Hard Disk Drive Problems - HP OmniBook 2100 Reference Manual

Troubleshooting
Solving Problems

Hard Disk Drive Problems

If the OmniBook's hard drive doesn't spin
• Check the power source.
• Remove and reinsert the hard drive. See page 5-3 for instructions.
If the hard disk makes buzzing or whining noise
• Back up the drive immediately.
• Check for alternate noise sources, such as the fan or a PC Card drive.
If files are corrupted
• Run the McAfee VirusScan program (see page 2-19 for instructions).
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Run the Scandisk surface scan to check the platter. From the Start menu, click
Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Scandisk.
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Right click on the drive, then click Properties, Tools, Error Checking.
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