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This maintenance manual describes how to perform hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite A210, referred to as the M100 Series in this manual. The procedures described in this manual are intended to help service technicians isolate faulty Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) and replace them in the field.
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Keys are used in the text to describe many operations. The key top symbol as it appears on the keyboard is printed in boldface type. Key operation Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Text that you are instructed to type in is shown in the boldface type below: DISKCOPY A: B: The display Text generated by the computer that appears on its display is presented in the typeface below: Format complete System transferred Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Wireless LAN Troubleshooting ..................36 2.15 Camera troubleshooting ....................38 2.16 Bluetooth Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………………40 2.17 4 in 1 card Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………42 2.18 HDD Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………44 2.19 CRT failure Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………….46 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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HDD Test ........................3-27 3.19 Front Edge Logo check ……………….………………………..………..….………..3-31 3.20 Fingerprint DOS Test ……………………..…………….……………..….………..3-33 3.21 Clear Fingerprint Test …….…………………………….…………...…...…………..3-37 3.22 DMI Test …………….…………………………….………………...…………..3-39 3.23 RDMI Test ……………….…………………………….………………...………..3-40 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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System Fan ..............Error! Bookmark not defined. 4.25 System Board ..............Error! Bookmark not defined. 4.26 VGA Board..............Error! Bookmark not defined. 4.27 CPU Error! Bookmark not defined.……………………………………………………………………………. 4-66 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual viii...
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Appendix C Pin Assignments....................C-1 Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes ................ D-1 Appendix E Key Layout......................E-1 Appendix F Series Screw Torque List ..................F-1 Appendix G Reliability......................G-1 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Offers constant voltage 19V output source with 75W max output power capacity for Minnesota 10A Offers constant voltage 19V output source with 90W max output power capacity for Minnesota 10AG Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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• Vista key supported Touch Pad with Two Buttons • Left button • Right button I/O Ports • Four USB (V2.0) ports • One DDC2b compliant 15-pin VGA port (RGB) Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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• LCD local standby mode by time out • Low battery alarm by beep • Auto-backlight off when LCD cover closed • ACPI 2.0 Compliant supported • LCD auto-dim mode by time out Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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• Windows Vista Home Basic/ Home Premium (32/64 bit support) • Windows Vista Business (32/64 support) • Vista Premium Logo Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
• Realtek High Definition Audio Codec ALC268 − Microphone-in and headphone-out − Volume control: Digital control, rotary type, without mute function − Supports Microsoft Outlook Express audio Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
• When power is turned on or off, the EC starts the power on or off sequence. – SQ0-4: power ON sequence – SQ5-B: power OFF sequence Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 1-10...
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Battery capacity calculation • The EC reads battery remaining and percentage capacity from the battery through SMBus. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 1-11...
RTC battery (Maxell Lithium-Ion 3.0V 18 mAH ML1220HT10) RTC battery (Sanyo Lithium-Ion 3.0V 15 mAH ML1220T28) RTC battery (Panasonic Lithium-Ion 3.0V 17 mAh ML1220/B) Table 1-3 Battery specifications Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 1-12...
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6. The battery cell is bad. Detection of full charge A full charge is detected from the battery pack through SMBus when the battery is charging. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 1-13...
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RTC battery. The RTC battery is charged by the adapter or main battery, while the computer is powered on. Status Time Charging Time (power on) About 24 hours Data preservation period (full charge) 1 month Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 1-14...
11. Multimedia sound system with line-in and line-out ports 12. Headphones 13. USB test module and USB cable 14. Music CD 15. MIC module and MIC line 16. Finger print module 17. Support HDMI TV Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Ask the user if a password is registered and, if it is, ask him or her to enter the password. Verify with the customer that Toshiba Windows Vista is installed on the hard disk. Operating systems that were not preinstalled by Toshiba can cause the computer to malfunction.
