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Solving Power Problems
Also see "Solving Battery and Battery Gauge Problems" in this chapter.
Problem
Computer will not turn on.
Probable Cause
Computer is not connected to a power source.
Battery pack in computer is discharged.
Power cords to the external power source are unplugged.
Solution(s)
Insert a battery pack or connect an external power source.
Insert a fully charged battery pack or connect an external power source.
Ensure that power cords connecting the computer and the external power source are plugged in properly.
The Computer turned off while it was left unattended and the status panel
Computer initiated | Turn on the computer |
Hibernation after a preset |
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is off.
Computer initiated Suspend automatically or turned off automatically when it was docked in the
Computer initiated Hibernation because of a critical
The maximum operating temperature was exceeded.
Replace the battery pack with a fully charged battery pack or connect an external power source. Then turn on the computer..
Computer is in an exceedingly hot environment and the fan was not able to cool it adequately. Let the computer cool down, then turn it on again.
expansion base.
Fan may be blocked, causing | Make sure the ventilation intake | |
computer to exceed the | and exhaust are not obstructed. If | |
maximum operating | problem persists, contact your | |
temperature. | Compaq authorized service | |
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