IBM A30 manual Solving computer problems

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Solving computer problems

Message

Solution

 

 

0200: Hard disk error

The hard disk is not working. Make sure that the hard disk drive is attached

 

firmly. Run the BIOS Setup Utility; then make sure the hard disk drive is

 

not disabled in the Startup menu.

 

 

021x: Keyboard error

Make sure that there are no objects placed on the keyboard, or if you have

 

one, on the external keyboard. Turn off the computer, and turn off all

 

attached devices. Turn on the computer first; then turn on the attached

 

devices.

 

If you still see the same error code, do the following:

 

If an external keyboard is connected, do the following:

 

v Turn off the computer and disconnect the external keyboard; then turn on

 

the computer. Make sure that the built-in keyboard operates correctly. If it

 

does, have the external keyboard serviced.

 

v Make sure that the external keyboard is connected to the correct

 

connector.

 

Test the computer, using PC-Doctor.

 

v If the computer stops during the test, have the computer serviced.

0230: Shadow RAM error

The shadow RAM failed. Test your computer’s memory with PC-Doctor. If

 

you added a memory module just before turning the computer on, reinstall

 

it. Then test the memory with PC-Doctor.

 

 

0231: System RAM error

The system RAM failed. Test your computer’s memory with PC-Doctor. If

 

you added a memory module just before turning the computer on, reinstall

 

it. Then test the memory with PC-Doctor.

 

 

0232: Extended RAM

The extended RAM failed. Test your computer’s memory with PC-Doctor. If

error

you increased memory just before turning the computer on, reinstall it. Then

 

test the memory with PC-Doctor.

 

 

0250: System battery

The backup battery is depleted. This battery is used to preserve the

error

configuration information, such as date and time, while the computer is

 

turned off. Replace the battery and run IBM BIOS Setup Utility to verify the

 

configuration. If you still have a problem, have the computer serviced.

 

 

0251: System CMOS

The system CMOS might have been corrupted by an application program.

checksum bad

The computer uses the default settings. Run IBM BIOS Setup Utility to

 

reconfigure the settings. If you still see the same error code, have the

 

computer serviced.

 

 

0260: System timer error

Have the computer serviced.

 

 

0270: Real time clock

Have the computer serviced.

error

 

 

 

0271: Date and time error

Neither the date nor the time is set in the computer. Set the date and time,

 

using the IBM BIOS Setup Utility.

 

 

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Contents ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Finding information with Access ThinkPad Iv ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Finding information with Access ThinkPad Vi ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Contents Viii ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Overview of your new ThinkPad computer Your ThinkPad at a glance Features Diskette drive External interfaceSpecifications Be gentle with your computer Important tips Be careful about where and how you workCaring for your ThinkPad computer Carry your computer properlyHandle storage media and drives properly Take care in setting passwordsOther important tips Cleaning your computer Solving computer problems Diagnosing problems TroubleshootingClick PC-Doctor for Windows Problems and solutions Error messages Message SolutionSolving computer problems Solving computer problems Errors without messages Password problem Power switch problemKeyboard problems TrackPoint problems Standby or hibernation problems Clear the Auto insert notification check box Solution For WindowsClick the Device Manager tab For Windows NTClick the Enable hibernation... button Click Power ManagementSelect the Enable hibernate support checkbox Click Advanced Computer screen problemsFor Windows XP For Windows 98 and WindowsBattery problems Click Display TypeHard disk drive problems Other problemsSolving computer problems Using Bios Setup Utility Recovering pre-installed software To create a Recovery Repair disketteTo use the Recovery Repair diskette Upgrading the hard disk drive Handling a hard disk driveUpgrading the hard disk drive Replacing the battery Getting help and service from IBM Getting help and service Getting help on the WebGetting help by fax Calling IBMTelephone numbers Country or region Language Telephone NumberGetting help and service Getting help and service Appendix A. Important safety instructions ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Modem safety information Laser compliance statement Appendix A. Important safety instructions ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Warranty PeriodPart 1 General Terms IBM Warranty for Machines Warranty Service Limitation of Liability Part 2 Country-unique Terms Governing LawCAMBODIA, LAOS, and Vietnam Hong Kong and Macau Warranty Service Following Terms Apply to ALL Emea CountriesGoverning Law Following Terms Apply to the Country SpecifiedEgypt Italy Following item is added to this paragraph Processing date data References to the Web site addressesElectronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission FCC StatementTelecommunication notices European Community Directive Conformance StatementFax Branding Industry Canada requirements AvisAvertissement For the modem with approval number PTC 211/00/206For the modem with approval number PTC 211/01/004 For the modem with approval number PTC 211/99/255 For the modem with approval number PTC 211/99/020 For the modem with approval number PTC 211/01/050 Appendix B. Product warranties and notices ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix B. Product warranties and notices ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix B. Product warranties and notices Usage environment and your Health Wireless InteroperabilityWireless Regulatory Information USA Federal Communications Commission FCCFCC RF Safety Requirement Canada Industry Canada IC Trademarks ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Index ThinkPad A30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Part Number 46P4859

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