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? a n d se le c t th e H A R D D IS K ite m . Y es Figure 2-1 Troubleshooting flowchart (1/2) Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Is an error detected by any of the an error, perform the diagnostics tests? appropriate procedure as outlined below. System is normal Figure 2-1 Troubleshooting flowchart (2/2) Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Section 2.9 and the Optical Drive Troubleshooting Procedures in Section 2.10. 6. If an error is detected by the modem test, perform the Modem Troubleshooting Procedures in Section 2.11. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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6. If an error is detected when using the IEEE1394 device, perform the IEEE1394 device Troubleshooting procedures in Section 2.13. 7. If an error is detected when using the Wireless LAN, perform the Wireless LAN Troubleshooting procedures in Section 2.14. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
P erform internal connection A re the internal power check connections secure? (P rocedure 5) Y es R eplace system board E N D Figure 2-2 Power Supply Troubleshooting Process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Battery within critical low state: 3 minutes remaining. The system is (LED on for 1 second protected and cannot be re-powered on every 2 seconds) without the AC power connected. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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2 Troubleshooting Procedures Amber color off Battery not in low or critical low state; It’s in discharging state Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Connect a new AC adaptor. If the problem is not resolved, go to Check 2. Check 2 Insert a new battery. If the problem is still not resolved, go to Procedure 3. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Make sure the battery pack is installed in the computer correctly. If the battery is properly installed and the battery LED still does not light, go to Procedure 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Make sure that the battery cable is firmly connected to the system board. If it is connected firmly, go to Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
( P ro c e d u r e 3 ) R e p la c e s y s te m b o a r d E N D Figure 2-3 Display troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Refer to Chapter 3, Tests and Diagnostics for details. If an error is detected, go to Procedure 3. If an error is not detected, the display is functioning properly. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Replace the CPU with another of the same specifications. If the problem still exists, perform Check 6. Check 6 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
( P ro c e d u r e 3 ) R e p la c e s y s te m b o a r d E N D Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Check 2 The keyboard may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
R e p la c e s y s te m b o a r d ( P r o c e d u re 2 ) E N D Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Procedure 2 Replace system board If the error persists, the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
T V s e t Y es R e p la c e s y s te m b o a r d E N D Figure 2-6 TV-out troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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If the replacement set does not work the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures TouchPad Troubleshooting START TouchPad connection check (Procedure 1) TouchPad replacement check (Procedure 2) Replace system board Figure 2-7 Touchpad troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Chapter 4. If the FDD is still not functioning properly, replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Perform earphone test (Procedure 2) Do earphones function correctly? Perform connection check (Procedure 3) Perform replacement check (Procedure 4) Replace system board Figure 2-8 Speaker troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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If the stereo speakers don't sound properly, the stereo speakers may be defective or damaged. Replace them with new ones. If the stereo speakers still do not work properly, try replacing in turn the audio board and system board. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
(Procedure 2) Perform software check (Procedure 3) Perform diagnostic test (Procedure 4) Perform connection and replacement check (Procedure 5) Replace system board Figure 2-9 Optical drive troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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The audio test program stored in the Diagnostics Disk will test the drive’s ability to play an audio CD. See Chapter 3 for details. If any errors occur while executing the diagnostic program, go to Procedure 5. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with new one following the instructions in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Computer unable to telephone line and detect telephone signal? connections Perform connection check (Procedure 2) Perform replacement check (Procedure 3) Replace system board Figure 2-10 Modem troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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The modem card or RJ-11 jack may be faulty. Try replacing them. If the problem persists, the system board may be defective or damaged. Replace the System Board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
(P ro c e d u re 2 ) R e p la ce sy ste m b o a rd E N D Figure 2-11 Express card troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Procedures and replace the socket. If the problem persists, the system board may be defective or damaged. Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Was an IEEE 1394 problem detected? faulty. Continue troubleshooting - refer to Figure 2.1 Perform connection and replacement check (Procedure 3) Replace system board Figure 2-12 IEEE 1394 troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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The transmission cable may be damaged. Replace with a good cable. If the malfunction persists, go to Check 4 Check 4 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Was a wireless LAN problem delected? troubleshooting - refer to Figure 2.1 Perform connector and replacement check (Procedure 2) Replace wireless LAN antenna/unit Replace system board Figure 2-13 Wireless LAN troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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The wireless LAN unit may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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2 Troubleshooting Procedures Check 4 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.15 Camera Troubleshooting Figure 2-14 Camera troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Was a Bluetooth problem Continue troubleshooting-refer detect? to Figure 2.1 Perform connector and replacement check (Procedure 2) Replace Bluetooth antenna moudle. Replace system board Figure 2-15 Bluetooth troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 4. Check 4 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
