Solving Power Problems - Compaq Armada 4100 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 when battery packs
are not inserted.
Computer won't turn
on when plugged in
and battery packs are
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.
Battery pack(s) may be
defective.
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(s) or con-
nect to AC Adapter,
Automobile Adapter, or
convenience base.
Ensure that cables con-
necting computer and ex-
ternal power source are
plugged in properly.
Remove battery pack(s),
insert another battery pack,
and turn on computer again.
Immediately save any open
files. Then do one of the
following:
Connect the computer to
an external power source
to charge the battery
pack(s).
Initiate Hibernation to
completely halt the drain
on the battery until you
can charge the battery
pack(s) or find another
power source.
Replace the battery pack(s)
with fully charged batteries
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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