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If Something Goes Wrong
Resolving a hardware conflict
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Memory problems
Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause
errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile
checking for these first:
1 Click Start, then click Turn off computer.
2 Click Turn Off.
The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer
automatically.
3 Remove the memory module.
4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions
in “Adding memory” on page 46, and making sure it is
seated properly.
5 Check for the error again.
6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely
and check for the error again.
If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the
memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without the
memory module installed, the error is not caused by the
memory module.
TECHICAL NOTE: You must have a least one memory module
installed for the computer to work.
Power and the batteries
Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and
power cable or from the system batteries (main battery and
real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are
interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable
will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries.
Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: