Toshiba Satellite 4090XCDT - Doesn't Power Up

[arcynum]

I got given a toshiba satellite 4090XCDT of a mate cause it doesn't power up, i got a flashing orange light when the power cable is in, then when i try to turn it on i get a flashing green light for 2 flashes then back to the orange, with no power anybody with any help it would be greatly appreaciated. Thanx Arcynum

[tech56]

bad power supply on mb
board around 600 bucks

[aldtech]

Is the orange light flashing in a pattern? If so then that is an error code. In my experiance as a certified Toshiba tech, flash codes are almost always the system board.

If you can post the model number, that is the second number on the back label (it might say part number) I will try to look up part numbers for you.

AL

[arcynum]

yes, the light flashes in pattern. there is a whole lot a crap on the back so ill just post it all
Toshiba
4090XCDT/6.4 System Unit
MODEL NO. Pas409A-H
Serial No. Y9014171_1

[drmitchell]

i am having the same problem
anybody know how to fix it?

[aldtech]

A system board for your model (P/N P000285900) would cost $300 + and that is an exchange price meaning that you have to return your old system board. If you want to buy out right then looh for the price to double.

That price range reflects vendor mark up. If you know someone who has access to Toshiba parts direct and works for an easy-going repair facility (read - would allow employees to repair family/personal equipement without charge) then you could see a great reduction in price. Those prices do not include labor.

For your problem, try some trouble shooting. Remove all CRU's meaning battery, CD drive and floppy if possible or present (I think you have to crack the case to do that so don't try). Then attempt to power on the system with just the AC adapter.

If the sam, while powered "on" look for a "reset" button along one of the edges of the laptop. It should be marked "reset" and you will need a pen to press it.

What are the results?

If the same remove the hard drive and repeat the process, also try with a boot disk in the floppy drive.

If the same then it is most definatly a system board issue. Seeing how this a PII 400 (Celeron?) then you have got to ask is persuit of repair cost effective. If you want to try and do it yourself, then try looking for a system board on ebay then do it your self. If you go that route I might be able to get you step by step instructions on dis-assembly.

AL

[Ian_McC]

Hi Ive just got a toshiba 4090 XCDT with the same flashing power light except mine is all orrange with 4 short flashes one long then 3 short before a pause and it starts again. Ive been able to strip the whole machine down and cant find anything obviously wrong. Is this code an ireperiable motherboard fault or something I can fix up myself with a new cmos battery or something silly.