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1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual 2

1.1 Features 1 Hardware Overview Chapter 1 Contents 1.1 Features ......................................................................................................................... 5 1.2 System Unit Components .......................................................................................

1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features Figures Figure 1-1A ID Parts Description Placement Part A ........................................................... 10 Figure 1-1B ID Parts Description Placement Part B ........................................................... 11 Figure 1-2 Computer Block Diagram...

1 Hardware Overview 1.2 System Unit Components Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual 14 1.2 System Unit Components Figure 1-4 is Block Diagram of the System Unit

1 Hardware Overview 1.3 2.5-inch HDD 1.3 2.5-inch HDD The computer contains an extremely low-profile and lightweight, high-performance HDD. The HDD incorporates 9.5 mm / 12.5 mm height magnetic disk and mini-Winchester type magnetic heads. The HDD interface conforms to Serial ATA. Storage capacities...

1.4 DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)) 1 Hardware Overview Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual 23 1.4 DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) The DVD Super Multi drive accepts 12-cm (4.72-inch) and 8-cm (3.15-inch) discs. At maximum, the drive can play back a DVD at 8x speed, read CD-ROM at 24x speed, and...

1.4 DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)) 1 Hardware Overview Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual 25 1.5 HD DVD-ROM The HD DVD-ROM drive accepts 12-cm (4.72-inch) and 8-cm (3.15-inch) discs. At maximum, the drive can play back a DVD at 8x speed, read HD DVD ROM at 1x speed, CD-ROM at 24x speed, and writ...

1 Hardware Overview 1.6 HD DVD-R Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual 26 1.6 HD DVD-R The HD DVD-R drive accepts 12-cm (4.72-inch) and 8-cm (3.15-inch) discs. At maximum, the drive can play back a DVD at 8x speed, read HD DVD ROM at 1x speed, HD DVD-R at 1x speed ,CD-ROM at 24x speed, and write CD-R at...

1.8 Batteries 1 Hardware Overview 1.7 Power Supply The power supply unit provides many different voltages for the system board and performs the following functions: 1. Power input monitor y Checks whether the DC power supply (AC adapter) is connected to the computer. y Checks whether the battery pac...

1 Hardware Overview 1.7 Power Supply 1.8 Batteries The computer has the following two types of batteries: ‰ Main Battery Pack ‰ Real Time Clock (RTC) Battery Table 1-5 lists the specifications of these batteries. Table 1-5 Battery Specifications Battery Type Material Output voltage Capacity Main Bat...

1.8 Batteries 1 Hardware Overview Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual 29 Table 1-6 Quick/Normal Charging Time State Charge Time Off-State Charge 6 Cell About 4 hours max On-State Charge 6 Cell About 4~10 hours max NOTE: The time required for normal charge depends on the power consumption by the system...

2 Troubleshooting 2 概要 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting 2-i Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual

2 Troubleshooting Chapter 2 Contents 2.1 Outline .................................................................................................................... 2-1 2.2 Basic Flowchart ...................................................................................................... 2-2 2.3...

2 Troubleshooting 2.3 Power Supply 2.3 Power Supply The power supply in the computer controls many functions and components. To check if the power supply is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Power Icon Check Procedure 2 Connection Che...

2.3 Power Supply 2 Troubleshooting ‰ DC IN LED DC IN LED Power supply status On in Blue DC power being supplied (from the AC adapter) Off Battery damage and can’t charge during DC-in. Off Else If the DC IN LED off, follow the steps below: 1. Remove the battery pack and the AC adapter to shut off pow...

2 Troubleshooting 2.3 Power Supply Procedure 2 Connection Check Power is supplied to the system board as illustrated below: A C a d a p t o r S y s t e m b o a r d A C p o w e r c o r d A C a d a p t o r c o r d B a t t e r y p a c k Follow the steps below to check whether each connector has been co...

2.4 System Board 2 Troubleshooting 2.4 System Board To check if the system board is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Message Check Procedure 2 Test Program Check Procedure 3 Replacement Check Procedure 1 Message Check When the power ...

2 Troubleshooting 2.4 System Board Procedure 2 Test Program Check The maintenance test program contains several programs for diagnosing the system board and CPU. Execute the following test programs using the procedures described in Chapter 3. 1. System test 2. Memory test 3. Keyboard test 4. Display...

2 Troubleshooting 2.5 2.5-inch HDD create a DOS partition on drive C. Then restart the computer.. If the problem persists, go to Procedure 3. Check 3 If drive C is listed as active in the FDISK menu, perform Check 4. If drive C is not listed as active, return to the FDISK menu and choose the option ...

2.5 2.5-inch HDD 2 Troubleshooting Procedure 4 Test Program Check Run the HDD test program stored on the maintenance test program disk for all test items. See Chapter 3 for details on how to use the test program. If an error is detected during the HDD test, an error code and status will be displayed...

