Lenovo 41N5624 manual Appendix B. Problem solving

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Appendix B. Problem solving

Computer problems can be caused by hardware, software, or user error. Using the information in this section, you might be able to solve problems yourself or gather helpful information that you can pass on to a service technician. You might also need to refer to your computer, operating-system, or sound-adapter documentation.

Review the following list for any problem description that might fit your situation.

vYour computer or CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combination Drive does not operate correctly, or the busy indicator light does not come on.

Take the following actions:

1.Check that the disc is loaded with the label side up.

2.Check that all devices are properly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet.

3.Turn off the computer, unplug the cables for your computer and all attached devices, and remove the computer cover.

4.Check that all power and Serial ATA cables are securely attached. Disconnect the Serial ATA cable and check for bent or misaligned pins. If you do not find any problems, reconnect the interface cable. Replace the computer cover, and reattach all cables and power cords. Turn on the computer, restart the operating system, and attempt to open the loading tray by pressing the Open/Close button. If the tray fails to open and the Busy indicator does not light, turn off the computer and try using another 15 PIN power cable.

5.Check the CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combination Drive and any other device on the Serial ATA cable for the proper settings.

vYou cannot access the CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combination Drive, or the DVD-ROM (CD-ROM) icon is not displayed.

When the CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combination Drive is properly installed, a DVD-ROM or CD-ROM icon is displayed in the My Computer window. Double-click My Computer. If a CD-ROM icon is not displayed in the window that opens, verify that the drive has been properly installed. Verify that the configuration jumper is set properly. Restart your computer. If a drive icon is still not displayed, continue with the following steps:

1.Click Start, click Settings, and then click Control Panel.

2.Click System.

3.Click the Device Manager tab.

4.Double-clickView Devices by Type.

5.Select IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers from the list displayed in the Device Manager window. Verify that there are no conflicts with the controller. The device status indicates whether the controller is working properly.

6.Select CD-ROMfrom the list that is displayed in the Device Manager window. Verify that a CD-ROM device is present in the list and that no conflicts exist. The device status indicates whether the device is working properly.

7.Click OK.

8.Close all windows and restart the computer.

© Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2004.

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Contents Page Page Page Page Iii Safety information Read firstPage Power cords and power adapters General safety guidelinesService Batteries Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets Heat and product ventilation CD and DVD drive safetyPage Contents Page About this book Part 1 Installation and user’s guideRegistering your option Part 2 AppendixesPage Product description Installation and user’s guideSoftware description Multimedia Center for Think OfferingsHandling precautions Installation requirementsBefore you begin UDF ReaderInstalling the drive Drive controls and connectorsOpening the computer Unpacking the driveAttaching the cables to the drive and main board Mounting the drive in the bayUpdating your computer configuration Completing the hardware installationCare and maintenance CD safety informationManually ejecting a disc Installing softwareCaring for the CD-RW / DVD-ROM Combination Drive Configuring the playback application for digital playback Configuring the drive for digital playbackUsing WinDVD Playing audio CDsChanging the DVD region code Starting WinDVDCopying and imaging discs Using the Multimedia Center for Think OfferingsClick Intervideo WinDVD Click the General Properties tabClick the task Burn Image to CD or DVD Using Direct-to-Disc DLAClick Make Compatible Page Power requirements Appendix A. Product specificationsPhysical specifications Sustained Transfer Rate Average access timesEnvironmental requirements Appendix B. Problem solving Disc cannot be read. Take the following actions Select Advanced/IDE ConfigurationThere is no sound from the disc Video appears to be choppy or is dropping framesEnabling DMA for Windows XP Enabling DMA for WindowsPage Appendix D. Enabling Digital Audio Extraction Page Appendix D. Enabling Digital Audio Extraction D-3 Page What this Warranty Covers Appendix E. Lenovo Statement of Limited WarrantyWhat this Warranty Does not Cover Part 1 General TermsExchange of a Machine or Part How to Obtain Warranty ServiceWhat Lenovo Will Do to Correct Problems Limitation of Liability Your Additional ResponsibilitiesPart 2 Country-unique Terms Peru ParaguayUruguay VenezuelaIndia Cambodia and LaosCAMBODIA, INDONESIA, and Laos Malaysia JapanNEW Zealand PEOPLE’S Republic of China PRCEUROPE, Middle EAST, Africa Emea PhilippinesSingapore Appendix E. Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty E-9 Following Terms Apply to ALL EU Countries European Union EUConsumers Egypt AustriaFrance GermanyItems for Which Lenovo is Not Liable HungaryIreland United Kingdom SlovakiaWarranty Period Part 3 Warranty InformationTypes of Warranty Service Customer Replaceable Unit ″CRU″ ServiceWorldwide telephone list Appendix E. Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty E-17 Country or Region Telephone Number Guarantee supplement for Mexico Page Telephone technical support Appendix F. Service and SupportOnline technical support Page Appendix G. Notices Trademarks Federal Communications Commission FCC Emission Notice Appendix H. Electronic emission noticesIndustry Canada Class B emission compliance statement Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie CanadaAvis de conformité à la directive de l’Union Européenne Unione Europea Directiva EMC Conformidad électromagnética Unión Europea Normativa EMCPage Page Part Number 41N5624