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Toshiba T3100e User Manual

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GENERAL
Toshiba
Personal
Computer
T3100e
is
a
compact
and
light-
weight
portable
personal
computer.
The
T3100e
is
a
high-
performance
system
with
special
features.
The
CPU
is
the
80286-12
16-bit
microprocessor.
The
standard
memory
has
a
capacity
of
1
Mbyte.
The
hard
disk
drive
(HDD)
has
a
capacity
of
20
Mbytes.
The
floppy
disk
drive
(FDD)
can
support
2DD
(720
Kbytes)
and
2HD
(1.44
Mbytes)
floppy
disks.
The
universal
auto-sensing
power
supply
is
used
for
world-
wide
usage.
The
T3100e
system
unit
consists
of
the
following
functional
modules;
System
board/Memory
board
3.5-inch
floppy
disk
drive
3.5-inch
hard
disk
drive
Plasma
display
Keyboard
Power
supply
unit
Figure
1-1
T3100e
personal
computer
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Toshiba T3100e Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryDesktop
ManufacturerToshiba
ModelT3100e
Release Year1987
CPUIntel 80286
Resolution640x400
Floppy Drive3.5" 1.44 MB
Operating SystemMS-DOS 3.3
Storage20 MB HDD
PortsSerial, Parallel

Summary

General Information

System Unit Configuration

System Board Block Diagram

3.5-inch Floppy Disk Drive Specifications

3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Overview

Keyboard Description

Plasma Display Specifications

Power Supply Unit Overview

General Troubleshooting Introduction

Problem Isolation Flowchart

Power Supply Unit Troubleshooting Procedures

Power Indicator Check

Check if the power indicator lights up correctly.

Connector Check

Verify the integrity and connection of power supply unit connectors.

Output Voltage Check

Measure output voltages of the power supply using a multimeter.

Power Supply Unit Replacement

Replace the power supply unit if other checks fail.

System Board Troubleshooting Procedures

System Board Message Check

Analyze error messages displayed on the screen for system board issues.

Printer Port LED Check

Check system status using the printer port LED codes.

System Board Test Program Execution

Run diagnostic tests to identify system board failures.

System Board Replacement

Replace the system board if diagnostic tests indicate failure.

Floppy Disk Drive Troubleshooting Procedures

FDD Test and Diagnostics Loading Check

Verify if the diagnostics program loads correctly from the FDD.

FDD Message Check

Analyze messages displayed during FDD diagnostics for errors.

FDD Head Cleaning Procedure

Clean the FDD heads using a cleaning disk.

FDD Test Execution

Run the floppy disk drive diagnostic test.

FDD Connector Check

Inspect the FDD connection to the system board.

New FDD Installation and Connection

Install and connect a new FDD to test functionality.

Hard Disk Drive Troubleshooting Procedures

HDD Indicator Check

Check the status of the HDD activity indicator light.

HDD Message Check

Analyze error messages related to HDD operation.

HDD Format Execution

Execute the hard disk formatting procedure.

Hard Disk Test Execution

Run the hard disk drive diagnostic test.

HDD Connector Check

Verify the HDD signal and power cable connections.

HDD Jumper Straps Configuration Check

Check the HDD jumper strap settings for correct configuration.

New HDD Installation and Connection

Install and connect a new HDD to test functionality.

Keyboard Troubleshooting Procedures

Keyboard Input Check

Test keyboard input by typing characters and observing screen output.

Keyboard Test Execution

Run the keyboard diagnostic test using a diagnostics disk.

Keyboard Connector Check

Check the keyboard cable connection to the system board.

New Keyboard Installation and Connection

Connect a new keyboard to test functionality.

Plasma Display Troubleshooting Procedures

Plasma Display Initial Check

Perform an initial check of the plasma display for basic functionality.

Plasma Display Test Execution

Run the display diagnostic test to identify issues.

Plasma Display Connector Check

Inspect the plasma display panel (PDP) cable connections.

New Plasma Display Installation

Connect a new plasma display unit to test functionality.

Test and Diagnostics Programs Overview

Diagnostic Operations

Diagnostic Subtest Names and Execution Time

System Test Subtests

Details subtests for system hardware checks, including ROM checksum.

Memory Test Subtests

Details subtests for RAM, including constant data and address patterns.

Keyboard Test Subtests

Details subtests for keyboard functionality, like pressed key display.

Display Test Subtests

Details subtests for display functionality, including VRAM and graphics modes.

Floppy Disk Drive Test Subtests

Details subtests for FDD read/write operations and address checks.

Printer Test Subtests

Details subtests for printer functionality, including ripple pattern and function tests.

Async Test Subtests

Details subtests for asynchronous communication port testing.

Hard Disk Drive Test Subtests

Details subtests for HDD read/write, address uniqueness, and pattern tests.

