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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.
CardBus Configuration
Error - Device Disabled
Go to BIOS Setup Utility. Press F9 and then Enter to load the default setting.
Press F10 and then Enter to restart the system.
Thermal sensing error The thermal sensor is not functioning correctly. Have the computer serviced.
Authentification of
system services failed.
Press <Esc> to resume.
The IBM Predesktop Area in the HDD is broken. To use the IBM Predesktop
Area, get a Recovery CD, and recover the IBM Predesktop Area using it.
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 “Computer screen problems” on page
24.
Solution:
If a power-on password is set, press any key to display the power-on
password prompt, and then type the correct password and press Enter.
Solving computer problems
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