Toshiba A50 - Manual (Page 152)

User’s Manual 9-8
Troubleshooting
Hard disk drive
DVD-ROM drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics
Problem Procedure
Computer does not
boot from hard disk
drive Check if a floppy disk is in the floppy disk drive. If
a floppy disk is inserted, remove it and reboot.
There may be a problem with your operating
system files. Refer to your operating system
documentation.
Slow performance Your files may be fragmented. Run SCANDISK
and defragmenter to check the condition of your
files and disk. Refer to your operating system
documentation or online help for information on
running SCANDISK and the defragmenter.
As a last resort, reformat the hard disk. Then,
reload the operating system and other files.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Problem Procedure
You cannot access a
CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive’s drawer is securely closed.
Press gently until it clicks into place.
Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is
properly seated. It should lie flat with the label
facing up.
A foreign object in the drawer could block laser
light from reading the CD/DVD. Make sure there
is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object.
Check whether the CD/DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe it
with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral
cleaner. Refer to the
Media care section in
Chapter 4 for details on cleaning.