Before You Panic: Some Simple Fixes - IBM Aptiva Series Handbook

Before you panic: some simple fixes

Step 1 Are the power indicator lights on the system unit, monitor, and
speakers lit?
Note: The locations of the power indicator lights may be slightly different from those shown in these pictures.
9-2 Chapter 9: Diagnosing and recovering from problems
Power is reaching the system unit and monitor. Go to Step 2.
a. Press the power button on the system unit, monitor, and speaker to make sure they are turned
on.
b. Make sure your system unit, monitor, and speaker cables are correctly and securely connected.
Make sure the system unit, monitor, and speaker power cords are plugged into electrical
outlets. The Setup poster shows how the cables and cords should be connected.
c. Make sure the electrical outlets you are using are not controlled by a wall or dimmer switch.
d. If you are using a multiple outlet device (for example, a power surge protector or power strip),
make sure it is plugged in and turned on.
If the problem continues, refer to the "Quick problem solving chart" on page 9-6.