Toshiba P25 manual Pcmcia Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Procedures, Procedure 1 Sycard test

2.14 PCMCIA Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures

This section describes how to determine if the PCMCIA card player is functioning properly. The process is summarized in Figure 2-13. Perform the steps below starting with Procedure 1 and continuing with the other procedures as required.

Procedure 1: Sycard test

Procedure 2: PCMCIA socket replacement check

Procedure 1 SYCARD test

The SYCARD test card contains a PCMCIA test program. Ensure the card in fully inserted into the socket before running the program.

If an error occurs during the SYCARD test, perform Procedure 2. If no error occurs, it is likely that the original PC card was faulty.

Procedure 2 PCMCIA socket replacement check

The PCMCIA socket may be damaged or defective, for instance the socket pins can be bent. Disassemble the computer following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures and replace the socket. If the problem persists, the system board may be defective or damaged. Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4.

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