Troubleshooting checklist
Before running diagnostic utilities, use the following checklist to find possible solutions for computer or
software problems.
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Is the computer and monitor connected to a working electrical outlet?
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Is the computer powered on?
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Is the blue power light illuminated?
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Is the monitor on?
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Is the monitor power LED illuminated?
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If the monitor is dim, adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls.
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Press and hold any key. If the system beeps, the keyboard is operating correctly.
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Check cables for loose or improper connections.
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After installing a non-plug and play (PnP) expansion board or other option (such as a diskette
drive), reconfigure the computer.
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Are all necessary device drivers installed?
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Have all printer drivers been installed for each application?
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Have you removed diskettes, optical disks, and USB drive keys from the drives before powering
on the computer?
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Are you running the latest version of BIOS, drivers, and software?
Troubleshooting scenarios and solutions
This section presents an extensive overview of various troubleshooting scenarios and possible solutions
for a Windows-based computer.
NOTE:
For Linux troubleshooting information, refer to the
HP Workstations for Linux User Manual
at
http://www.hp.com/support/linux_user_manual
.
Solving minor problems
Table 6-1
Minor problems
Problem
Cause
Possible Solution
Workstation appears frozen
and does not shut down when
the power button is pressed.
Software control of the power
switch is not functional.
1.
Press and hold the power button for at least four
seconds until the computer shuts down.
2.
Disconnect the electrical plug from the outlet.
3.
Restart the computer.
Workstation seems to be
frozen.
Program in use has stopped
responding to commands.
1.
If possible, use the Windows Task Manager to isolate
and terminate the offending process.
2.
Attempt the normal Windows shutdown procedure.
3.
Restart the computer using the power button.
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