Troubleshooting
TOSHIBA A60 Series
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TOSHIBA A60 Series
Version
1
Last Saved on 13/05/2004 10:37
ENGLISH using Euro_M.dot –– Printed on 13/05/2004 as IM_A60EN
System start-up
When the computer does not start properly, check the following items:
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Self Test
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Power Sources
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Power-on Password
Self test
When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run automatically, and
the following will be displayed:
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This message remains on the screen for a few seconds.
If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating
system. Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the Hardware Setup,
the computer tries to load first from drive A then from drive C, or first from
drive C then from drive A.
If any of the following conditions are present, the self test failed:
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The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or
messages.
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A beep sounds, and after a few seconds no new messages appear.
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Random characters appear on the screen, and the system does not
function normally.
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The screen displays an error message.
Turn off the computer and check all cable connections. If the test fails
again, contact your dealer.