2 Troubleshooting 2.5 2.5-inch HDD Procedure 5 Connector Check and Replacement Check The HDD or system board may be faulty. Disassemble the computer following the steps described in Chapter 4 and perform the following checks: Check 1 Make sure the following connectors have been firmly connected to t...

2.6 Keyboard 2 Troubleshooting 2.6 Keyboard To check if the computer’s keyboard is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Test Program Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check Procedure 1 Test Program Check Execute the Keybo...

2 Troubleshooting 2.7 Display 2.7 Display To check if the computer’s display is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 External Monitor Check Procedure 2 Test Program Check Procedure 3 Connector Check and Replacement Check Procedure 1 Exte...

2.7 Display 2 Troubleshooting Check 3 The FL may be faulty. Replace it with a new one and return to Procedure 3. If there is still an error, perform Check 4. Check 4 The FL inverter board may be faulty. Replace it with a new one and return to Procedure 3. If there is still an error, perform Check 5....

2 Troubleshooting 2.8 ODD Drive 2.8 ODD (Optical Disk Drive) To check if the internal ODD drive is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 ODD Cleaning Check Procedure 2 Test Program Check Procedure 3 Connector Check and Replacement Check P...

2 Troubleshooting 2.9 LAN 2.9 LAN To check if the computer’s LAN is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Test Program Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check Procedure 1 Test Program Check Execute the LAN check program av...

2.12 Troubleshooting Audio Test 2 Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual 2-23 2.12 Audio Test To check if the computer’s Speaker is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Test Program Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check Proc...

2.14 Troubleshooting Cooling Module 2 Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual 2-25 2.14 Cooling Module To check if the computer’s cooling module is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed. Procedure 1 Test Program Check Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replace...

3 Diagnostic Programs Chapter 3 Contents 3.1 General .......................................................................................................................... 1 3.2 Quick Start .............................................................................................................

3.2 Quick Start 3 Diagnostic Programs 3.2 Quick Start When the system is booting from Service Diagnostic CD, the following screen will be displayed: Please select a test item or select 0 to exit to Free -DOS: 3.2.1 Quick Test When this item is selected, the system will run the configured test items ...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.2 Quick Start 3. Test Result System will automatically run and display the test result as follows: Following is the comparison report of the two testing methods mentioned above: 1) Configuration and Running As to the method used in Mouse test, the user is required to select t...

3.2 Quick Start 3 Diagnostic Programs 3.2.3 Keyboard Layout test The test purpose is to check whether 18 kinds of European keyboards run well during the test procedure. When users choose the item, the names of these countries will be displayed on the screen for user choice. User press any index of t...

3.2 Quick Start 3 Diagnostic Programs User can press any key to exit the program. 3.2.8 DMI Write In addition to reading the DMI information, DMI Write also permits attributes editing and updating: Manufacture, Product Name, Version, Serial Number, and OEM Part Number, etc. The following screen will...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.2 Quick Start During the editing, user could press F2 to confirm the DMI attribute update or press F4 to ignore the modification. Press ESC to exit the program of DMI Write. The confirmation screen is as below: The attributes that have been modified would be marked in red; ot...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.2 Quick Start User can use function keys listed on the bottom of the screen to display the configuration of the component or exit the current program. On the left column, the components information is listed and user can use arrow keys or PgUp/PgDn to view the list and highli...

3.2 Quick Start 3 Diagnostic Programs 3.2.15 The Diagnostics Screen Explanation Below is an example of running a test item. It includes the following parts: Diagnostics Windows, Test Status Area, Progress Bar, Error List, Test Item’s Title, Status Bar and Message Box. 1. Diagnostics Windows When a t...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.3Option 3.3 Options 3.3.1 Overview In Service Diagnostics, with the Options menu user can configure the batch parameters, test item’s parameters and those parameters created by the LOG file. Options Menu Notes: • Select All/None Items Switch between selecting all test items a...

3.3 Option 3 Diagnostic Programs Configure batch parameters and all the test item’s parameters. • Load Batch Parameters Upload all the test items and the parameters to the *.ini file. • Save Batch Parameters Save all the parameters and the test items that are configured in the editor to a specified ...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.3Option • Interactive If the item is enabled during the test, the test items that need user to response can run normally, such as PS2 Mouse test; If it is disabled, those test items will report FAIL. Whether the option here is enabled, it only affects the current test item. •...

3.3 Option 3 Diagnostic Programs If selecting this parameter, errors and time will be recorded only when the test fails. 9 Append to Old Log File If selecting this parameter, the new log will be added to the old one. 9 Log Device Info on Fail If selecting this parameter, details of the failed test w...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.3Option In this screen, you can specify a Log file and view it with the viewer designated in Specify LOG Viewer. 3.3.9 LOG Viewer Service Diagnostic Log viewer: • ↑ , ↓ Scroll a line backward or forward on the screen. • Page Up, Page Down 24 QosmioF40/F45，dynabook Qosmio F40 ...