4 IN 1 unit is not IN 1 CARD test? faulty. Perform 4 IN 1 card socket replacement check (Procedure 2) Replace system board Figure 2-16 4 in 1 card troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Procedures and replace the socket. If the problem persists, the system board may be defective or damaged. Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.18 HDD Troubleshooting Figure 2-17 HDD troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
R e p l a c e s y s t e m b o a r d c o n n e c t i o n E N D Figure 2-18 HDD troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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If the replacement set does not work the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
H D M I s e t R e p la c e s y s te m b o a rd E N D Figure 2-19 HDMI troubleshooting process Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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If the replacement set does not work the system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.21. MIC Troubleshooting Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.22 Finger printer troubleshooting Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
3. Tests and Diagnostics Chapter 3 Tests and Diagnostics Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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HDD Test ........................3-27 3.19 Front Edge Logo check ……………….………………………..………..….………..3-31 3.20 Fingerprint DOS Test ……………………..…………….……………..….………..3-33 3.21 Clear Fingerprint Test …….…………………………….…………...…...…………..3-37 3.22 DMI Test …………….…………………………….………………...…………..3-39 3.23 RDMI Test ……………….…………………………….………………...………..3-40 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
A data CD disc (ODD Test) A LAN loopback The following sections explain how to execute the Test & Diagnostic Program and detail the tests within the program. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
N. SPEAKER EQ CHECK TEST O. BUTTON TEST P. HDD TEST Q. Front Edge logo check R. Finger DOS Test S. Clear Finger Test T. WDMI test U. RDMI test Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics The below display will show up at the beginning of T&D program If the test result passes, the following display will show up: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Then press any key for next actions – the below display presented if copying test log file onto diskette is necessary. This action will be executed when “Y” key pressed. It will skip this process if “N” key pressed. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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And then it will check if it’s necessary to leave this program. Program will quit when “Y” key pressed and it will go back main menu for next test if “N” key pressed. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
HDD type & capacity (Vendor ID. Model .Firmware) VRAM size / VGA CHIP TYPE Battery cell (6cell;9cell;12cell) Wireless type LAN Type 1394 Bluetooth SKU ID The screen should display as below: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
NOTE: Remember to tune up the volume as “Maximum” before this test starts. The screen should display as below, indicating whether the test is passed or failed after the question. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
“OFF”. The screen should display as below, indicating whether the test is passed or failed after the question. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
- “Battery Is Full” showed when “remain charge capacities” is 100% The screen should display as below, if the charge function is OK, will show:. If the charge function is NG, the screen will display as: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
The subtests run automatically. NOTE: Press “Esc” key can skip the current subtest. The screen should display as below, indicating whether the subtests pass or fail when finished. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
The ODD test includes two subtests of the: 1. Random read/partial sequential read function 2. Eject ODD door The screen should display as below, indicating whether the subtests pass or fail when finished. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
NOTE: The “Fn” key cannot be tested in the keyboard test. To determine whether the “Fn” key is working correctly, press “Fn+F6 ” or “Fn+F7 ” keys to check if LCD display brightness change gradually. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
The Touch Pad button subtest allows users to test their Touch Pad buttons. If the buttons are clicked, the cursors should appear in the corresponding box of the button figure that is displayed on the screen as below. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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NOTE: The above figure has three compartments although the Touch Pad installed may only have two buttons. In this case, the central compartment in the figure does not correspond to any button. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
640*480 (2/16/256 colors), 800*600 (256 colors) and 1024*768 (256 colors). The screen should display as below, indicating whether the test is passed or failed after the question. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
2. Open the LCD. Then it will indicate whether the test is passed or failed. 1>. If the Lid switch test fail, it will show below display: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics 2>. If the Lid switch test pass, it will show below display: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Line Speed – 100Mbps or 10 Mbps. Bus ID – it’s “4”. The LAN test includes three subtests of the: 1. Speed1000 2. Speed100 3. Speed10 The subtests run automatically. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics The screen should display as below, indicating whether the subtests pass or fail when finished. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics If an error is detected and a test fails, the following message displays: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Checks the computer’s RTC (Real Time Clock) and calendar functions by comparing the DOS and CMOS values. The test runs automatically. The screen should display as below, indicating whether the test is passed or failed when finished. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
This test will check if the computer’s EEPROM 1394GUID code is correct. NOTE: Must open the RAM Door to see RAM connector GUID bar code before test item begins. The figure below will be displayed: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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1. Read EQ Type from EEPROM 2. Re-Write EQ Type to EEPROM NOTE: To execute this test, you must select speaker type (Harman or No brand). The figure below will be displayed: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Press each of the buttons on the front panel in turn. A yellow bar will appear on the relevant section of the figure if the button passes the test. Press Ctrl +C to quit the test. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
