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If something goes wrong
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Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer,
the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic
characteristic of LCD technology.
Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and
you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
PC Card problems
PC Card checklist
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Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot.
See “Using PC Cards” in the electronic user’s guide.
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Make sure all cables are securely connected.
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Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality
control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is
available, try the card in that machine. If the card
malfunctions again, it may be defective.
Here are some common problems and their solutions:
Resolving PC Card problems
The slot appears dead and cards that worked no longer
do.
Check the PC Card status:
1
Click Start.
2
Click My Computer icon with the secondary button,
then click Properties.
The System Properties window appears.
3
Click the Hardware tab.
4
Click the Device Manager button.
5
Double-click the appropriate category for the PC Card
being used.
6
Double-click the name of the PC Card device.
The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties
window, which contains information about your PC Card
configuration and status.
