Startup Problems - HP OmniBook 3000 Reference Manual

Troubleshooting
Solving Problems

Startup Problems

If the OmniBook doesn't respond at turn-on
Connect the ac adapter.
Press blue power to try turning on the unit.
Reset the OmniBook.
If you get no response, remove the battery and ac adapter—then plug in the
ac adapter and try resetting. If you still get no response, the unit requires service.
If the OmniBook doesn't boot from battery power
Make sure the battery is properly inserted.
Check battery level on status panel and battery LEDs.
Check battery contacts. If available, try another battery.
If the OmniBook doesn't boot from the floppy disk drive
Check the floppy drive cable connection.
Try using an alternate connection (with or without floppy cable).
Check boot order in BIOS Setup. From the Boot menu, make sure that
Diskette Drive appears above Hard Drive in the boot list.
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