- “hard disk” before HDD test starts. Please choice Item1 or Item2 to test HDD After the choice HDD test, Screen would display as below: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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If input password is Right, the screen would display as below: Press any key to test HDD function, the screen would display as below: If input password is wrong, the screen would display as below: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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The screen will display as below picture to show the subtest is passed or failed when finished: If it is show the picture as below, it means HDD function is OK Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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3. Tests and Diagnostics If the picture shows as below, it means he HDD function is NG Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Please read the notice to check the function be enable or be disable in BIOS setup menu. Restart the computer after you change BIOS setting of this function every time. NOTE: The AC adaptor should be connected to successfully run this test. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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2.2 Press disable to let the Front Edge logo item in disable mode (show as below picture), then restart the machine; the Front Edge Logo Led will not be light. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Step1. Need you swipe your finger to enroll Step2. Need you swipe your finger 2 time to enroll. Step3. Need you swipe your finger 3 time to enroll. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Step5. Need you swipe your finger then test program will verify it. Step6. Verify pass, Step7. Need you select your test result to show “PASS” or “Fail”. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
" to clear all information in TBX module The subtests run step by step: (As below) Step1: Step2: Display Notice for clear registered. Step3: below information was the utility auto run. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Step5: If you choice “Y”, the system will reboot. If you choice “N”, the system will show Notice again (see be photo). You can press any key to go back test MEMU list. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
When you want to write DMI data, please select which data you want to write, the figure below will be displayed: 1. Write OME string 2. Write Version 3. Write Serial 4. Write Product Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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NOTE: should input correct DMI data, and should reboot the system that can make the setting effective. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
3. Tests and Diagnostics 3.23 Read DMI If you want to double check the DMI data, please select Read DMI item, the figure below will be displayed: Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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MDC Card ......................4-54 4.23 Wireless Module ....................4-56 4.24 System Fan ......................4-57 4.25 System Board ......................4-59 4.26 VGA Board ......................4-62 4.27 CPU ........................4-65 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Removing screws from the top cover............4-26 Figure 4-27 Disconnecting cables..................4-27 Figure 4-28 Removing the top cover ................4-27 Figure 4-29 Disconnecting cables..................4-28 Figure 4-30 Removing CRT module screws and display assembly ........4-28 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-ii...
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Removing the Function Button Board screws ..........4-50 Figure 4-59 Removing the Function Button Board ............4-50 Figure 4-60 Removing the USB board screw..............4-52 Figure 4-61 Removing the USB board cable..............4-52 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-iii...
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Figure 4-79 Removing the heat sink screws ..............4-65 Figure 4-80 Removing the heat sink ................4-65 Figure 4-81 Turning the CPU cam...................4-66 Figure 4-82 Removing the CPU..................4-66 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-iv...
Function Bluetooth Touch Wireless System Display print Speakers Button Module Board Card Module Assembly Module Board System Board FL Inverter VGA Board Heat Sink Module Camera Microphone Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Touch Wireless System Display print Speakers Button Module Board Card Module Assembly Module Board System Board FL Inverter VGA Board Heat Sink Module Camera and Microphone Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-2...
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Before removing an FRU or other component, make sure all connected cables to the component have been disconnected. If you use AC power, be sure to use the cable that came with the computer or one recommended by Toshiba. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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10. After you have replaced a FRU, make sure the computer is functioning properly by performing the appropriate test on the FRU you have fixed or replaced. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-4...
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FRU. After installing an FRU in the computer, confirm that the FRU and the computer are functioning properly. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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ESD mats for the floor and the table you are working on. ESD wrist strap or heel grounder. Anti-static carpeting or flooring. Air-ionizers in highly static sensitive areas. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-6...
Figure 4-2 Removing the battery pack NOTE: For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack. Please return spent battery packs to Toshiba. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Slide the battery pack into the battery bay. The battery bay latch will click automatically. Lock the battery double lock to secure the battery pack in position. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-8...
3. Grasp the PC card and pull it out from the slot. Figure 4-3 Removing the PC card 4. Press the eject button back into place, if necessary. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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4 Replacement Procedures Inserting the PC Card To insert a PC card, follow the steps below: 1. Make sure the eject button does not stick out. Push it back into place if required. 2. Insert the PC card in the slot and gently press to ensure a firm connection. Figure 4-4 Installing the PC card 4-10...
1. Press the memory card gently into the socket until it pops out. Figure 4-5 Pressing the memory card 2. Grasp the memory and remove it. Figure 4-6 Removing the memory card Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-11...
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4 Replacement Procedures Inserting the Memory Card To insert a memory card, follow the steps below: 1. Insert the memory card in the slot and gently press to ensure a firm connection. Figure 4-7 Installing the memory card 4-12 Minnesota 10A/10AG Series Maintenance Manual...
