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... . . 64 Japanese VCCI Class B statement . . . . 65 EU WEEE Statements 65 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 iii Upgrading and replacing devices 33 Replacing the battery 33 Upgrading the hard disk drive 34 Replacing memory 37 ...Chapter 6. Solving computer problems . . 7 Frequently asked questions 7 Entering the BIOS Setup Utility 8 Diagnosing problems 9 Diagnosing problems using PC-Doctor from the service partition ... the fingerprint reader . . . . . 5 Cleaning the cover of your ThinkPad computer 3 Important tips 3 Be careful about where and how you work 3 Be gentle with the...
... . . 64 Japanese VCCI Class B statement . . . . 65 EU WEEE Statements 65 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 iii Upgrading and replacing devices 33 Replacing the battery 33 Upgrading the hard disk drive 34 Replacing memory 37 ...Chapter 6. Solving computer problems . . 7 Frequently asked questions 7 Entering the BIOS Setup Utility 8 Diagnosing problems 9 Diagnosing problems using PC-Doctor from the service partition ... the fingerprint reader . . . . . 5 Cleaning the cover of your ThinkPad computer 3 Important tips 3 Be careful about where and how you work 3 Be gentle with the...
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...: Restart the system. Turn off the computer, and then turn it by pressing Enter. 6. If you have set a supervisor password, the BIOS Setup Utility menu appears after you need to restore the settings to their original state as follows: 1. v Startup: Set the startup device. For...on page 45 of data, back up , immediately press F1 to load manufacture default or user defaults settings or discard the changes. 8 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide For more information, see Appendix A, "Warranty information," on again. 3. If the item has a ...
...: Restart the system. Turn off the computer, and then turn it by pressing Enter. 6. If you have set a supervisor password, the BIOS Setup Utility menu appears after you need to restore the settings to their original state as follows: 1. v Startup: Set the startup device. For...on page 45 of data, back up , immediately press F1 to load manufacture default or user defaults settings or discard the changes. 8 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide For more information, see Appendix A, "Warranty information," on again. 3. If the item has a ...
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... condition may indicate a defective memory module. 8102: Parity Error Fatal Memory Parity Error. device or Insert Boot Media in A: The BIOS attempted to boot from the A: drive, but was unable to correct single-bit errors that is displayed by broken or Initialization with ... systems using ECC enabled memory modules. This may indicate a problem with non-specified GMCH. This is present. 8203: A: Drive Error The BIOS attempted to properly configure the device. Solving computer problems 11 This may occur from a particular device. A multiple bit corruption of memory over ...
... condition may indicate a defective memory module. 8102: Parity Error Fatal Memory Parity Error. device or Insert Boot Media in A: The BIOS attempted to boot from the A: drive, but was unable to correct single-bit errors that is displayed by broken or Initialization with ... systems using ECC enabled memory modules. This may indicate a problem with non-specified GMCH. This is present. 8203: A: Drive Error The BIOS attempted to properly configure the device. Solving computer problems 11 This may occur from a particular device. A multiple bit corruption of memory over ...
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... and Replace A S.M.A.R.T. capable hard disk sends this message when it detects an imminent failure. Capable and Status BAD A S.M.A.R.T. S.M.A.R.T. The BIOS has detected software attempting to write to the NVRAM block. This is a fatal error, often indicating a problem with system hardware. 8503:....S.M.A.R.T. S.M.A.R.T. If the BIOS detects possible virus activity, it will prompt the user. Message Solution 8207: NO ROM BASIC This message occurs on some systems when no FLASH part (System uses a PROM or EPROM). 12 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and...
... and Replace A S.M.A.R.T. capable hard disk sends this message when it detects an imminent failure. Capable and Status BAD A S.M.A.R.T. S.M.A.R.T. The BIOS has detected software attempting to write to the NVRAM block. This is a fatal error, often indicating a problem with system hardware. 8503:....S.M.A.R.T. S.M.A.R.T. If the BIOS detects possible virus activity, it will prompt the user. Message Solution 8207: NO ROM BASIC This message occurs on some systems when no FLASH part (System uses a PROM or EPROM). 12 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and...
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...error. 8509: Static Resource Two or more Static Devices are invalid. In this error is low. This may indicate a problem with an outdated BIOS. It could not initialize the Master Interrupt Controller. This causes POST to clear the NVRAM data. 8506: Resource Conflict More than one system ...2 of the 8254 timer. Chapter 3. Solving computer problems 13 The message is installed in a motherboard with system hardware. 850F: Refresh timer BIOS POST found that the Low CMOS battery needs to be Date/Time Not Set resolved by readjusting the system time in AMIBIOS Setup. 8601: CMOS...
...error. 8509: Static Resource Two or more Static Devices are invalid. In this error is low. This may indicate a problem with an outdated BIOS. It could not initialize the Master Interrupt Controller. This causes POST to clear the NVRAM data. 8506: Resource Conflict More than one system ...2 of the 8254 timer. Chapter 3. Solving computer problems 13 The message is installed in a motherboard with system hardware. 850F: Refresh timer BIOS POST found that the Low CMOS battery needs to be Date/Time Not Set resolved by readjusting the system time in AMIBIOS Setup. 8601: CMOS...
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.... This may occur for both Supervisor and User password verification. 8709: Unknown BIOS error. A reset or power cycle is locked. This error can be resolved by the BIOS. 14 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide This error can typically be resolved by... a program other than the BIOS or that the CMOS is pressed during the BIOS POST. This message appears after a fatal ...
