Satellite A40: Location empty under keyboard

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• Satellite A40: keyboard mapping with us Euro WinXP Pro

  I thought it was a simple problem to solve, but unfortunately it has escaped me. I had to reload a Satellite A40 with the American version of WinXP Pro Corp. Laptop was purchased in Germany. The keyboard is physically different than typical laptops, used here (pressing the button gives you a Z, for example). Is it possible to map the keyboard so that the user can get an idea of what is typed? I crossed the region in question, and I had no chance (unless it's just me?!). Any guys help? Thanks a lot :)

  Hello

  As you said in your advertisement you can change the keyboard language settings in the Control Panel regional and language settings language Details tab

  In the installed services, you can add the language of the US or UK keyboard.
  Please note: you can set several languages. To switch between the settings please use the keys ALT + SHIFT.

• How to change RAM on Satellite A40 - 151

  My laptop Satellite A40-151 contains 256 MB of Ram with XP. It has become extremely slow because of microsoft recent service pack updates.

  It is impossible to make this work more quickly.
  Could someone please suggest me how can I move my ram to 1 GB. Is it supported to upgrade.

  Please I guide me otherwise I can't use this system more.

  Hello

  Yesterday, the same thing happened to me. Windows has received all MS patches and updates and the laptop everything was not more usable.
  It was amazing, slow but after several hours, I managed to install all the updates and now everything works fine.

  Laptop you can be upgraded up to 2GB. This is possible. If you want to use max 1 GB I recommend using 2 x 512 MB modules.
  You use PC2100 200 pin memory (266 MHz) DDR SODIMM!

  You will find the detailed description in your user manual I hope ;)

  But I'll post here a small instruction:
  The modules are hidden under the keyboard!

  -Disconnect all cables and remove the battery
  -Slide the latch of the screen at the front of the computer to the right and open the display panel
  -Insert a thin object under the edge of the brace of keyboard and lift them from the orthosis
  -remove the 2 screws of the keyboard and a screws of the metal structure and raise the metal structure
  -Remove the keyboard carefully (the keyboard is connected to the card cable in water. Make sure you do not apply a voltage of this cable and do not attempt to unplug this cable!)
  -lift in the sheet of insulation left on the memory module
  -Insert a new module into the slot and gently push it downwards so that it lies flat and is fixed by two locks on each side.

  Good luck ;)

• Satellite A40-231 - 100% CPU usage when any browser works

  Hello
  my laptop is satellite A40-231, I have a problem for days.

  When I open any browser (I tried firefox, IE and chrome) I can't watch the video, everything is slowing down, I can't navigate between pages.

  I took a quick glance to the use of the cpu and it increase to 100%, it never decreases. When I close the browser, the CPU usage drops to 15%, which is normal. I thought it might be a virus that internet connection and make things slower. That's why I format my laptop. I deleted all of my hard drive and reformatted. I installed Windows again, but he has not changed. I even installed ubuntu (I thought maybe virus can not work under ubuntu), but it's the same thing. I turn on my laptop and I open a browser and the laptop slows. I have clean the cpu fan it has not helped.

  I tried to solve it for days I could not sleep properly, I'm about to cry :(

  Please help me please.

  Hello

  You have reinstalled Windows using the Toshiba Recovery disk? This drive will restore the settings from the factory with all the drivers and tools so everything should work fine after that.

  In addition this happens with LAN or WLAN connection? You should try it with the other connection.
  Also check your router and update the firmware. Try to disable the encryption, MAC address filtering, etc.

• Satellite A500 / big problem with keyboard

  Hello everyone, first sorry for my English, I'm French!

  Anyway, since 2 days now my Satellite A500 has a big keyboard problem and I don't know how to fix it. I used it as usually, just cleaned each week arriving at work with a simple cloth and after starting my computer, when I started typing, I realized that the keyboard has disappeared as a "madman".

  Some keys are reversed, others like the space bar just doesn't work anymore, capslock button now unlock with the key has and another example, when I press D writes 'CD' and other stuff like that. It is simply impossible to type correctly. I'm running on Windows 7, I have the first test to look for any kinf of viruses, vain, so I formatted my hard drive, reinstalled Windows 7, then after I did the update to the Bios and now everything is clear and clean, but the keyboard problem is still there.

  The fact is that I have this laptop since August 2009 and my warranty no longer applies, so before I should send my computer to any computer repair store I want to know if it's really a problem of keyboard/equipment which can be fixed, "softwarely" or if there is always some kind of alternative for me.

  Thanks to all for your future responses.

  Hello

  Crazy keyboard?
  Hmm. Don t think that it s software or related bios looks more keyboard problem.
  You can try to plug an external USB keyboard to check if the problem would be also available
  If it s not available using the external USB keyboard, then it s internal problem of keyboard and the part needs to be replaced.

  Keyboard replacement is not difficult. The keyboard is secured by two or three screws that are hidden under the cover of thin plastic above the F1 - F12 buttons.
  Remove the plastic cover, remove the screws, lift the keyboard, disconnect the cable (notice, two tiny locks on the connector needs to be moved).
  Then, you would be able to remove the cable of the flat keyboard which is connected to the mobo.

