Compaq Armada e500 Compaq Armada E500 Series Reference Guide - Page 164

Solving PC Card Problems Continued Problem Possible Cause Storage PC Card does not work Flash memory cards require the Microsoft Flash File System to be loaded. The card is not formatted. The card is not supported by the computer. Solution Load the Microsoft Flash File System. Format the PC Card as you would a diskette. Call Compaq Customer Support for a current list of Compaq-qualified PC Cards. Solving Power Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Computer turned off while it was left unattended and power/suspend light is off The system initiated Hibernation due to a low battery condition. Connect the computer to an external power source. Charge the battery pack. Computer turned off while unattended, power/suspend light is off, and information was lost Replace the depleted battery pack with a fully charged battery pack. The computer entered Enable Hibernation a low battery condition through Power while Hibernation was Properties after doing disabled. one or more of the following: 1. Connect the computer to an external power source. 2. Charge the battery pack. 3. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged battery pack. 16-22 Troubleshooting