy support condition of the USB floppy disk drive. Enabled Enables LEGACY support. (Default) USB floppy disk is available without the driver. ...

4 Replacement Procedures Chapter 4 Contents 4.1 Overview.................................................................................................................... 4-1 Safety Precautions ................................................................................................ 4-2 Bef...

4.1 Overview 4 Replacement Procedures 4 4.1 Overview This chapter describes the procedure for removing and replacing the field replaceable units (FRUs) in the PC. It may not be necessary to remove all the FRUs in order to replace one. The chart below provides a guide as to which other FRUs must be r...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 Overview Safety Precautions Please read the following safety instructions before disassembling the computer and always follow the instructions while working on the computer. Danger: 1. In the case of the battery, always use authentic parts or equivalent parts approved by...

4.1 Overview 4 Replacement Procedures Before You Begin Take note of the following points before starting work. Always remove the AC adapter and battery pack before commencing any of the procedures. The procedure for removing the battery pack is described in section “4.2.1 Battery Pack”. 1. Do not di...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 Overview Disassembly Procedures Three main types of cable connector are used. Pressure plate connector Spring connector Normal pin connector When disconnecting a pressure plate connector, lift up the tag on one side of the plastic pressure plate on the connector and pull...

4.1 Overview 4 Replacement Procedures Assembly Procedure After the computer has been disassembled and the part that caused the fault has been repaired or replaced, the computer must be reassembled. Take note of the following general points when assembling the computer. Take your time and follow the ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 Overview Screw Tightening Torque Use the following torque when tightening screws. CAUTION : Overtightening may damage screws or parts. Undertightening may allow screws to loosen (and possibly fall out) causing a short circuit or other damage. NOTE : To tighten screws qui...

4.1 Overview 4 Replacement Procedures Screw Notation To make maintenance of the computer easier, markings of the kinds of the screws including the types and lengths of the screws are indicated on the computer body. Format: Screw shape + Screw length (mm) Screw shape B: Bind screw F: Thin head screw ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.2 Battery Pack/PC Card 4.2 Battery Pack/PC Card 4.2.1 Battery Pack Removing the battery pack The following describes the procedure for removing the battery pack (See Figure 4-1, 4-2). CAUTION: Take care not to short circuit the terminals when removing the battery pack. Sim...

4.2 Battery Pack/PC Card 4 Replacement Procedures 1. Push the latches on the back of the battery cover and remove the battery pack. NOTE : For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack. Collect the spent battery packs. Battery Pack Battery Cover Latches Latches Figure 4-2 Removin...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.2 Battery Pack/PC Card Installing the battery pack The following describes the procedure for reinstalling the battery pack (See Figure 4-1, 4-2). CAUTION: There is a danger that the lithium ion battery pack may explode if not fitted, operated, handled, or disposed correctl...

4.2 Battery Pack/PC Card 4 Replacement Procedures 4.2.2 PC Card Removing the PC card The following describes the procedure for removing a PC card (See Figure 4-3). CAUTION: Insert or remove the PC card in accordance with any instructions in the PC card manual or the manuals of the computer system yo...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.3 Memory Module 4.3 Memory Module CAUTION: The power of the computer must be turned off when you remove the memory module. Removing a memory module with the power on risks damaging the module or the computer itself. Do not touch the memory module terminals. Any dirt on the...

4.3 Memory Module 4 Replacement Procedures 4. Open the left and right latches and remove the memory module. Latch Memory Module SLOT A: Standard Memory Latch SLOT B: Expansion Memory Figure 4-5 Removing Memory Module Installing the memory module To install the memory module, confirm that the compute...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.4 HDD 4.4 HDD Removing the HDD The following describes the procedure for removing an HDD (See Figure 4-6 to 4-8). CAUTION: Take care not to press on the top or bottom of the HDD. Pressure may cause data loss or damage to the device. 1. Turn the computer upside down. 2. Rem...

