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The screen is difficult to read -
The display resolution should at least be set to at least1024x768 for optimal viewing.
1. Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click the Display icon.
2. Under the Settings page, set screen resolution to at least 1024x768 and choose at least 256 colors.
The screen flickers -
It is normal if the display flickers a few times during shutting down or powering up.
Keyboard and Mouse Problems
The built-in touch pad performs erratically -
Make sure there is no excess perspiration or humidity on your hand when using the touch pad. Keep the surface of the
touch pad clean and dry.
Do not rest your palm or wrist on the surface of the touch pad while typing or using the touch pad.
The built-in keyboard accepts no input -
If you are connecting an external keyboard to the system, the built-in keyboard may not work.
Try restarting the system.
The characters on the screen repeat while I type.
You may be holding the keys down too long while you’re typing.
Keep the keyboard clean. Dust and dirt under the keys could cause them to stick.
Configure the keyboard to wait longer before the auto repeat feature starts. To adjust this feature, Go to [Start > Settings
> Control Panel], and double-click the Keyboard icon. A dialogue box shows up with the adjustable settings for the
keyboard.
CMOS Battery Problem
A message “CMOS Checksum Failure” displays during the booting process or the time (clock) resets
when booting -
Try to reboot the system.
If the message “CMOS Checksum Failure” appears during the booting procedure even after rebooting, it may indicate
failure of the CMOS battery. If so, you need to replace the battery. This battery normally lasts two to five years. The battery
is of type CR2032 (3V). You may replace it by yourself. The battery is located under the System Device Cover on the bottom
of the notebook.
Memory Problems
The POST does not show an increased memory capacity when you have already installed additional
memory -
Certain brands of memory module may not be compatible with your system. You should ask your vendor for a list of
compatible DIMM.
The memory module may not be installed properly. Go back to Chapter 4 to review the details of this operation.
The memory module may be defective.
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