Other Problems - IBM ThinkPad X40 Series Service And Troubleshooting Manual

Solving computer problems
3. After the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens, you can do the
In the top panel of the Rescue and Recovery workspace, you can click the
following to open other pages or exit the utility:
Events Log The Event Log Viewer enables you to view a log that contains
information about events, or tasks, associated with Rescue and Recovery
operations.
System Information The System Information Viewer enables you to see
key hardware and software information about your computer. This
information might be valuable when trying to diagnose problems.
Warranty Status The Warranty Status enables you to see when your
warranty expires, the terms of service for your computer, or a list of
replacement parts.
Help Provides information about the various pages in the Rescue and
Recovery workspace.
Exit Closes the Rescue and Recovery workspace, and resumes the startup
sequence that was interrupted.

Other problems

Problem:
The computer locks or does not accept any input.
Solution:
Your computer might lock when it enters standby mode during a
communication operation. Disable the standby timer when you are
working on the network.
To turn off the computer, press and hold the power switch for 4 seconds
or more.
Problem:
The computer does not turn off with the power switch.
Solution:
If the standby indicator is on and you are working under battery power,
replace the battery with a fully charged one or change your power source
to ac power.
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ThinkPad X40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide
following:
v Rescue and Restore Your files, folders or backups using IBM Rapid
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Restore Ultra.
v Configure Your system settings and passwords.
v Communicate Use the internet and link to the IBM support site.
v Troubleshoot Diagnose problems using diagnostics.
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