4.4 HDD 4 Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the following screw fixing the HDD ASSY. • M2.5x5 THIN BIND screw x1 4. Pull the tab of the HDD holder from the inside of the computer. 5. Hold the HDD tab and pull out the HDD ASSY in the direction indicated by the arrow. M2.5x5 THIN BIND HDD ASSY Tab Figu...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.4 HDD 6. Remove the following screws fixing the HDD. • M3x4 THIN BIND screw x4 7. Remove the HDD holder from the HDD. THIN BIND M3x4 HDD Holder HDD Figure 4-8 Removing HDD 4-16 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445)

4.4 HDD 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the HDD The following describes the procedure for installing an HDD (See Figure 4-6 to 4-8). 1. Install the HDD to the HDD holder with the following screws. • M3x4 THIN BIND screw x4 2. Insert the HDD ASSY into the HDD slot. 3. Fix the HDD ASSY with the fo...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.5 MDC Modem 4.5 MDC Modem Removing the MDC Modem The following describes the procedure for removing an MDC modem (See Figure 4-9). CAUTION : The power must be turned off when you remove the MDC modem. Removing an MDC modem with the power on risks damaging the modem or the ...

4.5 MDC Modem 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the MDC Modem The following describes the procedure for installing an MDC modem (See Figure 4-9). 1. Connect the MDC jack cable to JP1 on the MDC modem. 2. Set the MDC modem on the slot and connect the MDC modem to the connector PJ3000 on the system ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.6 Mini PCI Card 4.6 Mini PCI Card CAUTION: (1) The power must be turned off when you remove a mini PCI card. Removing a mini PCI card with the power on risks damaging the card or the computer itself. (2) Never press hard or bend the mini PCI card. Removing the Mini PCI Car...

4.6 Mini PCI Card 4 Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the glass tape and disconnect two wireless LAN cables from JP1 and JP2 on the mini PCI card. 4. Open the left and right latches holding the mini PCI card and remove the mini PCI card. Mini PCI Card Wireless LAN Antenna Cable Latches The position f...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.7 Fan Module/Cooling Fin/CPU 4.7 Fan Module/Cooling Fin/CPU NOTE: If silicon grease has already been applied to the CPU and fan module, wipe clean with a cloth and apply new silicon grease. The computer will not operate correctly if the CPU is not firmly in contact with th...

4.7 Fan Module/Cooling Fin/CPU 4 Replacement Procedures 2. Remove the following screws fixing the fan module. • M2.5x5 THIN BIND screw x2 3. Lift up the fan module and disconnect the fan module cable from the PJ8770 on the system board. PJ8770 Fan Module M2.5x5 THIN BIND Fan Module Cable Figure 4-13...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.7 Fan Module/Cooling Fin/CPU 4. Remove the following screws securing the CPU holder in the opposite order of the marks (1 to 4) on the CPU holder. • M2x6 BIND screw x4 M2x6 BIND CPU Holder M2x6 BIND Figure 4-14 Removing CPU Holder 4-24 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro ...

4.7 Fan Module/Cooling Fin/CPU 4 Replacement Procedures 5. Lift up the cooling fin in the direction indicated by the arrow and remove the cooling fin. Cooling Fin Figure 4-15 Removing Cooling Fin 6. Unlock the CPU by rotating counterclockwise the cam on the CPU socket by 90 degrees with a flat-blade...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.7 Fan Module/Cooling Fin/CPU Installing the Fan Module/Cooling Fin/CPU The following describes the procedure for installing the fan module/cooling fin/CPU (See Figure 4-12 to 4-18). 1. Check that the mark on the cam is in the unlocking position. 2. Attach the CPU to the co...

4.7 Fan Module/Cooling Fin/CPU 4 Replacement Procedures NOTE: Apply the silicon grease enough to cover the chip surface using the special applicator. When installing the fin, make sure the bottom of the fin covers the top of CPU. CPU Chip Figure 4-18 Applying Silicon Grease 5. Install the cooling fi...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.8 Keyboard 4.8 Keyboard Removing the keyboard The following describes the procedure for removing the keyboard (See Figure 4-19 to 4-21). CAUTION: As the keytop may fall out, when handling the keyboard always hold it by the frame and do not touch the keytop. 1. Open the dis...

