If Something Goes Wrong
Problems that are Easy to Fix
Part I: Getting To Know Your Computer
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9 Select OK or press
Enter
to save your changes and exit the
dialog box.
10 Minimize MaxTime or close the program by choosing Exit
from the File menu.
You don't have to restart the computer for this change to take
effect.
If the problem continues, contact the manufacturer of the program.
You cannot load a software package.
The diskette or CD-ROM may be damaged, or the program may
be corrupted. Try loading another copy of the software.
An error message displays while you are using a program.
Refer to the program’s documentation. Typically this includes a
troubleshooting section or a summary of error messages.
Hardware Problems
If your computer or one of the devices connected to it isn’t work-
ing properly, try this procedure first:
1 Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices con-
nected to it. This includes your printer and any other
external devices.
2 Test the wall outlet for power by plugging in another elec-
trical device such as a lamp.
3 Check that the power cords are firmly plugged in.
4 Check that all cables connecting peripheral devices to the
computer are correctly and firmly attached. Loose cables
can cause signal errors.
5 Turn the peripheral devices on.
