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7-2 Solving Problems
Once in a while you may encounter a problem with your NEC Versa
Note. If the screen is blank, the instructions don't help, or no error
message appears, use the information here to determine and fix the
problem. You still may be able to solve the problem yourself!
Problem Checklist
First check the items in the following list. If these items don't help, see
the table that follows the list.
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Power is on to the computer.
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The electrical outlet to which your AC adapter is connected is
working. Test the outlet by plugging in a lamp or other electrical
device.
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All cables are tightly connected.
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The display setting is configured correctly.
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The display's brightness control is adjusted properly.
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If using battery power, check that the battery pack is properly inserted
and fully charged.
Troubleshooting
Problem What To Do
The system does not
power on. If you are operating the system with battery
power, check that the battery pack is correctly
inserted. Attach the AC adapter to recharge the
battery.
If you have the AC adapter attached, check that
the electrical outlet you are using works.
LCD screen is dark
and blank. Power-saving mode has shut off the backlight.
So try to recover by pressing any keyboard key.
The built-in LCD may not be selected. Press
Fn-F3
once or twice.
Screen brightness needs adjustment. Adjust the
control (Fn-F8 and Fn-F9).