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 58.
Summary of Contents for Aspire 4930 Series
Page 6: ...VI ...
Page 10: ...X Table of Contents ...
Page 14: ...4 Chapter 1 System Block Diagram ...
Page 48: ...38 Chapter 1 ...
Page 63: ...Chapter 2 53 ...
Page 65: ...Chapter 2 55 ...
Page 66: ...56 Chapter 2 ...
Page 74: ...64 Chapter 3 6 Remove the HDD cover as shown 7 Remove the WLAN cover as shown ...
Page 79: ...Chapter 3 69 5 Remove the HDD from the carrier ...
Page 88: ...78 Chapter 3 Removing the Antenna 1 Remove the Antenna Cables from the securing pins as shown ...
Page 91: ...Chapter 3 81 6 Place the antenna cable as shown to avoid damaging them ...
Page 102: ...92 Chapter 3 13 Remove the Finger Print Reader board from the Upper Cover ...
Page 104: ...94 Chapter 3 13 Remove the Launch Board from the Upper Cover ...
Page 119: ...Chapter 3 109 18 Disconnect the DC IN Cable from the Mainboard ...
Page 121: ...Chapter 3 111 14 Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard ...
Page 123: ...Chapter 3 113 15 Lift the CPU clear of the Mainboard ...
Page 127: ...Chapter 3 117 14 Remove the HDMI Module as shown ...
Page 130: ...120 Chapter 3 10 Lift up the bezel rightside first and remove it from the LCD Module ...
Page 134: ...124 Chapter 3 11 Lift the Camera Module clear of the LCD Module ...
Page 138: ...128 Chapter 3 12 Remove the LCD brackets by pulling away from the LCD Panel as shown ...
Page 160: ...150 Chapter 3 ...
Page 191: ...Chapter 6 181 ...
Page 214: ...Appendix A 204 ...
Page 218: ...208 Appendix B ...
Page 220: ...210 Appendix C ...