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Message Solution
1810: Hard disk partition
layout error
A problem in recognizing the layout of the partition on the hard disk has
halted the computer startup. Either the IBM Predesktop Area has been
deleted, or the hard disk contains corrupt data. To try to restart your
computer, complete one of the following:
v If the IBM Predesktop Area has been deleted
1. Press F1 to open the IBM BIOS Setup Utility.
2. Select Security –> IBM Predesktop Area–> Access IBM Predesktop
Area.
3. Set this item to Disabled.
4. Save and exit.
v If the above fails
1. Press Enter.
2. Click RECOVER TO FACTRY CONTENTS and follow on-screen
instructions.
Note: This will permanently erase the entire contents of the hard disk,
and then install software preinstalled by IBM.
Press F1 to open BIOS Setup, or Enter to start the IBM Predesktop Area.
If the computer still does not start, call the IBM HelpCenter. Telephone
numbers are under “Calling IBM” on page 38
The power-on password
prompt
A power-on password or a supervisor password is set. Type the password
and press Enter to use the computer. If the power-on password is not
accepted, a supervisor password might have been set. Type the supervisor
password and press Enter. If you still see the same error message, have the
computer serviced.
The hard disk password
prompt
A hard disk password is set. Type the password and press Enter to use the
computer.
If you still see the same error message, have the computer serviced.
Hibernation error The system configuration changed between the time your computer entered
hibernation mode and the time it left this mode, and your computer cannot
resume normal operation.
v Restore the system configuration to what it was before your computer
entered hibernation mode.
v If the memory size has been changed, re-create the hibernation file.
Operating system not
found.
Verify the following:
v The hard disk drive is correctly installed.
v A startable diskette is in the diskette drive
If you still see the same error message, check the boot sequence, using the
IBM BIOS Setup Utility.
Fan error The cooling fan has failed. Have the computer serviced.
Solving computer problems
14
ThinkPad
®
G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide
- ThinkPad 1
- G40 Series 1
- Important Notice for Users 5
- © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 v 7
- Contents 9
- Features..............3 11
- Specifications ............5 11
- Your ThinkPad at a glance 12
- Features 13
- Specifications 15
- © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 9 19
- Solving computer problems 20
- Diagnosing problems 20
- Troubleshooting 21
- Error messages 21
- Errors without messages 25
- A password problem 26
- A power switch problem 27
- Keyboard problems 27
- Computer screen problems 30
- Battery problems 33
- Hard disk drive problems 33
- Startup problems 34
- Other problems 37
- Starting BIOS Setup Utility 39
- Replacing the hard disk drive 42
- Replacing the battery 45
- Calling IBM ............38 47
- Getting help and service 48
- Getting help on the Web 48
- Calling IBM 48
- Getting help around the world 51
- © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 43 53
- 44 ThinkPad 54
- Modem safety information 56
- 46 ThinkPad 56
- Laser compliance statement 57
- 48 ThinkPad 58
- Wireless Interoperability 59
- 50 ThinkPad 60
- Warranty Period 61
- Warranty service and support 61
- Before you call for service 62
- Calling for service 62
- 52 ThinkPad 62
- Part 1 - General Terms 63
- 54 ThinkPad 64
- Part 2 - Country-unique Terms 66
- 56 ThinkPad 66
- 58 ThinkPad 68
- 60 ThinkPad 70
- 62 ThinkPad 72
- 64 ThinkPad 74
- Appendix D. Notices 75
- Electronic emission notices 76
- 66 ThinkPad 76
- Appendix D. Notices 67 77
- Product notice requirements 78
- 68 ThinkPad 78
- Trademarks 79
- 70 ThinkPad 80
- Appendix D. Notices 71 81
- 72 ThinkPad 82
- Appendix D. Notices 73 83
- 74 ThinkPad 84
- