6-2 Problem Solving
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If you do not have the AC adapter connected, check that
the battery pack is properly inserted and fully charged.
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System parameters are set correctly through Auto Setup
for your hardware configuration.
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.
Press any key, Fn F5, or use the suspend button.
The built-in LCD may not be selected. Press
Fn F3
once or twice.
Brightness and contrast controls need adjustment.
Adjust the controls. Power-saving mode has shut
off the backlight. Press any key, Fn F5, or use the
suspend button.
The system entered Suspend mode due to low
battery power. Plug in the AC adapter or replace
the battery pack, then press the suspend button to
resume operation.
Battery power does not
last long
Use power-saving modes.
Recharge the battery pack fully. If this doesn’t
work, use the Discharge utility (dcharge
)
or
replace the battery pack, then press the suspend
button to resume operation.
Information on the LCD
screen is difficult to see
Adjust the brightness and contrast controls.
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