Compaq Presario 5BW Series, Maintenance And Service Manual

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computer system.
The system may not have
automatically recognized the new
device.
Run Computer Setup and identify the
new device.
The cables for the new external
device are loose, or the power
cables are unplugged.
Check all cables.
The power switch for the new
external device is not turned on.
Turn off the computer, turn on the
external device, and then turn on the
computer to integrate the new device
with the computer.
Power
Problem Possible Solution
Computer will not turn on. Ensure that the computer is connected to a power source.
Computer does not automatically
display the date and time.
The real-time clock (RTC) battery may need to be
replaced. Click here for replacement procedures.
Computer does not beep during
POST.
The speaker volume may have been turned down. Select
the Volume option from the Control Panel and adjust the
volume.
Computer powered off
automatically.
The unit temperature may have been exceeded. Check
the fan for function and blockage.