65Problem ChecklistFirst check the items in the following list. If these items don't help, see the table that followsthe list.• Power to the notebook is on.• The AC power outlet to which your AC adaptor is connected is working. Test the outlet byplugging in a lamp or other electrical device.• All cables are tightly connected.• The display setting is configured correctly.• The display brightness control is adjusted properly.• If using battery power, check that the battery pack is properly inserted and fully charged.Problem ResolutionThe notebookdoes not poweronIf you are operating the notebook with battery power, check that the batterypack is correctly inserted. Attach the AC adaptor to recharge the battery.If you have the AC adaptor attached, check that you are using a working ACpower outlet.LCD screen isdark and blankPower-saving mode has shut off the backlight. Press a keyboard key.The built-in LCD may not be selected. Press specific function key once ortwice to select the LCD video mode.Screen brightness needs adjustment. Use the specific functions keys.The notebook entered Standby mode due to low battery power. Plug in theAC adaptor before resuming operation.Battery powerdoes not lastlongUse power-saving modes.For more information, please refer to: Windows Vista ® OperatingSystem Introduction → Managing System Power in thisElectronic User’s Guide.Page31Fully charge and discharge the battery several times to recondition it.Replace the battery.For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NECVERSA → Using the Battery ; andPage21Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Replacing the Battery in thisElectronic User’s Guide.Page23Information onthe LCD isdifficult to seeUse the specific functions keys to adjust the brightness control.Tilt the LCD screen slightly forward or backward.An optionalcomponent doesnot workMake sure the component is securely installed or connected.Refer to the optional component documentation.TheStandby/Resumefunction doesnot work.If the notebook does not enter Standby mode, a disk drive might be busy.Wait until the disk drive stops and try again.If notebook does not resume, it may have auto suspended on a low battery.Attach the AC adaptor and try again.