Follow the steps below to remove HDD module: 1. Turn the computer upside down. 2. Release the two black M2.5x4 screws to release the HDD door. Figure 4-9 Releasing the HDD door screw Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-13...
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4 Replacement Procedures 3. Pull up and lift the HDD door to remove it. Figure 4-10 Removing the HDD door 4. Pull out the black Mylar tab to remove the HDD unit. Figure 4-11 Removing the HDD 5. Remove the HDD from the HDD case. 4-14 Minnesota 10A/10AG Series Maintenance Manual...
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6. Pull the HDD outwards and remove the four M3x3 black screws that secure the HDD case and bracket to the HDD. Figure 4-12 Removing the HDD screws from bracket Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-15...
4 Replacement Procedures Expansion Memory Removing the Expansion Memory Modules To remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode before removing the memory module. Remove the battery pack, cables and any optional devices before you start and then follow these steps: Release the black non-separate screw securing the memory module socket cover.
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Repeat steps 3 and 4 to remove the second memory expansion module in the same way. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the expansion memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-17...
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4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Expansion Memory Module CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the expansion memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. Follow these steps to install a memory module: Set the computer to boot mode and turn off the power.
Use your finger or a flat blade screwdriver to push out on the module bracket and then slide the module from the bay. Figure 4-18 Removing the optical drive module Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-19...
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4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Optical Drive Module To install a device in the optical drive module bay, follow the steps below and refer to the figure in the preceding section. 1. Make sure that the expansion memory door is opened and the ODD screw (M2x3, black) is removed.
NOTE: The small arrow shown on the metal bracket indicates the top side of the optical bracket. Keep this in mind when removing or installing the drive. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-21...
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4 Replacement Procedures Reassembling the Optical Drive NOTE: The small arrow shown on the metal bracket indicates the top side of the optical bracket. Keep this in mind when removing or installing the drive. To reassemble an optical drive, follow the steps below and refer to the figure in the preceding section.
NOTE: The display panel must be fully open in order to remove the strip cover. 3. Remove the strip cover. Figure 4-21 Removing the strip cover Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-23...
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4 Replacement Procedures 4. Remove the two black M2.5x2.5 black screws securing the keyboard. Figure 4-22 Removing the keyboard screws 5. Push the center of the keyboard, press the center tab, and lift the keyboard out, revealing the keyboard cable underneath. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the system board. Figure 4-23 Disconnecting the keyboard cable 4-24...
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3. Place the keyboard on the top cover, insert under the center tab, and secure it with two black M2.5x2.5 screws. 4. Seat the strip cover and press down until the latches engage to secure the strip cover. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-25...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.10 Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly To remove the display assembly, first remove the battery and any optional devices. Also remove the keyboard, as described in the previous sections. Then follow the steps below: 1. Turn over the laptop. Remove seventeen (17) M2.5x8 screws securing the bottom cover, and three M2x3 screws from inside the battery compartment.
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Figure 4-27 Disconnecting cables 4. First remove the CMOS cable, then remove the top cover. Figure 4-28 Removing the top cover Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-27...
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4 Replacement Procedures 5. Disconnect the microphone cable, WLAN cable, and LVDS cable from the system board. Carefully disconnect all cables and place them to the side of the notebook. Figure 4-29 Disconnecting cables 6. Remove two hexagonal VGA screws from the CRT module on the left side of the laptop. Remove three M2.5x6 screws securing the LCD assembly to the bottom cover.
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4 Replacement Procedures 7. Lift and remove the LCD assembly. Figure 4-31 Removing the display assembly Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-29...
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4 Replacement Procedures Installing the Display Assembly To install the display assembly, follow the steps below and refer to the figures in the preceding section. Seat the display assembly, taking care not to crush to the LCD display cable, the CMOS cable, the WLAN cables, the Bluetooth connector, and the microphone cable.
Remove four rubber pads to reveal the four M2.5x6 screws securing the display mask to the LCD module. Figure 4-32 Removing the rubber pads Remove the four M2.5x6 black screws securing the display mask. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-31...
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4 Replacement Procedures Figure 4-33 Removing the display mask screws 4-32 Minnesota 10A/10AG Series Maintenance Manual...
