IBM G40 manual Diagnosing problems, Click PC-Doctor

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Solving computer problems

Diagnosing problems

If you have a problem with your computer, you can test it by using PC-Doctor®for Windows. To run PC-Doctor for Windows, do as follows:

1.Click Start.

2.Move the pointer to All Programs (in Windows other than Windows XP, Programs) and then to PC-Doctor for Windows.

3.Click PC-Doctor.

4.Choose one of the tests from either the Device Categories or the Test Scripts.

Attention

Running any tests may take several minutes. Make sure you have time to run the entire test; do not interrupt the test while it is running.

The System Test of the Test Scripts runs some tests of critical hardware components, but it does not run all of the diagnostic tests in PC-Doctor for Windows. If PC-Doctor for Windows reports that all of the tests in the System Test have been run and that it has found no problems, consider running more of the tests in PC-Doctor for Windows.

If you are preparing to contact IBM for support, be sure to print the test log so that you can rapidly provide information to the help technician.

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Contents ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Important safety information Conditions that require immediate actionGeneral safety guidelines ServiceExtension cords and related devices Power cords and power adaptersPlugs and outlets Batteries Additional safety information CD and DVD drive safetyHeat and product ventilation Viii ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Important safety information ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Laser compliance statement Xii ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Important safety information Xiv ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Important regulatory notice for users Important notice for usersInformation about hard disk capacity Xvi ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Finding information with Access IBM XviiXviii ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Contents Xx ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Overview of your new ThinkPad computer Your ThinkPad at a glance Front viewFeatures 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 keyboard Cleaning the cover of your computerCleaning your computer display Caring for your ThinkPad computer Caring for your ThinkPad computer Solving computer problems Diagnosing problems Click PC-DoctorTroubleshooting Error messagesSolving computer problems Solving computer problems Select Security IBM Predesktop Area- Access IBM Predesktop Errors without messages Password problem Power switch problemProblem Keyboard problemsTrackPoint problems SolutionStandby or hibernation problems Solving computer problems Computer screen problems Click Power ManagementClick Advanced For Windows XPClick Control Panel For WindowsBattery problems Hard disk drive problems Startup problems Other problems Solving computer problems Solving computer problems Starting IBM Bios Setup Utility Solving computer problems Recovering pre-installed software Click Restore factory contentsReplacing the hard disk drive Handling a hard disk driveReplacing the hard disk drive Replacing the hard disk drive Replacing the battery Replacing the battery Replacing the battery Getting help and service from IBM Getting help on the Web Getting help and serviceCalling IBM IBM FRU Telephone numbersGetting help and service Getting help around the world Getting help and service Wireless Interoperability Appendix A. Wireless related informationUsage environment and your Health Enabling Extended Channel Mode Authorized Operation Within the United States and CanadaAppendix A. Wireless related information ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Warranty service and support Appendix B. Warranty informationBefore you call for service Calling for service What this Warranty Does not Cover How to Obtain Warranty Service What IBM Will Do to Correct ProblemsYour Additional Responsibilities Exchange of a Machine or PartLimitation of Liability Governing Law Part 2 Country-unique TermsJurisdiction Argentina CAMBODIA, LAOS, and Vietnam Malasia Following Terms Apply to ALL Emea Countries How to Obtain Warranty Service ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide European Union EU ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Egypt Germany Items for Which IBM is Not Liable SlovakiaPart 3 Warranty Information Warranty PeriodCustomer Replaceable Unit ″CRU″ Service On-site ServiceCourier or Depot Service Customer Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceGuarantee supplement for Mexico Support Center telephone numbersThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Notices Processing date dataReferences to Web site addresses Electronic emission noticesIndustry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement Handling a disused ThinkPad battery pack Disposing of a disused lithium batteryEnvironmental notices for Japan Trademarks ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Notices ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Notices Part Number / Numéro de référence 49P1094 NEW FastSite intranet publisher KEY Features and Benefits Conditions of Use Lotus Warranty Support Appendix C. Notices ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Notices ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Index ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Part Number 92P2196