Toshiba Portege 3500, User Manual

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Troubleshooting
9-4 Portégé 3500
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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 HW Setup
program.
Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, HW Setup, Boot Priority,
for the detail.
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.
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When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor, the Battery Pack
is the primary power source. However, your computer has a number of
other power resources, including intelligent power supply and Real Time
Clock battery. These resources are interrelated and any one could affect
apparent power problems. This section provides check lists for AC
adaptor and the main battery. If you cannot resolve a problem after
following them, the cause could lie with another power resource. In such
case, contact your dealer.