Hardware and system checklist

Overheating power down

If the computer’s internal temperature becomes too high, the computer will automatically shut down.

Problem

Procedure

Computer shuts down

Leave the computer off until the computer

and DC IN indicator

reaches room temperature, then turn it back on.

flashes orange

If the computer is still too warm, the DC IN

 

indicator will continue blinking when you turn on

 

the power. Let it cool longer and try again.

 

If the computer has reached room temperature

 

and still does not start, or if it starts but shuts

 

down quickly, contact your dealer.

AC power

If you have trouble turning on the computer with the universal AC adaptor con- nected, check the DC IN indicator. Refer to Chapter 6, Power, for more information.

ProblemProcedure

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UniversalAC adaptor doesn’t power the computer (DC IN indicator does not glow blue)

Check the connections. Make sure the cord is firmly connected to the computer and a power outlet.

Check the condition of the cord and terminals. If the cord is frayed or damaged, replace it. If the terminals are soiled, wipe them with cotton or a clean cloth.

If the universal AC adaptor still does not power the computer, contact your dealer.

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