IBM Aptiva Handbook page 130

Table 4: Troubleshooting: Software problems
If the problem is:
Adapter cards don't work after you turn on the
computer to resume working.
Computer turns off or screen goes blank during
activity (for example, when using a joystick).
The game or program you were using does not
have sound after a Rapid Resume.
You need to reset your computer because it
does not respond to input from the keyboard
and you cannot reset because Rapid Resume is
enabled for the system on/off button.
Notes:
1. Periodically use the IBM Update Connector to look for updates for the software that came from the factory with your
computer. For information about the IBM Update Connector, see "Where to find more information" on page 6.
2. If any of these problems continue after taking the actions listed, see your online Aptiva Helper for information on running
diagnostics. If you need service, see the HelpWare book.
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Here's what to do:
In the Setup Utility, make sure the Initialize Adapter Cards option is set to
Reload Device Drivers. Some adapter cards do not operate correctly with
Rapid Resume. For information about this Setup Utility option, see "Changing
Rapid Resume features configuration" on page 39.
1. Press the system on/off button.
2. Increase the Automatic Power Off time.
3. Disable Rapid Resume and Standby during long periods of activity, such as
when using a joystick.
You were probably playing a game or using a program that communicates
directly to the sound card, instead of communicating through the driver to the
sound card. The game or program must communicate with the driver in order
for Rapid Resume to restore the game or program.
1. Restart the program.
2. Restart the computer.
1. Press the system on/off button.
2. Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete when you see the Rapid Resume screen. There
may be a slight delay before the computer restarts.
Attention! Any data that is not saved before you press Ctrl + Alt + Delete
will be lost.