4.8 Keyboard 4 Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the following screws holding the keyboard. • M2.5 × 2.8 THIN BIND screw x2 4. Remove the following screw fixing the keyboard hold plate and remove the keyboard hold plate. • M2.5 × 2.8 THIN BIND screw x1 5. Lift the upper side of the keyboard out and t...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.8 Keyboard 6. Remove the following screw fixing the keyboard support plate underneath the keyboard. • M2.5x8 THIN BIND screw x1 7. Remove the keyboard support plate by lifting it up toward the left side. 8. Lift up the insulator and disconnect the keyboard flexible cable f...

4.8 Keyboard 4 Replacement Procedures Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 4-31 Installing the keyboard The following describes the procedure for installing the keyboard (See Figure 4-19 to 4-21). 1. Turn the keyboard upside down and place it on the palm rest as its ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.9 Optical Drive 4 4.9 Optical Drive This section describes how to remove and install a CD-ROM drive as an example. The procedure for a DVD-ROM, Combo, Combo+2 or DVD-Multi drive is the same. NOTE : Do not apply excessive force to the top of an optical drive. Removing the O...

4.9 Optical Drive 4 Replacement Procedures 1. Remove the following screws fixing the CD-ROM holder from the CD-ROM drive assembly. • M2x1.7 STEP screw x2 2. Remove the following screw fixing the side bracket and remove the side bracket. • M2x3 SUPER THIN BIND screw x1 Side Bracket M2x1.7 STEP M2x3 S...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.9 Optical Drive Installing the Optical Drive The following describes the procedure for installing the optical drive (See Figure 4-22, 4-23). 1. Install the side bracket on the CD-ROM drive and fix it with the following screw. • M2x3 SUPER THIN BIND screw x1 2. Place the CD...

4.10 Display Assembly 4 Replacement Procedures 4.10 Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly The following describes the procedure for removing the display assembly (See Figure 4-24 to 4-26). 1. Open the display and disconnect the LCD cable from PJ5600 on the system board. 2. Pull out the insu...

4.10 Display Assembly 4 Replacement Procedures 5. Lift the display assembly up and remove it from the base assembly. Display Assembly Base Assembly Figure 4-26 Removing Display Assembly (3) 6. (For wireless LAN models only) Pull the wireless LAN cables from the slot of the base assembly. NOTE : (For...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.10 Display Assembly Installing the Display Assembly The following describes the procedure for installing the display assembly (See Figure 4-24 to 4-26). 1. Close the display and install the display assembly on the base assembly from the rear of the computer. 2. (For wirele...

4.11 Touch Pad 4 Replacement Procedures 4.11 Touch Pad Removing the Touch Pad The following describes the procedure for removing the touch pad (See Figure 4-27). 1. Disconnect the touch pad flexible cable from PJ3201 on the system board. 2. Remove the following screw securing the touch pad. • M2.5x5...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.11 Touch Pad Installing the Touch Pad The following describes the procedure for installing the touch pad (See Figure 4-27). 1. Place the touch pad from the right side according to the guide pins. 2. Connect the touch pad flexible cable to PJ3201 on the system board. 3. Sec...

4.12 BAT CON Holder 4 Replacement Procedures 4.12 BAT CON Holder Removing the BAT CON Holder The following describes the procedure for removing the BAT CON holder (See Figure 4-28). 1. Remove the following screws fixing the BAT CON holder. • M2.5x8 THIN BIND screw x2 2. Remove the BAT CON holder fro...

4.13 System Board/DC-IN Jack/RTC Battery 4 Replacement Procedures M2.5x5 THIN BIND M2.5x5 THIN BIND System Board Modem Jack DC-IN Jack RTC Battery PJ8800 PJ8790 Figure 4-29 Removing System Board Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 4-43

4 Replacement Procedures 4.13 System Board/DC-IN Jack/RTC Battery 8. Remove the FIR dummy cover from the base assembly by pressing it outward while holding the base assembly. Be careful not to damage the FIR dummy cover or the base assembly. FIR Dummy Cover Base Assembly Figure 4-30 Removing FIR Dum...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.14 BAT LOCK ASSY/HDD UPPER ASSY 4.14 BAT LOCK ASSY/HDD UPPER ASSY Removing the BAT LOCK ASSY/HDD UPPER ASSY The following describes the procedure for removing the BAT LOCK ASSY/HDD UPPER ASSY (See Figure 4-31, 4-32). 1. Remove the following screws fixing the BAT LOCK ASSY....

