Heat Problems; Infrared Problems - HP Omnibook XE3 Evaluator Manual

In Windows 2000 or XP, check your disk using error-checking: click Start, My
Computer, and select the disk you want to scan. Click File, Properties, then select the
Tools tab and click Check Now.
Test the hard disk drive with e-Diagtools—see "Testing Hardware Operation" on
page 157.
If necessary, format the hard disk and reinstall the original factory software—see "To
recover the factory installation of your hard disk" on page 159.

Heat problems

Your computer normally gets warm during routine operation.
If the computer gets abnormally hot
Always set the computer on a flat, firm surface, so that air can flow freely around and
underneath it.
Make sure the air vents are clear.
Make sure the fan is working properly.
Keep in mind that charging the battery and running games and other programs that
drive CPU usage toward 100% can increase the computer's temperature.
You may also want to test the fan with e-Diagtools—see "Testing Hardware Operation"
on page 157.

Infrared Problems

By default, the infrared port is not enabled, so you must enable it before you can use it.
If you have problems with infrared communication
Make sure the line between the two infrared ports is not blocked, and that the ports
face each other as squarely as possible. The ports should be no more than 1 meter
apart, with no obstructions between them. Sunlight, heat from nearby equipment, or
other sources of infrared radiation can cause transmission errors.
Solving Problems with Your Computer
Troubleshooting Techniques
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