3.3 Option 3 Diagnostic Programs Scroll a page backward or forward on the screen. • Esc Exit the Log viewer. • F1 Display the Help information about the Log viewer operations and the functional keys. • Ctrl+Home Go to the start of the log file. • Ctrl+End Go to the end of the log file. • Ctrl+F3 Pro...

3.5 System Test 3 Diagnostic Programs CPU Speed Comparison --Whether you want to make a comparison of the CPU speed with the value set in ‘Expected CPU Speed’, you should choose ‘Yes’; otherwise, ‘No’. Expected CPU Speed --Specify the expected CPU Speed value you want for further comparison. Allowab...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.5 System Test 6. MMX The test item is to confirm whether the CPU supports MMX instructions. Subtest 02 Boards 1. DMA Controller This test item is to check whether the DMA controller works normally. 2. Interval Timer This test item is to check whether the Interval Timer (18.2H...

3.5 System Test 3 Diagnostic Programs parameter setting dialog window. Set the range of Speed that is to be tested, then choose the OK button to test it. It will be displayed as follows: QosmioF40/F45，dynabook Qosmio F40 Maintenance Manual 33

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.6 Memory Test 3.6 Memory Test This test module is to check whether the memory chip works normally. Subtest 01 BIOS ROM This test item is to check the validity of BIOS ROM that includes two sub-items -- ROM Read and ROM Write Protection. ROM Read is to check whether BIOS ROM c...

3.6 Memory Test 3 Diagnostic Programs Pattern Size: Choose the pattern size – BYTE, WORD, DWORD or ALL. Percent (%): Choose the percentage of the defined range of the memory to be tested. Time Limit(h): Choose or Input the time (hour) of the defined range of the memory to be tested. Time Limit(m): C...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.6 Memory Test Pattern Size: Choose the pattern size – BYTE, WORD, DWORD or ALL. Percent (%): Choose the percentage of the defined range of the memory to be tested. Time Limit(h): Choose or Input the time (hour) of the defined range of the memory to be tested. Time Limit(m): C...

3.6 Memory Test 3 Diagnostic Programs Test Range: Specify the test coverage range of Extended Memory. If user chooses Total Size, it means that the whole Extended Memory will be tested. Although user can input the parameter into other select box, but the selected result is invalid. If user chooses S...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.7 Storage 3.7 Storage Subtest 01 HDD This test item runs on IDE hard disks. It checks the functions and performance of IDE hard disk. In order to protect user’s HDD data, the password must be verified before the HDD test. The screen is as follows: Password ： hard disk 1. Sequ...

3.7 Storage 3 Diagnostic Programs LBA Start, LBA End --Specify the start and end byte in LBA (Large Block Address). Percent —Specify the coverage rate in percentage of the total disk. Time Limit(h): Choose or Input the time (hour) of the defined range of the total disk to be tested. Time Limit(m): C...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.7 Storage Percent-- Specify the coverage rate in percentage of the total disk. Time Limit(h): Choose or Input the time (hour) of the defined range of the total disk to be tested; Time Limit(m): Choose or Input the time (minute) of the defined range of the total disk to be tes...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.10 Peripheral 3.8 Video This test item tests the video by: 1. displaying the figures in different graphic modes. 2. displaying the property and color of the characters in different text modes. User will confirm whether each video mode works normally by judging whether the dis...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.10 Peripheral Subtest 03 VESA Video Modes This test item is to check whether all the video modes supported by the video card works normally. In the test, user is required to respond following the instruction in the screen. 1. 640X480 Video Modes Test 2. 800X600 Video Modes Te...

3.10 Peripheral 3 Diagnostic Programs If press Ctrl+Break to force the test to terminate during execution of VESA Video Memory, the test program will not operate and display properly in further tests. Subtest 05 AGP Test This test item is to report the system’s Accelerated Graphics Port status and c...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.10 Peripheral Subtest 07 Register Test This test item is to check whether the registers of the video adapter works normally. Subtest 08 Color Purity Test This test item is to check whether the system (the video adapter and the display) could display the purity color of red, g...

