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The hard disk password
prompt appears.
A hard disk password is set. To use the computer, type the password and
press Enter. If you still see the same error message, have the computer
serviced.
Hibernation error The system configuration changed between the time your computer entered
hibernation mode and the time it left this mode, and your computer cannot
resume normal operation.
v Restore the system configuration to what it was before your computer
entered hibernation mode.
v If the memory size has been changed, re-create the hibernation file.
Operating system not
found.
Verify the following:
v The hard disk drive is correctly installed.
v A startable diskette is in the diskette drive
If you still see the same error message, check the boot sequence, using the
BIOS Setup Utility.
Fan error The cooling fan has failed. Have the computer serviced.
EMM386 Not Installed—
Unable to SET Page
Frame Base Address
Edit C:\CONFIG.SYS and change a line from
device=C:\WINDOWS\EMM386.EXE RAM
to
device=C:\WINDOWS\EMM386.EXE NOEMS
and save this file.
UNSUPPPORTED
MEMORY
CONFIGURATION:
Maximum memory size
256MB. Shut down
computer and remove
extra memory.
If this message is issued, the memory module you have installed exceeds
the capacity of your computer. The computer supports a memory size of
equal or less than 256MB. Shut down the system and remove the installed
Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM).
CardBus Configuration
Error—Device Disabled
Press F1 to go to the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Press F9 and then Enter to
load the default setting.
Press F10 and then Enter to restart the system.
Errors without messages
Problem: When I turn on the machine, nothing appears on the screen and the
machine does not beep while starting up.
Note: If you are not sure whether you heard any beeps, turn off the
computer; then turn it on again, and listen again. If you are using an
external monitor, refer to External monitor problems.
Solving computer problems
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