HP Pavilion zt1100 HP Pavilion Notebook PC ZT1000 Series and Omnibook Noteboo - Page 49

Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Techniques If the notebook keeps beeping ? ? The notebook beeps repeatedly when battery power is low (you can set this option in Power Options in Control Panel). Save your work, turn off the notebook immediately, and insert a charged battery or plug in the AC adapter. If the battery doesn't charge ? ? Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the power source and the notebook, and that the light on the adapter is on. ? ? If you're using a power strip, remove the AC adapter from the power strip and plug it directly into a wall outlet. ? ? Make sure the battery is fully installed and locked in place. ? ? Move the notebook away from any nearby heat source. Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery to cool down. If the battery gets too hot, it will not charge properly. ? ? If available, try another battery and AC adapter. Startup Problems If the notebook doesn't respond when you turn it on ? ? Connect the AC adapter. ? ? Reset the notebook by using a pen or straightened paper clip to press the reset switch on the back of the notebook. Then press the power button to turn the notebook on. ? ? Don't use the touch pad while booting or resuming. ? ? If the notebook still doesn't respond, remove the battery and AC adapter, and remove any PC Card. Then reset the notebook using the reset switch on the back of the notebook, replace the battery and plug in the AC adapter, and turn on the notebook by pressing the power button. ? ? If you still get no response, call HP for assistance. If the notebook won't boot from battery power ? ? Make sure the battery is properly inserted and fully charged. Check the battery's charge by clicking the power icon in the taskbar, or using Power Options in Control Panel. ? ? If available, try another battery. Startup Guide 49