3.10 Peripheral 3 Diagnostic Programs Subtest 10 DAC/Palette Address This test item is to check the function of DAC registers and Palette registers. In the test, user is required to respond according to the instruction in the screen. QosmioF40/F45，dynabook Qosmio F40 Maintenance Manual 51

3.10 Peripheral 3 Diagnostic Programs 3.9 Communication (COMM) Subtest 01 LAN Card This test item is to check whether the module can detect the existence of the network card and display its related information. 1. Device ID Detection Detect the device ID of the network card. 2. Vendor ID Detection D...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.10 Peripheral 3.10 Peripheral Subtest 01 Keyboard This test item is to check whether the keyboard works normally. 1. Keyboard Data Line Test Check whether the keyboard data line works normally. 2. Keyboard Led Test Check whether the keyboard led works normally. If Power switc...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.10 Peripheral If HDD turn on with Orange,click YES to continue,else click No. If all Keyboard LEDs Test normal ， It will be displayed as follows: 3. Keyboard Clock Line Test Check whether the keyboard clock line works normally. Subtest 02 Mouse Test Check whether the point de...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.11Error Codes and Description 58 QosmioF40/F45，dynabook Qosmio F40 Maintenance Manual 3.11 Error Codes and description The format of ‘Error Code’ is ‘ddxxee’, and ‘dd’ is the device ID (1~2 chars), ‘xx’ is test function ID of device (2 chars), ‘ee’ is the error code of device...

3.11Error Codes and Description 3 Diagnostic Programs QosmioF40/F45，dynabook Qosmio F40 Maintenance Manual 59 04 (XMS)Memory Problem The test pattern read out from the extension memory is different from the one that has been written in this address. As above. 05 (XMS) Out Of Range Wrong parameters s...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.11Error Codes and Description 60 QosmioF40/F45，dynabook Qosmio F40 Maintenance Manual 17 PCI to ISA Bridge Error PCI-ISA bridge errors. Repeat multiple times. If there is always the same error, replace the board. 18 ESCD Error ESCD errors. As above. 53 ACPI Table Test Error E...

3.11Error Codes and Description 3 Diagnostic Programs QosmioF40/F45，dynabook Qosmio F40 Maintenance Manual 61 16 AGP Test Error AGP configuration register errors. Check and see whether the AGP video card has any physical problem. 17 LCD Panel Test Error Lower LCD color resolution. Replace the LCD. 1...

3 Diagnostic Programs 3.11Error Codes and Description 05xx Mouse 01 Touch Pad Test Fail Touch Pad Test Fail Check the mouse connection and repeat the test. 28xx 1394 01 Can not find IEEE1394 controller Don’t support 1394. 20xx IDE-HDD 01 Get Parameter Fail ! Wrong test parameters are input by user. ...

3.12 Quick Test Item List 3 Diagnostic Programs 3.12 Quick Test Item List Device Test Items Comment CPU Basic Functionality NPU Basic Functions CPU Information Memory BIOS ROM Cache Memory Bit Stuck High Test 10% or 3 minutes Bit Stuck Low Test 10% or 3 minutes Address Test Board Interval Timer Cloc...

4 Replacement Procedures 4-ii Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual

4 Replacement Procedures Chapter 4 Contents 4.1 General ....................................................................................................................... 4-1 Safety Precautions................................................................................................ 4-2 B...

4.1 General 4 Replacement Procedures 4 1 4.1 General This chapter explains how to disassemble the computer and replace Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). Some replacement procedures may not require you to remove all the surrounding FRUs to replace only one FRU. The chart below shows the FRUs in the ord...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General Safety Precautions Before you begin to disassembly read the following safety precautions carefully. Be sure to follow them while you are working. DANGER: 1. Always use the genuine batteries or replacement batteries authorized by Toshiba. Batteries other than thos...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General Before You Begin Before you begin to disassembly the computer, keep in mind the precautions and advice in this section. Always begin disassembly by removing the AC adapter and battery pack. Remove the optional parts and accessories as well. The procedures for rem...

4.1 General 4 Replacement Procedures Disassembly Procedures The cable connectors come in these two basic types: ‰ Pressure plate connectors ‰ Normal pin connectors To remove a pressure plate connector, pull up the tabs on either side of the connector's plastic pressure plate and gently pull the cabl...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General Tools and Equipment For your safety and that of other people in the working environment, it is strongly recommended that you use electrostatic discharge (ESD) equipment. The proper use of this equipment will ensure successful repair work and reduce the costs for ...

4.1 General 4 Replacement Procedures Colors of Screw Shanks For easy identification of the correct screws, the screw shanks are colored according to their lengths, as follows: ‰ Screws of an even-numbered length Brown ‰ Screws of an odd-numbered length White ‰ Screws of a special length Black Screws...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General Removing the Battery Pack Remove the battery pack according to the following procedures and Figure 4-1. CAUTION: When handling the battery packs, use care not to short circuit the terminals. Do not drop, hit, twist, or bend the battery packs. Do not scratch or br...

4.1 General 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack according to the following procedures and Figure 4-1. CAUTION: The battery packs contain a lithium ion battery, which can explode due to improper replacement, use, handling, or disposal. Always dispose of the b...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General Removing the PCI Express Card or Optional PC Card Remove the optional PC card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-2, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. CAUTION: Install or remove the PC card correctly, according the manual...

4.1 General 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the PCI Express Card or Optional PC Card Install the optional PC card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-2, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. 1. Insert the PC card gently until it stops and is seated securely....

