System Problems - Gateway ALR 8200R User Manual

110 Gateway ALR 8200R User's Guide

System Problems

The system will not start up.
Probable Cause
The system is not
connected to an AC outlet.
Voltage selection switch
not set correctly.
One power supply is not
supplying power to the
load share module.
The keyboard doesn't work.
Probable Cause
A key was depressed
while the system was
starting up.
The keyboard is not
plugged in or connected
properly.
Something spilled into the
keyboard.
The keyboard is defective. Try a keyboard you know is working.
Solution
Check the power cable(s) and make certain it is
connected to an AC power source.
Make certain the voltage selection switch reflects
the correct power source.
Verify both power cords are plugged into working
AC outlets.
Verify that both power cords are fully plugged into
their AC-IN connectors on rear of computer.
Verify that both power supplies are set to the
correct voltage range (115-V AC or 230-V AC).
Verify that both power supplies are turned on.
Replace defective power supply.
Solution
Clear the sticking key. Then turn off the system,
wait for a few seconds, and then turn the system
back on.
Check the cable. Make certain it is plugged in
correctly.
Turn off the system. Turn the keyboard upside
down to let it dry before turning the system back
on.