Hardware And System Checklist; System Start-Up - Toshiba Satellite L20-SP119 User Manual

Software
Hardware

Hardware and system checklist

This section discusses problems caused by your computer's hardware or
attached peripherals. Basic problems may occur in the following areas:
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System start-up

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Self test
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Power
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Keyboard
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LCD panel
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Hard disk drive
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CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive
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DVD Super Multi drive
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Floppy disk drive (optional)
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PC Card
System start-up
When the computer does not start properly, check the following items:
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Self Test
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Power Sources
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Power-on Password
User's Manual
The problems may be caused by your software or disk.
If you cannot load a software package, the media may
be damaged or the program might be corrupted. Try
loading another copy of the software.
If an error message appears while you are using a
software package, check the software documentation.
These documents usually include a problem solving
section or a summary of error messages.
Next, check any error messages in the operating
system documentation.
If you cannot find a software problem, check your
hardware.
First run through the items in the preliminary checklist
above. If you still cannot correct the problem, try to
identify the source. The next section provides checklists
for individual components and peripherals.
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Pointing device
USB
Memory expansion
Sound system
Monitor
Modem
LAN
Wireless LAN
Printer
Troubleshooting
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