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General Removing the Memory Card Remove the memory card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-3, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. 1. Open the card cover. 2. Push the memory card to be removed until it stops then release the memory...

4.1 General 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Memory Card Install the memory card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-3, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. 1. Insert the memory card gently until it stops and is seated securely. 2. Checking that the memo...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General Removing the Optional Memory Remove the optional memory (module) according to the following procedures and Figures 4-4, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. CAUTION: Remove the optional memory after turning off the computer. If this is vio...

4.1 General 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Optional Memory Install the optional memory (module) according to the following procedures and Figures 4-4, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. Note: The slot A is reserved for main memory . Use the slot B for expanded memo...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General Removing the B-CAS Card (For JAPAN model only) Remove the memory card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-5, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. 1. Open the card cover. 2. Pull the B-CAS card to be removed, grasp it and pul...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.2 HDD 4.2 HDD Removing the HDD CAUTION: Do not press on the top or bottom of the drive. Applying such pressure can either corrupt the data in the drive or damage the drive. Remove the HDD (hard disk drive) according to the following procedures and Figures 4-6, 4-7. 1. Remo...

4.2 HDD 4 Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the HDD and 2 nd HDD pack by pulling on the tab attached to the pack, following the direction of the arrows. NOTE: Do not disassemble the HDD pack when it is working normally. Disassemble or replace the HDD pack only if it fails. 4. Place the HDD pack on a ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.2 HDD Installing the HDD Install the HDD according to the following procedures and Figures 4-6, 4-7. CAUTION: To avoid damage, always hold the HDD only by its sides. 1. Attach the HDD chassis. 2. Secure the HDD and its chassis with the two M3x4 black flat head screws with ...

4.3 ODD Bay Module 4 Replacement Procedures 4.3 ODD Bay Module Removing the ODD Bay Module (For Non-tray Module) NOTE: The installation and removal procedures are the same for all the modules that can be installed in the ODD bay. See the appropriate sections for the disassembly procedures of specifi...

4.3 ODD Bay Module 4 Replacement Procedures Removing the ODD Bay Module (For Standard Module) NOTE: The installation and removal procedures are the same for all the modules that can be installed in the ODD bay. See the appropriate sections for the disassembly procedures of specific modules. Remove t...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.3 ODD Bay Module Installing the ODD Bay Module (For Standard Module) Install the ODD bay module according to the following procedures and Figures 4-9. 1. Place the ODD bay module in the correct position and slide it in. 2. Push it in until it clicks into place. 3. Secure t...

4.3 ODD Bay Module 4 Replacement Procedures Disassembling the ODD Drive NOTE: Do not disassemble the ODD drive when it is working normally. Disassemble or replace the ODD drive only if it fails. Disassemble the ODD drive according to the following procedures and Figure 4-10, 4-11. 1. Remove four M2x...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.3 ODD Bay Module O D D b e z e l O D D b a y m o d u l e L a t c h Figure 4-11 Removing the Bezel from the ODD drive Assembling the ODD Drive Assemble the ODD drive according to the following procedures and Figure 4-10, 4-11. 1. Place the ODD bezel in the correct position ...

4.4 Speaker Cover and Keyboard 4 Replacement Procedures 4.4 Speaker Cover and Keyboard Removing the Speaker Cover and Keyboard Remove the Speaker Cover and Keyboard according to the following procedures and Figure 4-12, 4-13. 1. Release the following 13 latches on the switch cover, in that order: - ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.4 Speaker Cover and Keyboard C N 1 2 K e y b o a r d M 2 5 x 2 6 b l a c k b i n s c r e w . . Figure 4-13 Removing the keyboard 3. Remove two M2.5x2.6 black bind securing screws. 4. Disconnect the keyboard cable from CN12 on the system board. 4-28 Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenan...

4.4 Speaker Cover and Keyboard 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Speaker Cover and Keyboard Install the speaker cover and keyboard according to the following procedures and Figure 4-12, 4-13. 1. Connect the keyboard cable to CN12 on the system board. 2. Secure the keyboard with two M2.5x2.6 bl...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.5 Hotkey Board 4.5 Hotkey Board Removing the Hotkey Board Remove the Switch Cover and Switch Board according to the following procedures and Figures 4-14. 1. Disconnect the switch board flat cables from CN4 on the system board. 2. Remove two M2.5x3 white flat head screws. ...

4.5 Hotkey Board 4 Replacement Procedures Install the Hotkey Board Install the Hotkey board according to the following procedures and Figures 4-14. 1. Connect the hotkey board flat cables to CN5000 on the switch board. 2. Seat the switch board in the correct position. 3. Secure the switch board with...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.6 MDC Module 4.6 MDC Module Removing the MDC Module Remove the MDC Module (Modem Daughter Card) according to the following procedures and Figures 4-13, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. CAUTION: Remove the MDC module after turning off the compute...

