Memory errors might stop system operation, show error messages on the screen, or hang the system.

Use the following procedure to isolate memory problems:

1.Turn off the computer and remove any installed DIMM from its slot.

2.Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the program.

3.Go toDiagnostics on the main menu and select

Memory Test. If an error appears, replace the system board.

4. Turn off the computer

and reinstall the DIMM; then

turn on the

computer.

Verify

the memory

size;

then

test

the memory.

If

an

error

appears,

replace

the

DIMM.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: Make

sure

that

the

DIMM

is

properly installed

into

the connector. A loose connection can cause an

 

error.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modem Board Checkout

Do the following to isolate the problem to the system internal modem:

1.Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the program.

2. Go

toDiagnostics

on the main menu and select

Other

Devices .

 

3.Follow the description in the window.

4.If the test detects a modem problem, replace the modem card.

Power

System

Checkout

 

To verify the symptom of

the problem power on the com-

puter

using

each of the

following power sources:

1.Remove the battery ASM.

2.Connect the AC Adapter and check that power is sup- plied.

3.Disconnect the AC Adapter and install the charged battery ASM; then check that power is supplied by the battery ASM.

If you suspect a power problem, refer to the appropriate power supply check listed below:

Ÿ “Checking the AC Adapter” on page 11

Ÿ “Checking the Operational Charging” on page 11

Ÿ“Checking the Battery ASM” on page 11

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