Hardware and system checklist
| Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to |
| make sure the terminals are clean. If necessary |
| wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol. |
| Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery. |
| Make sure it is securely seated. |
| Check the Battery indicator. If it does not glow, let |
| the computer charge the battery for at least 20 |
| minutes. If the Battery indicator glows after 20 |
| minutes, let the battery continue to charge at least |
| another 20 minutes before turning on the com- |
| puter. |
| If the indicator still does not glow, the battery may |
| be at the end of its operating life. Replace it. |
| If you do not think the battery is at the end of its |
| operating life, see your dealer. |
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Battery doesn’t | If you frequently recharge a partially charged |
power the computer | battery, the battery might not charge to its full |
as long as expected | potential. Fully discharge the battery, then try to |
| charge it again. |
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| Check the power consumption settings in Power |
| Saver utility. Consider using a power saving mode. |
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Password
Problem | Procedure |
Cannot enter | Refer to the Password section in Chapter 7, |
password | |
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