Compaq Armada 4100 Installation And Operation Manual page 36

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External Device Installation Problems and Solutions
Problem
A new device is
not recognized
as part of the
computer
system.
Possible Cause
The power switch of new
external device was not
turned on before the
system was turned on.
The external device was
connected after system
was turned on.
The signal cable or power
cord of the new device is
loose or disconnected.
The signal cable or power
cord of the new device
may be defective.
More than one optional
device has the same
interrupt request (IRQ)
setting.
Solution(s)
Initiate Suspend, turn on
external devices with
power switches, then exit
Suspend to integrate the
new device.
Initiate Suspend, plug in
and turn on the external
device with power
switches, then exit
Suspend to integrate the
new device.
Ensure that all cables are
properly and securely
connected.
Ensure that all power
cords are properly and
securely plugged into an
electrical outlet.
Try connecting a different
signal cable and/or power
cord.
Correct the IRQ settings
for optional devices that
are conflicting.
Troubleshooting A-3