4.6 MDC Module 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the MDC Module Install the MDC module according to the following procedures and Figures 4-15, after checking that the computer is turned off in boot mode. CAUTION: Install the MDC module after turning off the computer. If this is violated, the compu...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.7 Wireless LAN Card 4 1 4.7 Wireless LAN Card Removing the Wireless LAN Card Remove the wireless LAN card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-16. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the wireless LAN card and in the computer with your bare hands. Wireless...

4.7 Wireless LAN Card 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Wireless LAN Card Install the wireless LAN card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-16. 1. Insert the wireless LAN card into the connector an angle of 45 degrees. 2. Press down on the wireless LAN card to secure it with two...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.8 Robson Card 4.8 Robson Card Removing the Robson Card Remove the Robson card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-17. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the Robson card and in the computer with your bare hands. Robson cards can fail if they are contamin...

4.8 Robson Card 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Robson Card Install the Robson card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-17. 1. Insert the Robson card into the connector an angle of 45 degrees. 2. Press down on the Robson card to secure it with two M2x4 white bind screws. CAUTI...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.9 Display Assembly 4.9 Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly CAUTION: Use care to avoid that the antenna cable is not caught between the display assembly and computer. Remove the display assembly according to the following procedures and Figures 4-18, 4-19. 1. Tur...

4.9 Display Assembly 4 Replacement Procedures M 2 5 x 5 w h i t e b i n d s c r e w . C N 1 L C D F L c a b l e / W i r e l e s s L A N a n t e n n a M I C c a b l e C C D c a b l e C N 5 C N 6 Figure 4-19 Removing the display assembly Installing the Display Assembly Install the display assembly acc...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.10 Top Cover 4.10 Top Cover Removing the Top Cover Remove the top cover according to the following procedures and Figures 4-20 and 4-21. 1. Turn the computer upside down and remove the following 14 screws: - fourteen M2.5x8 black bind screws M 2 5 x 8 b l a c k f l a t h e...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.10 Top Cover Installing the Top Cover Install the top cover with the display assembly according to the following procedures and Figures 4-20, 4-21. 1. Seat the top cover, adjusting its position. 2. Secure the following 10 latches on the top cover, in that order: - Three Le...

4.11 System Board, AC-IN cable 4 Replacement Procedures 4.11 System Board, AC-IN cable Removing the System Board, AC-IN cable NOTE: Be careful of the eject button for the PC card. It can be damaged when removing the board. Make sure it is securely installed. Remove the System Board, MIC cable, AC-IN...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.11 System Board, AC-IN cable M 2 5 x 8 b l a c k f l a t h e a d s c r e w . A C I N c a b l e - A u d i o b o a r d c a b l e U S B c o n n e c t o r c a b l e C N 1 2 S u b s p e a k e r - C N 8 0 3 S y s t e m b o a r d C N 1 9 C N 2 0 Figure 4-23 Removing the system bo...

4.11 System Board, AC-IN cable 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the System Board, AC-IN cable Install the System Board, MIC cable, AC-IN cable according to the following procedures and figure 4-22, 4-23. NOTE: Be careful of the eject button for the PC card. It can be damaged when installing the s...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.12 VGA Cooling Module and VGA Board 4.12 VGA Cooling Module and VGA Board (for VGA Board Model) Removing the VGA Cooling Module and VGA Board Remove the VGA Cooling Module and VGA Board according to the following procedures and Figure 4-22. 1. Remove two M2x5 black flat he...

4.12 VGA Cooling Module and VGA Board 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the VGA Board Install the VGA board according to the following procedures and Figure 4-24. 1. Seat the VGA board. 2. Secure the VGA board with two M2x4 black flat head screws . 3. Secure the VGA board thermal module and VGA bo...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.13 CPU Cooling Module and Fan 4.13 CPU Cooling Module and Fan Removing the CPU Cooling Module and Fan CAUTION: When removing the cooling module, keep the following in mind: The cooling module can become very hot during operation. Be sure to let it cool down before starting...

4.13 CPU Cooling Module and Fan 4 Replacement Procedures Figure 4-26 Applying silicon grease Installing the CPU Cooling Module and Fan Install the cooling Module according to the following procedures and Figures 4-25, 4-26. CAUTION: When installing the cooling module, keep the following in mind: 1. ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.14 CPU 4.14 CPU Removing the CPU Remove the CPU according to the following procedures and Figures 4-27, 4-28 and 4-29. CAUTION: When removing the CPU, keep the following in mind: The CPU can become very hot during operation. Be sure to let it cool down before starting repa...

