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TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter describes locating and solving problems that you may encounter while using your computer. Locating a Problem Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord – or as major as a damaged hard disk. The information in this chapter is designed to help you find and solve minor problems. If you try all the suggested solutions and you still have a problem, make a list of what steps you have taken to correct the problem and contact your dealer.
If you are using the Notebook with the AC adapter, check the power outlet, the power cord, and any power switches that may affect your computer. 8. Check the wall outlet or power strip with an item that you know is functioning properly. A lamp or radio is a convenient item for checking the power. You may also need to check the fuses and breakers in your electric box. 9. If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure that the switch is on. 10.
Two classifications of malfunctions can be detected during the POST: • Error messages that indicate a failure with either the hardware, the software, or the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). These critical malfunctions prevent the computer from operating at all or could cause incorrect and apparent results. An example of a critical error is microprocessor malfunction. • Messages that furnish important information on the power-on and boot processes (such as memory status).
Solution: The problem is beyond the scope of this manual. Contact technical support. Problem: An unidentified message is displayed. Solution: Reboot the computer and run the BIOS system setup. Confirm the Setup parameters. If the same message is displayed after booting up again, contact technical support for assistance. Problem: The system cannot access the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. Solution: Check that a CD is properly inserted in the drive. Make sure that you are using the correct program for that kind of CD.
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Upgrading your System CPU Refer to the following illustration on upgrading your notebook's CPU Be sure to loosen all the screws first before removing it totally to release the heatsink. Failure to do so will cause a major damage to the heatsink.
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The Easy to Upgrade HDD Module The hard drive in your notebook computer is made to be easily swapped out for upgrading.
SPECIFICATION Detailed Notebook Specifications Processor • Intel® Pentium® M L2 cache=2MB on die, FSB=533MHZ • Intel® Celeron® M L2 cache=1MB on die, FSB=400MHZ • 479 pin uFC-PGA2 package Operating System Compliance • Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Edition • Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition Core Logic • ATI RC410MB+SB450 Memory • Expansion 2 slots of 200pin DDR2 SO-DIMM SDRAM module, 2GB total memory capacity • Support DDR2 533 Module LCD Display • 15.
AV Feature Built-in TV Tuner • • Mini PCI TV Tuner (optional) w/ Coaxial connector, support PAL, NTSC, SECAM Support capture function to record the TV programs into Hard Disk Remote Control • Multi-function remote control to enjoy TV program (optional) Pointing Device • Synaptics touchpad Application Launch Key • WLAN, Email, Internet, Power LED Status Indicator • Power, Suspend/Resume, Battery Charging Status, Hard Disk Access, NumLock mode, CapsLock mode, ScrollLock mode Keyboard • 3.
Card Reader • 3-in-1 card reader (Support SD/MS/MMC) (optional) Communication • 10/100/1000 Base-T LAN on board • Built-in MDC 56Kbps FAX/Modem • 802.11g MiniPCI WLAN card (optional) (AxureWave AW-GA100) Power Management • ACPI 2.0 compliance • Support Stand-by, Suspend to Disk, Suspend to RAM Security • Kensington Lock, BIOS password protection Size • 355.0(W) x 273.0(D) x 40.0(H)mm Weight • 2.85 kg with 15.
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