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Toshiba Personal Computer
PORTÉGÉ M500
Satellite U200
Maintenance Manual
TOSHIBA CORPORATION
File Number 960-559
[CONFIDENTIAL]
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Copyright © 2006 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 PORTÉGÉ M500 Maintenance Manual First edition April 2006 Disclaimer The information presented in this manual has been reviewed and validated for accuracy. The included
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Preface This maintenance manual describes how to perform hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer PORTÉGÉ M500. 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 italicized and identified as shown below. DANGER:
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The manual is divided into the following parts: Chapter 1 Hardware Overview describes the PORTÉGÉ M500 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 module
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Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures. Acronyms On the first appearance and whenever necessary for clarification acronyms are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM) Keys 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 Some operations require you to simulta
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features...................................................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive......................................................................................... 1-12 1.3 Keyboard..................................................................................................................1-14 1.4 Optical Drive.........................................
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Chapter 3 Tests and Diagnostics 3.1 The Diagnostic Test ................................................................................................... 3-1 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test ................................................................................... 3-4 3.3 Setting of the hardware configuration ....................................................................... 3-9 3.4 Heatrun Test..........................................................................
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Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures 4.1 General....................................................................................................................... 4-1 4.2 Battery pack............................................................................................................... 4-8 4.3 PC card..................................................................................................................... 4-10 4.4 Bridge media............................................
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Appendices Appendix A Handling the LCD Module ........................................................................... A-1 Appendix B Board Layout ................................................................................................ B-1 Appendix C Pin Assignments............................................................................................ C-1 Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes .................................................................. D-1 Appen
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Chapter 1 Hardware Overview [CONFIDENTIAL]
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1 Hardware Overview Chapter 1 Contents 1.1 Features.......................................................................................................................1-1 1.2 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive .........................................................................................1-12 1.3 Keyboard..................................................................................................................1-14 1.4 Optical Drive................................................
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1 Hardware Overview Figures Figure 1-1 Front of the computer .....................................................................................1-5 Figure 1-2 System unit configuration...............................................................................1-5 Figure 1-3 System unit block diagram .............................................................................1-6 Figure 1-4 2.5-inch HDD ...................................................................................
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1.1 Features 1 Hardware Overview 1 Features 1.1 Features The Toshiba PORTÉGÉ M500 Personal Computer uses advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), and Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features. There some models and options according to BTO system. Refer to the Parts List for the configuration of each model and options. Microprocess
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1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features Memory Two DDR2-533/DDR2-667 SDRAM slots. Memory modules can be installed to provide a maximum of 4GB (Intel 945GM) or 2GB (Intel 940GML). Memory modules are available in 256MB, 512MB, 1024MB and 2048MB sizes. HDD The computer has a 2.5-inch SATA HDD. The following capacities are available. • 40/60/80/100/120 GB USB FDD A 3.5-inch USB FDD accommodates 2HD (1.44MB) or 2DD (720KB) disks. Optical Drive DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive or DVD Super Multi drive
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1.1 Features 1 Hardware Overview Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0) Three USB ports are provided. The ports comply with the USB2.0 standard. IEEE 1394 port The computer comes with one IEEE 1394 port. It enables high-speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras. External monitor (RGB) port The port enables connection of an external monitor, which is recognized automatically by Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) 2B
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1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features Internal modem The computer contains a MDC, enabling data and fax communication. It supports ITU-T V.90 (V.92). The transfer rates are 56 Kbps for data reception, 33.6 Kbps for data transmission, and 14,400 bps for fax transmission. However, the actual speed depends on the line quality. The RJ11 modem jack is used to accommodate a telephone line. Both of V.90 and V.92 are supported only in USA, Canada and Australia. Only V.90 is available in other region
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1.1 Features 1 Hardware Overview The front of the computer is shown in figure 1-1. Figure 1-1 Front of the computer The system unit configuration is shown in figure 1-2. Figure 1-2 System unit configuration PORTÉGÉ M500 Maintenance Manual (960-559) [CONFIDENTIAL] 1-5
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1 Hardware Overview 1.1 Features System Unit Block Diagram Figure 1-3 is a block diagram of the system unit. Figure 1-3 System unit block diagram 1-6 [CONFIDENTIAL] PORTÉGÉ M500 Maintenance Manual (960-559)