4.14 BAT LOCK ASSY/HDD UPPER ASSY 4 Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the HDD UPPER ASSY from the base assembly by lifting it up. HDD UPPER ASSY Base Assembly Figure 4-32 Removing HDD UPPER ASSY Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 4-47

4 Replacement Procedures 4.14 BAT LOCK ASSY/HDD UPPER ASSY Installing the BAT LOCK ASSY/HDD UPPER ASSY The following describes the procedure for installing the BAT LOCK ASSY/HDD UPPER ASSY (See Figure 4-31, 4-32). 1. Install the HDD UPPER ASSY on the base assembly. 2. Install the BAT LOCK ASSY on th...

4.15 Touch Pad Switch 4 Replacement Procedures 4.15 Touch Pad Switch Removing the Touch Pad Switch The following describes the procedure for removing the touch pad switch (See Figure 4-33). 1. Remove the following screws fixing the touch pad switch. • M2.5x4 PSP TIGHT screw x2 2. Remove the touch pa...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.16 LCD Unit/FL Inverter 4.16 LCD Unit/FL Inverter NOTE: The same part is used for the display hinge that holds the LCD unit, regardless of the LCD size. Removing the LCD Unit/FL Inverter The following describes the procedure for removing the LCD unit and FL inverter (See F...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.16 LCD Unit/FL Inverter 8. Remove the following screws securing the LCD brackets. Remove the LCD brackets from the LCD module. • M2x3 SUPER THIN BIND screw x4 M2x3 SUPER THIN BIND M2x3 SUPER THIN BIND LCD Bracket LCD Bracket Figure 4-36 Removing LCD Bracket 4-52 Satellite ...

4.16 LCD Unit/FL Inverter 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the FL Inverter/LCD Unit The following describes the procedure for installing the LCD unit/FL inverter (See Figure 4-34 to 4-36). 1. Secure the LCD brackets to the LCD module with the following screws. • M2x3 SUPER THIN BIND screw x4 2. S...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker 4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker Removing the Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker The following describes the procedure for removing the wireless LAN antenna, display cover, and speaker (See Figure 4-37 to...

4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker 4 Replacement Procedures 2. Close the display and turn the display assembly face down. Peel off the glass tape securing the speaker cables. Unhook the speaker cables (Blue, Red) from the guides respectively. Glass Tape Left Speaker Cable (Blue) Right S...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker 3. (Wireless LAN models only) Open the display and peel off four acetate tapes securing the wireless LAN antenna cables. Remove the wireless LAN antennas. Then unhook the wireless LAN antenna cables from the guides on the chass...

4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker 4 Replacement Procedures 4. Peel off the insulator covering the back side of the display assembly and remove the following screws securing the hinge cover. Then open the display, release two latches of the hinge cover and remove the hinge cover. • M2.5...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker 5. Remove the following screws securing the speakers (Left, Right) and remove the speakers. • M2.5x5 THIN BIND screw x5 (Left: 2, Right: 3) CAUTION : When removing the speakers, be careful not to touch the metal part of the spe...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker 7. Peel off four mask seals from the both sides of the display cover and remove the following screws securing the hinges to the display cover. • M2.5x2.8 THIN BIND screw x2 8. Open the display and remove the following screws se...