Real Timer Test Subtests

Details subtests for real-time clock and backup memory checks.

NDP Test Subtests

Details subtests for Numeric Data Processor (NDP) functionality.

Expansion Unit Test Subtests

Details subtests for expansion unit functionality.

System Test Details

System Test ROM Checksum

Performs ROM checksum test on the system board.

System Test Hardware Status (H/W Status)

Reads and displays the system hardware status bits.

Keyboard Test Procedures

Keyboard Test Pressed Key Display

Displays pressed keys on screen, checking character display.

Keyboard Test Pressed Key Code Display

Displays scan code, character code, and keytop for pressed keys.

Display Test Procedures

Display Test VRAM Read/Write

Writes and reads data to video RAM to check its integrity.

Display Test Character Attributes

Checks character attributes like normal, intensified, reverse, blinking.

Display Test Character Set

Displays the character set in 40x25 mode.

Display Test 80x25 Character Display

Displays character string shifting in 80x25 mode.

Display Test 320x200 Graphics Display

Displays color sets in 320x200 graphics mode.

Display Test 640x200 Graphics Display

Displays color blocks in 640x200 graphics mode.

Display Test 640x400 Graphics Display

Displays color blocks in 640x400 graphics mode.

Display Test Display Page

Confirms pages can be changed in 40x25 mode.

Display Test "H" Pattern Display

Displays 'H' characters on the entire screen.

Display Test LED & Font Change

Tests LED status and font change functionality.

Floppy Disk Test Operations

Floppy Disk Test Sequential Read

Performs CRC check with continuous read operation of floppy disk tracks.

Floppy Disk Test Sequential Read/Write

Writes data to all tracks, reads it back, and compares with original data.

Floppy Disk Test Random Address/Data

Writes random data to random addresses and compares with original data.

Floppy Disk Test Write Specified Address

Writes specified data to a specified address, track, and head.

Floppy Disk Test Read Specified Address

Reads data from a specified address, track, and head.

Printer Test Operations

Printer Test Ripple Pattern

Prints characters with shifting one character to the right.

Printer Test Function

Prints various print types like normal, double width, compressed.

Printer Test Wraparound

Checks data, control, and status lines using a wraparound connector.

Async Test Procedures

Async Test Wrap Around (Board)

Performs data send/receive test using RS-232-C wraparound connector.

Async Test Board (#1) <=> Board (#2)

Tests communication between two machines using RS-232-C direct cable.

Async Test Point to Point (Send)

Sends data and checks if it's returned correctly.

Async Test Point to Point (Receive)

Receives data and checks if it matches sent data.

Async Test 110/300/1200 BPS Card Modem Loopback

Checks data sent from modem card to RS-232-C line via loopback.

Async Test 110/300/1200 BPS Card Modem On-Line Test

Checks data transmission through a telephone line via PBX.

Async Test Dial Tester Test

Sends pulse and tone dial automatically to test dialer function.

Async Test Interrupt Test (IRQ4, 3, 5)

Generates and checks interrupt request levels.

Hard Disk Test Operations

Hard Disk Test Sequential Read

Performs forward and reverse reading of contents from tracks.

Hard Disk Test Address Uniqueness

Writes different sector data at each track and compares it.

Hard Disk Test Random Address/Data

Writes random data to random addresses and compares with original data.

Hard Disk Test Cross Talk & Peak Shift

Writes pattern data to cylinders and reads while shifting.

Hard Disk Test Write/Read/Compare (CE)

Writes and reads pattern data to CE cylinder and compares.

Hard Disk Test Write Specified Address

Writes specified data to a specified cylinder and head.

Hard Disk Test Read Specified Address

Reads data written to a specified cylinder and head.

Hard Disk Test ECC Circuit (CE Cylinder)

Checks ECC circuit functions for a specified cylinder and head.

Hard Disk Test Sequential Write

Writes specified data of two bytes to all cylinders.

Hard Disk Test W-R-C Specified Address

Writes specified data to cylinder/head, reads and compares.

Real Timer Test Operations

Real Timer Test Real Time

Allows inputting new date and time, and checks current settings.

Real Timer Test Backup Memory

Writes and reads data to backup memory, comparing the results.

Real Timer Test Real Time Carry

Checks if the real-time clock correctly increments time values.

NDP Test

NDP Test Procedures

Checks NDP control word, status word, bus, and arithmetic functions.

Expansion Unit Test Procedures

Expansion Unit Box Wrap Around (8 bits bus)

Tests 8-bit bus wrap around functionality (requires special tool).

Expansion Unit Box Mono Video RAM Test

Writes and reads data to monochrome display memory.

Expansion Unit Wrap Around Test (16 bit bus)

Tests 16-bit bus wrap around functionality (requires special tool).

