Troubleshooting

Problem

Cause

Solution

Computer will not respond

Computer is in standby

Press the power button to

to USB keyboard or mouse.

mode.

resume from standby mode.

 

 

 

USB Keyboard does not

Keyboard or mouse is not

Connect keyboard and

respond/work

connected to computer.

mouse cables to computer.

 

 

 

 

System has locked up.

Restart the computer.

System USB Keyboard support is not enabled in the F10 BIOS setup.

Restart the computer and press F10 to enter BIOS setup. Enter into Integrated peripherals and enable the USB keyboard support.

CAUTION: When attempting to resume from standby mode, do not hold down the power button for more than four seconds. Otherwise, the computer will shut down and you will lose any unsaved data.

Computer date and time display is incorrect.

RTC (real-time clock) battery may need to be replaced. .

MConnecting the computer to a live AC outlet prolongs the life of the RTC battery.

First, reset the Date and Time Properties in the Control Panel (Computer Setup can also be used to update the RTC date and time). If the problem persists, replace the RTC battery. See the Hardware Reference Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD for instructions on installing a new battery.

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Cursor will not move using the The Num Lock key may be arrow keys on the keypad.

Press the Num Lock key. The Num Lock light should not be on if you want to use the arrow keys. The Num Lock key can be disabled (or enabled) in Computer Setup.

Poor performance is

Processor is hot.

1. Ensure airflow to the

experienced.

 

computer is not blocked.

 

 

Leave a 4-inch (10.2-cm)

 

 

clearance on all vented sides

 

 

of the computer and monitor

 

 

to permit required airflow.

 

 

2. Ensure fans are connected

 

 

and working properly (some

 

 

fans only operate when

 

 

needed).

 

 

3. Ensure the processor heatsink

 

 

is installed properly.

 

 

 

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