We repair the Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D at our workshop in Bermondsey, from cracked screens and worn batteries to board faults and data recovery. The Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D is a 2017 laptop with a 15.6-inch screen. Both the drive and, on most configurations, the memory can be upgraded, which makes it a good candidate for a refresh.
- Model number
- A50-D
- Released
- 2017
- Type
- Laptop
- Screen
- 15.6-inch
- Storage
- 2.5-inch SATA drive
- Memory
- SODIMM slots
What we repair on the Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D
Screen replacement
Cracked, flickering or lined 15.6-inch screens are replaced with a matching panel. Where the picture comes and goes as the lid moves, we check the display cable and hinges first.
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Charging port and power repair
Depending on the configuration this charges through a round socket, USB-C or both. We test the adapter, the port and the charging circuit to find which has failed.
SSD and storage upgrade
The Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D uses a 2.5-inch SATA drive. Replacing a hard drive with an SSD is the biggest speed improvement available for a machine of this age.
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Memory upgrade
Most configurations of the Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D have SODIMM memory slots, so memory can be increased. We check what is fitted and the maximum the board supports.
Windows repair and reinstall
Windows 11 support depends on the processor: versions with an 8th-generation Intel Core or Ryzen 2000-series chip or newer qualify, and earlier ones do not. We check yours and advise.
Battery replacement
The battery is internal and held by screws. We fit a new one, then calibrate and test it under load. At this age, short runtime and sudden shutdowns usually point to a worn battery and not a board fault.
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We also carry out keyboard and trackpad repair, motherboard repair, liquid damage repair, overheating and fan repair, hinge and casing repair, virus removal on the Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D, along with USB, HDMI and audio port repair, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card replacement, webcam and speaker faults, BIOS password removal with proof of ownership and data transfer to a new machine.
What we see on the bench
- Toshiba’s laptop business became Dynabook; we cover both names.
- Satellite laptops are now old enough that failing hard drives and worn charging sockets are the usual faults.
- An SSD and extra memory are simple upgrades on most models.
Data recovery from the Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D
The Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D has a 2.5-inch drive that we remove and image on our own equipment. If the drive is clicking or was dropped, stop powering it on: each attempt can do more damage.
Estimate the cost with our data recovery calculator, or read about recovering files after a ransomware attack.
Where the Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D sits in the range
Its nearest relatives in the Toshiba Satellite and Satellite Pro range are the older Toshiba Satellite C55-C (2015) and the newer Dynabook Satellite Pro C50-H (2020). Storage differs too: 2.5-inch SATA drive on the Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D, M.2 SSD, replaceable on the Dynabook Satellite Pro C50-H.
Questions
Can the SSD or memory in the Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D be upgraded?
The 2.5-inch drive can be replaced with an SSD. Memory is in slots on most configurations and can be increased.
My Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D will not turn on. Is my data lost?
Usually not. The drive is separate from the fault in most cases, and we can remove it and copy your files even if the machine itself is not worth repairing.
Is a 2017 Toshiba Satellite Pro A50-D still worth repairing?
It depends on the fault. A battery, SSD or charging socket is usually worth doing. A major board repair on an older machine may cost more than the machine is worth, and if that is the case we will say so.
Where do I find the model number on my laptop?
The model name or number is on the label on the underside or back of the machine. For this model, look for A50-D.