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Seat the display mask and press firmly all around to secure the latches on each side. Secure the display mask with four M2.5x6 screws and then replace the rubber pads on top. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-33...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.12 FL Inverter Board Removing the FL Inverter Board To remove the FL inverter board, first remove the battery pack, display assembly, and display mask; then follow the steps below. Remove the M2x3 black screw securing the FL inverter board to the LCD display assembly.
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NOTE: If a dual inverter board is installed, you must secure it with two additional M2.5x4 screws. Connect the two connectors on either side of the board. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-35...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.13 LCD Module Removing the LCD Module To remove the LCD module, first remove the display assembly, display mask, and FL inverter board and then follow the steps below. 1. Disconnect all cables from the guides around the edge of the top chassis. Figure 4-38 Removing the LCD Module 2.
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Figure 4-41 Removing the bracket screws NOTE: If the LCD module malfunctions, remove the LCD cable and LCD bracket. Then replace the whole LCD module unit. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-37...
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4 Replacement Procedures 5. Turn the LCD screen over and remove the tape securing the LVDS cable. Disconnect the LVDS cable. Figure 4-42 Removing the LVDS cable Installing the LCD Module To install the LCD module, follow the steps below and refer to the figures in the preceding section.
2. Make sure all cables are arranged properly in the clamps and use scotch and tape to secure the antennas in the four corners.. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-39...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.15 Camera and Microphone To remove the camera and microphone, first remove the display assembly, display mask, FL inverter board and the LCD display module. Then follow the steps below. 1. Remove the CMOS cable from the camera module. Remove the camera module by gently peeling it away from its adhesive backing.
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1. Secure the camera module to the adhesive backing at the top of the display mask. 2. Connect the CMOS cable to the camera module. 3. Press the microphone into place in its housing. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-41...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.16 Bluetooth module To remove the Bluetooth module, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, and top cover. Then follow the steps below: Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. Turn the top cover over. Remove the Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth module. Figure 4-46 Disconnecting the Bluetooth cable 2.
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Insert the Bluetooth module into the module holder on the back of the top cover at a 45- degree angle. Push down and press into place. Connect the Bluetooth cable to the module and to the system board. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-43...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.17 Touch Pad To remove the Touch Pad, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, and top cover. Then follow the steps below: Removing the Touch Pad 1. Turn the top cover over. Remove the Touch Pad cable from the Touch Pad module. Figure 4-48 Removing the touch pad cable 2.
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1. Turn the top cover upside down and place the Touch Pad in position. 2. Place the Touch Pad Bracket in position on top, sliding it down into place. 3. Secure the Touch Pad bracket with one M2.5x4 screw. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-45...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.18 Fingerprint Module To remove the Fingerprint module, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, and top cover. Then follow the steps below: Removing the Fingerprint Module 1. Turn the top cover over. Remove four M2.0x2.5 screws securing the Fingerprint Module Bracket to the back of the top cover.
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1. Turn the top cover upside down and place the Fingerprint Module and the Fingerprint Module Bracket in position on top. 2. Secure the Fingerprint Module bracket with four M2.0x2.5 screws. Follow the numbered order indicated on the bracket. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-47...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.19 Speakers To remove the speakers, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, and top cover. Then follow the steps below: Removing the Speakers 1. Turn the top cover over. Remove three M2.5x4 screws securing the right speaker to the top cover.
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3. Extend the right speaker cable through the top cover. 4. Turn the top cover over and install it onto the system board. 5. Connect the speaker cables (black and red) to the system board. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-49...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.20 Function Button Board To remove the function button board, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, and top cover. Then follow the steps below: Removing the Function Button Board 1. Turn the top cover over. Remove three M2.0x2.5 screws securing the function button board to the top cover.
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Push down and press into place. 2. Connect the cable to the connector on the system board. 3. Secure the function button board with one M2.0x2.5 screw. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-51...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.21 USB Board To remove the USB board, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, and top cover. Then follow the steps below: Removing the USB Board 1. Remove one M2.5x4 screw securing the USB board to the bottom cover. Figure 4-60 Removing the USB board screw 2.
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1. Place the USB board in position. 2. Connect the USB board cable to the system board. 3. Secure the USB board with one M2.5x4 screw. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-53...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.22 MDC Card Removing the MDC Card To remove the MDC card, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, and top cover. Then follow the steps below: 1. Remove the two M2.5x2.5 screws securing the MDC card. Figure 4-63 Removing the MDC card screws 2.
