HP Compaq d530 USDT Getting Started Manual page 21

Solving General Problems (Continued)
Problem
Cannot remove
computer cover or
access panel.
Poor performance is
experienced.
Computer powered off
automatically and the
Power LED flashes Red
two times, once every
second, followed by a
two second pause.
Cause
Smart Cover Lock,
featured on some
computers, is locked.
Processor is hot.
Hard drive is full.
Processor thermal
protection activated:
A fan may be blocked or
not turning.
OR
The heatsink is not
properly attached to the
processor.
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Solution
Unlock the Smart Cover Lock using
Computer Setup.
The Smart Cover FailSafe Key, a
device for manually disabling the
Smart Cover Lock, is available from
HP. You will need the FailSafe Key in
case of forgotten password, power
loss, or computer malfunction.
1. Make sure the airflow to the
computer is not blocked.
2. Make sure the fans are connected
and working properly (some fans
only operate when needed).
3. Make sure the processor heatsink
is installed properly.
Transfer data from the hard drive to
create more space on the hard drive.
1. Ensure that the computer air vents
are not blocked and the cooling
fan is running.
2. Open hood, press power button,
and see if the processor fan
spins. If the processor fan is not
spinning, make sure the fan's
cable is plugged onto the system
board header. Ensure the fan is
fully/properly seated or installed.
3. If fan is plugged in and seated
properly, but is not spinning, then
replace the processor fan.
4. Reseat processor heatsink and
verify that fan assembly is
properly attached.
5. Contact an authorized reseller or
service provider.
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