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System Configuration switch 1 may be in the up position
(on). Move switch 1 down and retry flashing a BIOS.
PROBLEM
The system does not
power on
LCD screen is dark
and blank
Battery power does
not last long
Information on the LCD
screen is difficult to see
An optional component
does not work
6-2 Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
WHAT TO DO
If you are operating the system with battery power,
check that the battery pack is correctly inserted.
Attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery.
If you have the AC adapter attached, check that
the electrical outlet you are using works.
Power-saving mode has shut off the backlight.
Press any key, Fn F5, or use the suspend button.
The built-in LCD may not be selected. Press
Fn F3 once or twice.
Brightness control needs adjustment. Adjust the
control. Power-saving mode has shut off the
backlight. Press any key, Fn F5, or use the
suspend button.
The system entered Suspend mode due to low
battery power. Plug in the AC adapter or replace
the battery pack, then press the suspend button to
resume operation.
Use power-saving modes.
Recharge the battery pack fully. If this doesn't
work, use the Discharge utility (
the battery pack, then press the suspend button to
resume operation.
Adjust the brightness control.
Make sure the component is securely installed or
connected. Verify that the system parameter for the
I/O port configuration is set correctly in Auto Setup.
) or replace
dcharge
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