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    Internal IR Remote for Toshiba Satellite A100 TA9

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by chicgeek, Feb 13, 2007.

  1. chicgeek

    chicgeek Notebook Consultant

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    I have a Toshiba Satellite A100 TA9.

    I know other Satellite models have expresscard MCE remotes with IR sensors. Is it hypothetically possible to install the internal IR sensor (there's "room" for it - see below) and purchase the part from another model to have the same abilities applied to my own laptop?
     

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    Airman Band of Gypsys NBR Reviewer

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    Anything is possible ;)

    If you get the part for that specific notebook then ofcourse, but it may be a hassle to open up the entire laptop just for an IR port.
     
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    chicgeek Notebook Consultant

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    Well, I've done more more for much less when it comes to toys. ;)

    I mostly like the idea of a PCbus/Expresscard remote that just stays in my laptop, and I'm not fortunate enough to have Bluetooth.
     
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    Any idea where I could purchase the parts? Would toshiba repair centres be allowed to sell me individual uninstalled parts?
     
    chicgeek, Feb 14, 2007
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    Yeah definietly I would give that a try, at the very least they can point you in the right direction.

    When I repair friends notebooks I usually use Ebay to get individual parts and have had great luck finding them all for a good price thus far anyways.

    Good Luck :)
     
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