Toshiba Tecra 8100 - Manual (Page 144)

9-4 Troubleshooting User's Manual
Tecra 8100 User's Manual – 8100_UK.DOC – ENGLISH – Printed on 13/12/99 as IM8100UK
Self test
When the computer starts up, the self test will be run automatically, and
the following will be displayed:
In Touch with Tomorrow
TOSHIBA
This message remains on the screen for a few seconds.
If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating
system. Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the Hardware Setup
or TSETUP program, the computer tries to load first from drive A then
from drive C, or first from drive C then from drive A.
If any of the following conditions are present, the self test failed:
„ The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or
messages except the Toshiba logo.
„ Random characters appear on the screen, and the system does not
function normally.
„ The screen displays an error message.
Turn off the computer and check all cable connections as well as PC card and
memory module connections. If the test fails again, contact your dealer.
If the following message is displayed, turn off the computer, lock the
SelectBay lock and turn the power back on.
SelectBay lock key is unlocked. Please power off
the machine and lock the SelectBay lock key, then
power on.
Power
When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor, the battery pack is
the primary power source. However, your computer has a number of other
power resources, including intelligent power supply, Real Time Clock
battery and Backup battery. These resources are interrelated and any one
could affect apparent power problems. This section provides check lists
for the AC adaptor and the main battery. If you cannot resolve a problem
after following them, the cause could lie with another power resource. In
such case, contact your dealer.
A memory module must be installed in slot A to start up the system. It will
not start if no memory is installed or if a module is installed in slot B only.