  But if you have no experience, then you this replacement must be done by laptop computer technician.

  Welcome them

• Satellite A40-231: cannot burn CDs or DVDs

  Hello

  I can play CDs without problem, but I can't write them and DVD. I tried with Windows XP default recorder (by Roxio as he said), Nero and Infra Recorder but still had the same problem. Combustion process begins and finishes without errors with all of this software, but when I check the contents of the CD later, I see that nothing is written there, the CD is just considered as empty, or sometimes seen with 0 MB of available space, 0 MB total space.

  I tried with the CD - r, CD - RW and the DVD but I got the same problem. I have 2 389 MB free in my disk space hard as he is seen by Nero for the ability of the temporary folder that it uses.

  My DVD-R /-RW is recognized by Windows XP without problem and also, I installed the latest firmware from the site Web of Toshiba.

  Here are my specifications:

  Toshiba Satellite A40-231
  Toshiba DVD - ROM SD-R6112 DVD-R /-RW DRIVE Firmware Version: 1333 (latest news on the site Web of Toshiba Driver)
  System dual boot: Windows XP SP2 and Linux Debian Sarge

  Hello

  In the manual of Toshiba, you compatible o is a list and supported the CDs and DVDs.
  You must use these mediums as they are tested and should work correctly.

  Another tip:
  Go to start > run > and start recording with a command regedit

  Delete values
  upperFilter and UpperFilter of this key:
  HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Contro l\Class\ {4D36E965-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318}

  I've done on my laptop and noticed some improvements

• Need new card system for Satellite A40

  Hello

  I dropped my satellite a40 laptop yesterday and it was a map of wireless network in it, it caused damage to the pcmcia, folded slot location, broke the release button and broke the connector.
  IM assuming that this means a new motherboard, do anyone know if I can get one and if so how much is likely to put me back

  see you soon
  John

  Hello John

  In my opinion, there are only two solutions: you can contact the Service partner in your country to order one or google around and check if you can find an online store where you can order the parts you need.

  Unfortunately, I have no info on the price and part number.

  Good bye

• Satellite A40 - 10 - D drive: for code error is not found

  HELP PLEASE!

  I really need help to fix errors on my system.
  A few moments ago I accidentally deleted the DVD player + / optics to my laptop, and when I go to my computer, it's not here?
  The sys. tells me that the D: drive is not found, and the disc has been removed without preparation and cannot be found, error code 10.

  What this means, as I tried to update the BIOS and it didn't need, and I can't find a driver for the A40 Satellite from Toshiba.
  In addition, drivers seem to be ok and the boxes are checked in the device management, even if the optical drive has sometimes a yellow exclamation?
  Tried the recovery disc and no luck.
  Also the drive does not work now, because it does not read discs!

  Here is the Spec for the computer, as well as the summary for error messages. Reallr wouild appreciate any help on this please...

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  Specifications
  TOSHIBA
  System model: Satellite A40
  BIOS version: TOSHIBA Version 1.50

  Operating system
  Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  Version: 5.1.2600
  Service Pack: 1.0
  Location: C:\WINDOWS
  PID: 55277-OEM-0011903-00111
  Hot Fix: Q817606

  (Vivid RAM) memory
  Capacity: 2 GB

  Here is a list of the Dr. watson error reports that appeared the donation system.

  January 25, 2009 Service Control Manager the Application Management service terminated with the following error: the specified module could not be found.

  January 25, 2009 atapi the device, \Device\Ide\IdePort1, did not in the expiration time.

  January 25, 2009 Cdrom driver detected a controller error on.
  January 25, 2009 atapi the device, \Device\Ide\IdePort1, did not in the expiration time.
  January 25, 2009 Service Control Manager boot start or system start (s) what follows could not load: Cdrom
  January 25, 2009 PlugPlayMa swim the device ' S I t A D D - M R - 6! 1 '' ' (IDE\CdRomT_S_I_A_D_D-R_M_S_-_ 6! 1 '___1 #3' 423362730283321372620202020202 020202020 ___\3) disappeared from the system without first be prepared for removal.

  January 31, 2009 Cdrom driver detected a controller error on.

  January 31, 2009 Service Control Manager boot start or system start (s) what follows could not load: Cdrom

  January 24, 2009 Applicatio n error Faulting application helpctr.exe, version 5.1.2600.1106 failing module kernel32.dll, version 5.1.2600.1106, fault address 0x0001a67a.

  January 25, 2009 MsiInstall product Re: ParetoLogic DriverCure - 1722.There error is a problem with this Windows Installer package. A program run as part of the Setup did not finish as expected. Contact your provider to support personal or package. Action DeleteScheduledTask, location: C:\Program Files\ParetoLogic\DriverCure\D riverCure.exe, command:-deletetask

  January 25, 2009 Applicatio n Hang Hanging application switch.exe, version 0.0.0.0, hang module hungapp, version 0.0.0.0, hang address 0x00000000.