Error Codes and Status Names

Hard Disk Test Detail Status Description

Hard Disk Formatting Procedures

Hard Disk Format Program Description

Describes physical formatting, including all track, good track, bad track formats.

Hard Disk Formatting Operations

Details the steps and options for performing hard disk formatting.

HDD Seek to Landing Zone Procedure

HDD Seek to Landing Zone Program Description

Explains the program that moves HDD heads to safe areas for data protection.

HDD Seek to Landing Zone Operations

Details the steps to execute the HDD seek to landing zone program.

FDD Head Cleaning Procedure

FDD Head Cleaning Program Description

Explains head loading and seek/read operations for FDD head cleaning.

FDD Head Cleaning Operations

Details the steps for performing FDD head cleaning using a kit.

Log Utilities for Error Information

Log Utilities Program Description

Logs error information generated during tests, storing it in RAM.

Log Utilities Operations

Describes how to manipulate and save error log information.

Running Test Sequence

Running Test Program Description

Automatically runs system, memory, display, FDD, printer, async, HDD, real timer tests.

Running Test Operations

Details the steps to initiate and control the automated diagnostic tests.

Floppy Disk Drive Utilities

FDD Utilities Program Description

Programs for formatting, copying, and displaying dump lists for FDD/HDD.

FDD Utilities Operations

Details how to access and use the FDD formatting, copy, and dump functions.

System Configuration Display

System Configuration Program Description

Displays system configuration like BIOS version, memory, drives, ports.

System Configuration Operations

Details how to access and view the system configuration display.

System Setup Utility

Accessing the System Setup Utility

Explains how to access the system setup screens and navigate options.

Changing System Setup Values

Details how to automatically or manually change setup options.

System Setup Option Descriptions

Explains the possible values for each setup option, like Hard Disk Type.

Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) Overview

Keyboard and Speaker Removal/Replacement

T3100 Support Board Removal/Replacement

PDP Mask Removal/Replacement

PDP Unit Removal/Replacement

LED Board Removal/Replacement

PDP Cover Removal/Replacement

Top Cover Removal/Replacement

Power Supply Unit Removal/Replacement

Power Supply Cover Removal/Replacement

Disk Support, Plasma Sensor, Lithium Battery Removal

Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) Removal/Replacement

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Removal/Replacement

Cooling Fans Removal/Replacement

Cooling Fan Holder and Handle Removal/Replacement

System Board Removal/Replacement

System Board (ICs) Layout Diagram

System Board Connectors Diagram

Memory Board Diagram

System Board Pin Assignments

Lithium Battery Connector (PJ1) Pin Assignment

Details the pin assignment for the Lithium battery connector (PJ1).

Serial B I/F Connector (PJ2) Pin Assignment

Details the pin assignment for the Serial B interface connector (PJ2).

Expansion Bus Connectors (PJ3, PJ4) Pin Assignments

Details pin assignments for 40-pin (PJ3) and 60-pin (PJ4) expansion bus connectors.

8-bit Expansion Slots (PJ5A, PJ5B) Pin Assignments

Details pin assignments for the 8-bit expansion slots PJ5A and PJ5B.

Power & Drive Connectors Pin Assignments (PJ6, PJ7, PJ8)

Details pin assignments for HDD power, power supply, and FDD connectors.

Interface Connectors Pin Assignments (PJ10-PJ17)

Details pin assignments for various interface connectors (Serial A, HDC, PDP/LED, PRT/FDD, Fan, CRT, PDP Sensor).

Memory Board Connectors Pin Assignments

Details pin assignments for memory board connectors (IS 101A, 101B, 102A, 102B).

Other Connectors Pin Assignments

Details pin assignments for selector, tenkey, keyboard, speaker connectors, and LED board.

T3100 Support Board Connectors Pin Assignments

Details pin assignments for T3100 support board system interface connectors (PJ101, PJ102, PJ103, PJ104).

Display Character Codes

Keyboard Scan and Character Codes

Keyboard Key Layouts

USA Keyboard Layout

Illustrates the key arrangement for the USA keyboard version.

UK Keyboard Layout

Illustrates the key arrangement for the UK keyboard version.

Germany Keyboard Layout

Illustrates the key arrangement for the Germany keyboard version.

France Keyboard Layout

Illustrates the key arrangement for the France keyboard version.

Spain Keyboard Layout

Illustrates the key arrangement for the Spain keyboard version.

Italy Keyboard Layout

Illustrates the key arrangement for the Italy keyboard version.

Scandinavian Keyboard Layout

Illustrates the key arrangement for the Scandinavian keyboard version.

Switzerland Keyboard Layout

Illustrates the key arrangement for the Switzerland keyboard version.

Keyboard Keycap Numbers

Shows the numerical identification for each keycap on the keyboard.

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