HP dx5150 manual Solving General Problems, Problem Cause Solution, Standby mode

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Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics

Solving General Problems

You may be able to easily resolve the general problems described in this section. If a problem persists and you are unable to resolve it yourself or if you feel uncomfortable about performing the operation, contact an authorized dealer or reseller.

Solving General Problems

Problem

Cause

Solution

Computer appears locked up and will not turn off when the power button is pressed.

Software control of the power switch is not functional.

Press and hold the power button for at least four seconds until the computer turns off.

Computer will not

Computer is in

Press the power button to resume

respond to USB

standby mode.

from standby mode.

keyboard or mouse.

 

 

 

 

 

 

System has locked up.

Restart computer.

ÄCAUTION: When attempting to resume from standby mode, do not hold down the power button for more than four seconds. Otherwise, the computer will shut down and you will lose your unsaved data.

Computer date and

RTC (real-time clock)

time display is

battery may need to be

incorrect.

replaced.

 

Connecting the

 

computer to a live

 

AC outlet prolongs

 

the life of the

 

RTC battery.

First, reset the date and time under Control Panel (Computer Setup can also be used to update the RTC date and time). If the problem persists, replace the RTC battery. See the Hardware Reference Guide on the Documentation CD for instructions on installing a new battery, or contact an authorized dealer or reseller for RTC battery replacement.

Devices connected to

The Front Panel USB Port

USB ports do not

may be disabled in

operate.

Computer Setup. This

 

option controls the front

 

USB port and the two USB

 

ports on the back of the

 

computer under the NIC

 

connector.

Enable the Front Panel USB Port in Computer Setup. If the problem persists, contact an authorized service center.

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Contents Troubleshooting Guide AugustTroubleshooting Guide Contents Setting up Analog/Digital Audio Output Index Computer Diagnostic Features Diagnostics for WindowsDetecting Diagnostics for Windows Installing Diagnostics for Windows Using Categories in Diagnostics for Windows Menu Bar-File, Categories, Navigation, Level, Tab, Help Running Diagnostic Tests in Diagnostics for Windows Computer Diagnostic Features Computer Diagnostic Features Configuration Record Installing Configuration Record Protecting the Software Restoring the SoftwarePage Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Safety and ComfortRun the Restore Plus! CD Before You Call for Technical SupportRun the Restore Plus! CD Helpful Hints Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Problem Cause Solution Solving General ProblemsSolving General Problems Standby modeNum Lock key Solving General Problems Solving General Problems Solving Power Supply Problems Solving Power Supply ProblemsSolving Power Supply Problems Solving Power Supply Problems Tools. Under Error-checking Solving Diskette ProblemsSolving Diskette Problems Drive. Select File PropertiesFormat a /F1440 Select File PropertiesPeripherals Onboard FDC Position in Advanced BiosFeatures Removable Device ControllerSolving Hard Drive Problems Solving Hard Drive ProblemsSouth OnChip IDE Device Integrated PeripheralsSouth OnChip PCI Device Channel 0 or Peripherals South OnChipIDE Device OnChip IDE PCI Device Onboard ChipSolving Display Problems Solving Display ProblemsSelect Enable VGA Mode Blank screen Solving Display Problems Accessories System Tools Click Start All ProgramsSolving Audio Problems Solving Audio ProblemsDevice Manager button Sure Enable digital CDFrom the Control Panel Audio for this CD-ROMSolving Audio Problems Where printer port is Solving Printer ProblemsSolving Printer Problems DIR C\ printer portClick Shut Down. The Shut Solving Keyboard and Mouse ProblemsSolving Keyboard Problems Down Windows dialog boxWindows logo key to Solving Mouse ProblemsEnter key Solving Hardware Installation Problems Solving Hardware Installation ProblemsDetermine possible causes On the system to see if fault goes Solving Network Problems Solving Network ProblemsNetwork & Internet PnP/PCI Configurations IRQ ResourcesRestore Plus! CD Solving Memory Problems Solving Memory ProblemsSolving Memory Problems Solving Processor Problems Solving Processor ProblemsSolving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Solving CD-ROM and DVD ProblemsCD-ROM, CD-RW Solving Drive Key Problems Solving Drive Key ProblemsSolving Internet Access Problems Solving Internet Access ProblemsSelect Start Control Panel Click the Device Manager PropertiesSolving Software Problems Solving Software ProblemsContacting Customer Support Page Post Error Messages Numeric Codes and Text Messages Post Numeric Codes and Text MessagesCode/Message Probable Cause Recommended Action During memory testing CPU Fan weak RPM Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Post Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible CodesPossible Activity Beeps Cause Recommended Action Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Off and replace one device at a Management Guide on Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Password Security and Resetting Cmos Resetting the Password Jumper Clearing and Resetting the Cmos Using Computer Setup to Reset CmosUsing the Cmos Switch to Reset Cmos Cmos switch Backing Up the Cmos Setting up Analog/Digital Audio Output Page Index Post
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