Removing and replacing memory on a Toshiba Satellite A20 or A25 notebook is not as easy ad it should be. Both memory modules are located under the keyboard. A laptop keyboard has to be replaced in order to get access to the memory modules. Before you remove the keyboard do not forget to remove the laptop battery or you can damage the laptop. Be careful when you remove the keyboard securing strip; do not bend it too much. To remove the memory module from the slot on the system board, release the latches on both sides and the memory module will pop up. It will stay at a 30 degree angle to the system board. Firmly grasp the memory module and remove it from the slot.
December 14th, 2006 at 12:41 pm
Need to replace the HD on a Toshiba A25-S207. Can I use an an ATA-6 HD or do I have to stick with an ATA-5 (factory) one. I’m not sure what the Motherboard can support. I’d like to move from the 4,200rpm to a 7,200 rpm drive if possible.
Any input would be appreciated.
December 11th, 2006 at 9:36 am
Great work- thanks for the help here!
I’ve seen several references to the A25 series supporting 2GB of RAM but haven’t been able to confirm this. The manual states 1GB maximum (which I have installed) but it would be great if in fact the system could take advantage of more.
Thanks again,
Willie
December 7th, 2006 at 9:43 am
I have a Toshiba P15-S470 laptop. My CD-R/DVD-R combo drive is in the fritz. Can I replace it with any CD-R/DVD+/-R/RW combo drive higher than 8x? If so, with which one? Do you have any instructions on removing the CD-R/DVD combo drive on the this laptop?
Thank you.
November 17th, 2006 at 8:23 am
Thank you so much!!, CJ2600. I found the DMI update from the Toshiba site. Now I’m burning the boot disc to retore my DMI. You’re a genius, my hero!! Thanks again!
November 16th, 2006 at 11:15 pm
Giang,
Do you get a “Wrong Machine” message when you try using the recovery DVD? If yes, then you laptop has an incorrect DMI string. The DMI string has a name of your laptop model (for example: Satellite A25) and if this name is entered incorrectly or it’s missing, you’ll get a “Wrong Machine” message when you try to run a restore. The name of the laptop model on the recovery DVD must match the name entered in the DMI string.
I believe you can download the DMI update utility from Toshiba website. Read instructions before you use it. After you correct the DMI string, you’ll be able to run the recovery DVD.
November 16th, 2006 at 11:06 pm
SM,
Here’s a guide for removing and replacing broken hinges in a Satellite A20 laptop. You can use the guide, it should be the same as for Satellite A25.
November 16th, 2006 at 7:54 pm
I have a Satellite A25 S3072 computer. A few months ago, I installed the WindowsX theme 4.0 (Vista package), then when I inserted the Recovery DVD, the DVD told me that I was using it on the wrong computer, it’s not A25 computer!! I tried many ways but it still said that this computer is not A25, so I can’t use the DVD. I think replacing the COMS battery is efficient method but I dont know how to do. Please tell me is it a good way to get my A25 back to normal? If so, please help me to remove the CMOS battery.
Thanks for any help.
November 12th, 2006 at 9:59 pm
The laptop LCD screen hinge has got loose. It looks like some screw that tightens the hinge has come loose. Is there anyway I can open my A25 S3072 Satellite and fix the problem? Need help with manual.
Thanks for any help.
SM
October 23rd, 2006 at 10:33 pm
Fred,
I don’t think that you can upgrade speakers.
Non knowing the full model name and part number for your laptop I just checked if there is a DVD burner listed for Satellite A25-S207 and I found two of them. Most likely they will work for all Satellite A25 flavours.
Here are part numbers for these DVD burners: P000366780 and P000369850
You can find them if you search on Google by the part number. Before you buy the drive call to the seller and confirm that it will work with your laptop.
October 23rd, 2006 at 3:26 pm
Thank you CJ,
It worked! I replaced both modules and now it has 1GB (and I have 512MB useless
). Now I have another question, is it possible to replace the speakers in this model? What about the CDROM driver? I would like to replace it with a DVD RW combo.
Thank’s again, this site is a oasis.
October 6th, 2006 at 3:30 pm
Fred,
If both slots are used, then you already have two 256MB memory modules installed. To extend the memory size to 1GB, you’ll have to remove both 256MB modules and install two 512MB memory modules instead. That’s the only way to extend it to 1GB.
October 4th, 2006 at 4:22 am
Hi,
My A25 has 512MB RAM. I want to upgrade it to 1GB. Do I have to put another 512MB card? It seems that it already has the 2 slots used. How can I proceed?
Thank’s
October 3rd, 2006 at 2:03 pm
Stomp,
Satellite A25 comes from Toshiba with 30, 40, 60 or 80 GB hard drive. Some hard drives are 4200RPM some are 5400RPM. So, I would say that you can install 100 or 120GB hard drive, 5400RPM or even 7200RPM, you shouldn’t have any heat related issues.
