Swann 410769-001 manual Computer is turned on but not responding

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Troubleshooting

The computer is turned on but not responding

If the computer is turned on, but not responding to software or keyboard commands, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure:

1.Save your work and close all open applications.

2.Shut down the computer through the operating system by selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.

If you have been registered to a network domain, the button you click will be called Shut Down instead of Turn Off Computer.

If you are unable to shut down the computer with these procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided:

ÄCAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the loss of unsaved information.

1.Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, select Shut Down > Turn Off.

2.Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.

3.Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery.

Getting Started

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Troubleshooting Index Identify required hardware First-time setupComponent Refer to Appendix C, Backup and recovery, for instructions Set up the computerInsert the battery Connect the computer to external power First-time setup Turn on the computer First-time setup Set up the software Create recovery discs recommended Next steps Install additional hardware and softwareIdentify and install hardware Computer includes software that may be Locate and install softwareProtect your system files Protect the computerProtect the computer from viruses Protect your privacy Protect the computer from power surgesUse the computer safely Next steps Connect to a computer network Locate the user guides Update your softwareTurn off the computer correctly Troubleshooting resources Troubleshooting Computer is unable to start up Quick troubleshootingComputer screen is blank Software is functioning abnormally Computer is turned on but not responding Computer is unusually warm An external device is not working Home wireless network connection is not working Help and Support Center Prepare to contact Customer Care Customer CareContact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone Getting Started Top components Keys Pointing devices Rear components Front componentsRight-side components Left-side components Bottom components Choose an ISP Connect to the Internet from your homeUse the New Connection Wizard Choose the type of Internet connection Back up the system Backup and recoverySafeguard your data Back up specific files or folders Back up the entire system Click Next to back up your entire hard drive Back up modifications made to the systemClick Expert Mode Click Schedule Backups Schedule backupsRecover the system Create recovery discs recommended Click Factory image recovery discs, and then click Next Performing a recovery from the recovery discs Perform a recoveryBackup and recovery Operating environment SpecificationsRated input power Index Windows applications A-3 Windows logo A-3 Index-3 Regulatory, Safety, and Envi­ ronmental Notices Index-5