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• Satellite A660 - 18 BIOS update & fails (re-visited) HARD drive recovery

  Referring to an old thread from my friends...

  I tried earlier to update the BIOS of v1.80 for v1.90 (whether by the automatic update tool Service Station and the direct download of the update of the BIOS).

  Whenever the update of the BIOS ran, he abandoned arguing that the battery was low (it was not), alternating current was not on (it is) and the existing BIOS version was superior to the new version (it wasn't).

  The real problem seems to be that the version of the BIOS (as shown in "Toshiba HWSetup") is:

  + The BIOS version = V234567890. 00/00/00000000000 +.
  + Version EC = 1.80 +.

  However, in the Diagnostic PC Toshiba tool the BIOS version on the page of basic information is correctly reported as 1.80

  At the point where I couldn't be worth blat my disc with the original image and try again. I was hoping that Toshiba would set the BIOS update to fix the problem. Didn't happen.

  They released v2.00 BIOS in June 2011 and would not always up to date. So I backed up my data and tried to blat of the machine to factory State. What a nightmare...

  The recovery image doesn't work well at all!

  The first bit works (the original partition creation and image copy), but after the startup of Windows and the script factory Toshiba intervenes, all sorts of problems begin.

  First of all, the thing stuck several times in a process of "assessment of system performance. This happens in several phases of reboots because the drivers are installed. Then there's a bunch of bug script error messages and DMI analyze the errors you will need to click on ' close and do not report the crash "type dialog. What makes it more difficult is that the Toshiba factory configuration script sets up a blank page trying to see you on what the bureau is to be avoided. Even if you try to pass in the Manager of tasks to complete the process deadlocked, it gives you a few seconds grace before forcing the Office to lock and hide behind the white screen again. If you're quick and good time, you can stop the evaluation of performance at a standstill (I think it's just the thing to the Windows Experience score). Same thing to reject the other boxes of error...

  Finally, I arrived at the end of the script and the machine was built with all of the original software.

  The program HWSetup still reports the version of BIOS of nonsense and the PC Diagnostic tool always reports it correctly.

  The Service Station program now does not even start. It crashes with a message + "request the Toshiba Service Station could not initialize. Try to restart or reinstall the application. » +. I downloaded the last being on the website and installed... To be hosted later with the same message.

  Program update direct BIOS for v2.00 made his usual thing you ask that the current BIOS version is greater than 200 and abandonment.

  I even read in a FAQ that some recovery routines do not work correctly with more than 4 GB of RAM (I have 8 GB). So I did all of this once again with only 4 GB installed and the script was just as broken for 4 GB 8 GB.

  I ran PC complete diagnosis for machine test suite and it turned up nothing.

  A little confused now... Maybe time to log a failure while I have a few more months of warranty left. But the machine actually works, just can't update the BIOS. Would be my luck if a problem arose just after the warranty has expired, and they said 'just update the BIOS...

  In front of me, I 3 laptop years. Over the past three years, Toshiba has offered 3 BIOS updates. I don t care about it and still use the original version that I got with my laptop. I want to say, why change anything and start this risky If update everything works fine and it does.

  Several times I have read here that people write about the problems of updating the BIOS and damaged BIOS. This risk does not apply to me just having the latest version.

  Anyway, if you want to have all past orders on your laptop, it is without a doubt your legitimate right. In General, the BIOS updates are tested before Toshiba offers for download so I really put t understand why you have this kind of problems. The problem with the installation of recovery is also strange.

  A few months ago, a friend of mine bought A660 and I helped him create recovery DVDs, and we also tested the recovery procedure everything including the three options:
  Back to out-of-box state
  Recover without changing the hard drive partitions
  Get a custom size partition

  Everything worked perfectly so I m really confused about everything you write.

  Unfortunately, I can't help you with this. When I could have your laptop in front of me to see exactly what is happening, it will be much easier to understand all of this.
  I updated the BIOS on different laptops, and I got lucky because every time that everything was fine.

  Your laptop is guaranteed valid so I recommend you contact Toshiba service provider in your country and ask for assistance.
  What do you think about this?

