Solving Power Problems - Compaq Armada 1100 Reference Manual

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Solving Power Problems

Some common causes and solutions for power problems are
listed in the following table. The "Solving Battery Problems"
section in this chapter also may be helpful.
Problem
Computer won't turn
on and battery pack
is not inserted.
Computer beeped
and battery charge
indicator is blinking.
Computer turned off
while it was left
unattended and
power indicator is off.
Power Problems and Solutions
Possible Cause
Computer is not con-
nected to a power
source.
Cables to the external
power source are un-
plugged.
Computer has entered
a low-battery
condition.
System initiated
Hibernation due to a
low-battery condition.
System initiated
Hibernation due to
user's power
specifications.
Solution
Insert battery pack or con-
nect to power cord or
Automobile Adapter.
Ensure that cables con-
necting computer and ex-
ternal power source are
plugged in properly.
Immediately save any open
files. Then do one of the
following:
Connect the computer to
an external power
source to charge the
battery pack.
Initiate Hibernation to
completely halt the drain
on the battery until you
can charge the battery
pack or find another
power source.
Replace the battery pack
with a fully charged battery
pack, or connect the
computer to an external
power source. Then turn on
the computer.
Click the Hibernation tab on
the Power icon to adjust
settings.
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