2 Troubleshooting Procedures
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2.8 Display Troubleshooting
This section describes how to determine if the computer’s display is functioning properly.
Start with Procedure 1 and continue with the other procedures as instructed.
Procedure 1: Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check
Procedure 2: Connector Check and Cable Check
Procedure 3: Replacement Check
Procedure 1 Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check
The Display Test program is stored on the computer’s Diagnostics disk. This program checks
the display controller on the system board. Insert the Diagnostics disk in the USB floppy disk
drive, turn on the computer and run the test. Refer to Chapter 3, Tests and Diagnostics for
details. If an error is detected, go to Procedure 3.
Procedure 2 Connector Check and Cable Check
The LCD module is connected to the system board by an LCD/FL cable. The FL inverter
board is also connected to the system board by an LCD/FL cable. The connectors may be
disconnected from the system board or may be damaged. Disassemble the computer
following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures.
If the connection is loose, reconnect firmly and restart the computer. If there is still an error,
go to Procedure 3.