Troubleshooting
Reference Guide 6–15
If the Notebook Stops Responding
■Press ctrl+alt+del and use Task Manager to end the application
that is not responding.
■Press the power button for at least 4 seconds to turn off and
reset the notebook. Unsaved data will be lost. Then press the
power button again to turn the notebook back on.
■If nothing happens, insert the tip of a paper clip into the
reset button on the bottom of the notebook. Then press
the power button to turn the notebook back on.
■To avoid lockup problems, avoid turning the notebook off or
putting it into Standby while graphic-intensive applications
are running.
Power an d Batter y Pack Pr oblemsIf the Notebook Turns Off Immediately After It
Turns On
Battery power is probably extremely low. Plug in the AC adapter
or insert a charged battery pack.
If the Notebook Keeps Beeping
The notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when
battery power is low. Save your work, shut down Windows
immediately, and insert a charged battery pack or plug in the
AC adapter.
If the Battery Pack Does Not Charge
■Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the
power source and the notebook, and that the light on
the adapter is on.
■If you are using a power strip, remove the AC adapter from
the power strip and plug it directly into a wall outlet.
■Make sure the battery pack is fully installed and locked in
place.