Troubleshooting - Sony Vaio PCG-FX801 Instruction & Operation Manual

Getting help

Troubleshooting

This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your notebook.
Many problems have simple solutions. Please try these suggestions before contacting VAIO-Link.
About the computer and software
About the display
About CDs and floppy disks
About sound
About the modem
About peripherals
About digital video captures and DVgate
About power management
About the computer and software
My computer does not start
Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on.
Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer indicates that the power is on.
Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged.
Make sure there is no disk in the floppy disk drive.
Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly.
If you have plugged the computer into a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), make sure the UPS is
turned on and works.
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