Toshiba PRO T210 User Manual

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2 Troubleshooting Procedures 
 
                                                                                                           
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To determine if the computer’s keyboard is functioning properly, perform the following 
procedures. Figure 2-4 outlines the process. Start with Procedure 1 and continue with the 
other procedures as instructed. 
Procedure 1:  Diagnostic check 
Procedure 2:  Connector and replacement check 
Procedure 1 
Diagnostic check 
Run the 
test and Diagnostics
 Program, which will automatically execute the Keyboard Test.  
Refer to Chapter 3, 
Tests and Diagnostics 
for more information on how to run the program. 
If an error is located, go to Procedure 3.  If an error does not occur, the keyboard is 
functioning ok. 
Procedure 2 
Connector and replacement check 
The keyboard and/or system board may be disconnected or damaged.  Disassemble the 
computer following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures and perform 
the following checks. 
Check 1 
Make sure the keyboard cable is firmly connected to the system board.  
If the connection is loose, reconnect firmly and repeat Procedure 2. If there is still 
an error, go to Check 2. 
Check 2 
The keyboard may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the 
instructions in Chapter 4. 
If the problem still exists, perform Check 3. 
Check 3 
The system board may be damaged.  Replace it with a new one following the 
instructions in Chapter 4.