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United States January 2, 2003
Maintenance & Service Guide
Presario 1600 Series Portable Computers
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Hard Drive Solutions
Solving Minor Problems
Some minor problems and possible solutions are outlined here. If the
problem appears related to a software application, check the documentation
provided with the software.
Solving Hard Drive Problems
Some common causes and solutions for hard drive problems are listed in the
following table.
CAUTION: To prevent loss of information, always maintain an up-to-date backup of
your hard drive at all times, in case of errors or failures.
Solving Hard Drive Problems
Problem Probable Cause Solution(s)
Reading hard drive takes an
unusually long time after
restarting the computer.
System entered Hibernation
due to low battery condition
and is now exiting from it.
Give the system time to
restore the previously saved
data to its exact state before
Hibernation.
Hard drive error occurs. Hard drive has bad sectors or
has failed.
Run Computer Checkup.
Hard drive does not work. Hard drive is not seated
properly.
Turn off and unplug the
computer, remove the battery
pack, and remove and then
reinstall the hard drive.
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