Diskette Drive Problems; Monitor Problems - IBM 6648 - NetVista A40 - 128 MB RAM User Manual

Diskette drive problems

Diskette drive problems
Diskette drive in-use light
stays on, or the system
bypasses the diskette drive.

Monitor problems

Monitor problems
General monitor problems.
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Action
If there is a diskette in the drive, verify that:
1. The diskette drive is enabled. Use the
Configuration/Setup Utility program to check this.
For more information, see "Chapter 4. Using the
Configuration/Setup Utility program" on page 29.
2. The computer is checking for the diskette drive in the
startup sequence. Use the Configuration/Setup Utility
program to verify this.
3. The diskette you are using is good and not damaged.
Try inserting another diskette if you have one.
4. The diskette is inserted correctly, with its label up and
its metal shutter end first in the drive.
5. The diskette contains the necessary files to start the
computer (the diskette must be startable).
6. The diskette drive cable is properly installed and
securely connected.
7. There is no problem with your software program (see
"Application problems" on page 91).
If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer
serviced.
Action
Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. If you
suspect a problem with your monitor, see the information
supplied with the monitor for adjustment and testing
instructions.
If you cannot find the problem, check the other listings
on monitor problems in this table.
If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer
serviced.