System Problems - Gateway E3400 System Manual

System problems

The system will not start up.
Probable Cause
The system is not connected
to an AC outlet.
The voltage selection switch
is not set correctly.
The system is non-responsive.
Probable Cause
An error occurs during an
application or your system
may be out of memory.
The keyboard does not work.
Probable Cause
A key was depressed while
the system was starting up.
The keyboard is not plugged
in or connected properly.
Something spilled into the
keyboard.
The keyboard is defective.
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Troubleshooting
Solution
Check the power cable(s) and make sure of
the connection to an AC power source.
Make sure the voltage selection switch is set
to the correct power source.
Solution
Restart your computer by pressing the reset
button. If the system is still non-responsive,
press and hold in the power button for 4
seconds to turn the system off. Turn the
system back on and follow the onscreen
instructions.
Solution
Clear the sticking key, then turn off the system,
wait for a few seconds, then turn the system
back on.
Check the cable. Make sure it is plugged in
correctly.
Turn off the system. Turn the keyboard upside
down to let it dry before using the keyboard
again.
Try a keyboard you know is working.