4.14 CPU 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the CPU Install the CPU according to the following procedures and Figures 4-28, 4-29. 1. Check that the triangle on the cam is in the unlock position. 2. Attach the CPU to the correct position in the CPU socket. Align the CPU with the CPU socket by using ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.14 CPU 3. Secure the CPU by rotating the cam 120 degrees to the right with a flat-blade screwdriver. NOTE: FOXCONN CPU socket will be 180 degrees to the left. Figure 4-29 Securing the CPU 4-52 Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual

4.15 TV Tuner 4 Replacement Procedures 4.15 TV Tuner Removing the TV Tuner Remove the TV Tuner according to the following procedures and Figure 4-30. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the TV Tuner and in the computer with your bare hands. TV Tune can fail if they are contaminated with sweat, n...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.15 TV Tuner Installing the TV Tuner Install the TV Tuner according to the following procedures and Figure 4-30. 1. Insert the TV Tuner into the connector an angle of 45 degrees. 2. Press down on the TV Tuner to secure it with two M2x2 white bind screws. CAUTION: Do not tou...

4.16 Broadcom Card 4 Replacement Procedures 4.16 Broadcom Card Removing the Broadcom Card Remove the Broadcom card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-31. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the Broadcom card and in the computer with your bare hands. Broadcom card can fail if they...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.16 Broadcom Card Installing the Broadcom Card Install the Broadcom card according to the following procedures and Figure 4-31. 1. Insert the Broadcom card into the connector an angle of 45 degrees. 2. Press down on the Broadcom card to secure it with two M2x2 white bind sc...

4.17 Sub-speaker, USB cable, TV Tuner Splitter card 4 Replacement Procedures and Audio Board 4.17 Sub-speaker, USB cable, TV Tuner Splitter card and Audio Board Removing the Sub-speaker, USB cable, TV Tuner Splitter card and Audio Board Remove the Sub-speaker, USB cable, TV Tuner Splitter card and A...

4.18 Display Mask 4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Display Mask Removing the Display Mask Remove the display mask according to the following procedures and Figure 4-33. 1. Remove the following 4 seals on the display module in that order: - Two black seals on the bottom - Two black seals on the top 2. R...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Display Mask Installing the Display Mask Install the display mask according to the following procedures and Figure 4-33. 1. Seat the display mask in the correct position and secure the following 31 latches, in that order: - Eight top latches - Five latches on each of th...

4.19 FL Inverter Board 4 Replacement Procedures 4.19 FL Inverter Board Removing the FL Inverter Board Remove the FL inverter board according to the following procedures and Figures 4-34. 1. Remove one M2.5x4 white flat head screw. F L i n v e r t e r b o a r d L C D F L c a b l e / H V c a b l e M 2...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.19 FL Inverter Board Installing the FL Inverter Board Install the FL inverter board according to the following procedures and Figures 4-34. 1. Connect the LCD/FL cable to LCD/FL connector, and connect the HV cable to the HV connector. 2. Seat the LCD module, FL inverter bo...

4.20 LCD Module 4 Replacement Procedures 4.20 LCD Modules NOTE: ICs are fragile. Use extreme care not to apply pressure to the ICs along the edges of the LCD module. NOTE: Dispose of used LCD panels (fluorescent (FL) tubes) as required by local ordinances or regulations. NOTE: The LCD/FL cable must ...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.21 CCD Board and MIC 4.21 CCD Board and MIC Removing the CCD Board and MIC Remove the FL inverter board according to the following procedures and Figure 4-37. 1. Disconnect the CCD cable from the CCD module connector and remove the CCD board. C C D b o a r d M I C C C D b ...

4.21 CCD Board and MIC 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the CCD Board and MIC Install the FL inverter board according to the following procedures and Figure 4-37. 1. Connect the CCD module cable to CCD module connector. 2. Seat the CCD module, MIC in the correct position. Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenan...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.22 FELICA card, Bluetooth Card and LED Board 4.22 FELICA card(For JAPAN Model Only), Bluetooth card and LED Board Removing the FELICA card(For JAPAN Model Only), Bluetooth card and LED Board Remove the FELICA card(For JAPAN Model Only) and Bluetooth card and LED Board acco...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.23 Touch Pad and Button Board 4.23 Touch Pad and Button Board Removing the Touch Pad and Button Board Remove the touch pad and button board according to the following procedures and Figure 4-39. 1. Disconnect the touch pad flat cables from J1 on the touch pad. 2. Disconnec...

4.23 Touch Pad and Button Board 4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Touch Pad and Button Board Install the touch pad and button board according to the following procedures and Figure 4-39. 1. Seat the touch pad, button board touch pad bracket in the correct position and secure it with the five M...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.24 Speakers 4.24 Speakers Removing the Speakers Remove the Speakers according to the following procedures and Figure 4-40. 1. Remove one M2.5x4 white flat head screw securing the left speaker. 2. Remove two M2.5x4 white flat head screws securing the right speaker. 3. Remov...