• Satellite A660 - can't watch video in full screen

  I have a Toshiba Satellite A660, who is only two months old and I'm unable to watch videos or TV in full screen. When I hit the button full screen is just blank but the sound is ok. I was told that it was a software problem.

  Can someone please help me to solve the problem without reformat the laptop? Looking forward to your answers.

  Hey,.

  Can send you additional information? Which videos you mean exactly and this player are you using?

  I use VLC media player because he can play all video and audio formats so it s my favorite player. It of also freeware tool so I can really recommend it to you. Check it out here:
  http://www.videolan.org/VLC/

  Don t forget that videos may have different proportions. For example, if you watch 4:3 videos on your 16:9 monitor will have you black borders on the left and right sides.

• Satellite A660: Can't activate wireless switch

  I have a * Satelite A660-PSAW3A-07P00R * and can not get the wirless to turn on, everytime I try it tells me the switch WiFi is off and on 'works '.

  He then goes on to say that the switch is located on the surface of the front of the computer or at the bottom.

  I can't find that a switch anywhere on the computer for the wireless and the manual shows no switch on the laptop, can anyone tell me when this switch is or how to activate the wireless.

  See you soon
  Barry

  Post edited by: Bazza_Miff

  Hello

  The WiFi network can only be enabled by using the FN + F8 key combination
  Have you tried that?

• Satellite A660 - 11 M - update of the BIOS (Winflash) crashes every time

  Hi all
  I bought an A660 - 11 M a few months ago and thought I would update the BIOS to stop nagging Tempro and see if she helped no insidious problem, I tried to correct. I downloaded the zip, extracted and ran the .exe according to the instructions on the help site. WinFlash opens, runs the first step (new load bios) but hangs on step 2 (analyze the compatibility of old and new bios). Then a message "Winflash.exe has stopped working" Windows appears.
  This happens whenever I have try, even with shut down antivirus and directly after startup with no other programs running.
  Any ideas?

  I am running Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit, I "dualbooted" Ubuntu using wubi, but the update to the bios was not until I installed IT... Perhaps it would work better in wine? ;)
  Any help is greatly appreciated!

  To be honest the best option for you is to remove Tempro system and be happy.
  In General, if the laptop works well, you need not update BIOS.

  If you see it doesn't work properly with her don t risk. If something's not going to screw you up BIOS and kill the machine.

  In any case, let's see if someone else with the same notebook has updated the BIOS successfully.

• Satellite A200: Can't update Vista 64bits Bios 2.40

  Here's my question:
  I 2.20 Bios Vista 32 but I am trying to install the new version 2.40 and is impossible for me.
  I try and I try and have me always the same mistake, in box 15.

  I try a few different forms, Bios of x 64 vista, because I instaled Vista Edition home premium x 64.
  Vista 64 winphlash with Vista 32 ROM BIOS and still the same.

  I can't believe it but still the same problem

  Can someone help me?

  I put t see no reason to start a new thread if there is already a thread on the same topic:
  http://forums.computers.Toshiba-Europe.com/forums/message.jspa?MessageID=123211#123211

  It s always advisable to continue the discussion in a thread.

• Satellite A660-1DW Bios update failed

  Hello world

  I tried to do an update of the BIOS on my laptop and it failed. Now what happens when you press on the power button is the fan turn upward and the light come on. No screen, no POST and then he died. Someone has ideas how to get out it?

  Unfortunately the BIOS is done and what you need is a professional help. In General, you should contact the nearest Toshiba service provider and ask for help.

  If you have a control to please http://forums.computers.toshiba-europe.com/forums/thread.jspa?threadID=54395 which is very thread interesting any similar problem, but the guy at this problem found solution how to solve this problem. Maybe it will help you.

  Check it out.

• Satellite A660: Can I use HDD recovery after the C formattg

  My A660 comes with windows 7.
  I intend to install Win 7 Pro.
  I was wondering if I format the C drive leaving 2 partitions (restore) system I'll still be able to use miladi autimatic restoration? - or the start setting will get too erased after the format of C:.

  According to me, the info partionds and start-up of recovery are all in the system folder and I will not format that?