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1. Seat the MDC card in the system board. 2. Connect the RJ-11 connector and attach the RJ-11 cable to the MDC card. 3. Secure the MDC card with two M2.5x2.5 screws. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-55...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.23 Wireless Module Removing the Wireless Module To remove the wireless module, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, and top cover. Then follow the steps below: 1. Remove the two M2x3 screws securing the wireless module to the system board. Figure 4-66 Removing the wireless module screws 2.
1. Remove the three M2.5x2.5 screws securing the system fan to the system board. Figure 4-68 Removing the system fan screws 2. Disconnect the system fan cable from the system fan board. Figure 4-69 Removing the system fan cable Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-57...
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4 Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the system fan. Figure 4-70 Removing the system fan Installing the System Fan To install the system fan, follow the steps below and refer to the figures in the preceding section. 1. Seat the system fan in the chassis. 2.
1. Disconnect and remove the VGA cable. Figure 4-71 Removing the VGA cable 2. Disconnect the DC-IN connector from its socket. Figure 4-72 Removing the DC-IN connector Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-59...
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4 Replacement Procedures 3. Remove one M2.5x4 screw securing the system board to the bottom cover. Figure 4-73 Removing system board screw 4. Remove the system board. Figure 4-74 Removing the system board 4-60 Minnesota 10A/10AG Series Maintenance Manual...
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2. Replace one M2.5x4 screw securing the system board to the bottom cover. 3. Connect the DC-IN connector into its socket. 4. Replace the VGA cable. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-61...
4 Replacement Procedures 4.26 VGA Board Removing the VGA Board To remove the VGA board, first remove the display assembly, keyboard, top cover, MDC card, USB board, wireless module, system fan, and system board. Then follow the steps below: 1. Turn the system board over and remove the four spring screws securing the VGA heat sink to the VGA board.
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3. Remove the four M2.5x4 screws securing the VGA board to the system board. Figure 4-77 Removing the VGA board screw 4. Remove the VGA board. Figure 4-78 Removing the VGA board Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-63...
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4 Replacement Procedures Installing the VGA Board To install the VGA board, follow the steps below and refer to the figure in the preceding section: CAUTION: If you remove the heat sink, use the grease tool (ex. stain remover) to remove the grease on the VGA board and heat sink.
Follow the order indicated by the numbers on the heat sink to remove the screws. Figure 4-79 Removing the heat sink screws Lift and remove the heat sink from the system board. Figure 4-80 Removing the heat sink Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-65...
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4 Replacement Procedures Turn the cam on the CPU socket with a flat-blade screwdriver so that the notch on the cam is aligned with the open side of the CPU socket to unlock the CPU Figure 4-81 Turning the CPU cam Gently lift out the CPU.
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Seat the heat sink on top of the CPU. Seat the heat sink over the CPU and secure with four M2.5x4 screws. Follow the order indicated by the numbers on the heat sink. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual 4-67...
Do not force the module into place, because stress can affect its performance. Note: The panel’s polarized surface is easily scratched and damaged, so handle it carefully. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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4. If water or other liquid is left on the panel’s surface for a long period, it can change the screen’s tint or stain it. Be sure to quickly wipe off any liquid. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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6. CMOS-LSI circuits are used in the module, so guard against damage from electrostatic discharge. Be sure to wear a wrist or ankle grounding device when handling the module. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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8. Do not store the module at temperatures below its specifications. Cold can cause the liquid crystals to freeze, lose their elasticity or otherwise suffer damage. 9. Do not disassemble the LCD module. Disassembly can cause malfunctions. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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10. If you transport the module, do not use packing material that contains epoxy resin (amine) or silicon glue (alcohol or oxime). These materials can release gas that can damage the panel’s polarization. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Signal Name MIC1_L MIC1_R MIC_SENSE C.12 JP38 Table C-12 Head phone Connector pin assignments (6-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name HP_L HP_R HP_SENSE Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual C-10...
Pin No. Signal Name TV_LUMA TV_CRMA C.15 JP37 Table C-15 1394 Connector pin assignments (4-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name XTPB0- XTPB0+ XTPA0- XTPA0+ Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual C-14...
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C.16 JP36 Table C-16 5 in 1 Card Reader Connector pin assignments (44-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name MSBS_SDCMD_SMWE# MSD1_SDD1_SMD1 MSD0_SDD0_SMD0 MSD2_SDD2_SMD2 MS_CD# MSD3_SDD3_SMD3 MSCLK_SDCLK2 +VCC_5IN1 MSD2_SDD2_SMD2 MSD3_SDD3_SMD3 MSBS_SDCMD_SMWE# +VCC_5IN1 MSCLK_SDCLK1 MSD0_SDD0_SMD0 MSD1_SDD1_SMD1 SD_CD# XD_CD# SM_RB SMRE SDWP#_SMCE# SMCLE SDCMD_SMALE...