4.25 Switch Board and Volume Board 4 Replacement Procedures 4.25 Switch Board and Volume Board Removing the Switch Board and Volume Board Remove the Switch Board and Volume Board according to the following procedures and Figures 4-41 1. Remove two M2x3 black flat head screws. 2. Remove the switch bo...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.25 Switch Board and Volume Board Install the Switch Board and Volume Board Install the switch board according to the following procedures and Figures 4-12. 1. Connect the switch board flat cables to CN8000 on the switch board. 2. Seat the switch board in the correct positi...

4.26 RJ11 Cable, TV Antenna Connector and B-CAS Card Slot 4 Replacement Procedures 4.26 RJ11 cable, TV Antenna Connector and B-CAS card Slot Removing the RJ11 cable, TV Antenna Connector and B-CAS card Slot Remove the RJ11 cable, TV Antenna Connector and B-CAS card Slot according to the following pr...

4 Replacement Procedures 4.26 RJ11 Cable, TV Antenna Connector and B-CAS Card Slot Installing the RJ11 cable, TV Antenna Connector and B-CAS card Slot Install the RJ11 cable, TV Antenna Connector and B-CAS card Slot according to the following procedures and Figure 4-42. 1. Seat the B-CAS card slot i...

Apx. A Handling the LCD Module Appendices Appendix 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 th...

Apx. B Board Layout Appendices Appendix B Appendix B Board Layout B.1 System Board Front View Figure B-1 Board Layout (Front View) Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual B-1

Appendices Apx. B Board Layout B.2 System Board Back View Figure B-2 Board Layout (Back View) B-2 Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual

Appendices Apx. C Pin Assignments Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual C-3 Appendix C Appendix C Pin Assignments System Board C.1 CN1 LCM / FL Inverter Connector (40-Pin) Table C-1 LCM / FL Inverter Connector Pin Assignments (40-Pin) Pin No. Signal Name I/O Pin No. Signal Name I/O 1 DGND - 2 N$811968 -...

Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Appendices Apx. D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Table D-1 Scan codes (set 1 and set 2) (1/4) Code set 1 Code set 2 Cap No. Keytop Make Break Make Break Note 01 ‘ ~ 29 A9 0E F0 0E 02 1 ! 02 82 16 F0 16 03 2 @ 03 83 1E F0 1E 04 3 #...

Appendices Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Table D-1 Scan codes (set 1 and set 2) (4/4) Cap Code set 1 Code set 2 No. Keytop Make Break Make Break Note 122 F11 57 D7 78 F0 78 *3 123 F12 58 D8 7 F0 7 *3 124 PrintSc *6 *6 *6 *6 *6 126 Pause *7 *7 *7 *7 *7 202 Fn — — — — *4 203 Win E0 5B E0 DB E0 1F E0 F...

Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Appendices Table D-2 Scan codes with left Shift key Code set 1 Code set 2 Cap No. Key top Make Break Make Break 55 / E0 AA E0 35 E0 B5 E0 2A E0 F0 12 E0 4A E0 F0 4A E0 12 75 INS E0 AA E0 52 E0 D2 E0 2A E0 F0 12 E0 70 E0 F0 70 E0 12 76 DEL E0 AA E0 53 E0 D3 E0 2A E0 F0 1...

Appendices Keyboard Scan/Character Codes Table D-3 Scan codes in Numlock mode Code set 1 Code set 2 Cap No. Key top Make Break Make Break 75 INS E0 2A E0 52 E0 D2 E0 AA E0 12 E0 70 E0 F0 70 E0 F0 12 76 DEL E0 2A E0 53 E0 D3 E0 AA E0 12 E0 71 E0 F0 71 E0 F0 12 79 ← E0 2A E0 4B E0 CB E0 AA E0 12 E0 6B...

Apx. E Key Layout Appendices Apx. E Key Layout Appendix E Key Layout E.1 United States (US) Keyboard Figure E-1 US keyboard E.2 Japan (JP) Keyboard Figure E-2 JP keyboard Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual E-1

Apx. E Key Layout Appendices E.5 Canadian Bilingual (QB) Keyboard Figure E-5 QB keyboard E.6 French (FR) Keyboard Figure E-6 FR keyboard Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual E-3

Appendices Apx. E Key Layout E.7 German (GR) Keyboard Figure E-7 GR keyboard E.8 Italian (IT) Keyboard Figure E-8 IT keyboard E-4 Qosmio F40/F45 Maintenance Manual

Apx. F BIOS Rewrite Procedures Appendices Appendix G Appendix F BIOS Rewrite Procedures This Appendix explains how to rewrite the system BIOS program when you update the system BIOS. Tools To rewrite the BIOS, you need the following tool: ‰ BIOS/EC/KBC rewriting disk for the computer that has renewe...

Apx. G EC/KBC Rewrite Procedures Appendices Appendix H Appendix G EC/KBC Rewrite Procedures This Appendix explains how to rewrite the EC/KBC system program when you update the EC/KBC system. Tools To rewrite the EC/KBC, you need the following tool: ‰ BIOS/EC/KBC rewriting disk for the computer Rewri...