Compaq LTE 5000 Laptop User Manual


 
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13-16 Troubleshooting
Writer: Betty Fessenden - Saved by: BLF - Saved date: 6/14/96
Part Number: 213660-001 - File name: CH13
Solving Power Problems
Also see "Solving Battery and Battery Gauge Problems" in this
chapter.
Problem Probable Cause Solution(s)
Computer will not
turn on.
Computer is not connected to a
power source.
Insert a battery pack or connect
an external power source.
Battery pack in computer is
discharged.
Insert a fully charged battery
pack or connect an external
power source.
Power cords to the external
power source are unplugged.
Ensure that power cords
connecting the computer and the
external power source are
plugged in properly.
The Computer
turned off while it
was left unattended
and the status panel
is off.
Computer initiated
Hibernation after a preset
timeout.
Computer initiated Hibernation
because of a critical low-battery
condition.
Turn on the computer
Replace the battery pack with a
fully charged battery pack or
connect an external power source.
Then turn on the computer..
Computer initiated
Suspend
automatically or
turned off
automatically when
it was docked in the
expansion base.
The maximum operating
temperature was exceeded.
Fan may be blocked, causing
computer to exceed the
maximum operating
temperature.
Computer is in an exceedingly hot
environment and the fan was not
able to cool it adequately. Let the
computer cool down, then turn it
on again.
Make sure the ventilation intake
and exhaust are not obstructed. If
problem persists, contact your
Compaq authorized service
provider.