Compaq PRESARIO 5000 SERIES Maintenance And Service Manual page 197

DVD drive devices are not
detected.
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Problem
Digital Dashboard displays
component icons.
Digital Dashboard display is
blank.
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The DVD, disk drives, or hard
drive was active when
attempting to eject the DVD.
DVD disc is not properly seated
in the drive.
DVD drive is not connected
properly.
Incorrect driver is installed.
Drive has been changed.
Proper drivers are not loaded.
Digital Dashboard
Probable Cause(s)
Digital Dashboard has not
detected system components.
Check the power cable
connection to the system board.
Hard Drive
Wait until all drive activity ends,
then eject the DVD.
Turn off the computer, insert a
straight pin into the emergency
eject hole, then push firmly.
Slowly pull the tray out from the
drive until fully extended, then
remove the DVD disc.
Open the computer and check to
see that the cable is connected
properly.
Ensure the correct driver is
installed in computer.
Make sure the jumper setting is
set for "Setup."
Restart the system and make
sure the DVD drivers are loaded.
Possible solution
When the power button is
pressed, the computer is powered
on. The LCD display displays the
icons: keyboard, mouse, and
monitor. When some components
are not detected, their icons are
displayed. If these components
are seen by the system, the icons
will disappear.
When the power cable is properly
connected, the display will
display, "Push To Start."