Troubleshooting

If an External Display Does Not Work

Check the connections.

The external monitor may not be detected. In the BIOS Setup utility, try setting Video Display Device to Both in the System Devices menu.

If you are using a TV connected to the optional S-Video port, you must activate the TV.

Install the driver or .inf file for your specific monitor

Select the external monitor as the primary display device in the display properties

Continue to toggle Fn+F5 until the external display is enabled.

Hard Drive Problems

If the Notebook Hard Drive Does Not Spin

Make sure the notebook has power. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, and make sure it is fully plugged into a power source and into the back of the notebook.

Remove and reinsert the hard drive.

If the Hard Drive Makes a Buzzing or Whining Noise

See whether the noise is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card drive.

Back up the drive immediately.

Reference Guide

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