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T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problem

Possible Cause

 

Possible Solutions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your notebook appears to

The BIOS CMOS hold-up

Contact your support representative for repairs.

 

 

 

change setup parameters

battery has failed.

This is not a user serviceable part but has a normal

 

 

 

when you start it.

 

 

life of 3 to 5 years.

 

 

 

(continued)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Video Problems

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The built-in display is blank

Something is pushing on the

Clear the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-3 on

 

 

 

when you turn on your

Closed Cover switch.

page 6 for location)

 

 

 

LifeBook notebook.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The notebook is set for an

Pressing [F10] while holding down the [Fn] key

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

external monitor only.

allows you to change your selection of where to send

 

 

 

 

 

 

your display video. Each time you press the keys you

 

 

 

 

 

 

will step to the next choice. The choices, in order,

 

 

 

 

 

 

are: built-in display panel only, both built-in display

 

 

 

 

 

 

panel and external monitor or external monitor

 

 

 

 

 

 

only.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The display angle and bright-

Move the display and the brightness control until

 

 

 

 

ness settings are not adequate

you have adequate visibility.

 

 

 

 

for your lighting conditions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The power management time-

Press any button the keyboard, or move the mouse

 

 

 

 

outs may be set for very short

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/

 

 

 

 

intervals and you failed to

Suspend/Resume button. (The display may be shut

 

 

 

 

notice the display come on

off by Standby mode, Auto Suspend or Video

 

 

 

 

and go off again.

Timeout)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The notebook turned on

Power On Self Test (POST) has

Contact your support representative.

 

 

 

with a series of beeps and

detected a failure that does not

 

 

 

 

 

your display is blank.

allow the display to operate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The display goes blank by

The notebook has gone into

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse

 

 

 

itself after you have been

Video timeout, Standby mode,

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/

 

 

 

using it.

or Hibernate mode because

Suspend/Resume button. Check your power manage-

 

 

 

 

you have not used it for a

ment settings, or close your applications and go to the

 

 

 

 

period of time.

Power Savings menu of the setup utility to adjust the

 

 

 

 

 

 

timeout values to better suit your operation needs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 25 for more informa-

 

 

 

 

 

 

tion)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The power management time-

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse

 

 

 

 

outs may be set for very short

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/

 

 

 

 

intervals and you failed to

Suspend/Resume button. (The display may be shut

 

 

 

 

notice the display come on

off by Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or Video

 

 

 

 

and go off again.

Timeout)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The display does not close.

A foreign object, such as a

Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.

 

 

 

 

paper clip, is stuck between the

 

 

 

 

 

 

display and the keyboard.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The display has bright or

If the spots are very tiny and

This is normal; do nothing.

 

 

 

dark spots.

few in number, this is normal

 

 

 

 

 

 

for a large LCD display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the spots are numerous or

Display is faulty; contact your support representative.

 

 

 

 

large enough to interfere with

 

 

 

 

 

 

your operation needs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Fujitsu Siemens Computers A6020 manual Video Problems, Large enough to interfere with Your operation needs

A6020 specifications

The Fujitsu Siemens Computers A6020 is a desktop PC that exemplifies the combination of power and efficiency, catering primarily to small businesses and home office users. Launched in the early 2000s, it was designed to meet the growing demand for reliable computing solutions with a focus on affordability without compromising performance.

At its core, the A6020 is powered by a range of Intel processors, offering a variety of options to suit different user needs. Depending on the configuration, it can be equipped with Intel Pentium 4 or Intel Celeron processors, providing a solid balance of speed and efficiency for everyday tasks such as word processing, spreadsheets, and basic multimedia applications.

One of the standout features of the A6020 is its flexible expandability. With multiple expansion slots, users can easily upgrade their system to enhance performance, whether by adding more RAM or incorporating additional storage solutions. The machine typically supports up to 2GB of DDR memory, which was a considerable amount at the time, allowing users to run multiple applications simultaneously with ease.

In terms of storage, the A6020 comes with a variety of hard drive options, usually ranging from 40GB to 120GB. This ample capacity makes it suitable for users who need to store documents, presentations, and media files without immediate concern for running out of space. Moreover, the inclusion of optical drives gives users the capability to read and write CDs, a valuable function during an era where physical media was still prevalent.

Networking capabilities are also a key feature of the A6020. Equipped with Ethernet ports and optional wireless capabilities, it allowed users to easily connect to local networks and the internet, facilitating communication and data sharing in an increasingly digital workspace.

The design of the A6020 prioritizes user-friendliness, featuring a simple yet effective layout that allows for easy access to components and ports. The compact form factor ensures that it fits comfortably in various workspace environments, promoting efficient use of space.

Overall, the Fujitsu Siemens Computers A6020 represents a thoughtful combination of performance, expandability, and usability, making it a suitable choice for individuals and small businesses looking for a reliable desktop solution during its time in the early 2000s.