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PCIE_ITX_C_PRX_P1 C.18 Table C-18 Power/B Connector pin assignments (10-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name ON/OFF IEBTN# KSO0 MODEBTN# EC_PLAYBTN# EC_STOPBTN# EC_FRDBTN# EC_REVBTN# BUTTON_ID Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual C-16...
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C.19 JP15 Table C-19 TP Connector pin assignments (12-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +5VS +5VS TP_DATA TP_CLK SW_R SW_L C.20 JP11 Table C-20 Int. Camera Connector pin assignments (5-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +5VS USB20_N8 USB20_P8...
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Pin No. Signal Name SPK_L1 SPK_L2 C.25 JP18 Table C-25 Left Speaker Connector pin assignments (2-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name SPK_R1 SPK_R2 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual C-18...
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C.26 JP22 Table C-26 USB/B Connector pin assignments (12-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +USB_VCCA +USB_VCCA +USB_VCCA +USB_VCCA USB20_P1 USB20_N1 USB20_P0 USB20_N0 C.27 JP30 Table C-27 USB Connector pin assignments (4-pin) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal Name +USB_VCCC USB20_N4...
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Table D-1 Scan codes (set 1 and set 2) (1/4) Code set 1 Code set 2 Keytop Note Make Break Make Break ‘ ~ 7 & BkSp Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Table D-1 Scan codes (set 1 and set 2) (2/4) Code set 1 Code set 2 Keytop Note Make Break Make Break Caps Lock ‘ “ Enter Shift (L) No.102 , < . > Shift (R) Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Table D-1 Scan codes (set 1 and set 2) (3/4) Code set 1 Code set 2 Keytop Note Make Break Make Break Ctrl(L) Alt (L) Space ALT (R) Ctrl(R) ← Home ↑ ↓ PgUp PgDn → Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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5. * This key corresponds to key No. 42 in a 102-key model. 6. * Refer to Table D-6, No. 124 key scan code. 7. * Refer to Table D-7, No. 126 key scan code. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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With right Shift Set 1 E0 AA ___________ E0 B6 E0 2A ___________ E0 36 Set 2 E0 F0 12_________ E0 F0 59 E0 12____________ E0 59 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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AA E0 12 E0 2F E0 F0 2F E0 F0 12 Table D-4 Scan codes with Fn keyiI Code set 1 Code set 2 Keytop Make Break Make Break L-CTRL L-ALT ARROW NUMERIC Scrl Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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(–) Table D-6 No.124 key scan code Code set 1 Code set 2 Shift Make Break Make Break Prt Sc Common Ctrl + Shift + Alt + Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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Table D-7 No.126 key scan code Key top Shift Code set 1 Code set 2 Make Make Pause Common Ctrl *: This key generates only make codes. Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
Appendix E Key Layout United Status (US) Keyboard Figure US keyboard Traditional Chinese (CH) Keyboard Figure CH keyboard Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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3. Thai (TI) Keyboard Figure TI keyboard 4. Korean (KO) Keyboard Figure KO keyboard Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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5. United Kingdom (UK) Keyboard Figure UK keyboard 6. US International (UI) Keyboard Figure UI keyboard Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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29. Canadian Multinational (AC) Keyboard Figure AC keyboard 30. Canadian Bilingual (CB) Keyboard Figure CB keyboard Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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31. Japanese (JP) Keyboard Figure JP keyboard Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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2.5~3.0 kg MA000005YG0 M2.5*8 LOW TO USB PCB TO UP 2.5~3.0 kg MA000005YG0 M2.5*8 LOW TO UP 2.5~3.0 kg MA0000061G0 M2.5*4 FAN ASSY TO LOWER 2.5~3.0 kg Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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HDD DOOR TO LOW 2.5~3.0 kg MA0000035G0 M2.5D RAM DOOR TO LOW 2.5~3.0 kg MA000009EG0 RGB CONN TO SADDLE 2.5~3.0 kg MAAA00153G0 M2.0*3 LOW TO ODD MODULE BRK 2.5~3.0 kg Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...
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The following table shows MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) for each component. Table G-1 MTBF Component Time (hours) 10,000 Keyboard 60,000 300,000 Optical (DVD/CD) drive 60,000 AC adaptor 60,000 Satellite A210/ A215, Satellite Pro A210, EQUIUM A210, SATEGO A210 Series Maintenance Manual...