Chapter 4
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HDD Not Operating Correctly
If the
HDD
does not operate correctly, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1.
Disconnect all external devices.
2.
Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free.
3.
Run the Windows Vista Startup Repair Utility:
a.
insert the Windows Vista Operating System DVD in the ODD and restart the computer.
b.
When prompted, press any key to start to the operating system DVD.
c.
The
Install
Windows
screen displays. Click
Next
.
d.
Select
Repair your computer
.
e.
The
System
Recovery
Options
screen displays. Click
Next
.
f.
Select the appropriate operating system, and click
Next
.
NOTE:
Click
Load
Drivers
if controller drives are required.
g.
Select
Startup
Repair
.
h.
Startup Repair attempts to locate and resolve issues with the computer.
i.
When complete, click
Finish
.
If an issue is discovered, follow the onscreen information to resolve the problem.
4.
Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. For more information see Windows Help and Support.
5.
Restart the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility. Check the BIOS settings are correct and that
CD/DVD drive is set as the first boot device on the Boot menu.
6.
Ensure all cables and jumpers on the HDD and ODD are set correctly.
7.
Remove any recently added hardware and associated software.
8.
Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter. For more information see Windows Help and Support.
9.
Run Windows Check Disk by entering
chkdsk
/r
from a command prompt. For more information see
Windows Help and Support.
10.
Restore system and file settings from a known good date using
System
Restore
.
If the issue is not fixed, repeat the preceding steps and select an earlier time and date.
11.
Replace the HDD. See “Disassembly Process” on page 48.
ODD Not Operating Correctly
If the
ODD
exhibits any of the following symptoms it may be faulty:
•
Audio CDs do not play when loaded
•
DVDs do not play when loaded
•
Blank discs do not burn correctly
•
DVD or CD play breaks up or jumps
•
Optical drive not found or not active:
•
Not shown in My Computer or the BIOS setup
•
LED does not flash when the computer starts up
•
The tray does not eject
•
Access failure screen displays
•
The ODD is noisy
Perform the following general solutions one at a time to correct the problem.
1.
Reboot the computer and retry the operation.
Summary of Contents for 6930 6082 - Aspire - Core 2 Duo GHz
Page 6: ...VI ...
Page 10: ...X Table of Contents ...
Page 42: ...32 Chapter 1 ...
Page 56: ...46 Chapter 2 ...
Page 91: ...Chapter 3 81 4 Grasp the module by the right side and lift up to remove ...
Page 99: ...Chapter 3 89 7 Disconnect the Mic cable and remove the LCD bezel ...
Page 110: ...100 Chapter 3 4 Replace the ten securing screws and screw caps on the LCD bezel ...
Page 112: ...102 Chapter 3 3 Connect fan cable to the mainboard as shown ...
Page 126: ...116 Chapter 3 7 Turn the computer over and replace the ten screws as shown ...
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