  Thank you guys

  Hello

  As I know, that you won't be able to use HARD drive recovery option after installing other Windows operating systems
  HARD drive recovery would be only available with Toshiba preinstalled image.
  The new facility would change the master boot record and boot model will be modified. I guess the recovery of HARD drive option is not available in the menu new.
  So create a disk recovery first before you install any other OS!

• Re: Satellite A660 - 2nd HARD drive instead of the CD/DVD drive

  Hello

  I found a few solutions to this problem ([solution | http://www.newmodeus.com/shop/index.php?main_page=page&id=7&chapter=0]), but none of them are dedicated to A660.

  There is no device dedicated to tosiba a660?

  Thank you.

  Hello

  I know Satellite A660 can't stand not a thin Bay select only some models like the M400 Portege, Portege M750, Tecra M9, Tecra S3 or S4 Tecra, Portege M700 support this feature

  So 2nd HARD drive instead of the CD/DVD drive does not seem to be possible

• Satellite A660 / 07T - DVD Blu - ray firmware update

  Hello

  trying to play a new version of Blu - ray disc via satellite A660 / 07T.
  States that can not play, and should update to the firmware.
  I can't find a specific download on the site of toshiba for this model.

  Please any suggestions would be great.

  Hello

  It is an Australian model for Toshiba laptop.
  Toshiba Satellite A660 / 07T (PSAW3A-07T00R)

  Here you can find the drivers, tools and software for this device:
  http://www.MyToshiba.com.au/support/notebooks/satellite/A660/psaw3a-07t00r/download?OS=25

  Welcome them

• Satellite A660 - boot problems USB after BIOS update

  Hello

  I own a Toshiba Satellite A660 and have recently updated the BIOS with the latest version (1.80). Since then, the laptop freezes on the splash screen (the one with the Toshiba logo) whenever a USB flash memory is attached.
  It works without the memory flash connected and if I connect it after I enter the starting or the BIOS Setup menu. I can even start her like that.
  As far as I'm concerned, this is a serious regression. Is there a way I can downgrade to the version of the BIOS, or any other way to solve this problem? I rely heavily on external USB drives.

  Kind regards
  Claudiu.

  Claudiu salvation,

  That is really interesting, I have to say so I tested on my new Satellite A660 and Transcend 4 GB USB Stick. Well, I also installed 1.80 BIOS but I can t view this problem HARD drive is set as first boot device and all the other BIOS settings are default. The Toshiba screen and Windows computer starts as usual.
  No problem at all!

  Have you tested different USB devices?

  In General, it is not possible to downgrade BIOS. It is possible to an authorized service because Toshiba on page you can download the latest version only but I doubt it s a bug in the new version of BIOS because it works on my A660.

• Satellite A660 - how I overcame the problem BIOS Setup updated?

  I have a newish (Dec 2010) Satellite A660, brief model PSAW3E number, Windows 7-64 bit.

  TEMPRO tells me that there is a new update of the BIOS available. I downloaded the bios-20110124091612. However when I run the update fails. I have the redownload and try again and get the same error. The error is:

  A pop-up window and in the banner of the very high it states: installation UEFI Winflash 0.02. The error message in the window is:

  "There is an error occurred, please check below the elements."
  The version of the BIOS above 190.
  Battery capacity over 10%
  AC is fixed. »

  The only option is to select the "Finish" button

  Is that what is anyone able to help?

  Concerning

  Red kite

  Hi Red

  I n t have this model of laptop and cannot test BIOS update but I want to tell you that the update of the BIOS is not necessary if your system works well. If your system works well und stabile don t change anything.

  In any case, I hope that someone with the same model laptop can confirm this error happens on this model of laptop.

• Official Satellite A660 cant get and iTunes-64 updates moved

  Hello

  I've had my laptop for about 3 weeks now and have a few problems that maybe someone here can help with :)
  It's a Toshiba Satellite A660 Windows 7 64 bit, with all the options of support authorized toshiba - tempro, health bulletin board etc.

  Problem 1:
  The chips toshiba Board asked me to update a load of stuff - Bios, display drivers, wireless drivers etc.
  The only update (seems... it did not freeze at least) worked was the update of the broadcom wireless driver.
  So, for the update of the display, I download the file, unzip it and nothing is passes - I have tried to run the tinstallwb.exe.
  I am asked if I want the program to change the hard drive, I say Yes... and that's the last I've heard of it... tried for hours to make it work, but I look at a desktop computer without activity. In the folder to archive, if I try and run the setup.exe (the nvidia part) it says that no valid nvidia hardware has been detected.

