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Eurocom X8 User Manual

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Troubleshooting

8 - 8 Problems and Possible Solutions

8

The computer feels too hot.

Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent/Fan intakes are not

blocked. If this doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn

it off for an hour. Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface (see

“Overheating” on page 1 - 30

/

1 - 31

). Make sure you’re using the correct

adapter.

Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a

travel bag (or any such container). Putting a notebook which is powered on in a

travel bag may cause the Vent/Fan intakes to be blocked.

Nothing appears

on screen.

The system is in a power saving mode

. Toggle the sleep/resume key

combination, Fn + F4 (see

“Configuring the Power Buttons” on page 3 - 9

).

The screen controls need to be adjusted.

Toggle the screen control key

combinations Fn + F8/F9. If you’re connected to an external monitor, make sure

it’s plugged in and turned on. You should also check the monitor’s own

brightness and contrast controls.

The computer is set for a different display.

Toggle the screen display key

combination, Fn + F7. If an external monitor is connected, turn it on.

The screen saver is activated.

Press any key or touch the TouchPad.

No image appears on the external
monitor

I have plugged in and powered

on.

You haven’t installed the video driver and configured it appropriately from the
Control Panel.

See

Appendix C

for instructions on installing and configuring

the video driver.

Problem

Possible Cause - Solution