Power
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PC will not turn on | PC is not securely connected to an | Ensure that cables connecting the PC to the external power |
or start. | external power source. | source are plugged in properly. |
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| Green power supply light on back | When the cables connecting the PC to the external power source |
| of PC is out. | are plugged in properly and the wall outlet is functioning, the |
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| green power supply light should be on; if the light is not on, refer |
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| to the Warranty and Support Guide to contact Support. |
| Monitor is not connected or is | Connect the monitor to the PC, plug it in, and turn it on. |
| not on. |
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| Line voltage selection switch is not | Set the line voltage selection switch to the correct setting for your |
| in the proper position for your | country/region, or refer to contact Support. |
| country/region (115V/230V). |
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| Wall outlet is defective. | Test the outlet by connecting a different electrical device to |
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Invalid system disk | A diskette has been left in the drive | When drive activity stops, remove the diskette and press the |
Or | during startup. | spacebar. The PC should start up. |
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error |
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message displays. |
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PC appears locked up | PC is not working. | Press and hold the On button until the PC turns off. |
and won’t turn off when |
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the On button is |
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pressed. |
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Warranty and License Information
HP Total Care
HP Total Care provides fast, friendly, and effective expert advice for all your Compaq branded products. If you have a question or if a problem arises, we offer extensive service and support options around the clock to better handle your needs. Go to your PC’s Help and Support Center for the fastest resolutions. For more information on your support and services options visit: http://www.hp.com/home/ownerservices
For the US and Canada, Total Care Technical Support Representatives are available 24 hours a day,
or
NOTE: Support options, availability and hours vary by product, country/region, and language and are subject to change.
When should I contact Compaq phone service and support?
•The Help and Support Center or other support tools on your PC did not identify or help solve your problem.
•You either do not have Internet access, or cannot connect to the Internet to use the Compaq Customer Care Web support site or to chat with qualified online support specialists.
•There is obvious damage or a mechanical breakdown with your product and it does not work.
For Caribbean
http://www.hp.com/support
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Barbados:
Jamaica:
Trinidad:
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