  Problem 2:
  I tried the bios update, Bulletin Board asked me to install... it didn't, didn't want to install.

  Problem 3:
  I spend most of the time the laptop turned off, because it freezes on the screen of closing...

  Problem 4:
  Prob not a toshiba problem - but I can not install Quicktime or iTunes... the installer just freezes (it goes in not responing well) - I left runningn elaptop th for about 4 hours yesterday, trying to install itunes 64-bit until I had to kill the task (and turn it off, like shutdown does not work)

  Any ideas, I've given up trying to update the updates that the toshiba Council services told me to put up-to-date?
  I tried the update obvious everything I can, but the toshiba updates do not update :(
  Other software: MS Office and Outlook, firefox.

  Thanks for any help,

  Andy

  Hello

  (1) you can download all the drivers directly from the page of European driver of Toshiba.
  If you really need an update, then you must download the file, should save on the HARD drive should unzip the package and must be run setup.exe or should update the driver from Device Manager.

  (2) this is a HowTo doc on update of the BIOS:
  http://forums.computers.Toshiba-Europe.com/forums/Ann.jspa?annID=60
  If this is not possible, then your Windows operating system might be confused to the top and maybe you should get the phone before performing a BIOS update.

  (3) as suggested above; all these questions could be linked to the damaged operating system and maybe you need to reinstall the operating system to make it work again.

  (4) see point 3

• Satellite A660-149 - update the display driver

  Hello

  I have a Toshiba Satellite A660-149 with a Nvida GT330M and Windows 7 64-bit driver.
  TEMPRO gives me updates to download 260,51 drivers from the toshiba site but it says model 3d only. Who doesn't have my portable 3d capabilities. When I go to the NVIDIA site, it says download the 260 drivers. I've also heard you need to install drivers of manufacturing is it true?

  The other problem is that I get an error display sometimes say "display driver stopped responding and recovered." The im driver uses is the 189.58.

  . Been using this version of the driver since I have my laptop on a few months ago.

  Thank you

  Bio Hi,

  As far as I know, that you can install the new display driver from Toshiba Web site 260 because 3D means the 3D on external monitor support and as far as I know it of possible with GT330 M graphics card.

  Just check the other threads here in the forum, everything you need to know is already written:
  http://forums.computers.Toshiba-Europe.com/forums/thread.jspa?threadID=57715
  http://forums.computers.Toshiba-Europe.com/forums/thread.jspa?threadID=57194

  Check this box!

• Satellite A660 - 190 (PSAW0E) some problems after BIOS update

  Hey,.
  After updating the BIOS for my Satellite A660, I have some problems with toshiba apps 2:

  * 1. HWSetup - is not working. When I try to open it there is an info: *.

  + "Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library
  + This application has requested the execution to terminate in an unusual way. +
  + Please contact the support team of the application for more information. » +

  * 2. FN key is not working *.
  (a) after the installation of the package of added value + Toshiba Wizard cards Flash Utility
  * When I hit FN keys I don't see the keyhelper on the screen, pressing FN + F6 or F7 or others - there is no action
  * the keys are not working and I can set up and then

  (b) after uninstalling VAP + Assistant Toshiba + cards Flash Utility
  * When I hit FN key I still don't see the keyhelper, but I can change for example brightness by pressing FN + F6 or F7
  * the keys work correctly, but I can't configure the

  Anyone can solve this problem WITHOUT having to reinstall the system?

  Toshiba Satellite A660-190 (PSAW0E)
  Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium

  Hello

  Try this:
  -Uninstall the VAP and Flash memory card Support utility
  -Install CCLeaner and clean the system and register using this tool
  -Now reboot the laptop and install the latest version of VAP. Use the VAP Advanced installation option and check if all the components of VAP are checked.
  -After installation of VAP, restart the laptop and test the FN keys.
  -If the FN buttons would not work, install Flash memory card Support utility.
  -Restart and test