Toshiba 780DVD manual

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  • Page 1

    Toshiba TRR 4/00, Tecra Page 7 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview This section explains how to remove Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). It may not be neces- sary to remove all the FRUs in order to replace one. The chart is a guide to which FRUs need to be removed in order to remove others. The section numbers on the chart refer to the section[...]

  • Page 2

    4/00, Tecra Toshiba TRR Page 8 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) To remove the optional PC card, make sure the computer is in boot mode, then follow the steps below. 1. Turn off the power to the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all external cables connected to the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. Open or remove the [...]

  • Page 3

    Toshiba TRR 4/00, Tecra Page 9 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) 1. To install the cover, first remove the SelectBay module then hold the cover by the two finger grips and push it into place until you hear the latches click. 2. To remove the cover, grasp the two finger grips and pull the cover out. Y ou can use the SelectBay cover[...]

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    4/00, Tecra Toshiba TRR Page 10 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) 1. Seat the FDD in the bracket and secure the bracket with four M2x3 silver screws . Tighten screws to a torque of less than 2.2 kgfcm. 2. Insert the flexible cable into the connector . Press gently to assure a firm connection. 3. Seat the FDD in the lower plastic f[...]

  • Page 5

    Toshiba TRR 4/00, Tecra Page 11 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) Disassembling the HDD Pack, continued. 3. Remove four M2.5x6 silver screws from HDD pack. 4. Remove four M3x4 flat-head screws and the HDD frame . 5. Remove the flexible cable. CAUTION: Do not try to disconnect by pulling on the flexible cable. CAUTION: Do not apply[...]

  • Page 6

    4/00, Tecra Toshiba TRR Page 12 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) To install the HDD pack, follow the steps below. 1. Align the HDD pack with the marker on the computer and seat the HDD so that tabs on the HDD fit into notches on the computer. 2. Make sure the cover is pushed fully to the right and push the HDD back to ensure a fi[...]

  • Page 7

    Toshiba TRR 4/00, Tecra Page 13 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) 7. Remove four M2x6 screws securing the modem board (or the dummy cover) and lift it out. Opening the palmrest, continued. í To remove the backup and RTC batteries, follow the steps below. 1. Turn off the power to the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all ext[...]

  • Page 8

    4/00, Tecra Toshiba TRR Page 14 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) 1. Turn off the power to the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all external cables connected to the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack, optional PC card, HDD pack, optional memory module, modem board and backup and RTC batteries. 3. Peel off the tape placed [...]

  • Page 9

    Toshiba TRR 4/00, Tecra Page 15 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) Removing the top cover with display assembly, continued. 6. Turn the computer right side up and open the display panel. 7. Slightly lift up the LCD cable cover and pull it forward to remove it, then remove the plastic lens . 8. Remove the tape off the LCD cables. 9.[...]

  • Page 10

    4/00, Tecra Toshiba TRR Page 16 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) 1. Turn off the power to the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all external cables connected to the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack, optional PC card, HDD pack, optional memory module, modem board, backup and RTC batteries, keyboard, membrane switch and t[...]

  • Page 11

    Toshiba TRR 4/00, Tecra Page 17 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) 1. Turn off the power to the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all external cables connected to the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack, optional PC card, HDD pack, optional memory module, modem board, backup and RTC batteries, keyboard, membrane switch, top [...]

  • Page 12

    4/00, Tecra Toshiba TRR Page 18 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) To install the middle frame, follow the steps below. 1. Make sure the SelectBay release lever is extended and the SelectBay lock is in the locked position. 2. Seat the middle frame and make sure a small tongue on the middle frame’s SelectBay locking mechanism fits[...]

  • Page 13

    Toshiba TRR 4/00, Tecra Page 19 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) To remove the display mask, follow the steps below. 1. Turn off the power to the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all external cables connected to the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. Remove two rubber seals at the bottom corners of the display assemb[...]

  • Page 14

    4/00, Tecra Toshiba TRR Page 20 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) NOTE: Be careful not to apply pressure to the ICs along the edge of the LCD module. The ICs are easily damaged. To remove the LCD module, follow the steps below. 1. Turn off the power to the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all external cables connected to th[...]

  • Page 15

    Toshiba TRR 4/00, Tecra Page 21 Tecra 780CDM / 780DVD Disassembly Overview, (cont.) CAUTION : When you remove the FL , be careful not to let any dust or other foreign matter contaminate the LCD panel . Any contamination can affect the performance of the unit. To remove the FL, follow the steps below. 1. Turn off the power to the computer. Disconnec[...]