4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker 4 Replacement Procedures 11. Straighten the edges of the left and right speaker nets (at four point each) using a device such as a flatblade driver and remove the speaker nets. 12. Remove the following screws securing the hinges to the display assembly...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.17 Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker Installing the Wireless LAN Antenna/Display Cover/Speaker The following describes the procedure for installing the wireless LAN antenna, display cover, and display cable (See Figure 4-37 to 4-44). 1. Install the hinges to the d...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp This system uses LCD modules from the following suppliers. The procedure for replacing the fluorescent lamp is different for each LCD module. Refer to the appropriate procedure. Type Part No. Supplier Section 14.1 inch G33C000121...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4.18.1.2 Assembling Fluorescent Lamp Putting the double-sided tapes on the bezel 1. Attach the double-sided tape to the reverse side of the bezel, as shown in Figure 4-50. 両面テープ貼り規格 両面テープ：４５９７（住友３Ｍ） （テープ長さ） ±0 .5 285 テープ同志重ならないこと 越えないこと テープ端がベゼル開口部より 越え...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp Assembling PCB-assembly cell 1. Remove the paper (coated with a mold release) from the double-sided tape in the three areas on the replacement backlight unit. The areas are at the top and on both sides. See Figure 4-52. 2. Turn the backlight on. 3. Chec...

4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 Replacement Procedures 7. Remove the GND cable of the FL lamp from the plastic chassis. GND Wire Hot Wire Figure 4-70 Replacing 14.1 Inch Samsung fluorescent lamp (VF2058P01) (7) Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 4-85

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 8. Remove the lamp unit from the plastic chassis and replace the lamp with a new one. Lamp ASSY Figure 4-71 Replacing 14.1 Inch Samsung fluorescent lamp (VF2058P01) (8) 9. The assembly procedure is the reverse of the above disassembly procedure. 4-86 Sa...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 4.18.6 Replacing the 15.0 Inch XGA LG.Philips Fluorescent Lamp CAUTION : When replacing the fluorescent lamp, wear finger covers or gloves to avoid contaminating or damaging the LCD panel. Be careful not to let dust or other foreign substance into the...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 3. Remove the source PCB and gate PCB. 1) Remove the source PCB. Be careful not to apply excessive force to the PCB or TCP when removing the double-sided tape. 2) Remove the gate PCB. Be careful not to apply excessive force to the PCB or TCP when removi...

4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 Replacement Procedures 4.18.7 Replacing the 15.0 Inch XGA Samsung Fluorescent Lamp Disassembling the 15.0 Inch XGA Samsung Fluorescent Lamp To disassemble the 15.0 inch XGA Samsung fluorescent lamp, follow the steps below and refer to figures4-98 to 4-106. 1. Remove the PCB c...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 2. Remove the two screws. Screw Screw Figure 4-99 Replacing 15.0 Inch Samsung fluorescent lamp (XGA) (2) 3. Remove the four screws from the top chassis. Screw Screw Screw Screw Figure 4-100 Replacing 15.0 Inch Samsung fluorescent lamp (XGA) (3) 4-108 Sa...

4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 Replacement Procedures 4. Remove the four bottom hooks and four side hooks (left and right). Then remove the top chassis from the mold frame. S i d e h o o k S i d e h o o k B o t t o m h o o k Figure 4-101 Replacing 15.0 Inch Samsung fluorescent lamp (XGA) (4) 5. Remove the ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 6. Remove the sheets and clips. 1) Remove the two clips fixing the sheets. 2) Remove the sheets (protection sheet, prism sheet (L, U), diffusion sheet, LGP and reflection sheet). C l i p C l i p S h e e t s Figure 4-103 Replacing 15.0 Inch Samsung fluor...

4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 Replacement Procedures 8. Remove the lamp wire from the wire guide of the mold frame. L a m p w ir e Figure 4-105 Replacing 15.0 Inch Samsung fluorescent lamp (XGA) (8) 9. Remove the lamp assembly from the mold frame. L am p assem bly M old fram e Figure 4-106 Replacing 15.0 ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4-112 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) Assembling the 15.0-inch XGA Samsumg Fluorescent Lamp The assembly procedure of the 15.0-inch XGA Samsung fluorescent lamp is the reverse of the above disassembly procedure.

