IBM G40 manual Solving computer problems

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Solving computer problems

 

 

Message

Solution

 

 

0270: Real time clock

Have the computer serviced.

error

 

 

 

0271: Date and time

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

error

using the IBM BIOS Setup Utility.

 

 

0280: Previous boot

Your computer was previously unable to complete the boot process.

incomplete

Turn the computer off; then turn it on to start the IBM BIOS Setup Utility.

 

 

Verify the configuration and then restart the computer either by choosing

 

the Exit Saving Changes option under the Restart item or by pressing F10.

 

If you still see the same error code, have the computer serviced.

 

 

02D0: System cache error

The cache is disabled. Have the computer serviced.

 

 

02F4: EISA CMOS not

Have the computer serviced.

writable

 

 

 

02F5: DMA test failed

Have the computer serviced.

 

 

02F6: Software NMI

Have the computer serviced.

failed

 

 

 

02F7: Fail-safe timer

Have the computer serviced.

NMI failed

 

 

 

1802: Unauthorized

The Mini-PCI network card is not supported on this computer. Remove it.

network card is plugged

 

in - Power off and

 

remove the miniPCI

 

network card.

 

 

 

1803: Unauthorized

The daughter card is not supported on this computer. Remove it.

daughter card is plugged

 

in - Power off and

 

remove the daughter

 

card.

 

 

 

1804: Unauthorized

You cannot use the attached battery with this computer. Replace it with a

battery is detected-

battery of the correct model.

Replace it with a battery

 

of the correct model.

 

 

 

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Contents ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Conditions that require immediate action Important safety informationService General safety guidelinesExtension 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 Xvii Finding information with Access IBMXviii ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Contents Xx ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Overview of your new ThinkPad computer Front view Your ThinkPad at a glanceFeatures External interface Diskette driveSpecifications Caring for your ThinkPad computer Important tips Be careful about where and how you workBe gentle with your 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 Click PC-Doctor Diagnosing problemsError messages TroubleshootingSolving computer problems Solving computer problems Select Security IBM Predesktop Area- Access IBM Predesktop Errors without messages Power switch problem Password problemTrackPoint problems Keyboard problemsProblem SolutionStandby or hibernation problems Solving computer problems Click Power Management Computer screen problemsClick Control Panel For Windows XPClick Advanced 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 Click Restore factory contents Recovering pre-installed softwareHandling a hard disk drive Replacing the 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 Telephone numbers IBM FRUGetting help and service Getting help around the world Getting help and service Wireless Interoperability Appendix A. Wireless related informationUsage environment and your Health Authorized Operation Within the United States and Canada Enabling Extended Channel ModeAppendix 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 What IBM Will Do to Correct Problems How to Obtain Warranty ServiceYour 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 Slovakia Items for Which IBM is Not LiableWarranty Period Part 3 Warranty InformationOn-site Service Customer Replaceable Unit ″CRU″ ServiceCustomer Carry-In or Mail-In Service Courier or Depot ServiceSupport Center telephone numbers Guarantee supplement for MexicoThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Processing date data Appendix C. NoticesElectronic emission notices References to Web site addressesIndustry 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