2.7.1 Solving Minor Problems
Some minor problems and possible solutions are outlined in the following tables. If the problem appears related to a software application, check the documentation provided with the software.
Solving Audio Problems
Some common audio problems and solutions are listed in the following table.
Table
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ProblemProbable CauseSolution(s)
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Computer beeps | once | This is typical; it | No action is required. |
after you turn | it | indicates successful |
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on. |
| completion of the |
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Computer does not | Speaker volume is off or | If the speaker icon is |
beep after the | has been turned down. | not displayed on the |
| status panel, Press | |
(POST). |
| Fn+F5 to turn the |
|
| speaker on, then adjust |
|
| the volume. |
| Beeps have been turned | Run Computer Setup and |
| off. | turn on beeps. |
Loss of audio | Moving hard drives | between | Download appropriate |
| different LTE 5000 | models | driver from Compaq. |
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Solving Battery and Battery Gauge Problems
Some common causes and solutions for battery problems are listed in the following table. The "Solving Power Problems" section in this chapter also may be applicable.
Table
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ProblemProbable CauseSolution(s)
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Computer won't turn | Battery is discharged. | Connect the computer to | |
on when battery pack |
| an external power |
|
is inserted and |
| source and charge | the |
power cord is |
| battery pack. |
|
unplugged. |
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| Replace the battery pack | |
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| with a fully charged | |
|
| battery pack. |
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| Check the battery |
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|
| connectors on the | system |