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Toshiba Personal Computer
Satellite
Maintenance Manual
TOSHIBA CORPORATION
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Copyright © 2009 by Toshiba Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite Maintenance Manual First edition May. 2009 Disclaimer The information presented in this manual has been reviewed and validated for accuracy. The included set of inst
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Preface This maintenance manual describes how to perform hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite, referred to as the Satellite 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. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Four types of messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each of these messages will be i
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The manual is divided into the following parts: Chapter 1 Hardware Overview describes the Satellite Series system unit and each FRU. Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Procedures explains how to diagnose and resolve FRU problems. Chapter 3 Test and Diagnostics describes how to perform test and diagnostic operations for maintenance service. Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures describes the removal and replacement of the FRUs. Appendices The appendices describe the following: Handling the LCD m
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Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus (+) sign. For example, Ctrl + Pause (Break) means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press Pause (Break). If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the same time press the third. User input Text that you are instructed to type in is shown in the boldface type below: DISKCOPY A: B: The display Text generated by the compute
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features .............................................................................................................................. 1-1 1.2 2.5-inch HDD ..................................................................................................................... 1-9 1.3 DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) ............................................................................ 1-10 1.4 Power Supply...........................
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2-17 BUTTON troubleshooting process .......................................................................................41 2.18 Modem troubleshooting process ...........................................................................................44 2.19 Express card troubleshooting process ..................................................................................46 2.20 HDMI troubleshooting process ..............................................................................
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Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General ............................................................................................................................... 4-1 Safety Precautions .............................................................................................................. 4-2 Before You Begin ............................................................................................................... 4-4 Disassembly Procedures ...........................
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4.8 Function Board ................................................................................................................. 4-23 Removing the Function Board .......................................................................................... 4-23 Installing the function board ............................................................................................. 4-23 4.9 Bluetooth Card ...................................................................................
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Installing the CPU ............................................................................................................ 4-42 4.19 WLAN Card ..................................................................................................................... 4-43 Removing the WLAN Card .............................................................................................. 4-43 Installing the WLAN Card ...........................................................................
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Figure 4.14 Removing the function board ............................................................................... 4-23 Figure 4.15 Removing the Bluetooth card ............................................................................... 4-24 Figure 4.16 Removing the screws from the touch pad button board ....................................... 4-26 Figure 4.17 Removing the touch pad bracket .......................................................................... 4-27 Figure
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Figure 4.45 Removing the LVDS cable .................................................................................. 4-53 Figure 4.46 Installing the LCD Hinge Assembly .................................................................... 4-53 Figure 4.47 Removing the LCD Module from the LCD cover assembly ................................ 4-53 Figure 4.48 Removing the CMOS board and Microphone...................................................... 4-53 Appendices Appendix A Handling
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Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
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1 Hardware Overview Chapter 1 Contents 1.1 Features ................................................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 2.5-inch HDD ......................................................................................................... 1-9 1.3 DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) ................................................................. 1-10 1.4 Power Supply ..................................................................
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1 Hardware Overview Figures Figure 1-1A ID Parts Description Placement Part A .......................................................... 1-5 Figure 1-2 SATA HDD .................................................................................................... 1-9 Figure 1-3 DVD Super Multi Drive ............................................................................... 1-10 Tables Table 1-1 HDD Specifications .......................................................................
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Error! Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here. Error! Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here. 1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features The Toshiba Satellite L550/L550D is a full-size PC notebook equipped with a Dual Core Processor, providing high-speed processing capabilities and advanced features. The computer employs a lithium ion battery that allows it to be battery-operated for long periods of time. The display uses 17.3-inch WX
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1 Hardware Overview Error! Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here. Error! Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here. Satellite L550 Maintenance Manual 1-2
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Error! Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here. Error! Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here. 1 Hardware Overview ODD (BTO) 12.7mm height DVD Super Multi drive supporting ±R Double Layer 12.7mm height DVD Super Multi drive supporting ±R Double Layer w/ Labelflash Display The LCD display comes with the following: 17.3" W (16:9) HD+ (1600x900) CSV WhiteLED Graphics (BTO) ® Intel GM45/GL40 integrated graphi
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1 Hardware Overview Error! Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here. Error! Use the Home tab to apply 2 to the text that you want to appear here. eSATA The external SATA or eSATA port executes high-speed data transfer to external devices and supports shielded cable lengths of up to 2 meters outside the PC. The port also provides dual USB compatibility. Express Card Slot (BTO) The internal Express Card slot is a universal slot. This slot supports E