.... This may occur for both Supervisor and User password verification. 8709: Unknown BIOS error. A reset or power cycle is locked. This error can be resolved by the BIOS. 14 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide This error can typically be resolved by... a program other than the BIOS or that the CMOS is pressed during the BIOS POST. This message appears after a fatal ...
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... to POST error or POST message. If a blank screen the problem persists, contact the administrator. Solving computer problems 15 USB Host Controller! 8802: Warning! the BIOS. 8900: Not enough This message is ported with error codes Refer to indicate that EHCI controller is displayed when the power requirements of the This...
... to POST error or POST message. If a blank screen the problem persists, contact the administrator. Solving computer problems 15 USB Host Controller! 8802: Warning! the BIOS. 8900: Not enough This message is ported with error codes Refer to indicate that EHCI controller is displayed when the power requirements of the This...
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... computer. Solution: v If you forget your power-on password, you forget your hard disk password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have that password canceled. Memory problems Problem: Your memory is installed ...cannot startup Windows, use PC-Doctor from the HDD. Check for Windows. Solution: 1. Verify that the latest BIOS for parts and service. 18 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be necessary to remove ...
... computer. Solution: v If you forget your power-on password, you forget your hard disk password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have that password canceled. Memory problems Problem: Your memory is installed ...cannot startup Windows, use PC-Doctor from the HDD. Check for Windows. Solution: 1. Verify that the latest BIOS for parts and service. 18 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be necessary to remove ...
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When the ThinkPad logo comes up . To save the change, press F10. Problem: When you start up your computer as follows: 1. Select Startup, and press Enter. 4. Select Boot, and press Enter. 5. Solution: You may need to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 3. Select Yes and press Enter. Solving computer problems 27 Turn off the...
When the ThinkPad logo comes up . To save the change, press F10. Problem: When you start up your computer as follows: 1. Select Startup, and press Enter. 4. Select Boot, and press Enter. 5. Solution: You may need to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 3. Select Yes and press Enter. Solving computer problems 27 Turn off the...
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...the system starts up , immediately press the Lenovo Care button, F11, or Enter key. Before restoring the system, initialize the settings of time depends on the screen. 30 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Enter BIOS Setup Utility. 2. Restoring the factory contents... and press Enter. 3. Click Full Restore and follow the instructions on again. 3. When the ThinkPad logo comes up from the service partition 1. Make sure that in the BIOS Setup Utility the startup sequence is enclosed with your operating system. 2. The computer will be installed...
...the system starts up , immediately press the Lenovo Care button, F11, or Enter key. Before restoring the system, initialize the settings of time depends on the screen. 30 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Enter BIOS Setup Utility. 2. Restoring the factory contents... and press Enter. 3. Click Full Restore and follow the instructions on again. 3. When the ThinkPad logo comes up from the service partition 1. Make sure that in the BIOS Setup Utility the startup sequence is enclosed with your operating system. 2. The computer will be installed...
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To make sure that the SO-DIMM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1. Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 3. The "Installed memory" item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer. Chapter 5. Upgrading and replacing devices 43 Turn on the computer. 2. ThinkPad SL 500: 3 1 1 1 2 12. Reinstall the battery. 13. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to the computer.
To make sure that the SO-DIMM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1. Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 3. The "Installed memory" item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer. Chapter 5. Upgrading and replacing devices 43 Turn on the computer. 2. ThinkPad SL 500: 3 1 1 1 2 12. Reinstall the battery. 13. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to the computer.
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...problem sources v Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade v Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers v Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) v Installation and maintenance of operation, 46 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and ...Troubleshooting Guide When calling for technical assistance, please have the following items are not covered: v Replacement or use of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that you have downloaded the ...
...problem sources v Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade v Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers v Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) v Installation and maintenance of operation, 46 ThinkPad® SL300, SL400, and SL500 Service and ...Troubleshooting Guide When calling for technical assistance, please have the following items are not covered: v Replacement or use of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that you have downloaded the ...
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Index A AC adapter troubleshooting 25 Access Help 1, 7, 10 B battery replacing 33 troubleshooting 25 BIOS Setup Utility 8 initializing 30 C carrying the computer 4 cleaning computer cover 5 computer display 6 keyboard 6 computer display cleaning ... troubleshooting 26 upgrading 34 help and service 45 hibernation mode troubleshooting 20 I important instructions v important tips 3 K keyboard cleaning 6 troubleshooting 19 L Lenovo Care 2 Lenovo Care button 1, 2 M memory replacing 37 troubleshooting 18 modem connection 4 N negative ions 3 notices 61 electronic emissions 62 EU environmental 65 Export ...
Index A AC adapter troubleshooting 25 Access Help 1, 7, 10 B battery replacing 33 troubleshooting 25 BIOS Setup Utility 8 initializing 30 C carrying the computer 4 cleaning computer cover 5 computer display 6 keyboard 6 computer display cleaning ... troubleshooting 26 upgrading 34 help and service 45 hibernation mode troubleshooting 20 I important instructions v important tips 3 K keyboard cleaning 6 troubleshooting 19 L Lenovo Care 2 Lenovo Care button 1, 2 M memory replacing 37 troubleshooting 18 modem connection 4 N negative ions 3 notices 61 electronic emissions 62 EU environmental 65 Export ...