  Hello

  Akuma is right. I tried to find Microsoft document about this, but somehow the old links no longer work.
  In any case, after removing the Upperfilters and Lowerfilters optical drive should be recognized correctly again and you can use it again.

• Satellite A40 turn off once all cases the battery is not connected

  I felt that my battery has something wrong and I do not use much. I seconded to work on current alternative. The strange thing when windows or linux or any bootable cd running after while the laptop is turned off. But when I entered under windows in safe mode, it is not turned off.

  When I plugged the battery again the laptop works very well. I have the Satellite A40. Is this a problem in my power unit or there is a problem in the video card?

  Hello

  It's not easy to say what could be wrong. The fact is that the laptop should work without any problem with and without the battery.
  You said that this happens with any bootable CD but that this problem also occurs if the operating system has started?
  However, I put t I think it happened because of the video card. This any sense doesn t.
  It looks a bit like an electrical malfunction of the power supply. But it's not easy to tell without any trial. I think you should ask Toshiba service for assistance.

• Re: Satellite A40-151 - cannot find drivers

  Hello

  I can't find drivers for my Satellite A40-151 clients don't model no PSA40E series laptop anywhere on the Toshiba site under the drivers section.

  Help, please.
  Thank you.

  You must look in the * Archives *.
  Then, you will find all drivers for Satellite A40.

  So try again.

• Satellite A40-221: need drivers for Windows XP?

  Just reinstalled WinXP on a Satellite: A40-221

  And I am very surprised that the drivers are not available under support and downloads? Where can I get the drivers (I mean all; o) for this model?

  Model No.: PSA40E-08M7W-DK

  Thank you
  Jeppe

  Hello

  What? Is not available? I don t think so.
  I checked Toshiba driver download page and you will find many drivers WinXP for Satellite A40.
  See this page:
  http://EU.computers.Toshiba-Europe.com/cgi-bin/ToshibaCSG/download_drivers_bios.jsp?service=EU

• How can I repair the LCD on my Satellite A40?

  The LCD on my Toshiba Satellite A40 monitor has a problem of 'mechanical problem '. It does not yet support as it should.

  My question is: is it possible to find an instruction for replacing the LCD screen.

  But I used hours with no result, so I hope you can help me.

  Tanks,
  Ben

  [Edited by: admin on August 28, 2006 10:18]

  Hi Ben

  Unfortunately there is no manual maintenance online. You should contact allows the partner in your country and ask for help. The addresses that you will find under http://www.csd.toshiba.com/cgi-bin/tais/su/su_gaspLocator.jsp?pf=true

  Good bye

• Need info on the spare parts for Satellite A40-221

  Can someone help me locate the LCD for my Satellite A40-221 hinges? The LCD keeps on the flop backwards in certain positions and stays put in still other positions.

  Hey Buddy,

  I googled around a bit and found this store:

  http://www.laptoprepairparts.com/HTML/searchbrandresults.asp?Mfg=Toshiba

  they have some parts. If you don t find what you need then contact service partner, maybe, they will be able to help you:

  http://EU.computers.Toshiba-Europe.com/cgi-bin/ToshibaCSG/generic_content.jsp?service=EU&ID=ASP_SUPPORT

  Hope I could help you a little bit :)

  Welcome them

• Is this suppose to be empty under user/name/appdata/roaming / / mozilla extensions

  I recently used Dr Web Cure it to find Trojans and the file path he showed for the Trojan horses was user/name/appdata/roaming / / mozilla extensions and after it deleted Firefox extensions acted buggy for example I updated VTzilla and it didn't ask me to restart Firefox, so I closed Firefox and uninstalled and reinstalled Firefox will be I installed the version which is and after I tried Update VTzilla again and no problem but when I updated Firefox VTzilla has been disabled and the new version 1.2 is supposed to to work with Firefox version 8 he gave me message saying its not compatible so I deleted it and reinstalled it again other that all other extensions seem to be working for now but the second extension folder is empty under user/name/appdata/roaming / / extensions mozilla so is my Firefox will to be very good or not?

  Actually Firefox wasn't the real problem, it was my Windows OS, it was corrupted, I had to reinstall it.

• Satellite A40 - boot sequence problems

  Hello!

  I just bought a used Toshiba Satellite A40. He had a almost crashed Windows XP is installed. I'm trying to put a new copy of Windows XP on it, but I can't boot from the CD. By pressing the done nothing F12 key and when I access BIOS (v. 1.50), I can't change the boot sequence. The only things that I can access are the date and time. Help, please!

  Thanks in advance!
  See you soon!

  Hi moldovanvali,
  long story short - long said...
  -charge the battery fully
  -Start computer laptop game + time and date +.
  -Restart and load setup defaults + +.
  -change the boot for odd sequence +, + cdrom + or similar
  your system should now boot from the cd without pressing on + F12 +.

  If it does not start on cd/dvd maybe the optical disk drive is not able to start...
  There are many reasons for this...

  BTW: without entering a date and a time when the system starts only pressing on * F1 * (most cases)