Compaq 2100 Personal Computer User Manual


 
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Battery and Power Troubleshooting Continued
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The device does not
auto-suspend when
connected to a
computer or using a
modem.
The device is designed
to stay turned on when
connected to a
computer.
No action required.
The device turns off
before the auto-
suspend timeout.
The device initiated a
safety shutdown due
to a critical low battery
condition.
Replace the main battery,
recharge the main
battery, or connect the
device to AC power. Turn
on the device.
The device shuts
down when a
CompactFlash card is
in use.
The CompactFlash
card drains too much
power from the main
battery.
Remove the
CompactFlash card.
Connect the device to AC
power and reinsert the
CompactFlash card. For
more information on using
CompactFlash cards, see
Chapter 12,
"CompactFlash Cards."
Battery life is very
short.
You are using the
device in ways that
drain the battery
quickly.
Change the way you use
the device. See
"Conserving Battery
Power" in Chapter 3, for
information on extending
the battery life.
Continued