Solving Hardware Installation Problems - Compaq Presario 1600 - Notebook PC Maintenance And Service Manual

Maintenance & Service Guide
Presario 1600 Series Portable Computers
Notice | Preface
Removal & Replacement Procedures
Hardware Installation Solutions
Solving Minor Problems
Some minor problems and possible solutions are outlined here.
problem appears related to a software application, check the documentation
provided with the software.

Solving Hardware Installation Problems

Some common causes and solutions for hardware installation problems are
listed here.
Problem
A new device is not recognized
as part of the computer system.
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Solving Hardware Installation Problems
Cable(s) of new external
device are loose or
power cables are unplugged.
Power switch of new external
device is not turned on.
Device is not seated properly. Turn off the computer and
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Probable Cause
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If the
Solutions(s)
Ensure that all cables are
properly and securely
connected.
Turn off the computer, turn on
the external device, then turn
on the computer to integrate
the device with the computer
system.
reinsert the device.