8-10 TroubleshootingDistorted sound is produced.z Make sure that the volume control is not set too high or too low. In mostcases, a high setting can cause the audio electronics to distort the sound.The sound system does not record.z Adjust the playback or recording sound levels.The external microphone or audio device does not work.z Make sure that the microphone is connected to the proper connector onthe computer.z Click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volumecontrol.z Check the volume control of your computer.Startup ProblemsWhen you turn on the computer, it does not respond and the PowerIndicator does not light green.z If you are using an external AC power, make sure that the AC adapter iscorrectly and securely connected. If so, make sure that the electricaloutlet works properly.z If you are using the battery power, make sure that the battery is notdischarged.z As a protection, the system will not start up if the temperature is toohigh. If this happens, both the Power ( ) and Battery Charge ( )indicators blink green for 10 seconds. Wait till the temperature dropsdown before trying to turn on the system again.z If your model comes with the “HDD preheat” feature, you will not beable to turn on the system when the hard disk drive is being heated.Both the Power ( ) and Battery Charge ( ) indicators blink green atthe same time to indicate the heater is on. Wait till the heating isfinished.
