User's Manual

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Section 7. Troubleshooting
77-0001-004 15 November 1999
Operational Problems
The computer shuts off unexpectedly
The computer has suspended automatically. Press the POWER
button to turn it back on.
The battery may be critically low. Connect external power to
charge the battery, or replace the battery with a charged one.
The computer wont turn on
The battery may not be installed properly, or it may not be fully
charged. Make sure a fully charged battery is properly installed.
Connect external power to charge the battery if it is not charged.
If you are using the AC Adapter, check the electrical outlet you
are using to make sure it is working properly. Also check to
make sure the AC Adapter LED is lit, which indicates it is
receiving power.
Try restarting the system by pressing the POWER button for at
least ten seconds and then releasing it.
The computer suspends too quickly
Extend the auto-suspend time from the Start Menu by tapping
Settings, Control Panel, and then double-tap the Power icon.
Select the Power Off tab and enter a different time from the list.
CAUTION Extending the auto-suspend duration will decrease
the battery life on your T5200 computer.