4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 Replacement Procedures 4 4.18.8 Replacing the 15.0 Inch XGA Sharp Fluorescent Lamp Disassembling the 15.0 Inch XGA Sharp Fluorescent Lamp To disassemble the 15.0-inch XGA Sharp fluorescent lamp, follow the steps below and refer to figures 4-107 to 4-116. 1. Turn the LCD modul...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 2. Remove the four screws on the sides. Screw loosening torque: 1.2kg • cm Screw Screw Screw Screw Figure 4-108 Replacing 15.0 Inch Sharp fluorescent lamp (XGA) (2) 3. Turn the LCD module face up and remove the bezel (E). (E) Bezel (1) Release the bezel...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 7. Turn the backlight unit face up and remove the upper diffusion sheet (K), lens sheet (L) and light guide (M). NOTE: Be careful not to scratch or soil the removed sheets or light guide to reuse them. Do not remove the reflection sheet under the light ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp Assembling the 15.0 Inch XGA Sharp Fluorescent Lamp To assemble the 15.0 Inch Sharp XGA fluorescent lamp, follow the steps below and refer to figures 4-117 to 4-129. 1. Stick the four double-sided tapes (N, O, P, Q) on the P-chassis. (P) (Q) (N) (O) Sta...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 3. Install the lamp cover (J) on the backlight unit and secure it with the two screws (D). (J) Lamp cover (D) Screw (D) Screw Screw tightening torque: 1.0kg • cm Figure 4-120 Replacing 15.0 Inch Sharp fluorescent lamp (XGA) (14) 4. Install the light gui...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4.18.9 Replacing the 15.0 Inch XGA CHIMEI Fluorescent Lamp Disassembling the 15.0 Inch XGA CHIMEI Fluorescent Lamp To disassemble the 15.0 inch XGA CHIMEI fluorescent lamp, follow the steps below and refer to figures4-130 to 4-135. 1. Remove the CU tape...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4-132 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) Assembling the 15.0 Inch XGA CHIMEI fluorescent lamp To assemble procedure of the 15.0 inch XGA CHIMEI fluorescent lamp, follow the reverse steps of the disassembling steps abov...

4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 Replacement Procedures 4 4.18.10 Replacing the 15.0 Inch SXGA+ LG.Philips Fluorescent Lamp CAUTION : When you replace the fluorescent lamp, wear finger covers or gloves to avoid contaminating or damaging the LCD module. Be careful not to let dust or other foreign substances i...

4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 Replacement Procedures 4.18.11 Replacing the 15.0 Inch SXGA+ Samsung Fluorescent Lamp Disassembling the 15.0 Inch SXGA+ Samsung Fluorescent Lamp CAUTION: When you replace the fluorescent lamp, wear finger covers or gloves to avoid contaminating or damaging the LCD module. Be ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 2. Remove the two screws securing the PCB. Screw Screw Figure 4-145 Replacing 15.0 Inch Samsung fluorescent lamp (SXGA+) (2) 3. Remove the four screws from the top side of the chassis. Screw Screw Screw Screw Figure 4-146 Replacing 15.0 Inch Samsung flu...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4-144 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satelitte Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) Assembling the 15.0 Inch SXGA+Samsung Fluorescent Lamp The assembly procedure is the reverse of the above disassembly procedure.

4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4 Replacement Procedures Assembling the 15.0 Inch SXGA+ Sharp Fluorescent Lamp To assemble the 15.0 inch SXGA+ Sharp fluorescent lamp, follow the steps below and refer to Figures 4-163 to 4-177. 1. Stick four double-sided tapes (N, O, P, Q) on the P-chassis. (P) (Q) (O) Standar...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fluorescent Lamp 4-160 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) 0 to 1 mm 0 to 1 mm Standard for the outline of screw (left and right) Standard for the outline of board Make sure the edge of plastic resin is between ± 0.5. Edge of plastic re...

Appendices Appendix Contents Appendix A Handling the LCD Module......................................................................... A-1 Appendix B Board Layout................................................................................................B-1 B.1 System Board Front View............

Apx. A Handling the LCD Module Appendices Apx. A Appendix A Handling the LCD Module Precautions for handling the LCD module The LCD module can be easily damaged during assembly or disassembly. Observe the following precautions when handling the LCD module: 1. When installing the LCD module in the LC...

