VAIO® Computer Quick Start
Troubleshooting Your Computer
My computer does not start.
❑Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power indicator on the computer’s front panel shows that the power is on.
❑Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged.
❑If you are connected to a docking station with a floppy disk drive or an external floppy disk drive, make sure there is no floppy disk in the floppy disk drive.
❑Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly, as described in “Connecting a Power Source” on page 25.
❑If the computer is plugged into a power strip or UPS, make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working.
❑If you are using an external display, check that it is plugged into a power source and turned on. Check that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for details.
❑Take the battery pack off the computer, unplug the power cord and plug it in again, then turn on the power.
❑If the power control button does not function, remove the AC adapter and battery pack. Wait one minute, then reattach them, and press the power button.
❑Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction. If this occurs, do not use the computer for at least one hour.
My computer starts but a BIOS error appears.
When the internal backup battery is low on power, your system may not start properly, and the message “Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to setup” may appear at the bottom of the screen. Follow these steps:
1Press the F2 key. The BIOS Setup menu appears.
2Set the date (month/day/year). Press the Enter key.
3Press Ð to select System Time, then set the time (hour: minute: second). Press the Enter key.
48 |