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Chapter 4
Abnormal Video Display
If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1.
Reboot the computer.
2.
If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and
should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 44.
3.
If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD
is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 44.
4.
Adjust the brightness to its highest level. See the User Manual for instructions on adjusting settings.
NOTE:
Ensure that the computer is not running on battery alone as this may reduce display brightness.
If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See
“Disassembly Process” on page 44.
5.
Check the display resolution is correctly configured:
a.
Minimize or close all Windows.
b.
If display size is only abnormal in an application, check the view settings and control/mouse wheel
zoom feature in the application.
c.
If desktop display resolution is not normal, right-click on the desktop and select
Personalize
´
Display Settings
.
d.
Click and drag the Resolution slider to the desired resolution.
e.
Click
Apply
and check the display. Readjust if necessary.
6.
Roll back the video driver to the previous version if updated.
7.
Remove and reinstall the video driver.
8.
Check the Device Manager to determine that:
•
The device is properly installed. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks.
•
There are no device conflicts.
•
No hardware is listed under Other Devices.
9.
If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 179.
10.
Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts.
11.
If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 179.
Random Loss of BIOS Settings
If the computer is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following actions one at a
time to correct the problem.
1.
If the computer is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery.
2.
Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free.
3.
If the computer is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss, disconnect and reconnect the power
and data cables between devices.
If the BIOS settings are still lost, replace the cables.
4.
If HDD information is missing from the BIOS, the drive may be defective and should be replaced.
5.
Replace the Motherboard.
6.
If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 179.
Summary of Contents for TravelMate 4730 Series
Page 6: ...VI ...
Page 10: ...X Table of Contents ...
Page 14: ...4 Chapter 1 System Block Diagram ...
Page 34: ...24 Chapter 1 ...
Page 52: ...42 Chapter 2 ...
Page 60: ...50 Chapter 3 7 Remove the WLAN cover as shown ...
Page 95: ...Chapter 3 85 7 Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard ...
Page 114: ...104 Chapter 3 3 Connect the RJ 11 cable to the modem module as shown ...
Page 118: ...108 Chapter 3 2 Replace the two securing screws ...
Page 122: ...112 Chapter 3 2 Connect the seven cables on the mainboard as shown B C D E F G A ...
Page 128: ...118 Chapter 3 3 Turn the computer over and replace the five securing screws ...
Page 175: ...Chapter 6 165 ...
Page 184: ...Appendix A 174 ...
Page 188: ...178 Appendix B ...
Page 190: ...180 Appendix C ...
Page 193: ...183 Wireless Function Failure 136 WLAN Board 52 ...
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