Sony VGN-FE31ZR - Manual (Page 6)

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Troubleshooting
Computer
What should I do if my computer does not start?
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Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on.
Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on.
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Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged.
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Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty.
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If your computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS),
make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on.
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If you are using an external display, make sure it is plugged into a power source and
turned on. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See
the manual that came with your display for more information.
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Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Wait three to five minutes.
Reattach the AC adapter and reinstall the battery pack, and press the power button to
turn on your computer.
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Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction. If this occurs, do not use the
computer for at least one hour.
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Remove any extra memory modules you may have inserted since purchase.
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Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. For your safety, use only
genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters, which are supplied by
Sony for your VAIO computer.
What should I do if a BIOS error appears when I turn on my
computer?
If the message “Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to setup” appears at the bottom of your
computer screen, follow these steps:
1 Press the F2 key.
The BIOS setup screen appears.
2 Set the date (month/day/year). Press the Enter key.
3 Press the
m
key to select System Time, and then set the time (hour: minute: second).
Press the Enter key.
4 Press the
,
key to select the Exit tab.
5 Press the F9 key; or select Load Setup Defaults and press the Enter key.
The message Load default configuration now? or Load Setup Defaults (Y/N)?
appears.
6 Select Yes, and press the Enter key.
7 Select Exit (Save Changes) or Exit Setup, and press the Enter key.
The message Save configuration changes and exit now? appears.
8 Select Yes, and press the Enter key.
Your computer restarts.
If this occurs frequently, contact VAIO-Link.