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1. When This Happens
When you are having trouble with this computer, there is something you think is strange, or
there is something you want to do, but do not know how. This section is divided into related
items.
The power does not come on.
Checkpoint
Is the AC adaptor connected?
Is the main switch switched
on?
Is the battery charged?
Has the computer been left
unused for a long time?
Cause and Solution
When using this computer for the first time after purchase, the
battery is not yet charged, so you must connect the AC adaptor
and switch on the main switch.
If the main switch is not switched on, the power will not come on
even if the SUS/RES switch is pressed.
If a beep is heard when the main switch is turned on, then the
battery is running low (LOW BATTERY). Connect the AC
adaptor.
When using the computer for the first time after leaving it unused
for a long time, connect the AC adaptor and switch on the main
switch to switch on the power.
Nothing displayed on the LCD panel
Checkpoint
Is anything displayed on the
status indicator LCD?
Is
displayed on the LCD
panel?
Cause and Solution
Connect the AC adaptor and switch on the main switch.
• Displayed
Adjust the brightness and darkness with the brightness and
contrast controls.
• Flashing
Press the SUS/RES switch to put the computer into operating
mode.
• When the icon is off on the status indicator LCD.
When the computer runs by the battery power, check the
battery status if it is sufficiently charged for operation or not.
If it is not charged, connect the AC adaptor and charge it.
If you are already using this computer with the AC adaptor
connected, check that it is correctly plugged into the power
socket and into the computer.
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