October 1st, 2006 at 6:10 am
cj2600@9/30/2006@2:33PM (comcment # 16)
thank you thank you thank you.
You see my reading module was obviously in need of re-binding…I saw the fan in the picture and said - oh fan removal….
ok this addresses my issue precisely.
Follow up - would you knoe the max hd that can be put into this system? GB size, RPM, Bus?
September 30th, 2006 at 2:33 pm
Stopm,
The hard drive could be replaced on any laptop. Toshiba Satellite A20 and A25 hard drive location is pictured on this disassembly guide, look at the step 3.
September 29th, 2006 at 6:45 pm
can the HD be replaced on this model? Thanks,! great site
September 22nd, 2006 at 8:39 pm
Ahsan,
Take a look at this disassembly guide, it should guide you. Step 4 shows how remove the heatsink and the fan. After you remove the cover, you can clean the heatsink with compressed air and it’s not necessary to remove the heatsink unless you want to replace the thermal grease on the CPU.
September 21st, 2006 at 8:30 am
I have Toshiba A25 Satellite and it overheats and shuts down i had this prob and the service center fixed it for me they showed me there was some dirt in front of my processor thats why it gets overheat so wondering how can i disassemble the processor parts and also how shuld i clean the dirt in front of the processor please try to display the pictures it will be a great help thanks!!!
September 20th, 2006 at 10:21 pm
Solomon,
You can get the information you need from the bad memory stick, most likely it would say PC2100 (I found that this model uses PC2100 in the laptop specification), it’s DDR memory. For this model you can install 128MB/256MB or 512MB memory stick in one memory slot. This model support up to 1GB (slot A + slot B).
You can also remove the bad memory stick and take it to a computer store, a salesmen should be able to find a compatible memory for you.
September 14th, 2006 at 3:49 am
I have a Toshiba A25 notebook that has two memory module. I want to replace one of them that has been confirmed bad, How do I know if it is SD or DD type. I am new in this hardware stuff. Kindly assist.
September 6th, 2006 at 4:33 pm
I have a broken left hinge I have searched the internet and prices for the one hinge vary from $75 - $170 USA. This site seems to have the best price I don’t know how reliable they are yet.
With the instructions from this excellent site. I am going to strip my laptop and check to see exactly what part I need then await delivery and then reassemble.
August 8th, 2006 at 9:52 am
Hi,
I’m from Brazil and i have a toshiba a25-s207 that has both hinges broken. I’ve looked everywhere here in Brazil and i couldn’t find them to buy. Where can i buy those, along with the speaker covers?
July 14th, 2006 at 7:59 am
Andrew,
This model comes with onboard video. The video card is not a separate module, it’s a part of the system board. You cannot upgrade the video card on Toshiba Satellite A20/A25.
July 14th, 2006 at 7:51 am
Hi,
I’m desperately searching for information on how to upgrade the video card on the Toshiba A20/A25. Is this possible? I suuuure hope so - Great system except the video card stinks…
Thanks!
July 9th, 2006 at 3:10 pm
Mike,
I have created a guide for replacing hinges in Toshiba Satellite A20. Follow steps 20-26 for removing and replacing the LCD screen.
July 9th, 2006 at 3:34 am
I need to remove my A25 S207 screen and replace it.
Can you show me how to dismantel it. So i can install replacement screen. I have a screen from another toshiba lap top and was told it would fit.
thanks for your help.
also you have the most helpful information on the net.
I cant tell you how much i have passed on to my friends.
thanks again. mike jones cape cod ma
June 28th, 2006 at 1:33 pm
Dane,
Usually the key for accessing the BIOS (Setup) is written under the Toshiba logo on startup.
Satellite A20/A25 laptop should support up to 1GB total, so shouldn’t experience any problems. Check if both memory modules are installed correctly and seated properly. Try to install them one by one in the slot 1 and then in the slot 2. Start the laptop after each step and see if both memory modules work fine. I believe you have to press Esc or F1 when Toshiba logo flashes on startup to get into the BIOS, do not remember exactly because all models are different (may be F2).
June 28th, 2006 at 9:16 am
Figured everything out on my own before checking the site… problem is.. i put 2 512Mb (1024mb)of pc2700 moduals in and it only shows 512mb of physical memory. the computer boots into windows fine. i am not sure how to get in to the BIOS and check things out… but anything will help
thanks
dane
May 26th, 2006 at 1:17 am
Hi,
I had searched high and low for removal of keyboard. Your site is a like a godsent gift. Although I have not been able to do what I was looking for, your site has given me a new perspective. Thank you.
Please keep up the good work.
May 17th, 2006 at 6:04 pm
I’d like to start with thanks for the info on the TE 2100. I do have to inquire into whether or not it is possible to use a different type of video board in the TE2100 other than the originally installed board. The original is dead and I am finding quite a challenge to actually find a replacement. The other issue with the original is that it is a tad bit limmitted being a 16MB card.