Apx. B Board Layout Appendices Apx. B Appendix B Board Layout B.1 System Board Front View (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G) (H) ( I ) (J) (K) (L) (M) (N) (O) (P) (Q) Figure B-1 System board layout (front) Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) B-1

Appendices Apx. B Board Layout Table B-1 System board ICs and connectors (front) Mark Number Name (A) S3201 Sensor Switch (B) PJ5600 LCD I/F connector (C) PJ3200 Keyboard I/F connector (D) PJ3201 Touch pad I/F connector (E) IC8972 PSC (F) VR6000 Volume (G) PJ6004 Headphone connector (H) PJ6002 Exter...

Apx. B Board Layout Appendices B.2 System Board Back View (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G) (H) ( I ) (J) (K) (L) (M) (N) (O) (P) (Q) (R) (S) (T) (U) (V) (W) (X) (Y) Figure B-2 System board layout (back) Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) B-3

Apx. C Pin Assignment Appendices Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) C-1 Apx. C Appendix C Pin Assignment System Board C.1 PJ1420 Memory 0 Connector (200-pin) Table C-1 Memory 0 connector pin assignment (200-pin) (1/4) Pin No. Signal name I/O Pin No. Signal Name I/O...

Appendices Apx. C Pin Assignment C-10 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) C.4 PJ1801 HDD I/F Connector (44-pin) Table C-4 HDD I/F connector pin assignment (44-pin) Pin No. Signal name I/O Pin No. Signal Name I/O 1 IDRSTA-P5N O 2 GND - 3 PDD07-P3P I/O 4 PDD08-P3P I/O...

Apx. C Pin Assignment Appendices Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) C-17 C.11 PJ3202 Parallel I/F Connector (25-pin) Table C-11 Parallel I/F connector pin assignment (25-pin) Pin No. Signal name I/O Pin No. Signal Name I/O 1 STROB-P5N I 2 PDB00-P5P I/O 3 PDB01-P5P ...

Apx. C Pin Assignment Appendices Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) C-19 C.15 PJ5620 CRT I/F Connector (15-pin) Table C-15 CRT I/F connector pin assignment (15-pin) Pin No. Signal name I/O Pin No. Signal Name I/O 1 RED-PXP I 2 GREEN-PXP I 3 BLUE-PXP I 4 N.C. - 5 GN...

Appendices Apx. C Pin Assignment C-20 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) C.18 PJ6000 Speaker Connector (Left) (3-pin) Table C-18 Speaker connector (left) pin assignment (3-pin) Pin No. Signal name I/O Pin No. Signal Name I/O 1 SPOLP-PXP I 2 N.C. - 3 SPOLM-PXN I C.1...

Apx. C Pin Assignment Appendices Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) C-21 C.22 PJ8790 RTC Battery Connector (3-pin) Table C-22 RTC Battery connector pin assignment (3-pin) Pin No. Signal name I/O Pin No. Signal Name I/O 1 S3V - 2 N.C. - 3 GND - C.23 PJ8770 FAN I/F C...

Apx. D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Appendices Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) D-1 Apx. D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Appendix D Display Codes D.1 Display Codes Table D-1 Display Codes

Apx. E Key Layout Appendices Apx. E Key Layout Appendix E Key Layout E.1 Keyboard Layout Figure E-1 Keyboard layout (for UK, made by Fujitsu, G83C0001K110) (1/5) Figure E-1 Keyboard layout (for UK, made by ALPS, UE2024P136) (2/5) Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) ...

Apx. F Wiring Diagrams Appendices Apx. F Appendix F Wiring Diagrams F.1 Parallel Port Wraparound Connector -SELECT Figure F-1 Parallel port wraparound connector Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) F-1

Apx. G BIOS/KBC/EC Update Appendices Apx. G BIOS Rewrite Procedures Appendix G BIOS/KBC/EC Update To update the BIOS, KBC or EC, insert the FD for update into the FDD. Then turn on the power of the computer while pressing the following key until the power LED blinks. For BIOS update: ~ (tilde key) F...

Apx. H Reliability Appendices Apx. H Reliability Appendix H Reliability The following table shows the MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of system. Table H-1 MTBF Component Time (hours) System 6,422 Satellite A10/TECRA A1/Satellite Pro A10 Maintenance Manual (960-445) H-1