If the Hard Disk
Activity Light Does
Not Work
NOTE
WARNING
3 Troubleshooting Your PC
If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem
If the hard disk activity light does not flicker when the PC is accessing the hard disk drive:
•Check that the control panel connector is firmly attached to the system board.
•Check that the disk power and data cables are correctly connected.
If you are using a hard disk drive with a controller board (a SCSI hard disk, for example), the activity light does not flicker when the PC is accessing the hard disk drive
If the CD-ROM Drive Has a Problem
Be sure to disconnect the power cord and any telecommunication cables from your computer before you remove the cover to check the cable connections or jumper settings.
To avoid electric shock and harm to your eyes by laser light, do not open the
No Sound from the CD-ROM Drive
If you are having problems with sound when playing a CD:
•Check that the volume control (if present) on the
•Ensure that the disk in the
•If using headphones or external speakers, check that they are properly connected.
•Check that the CD audio cable is correctly installed and is connected to the system board.
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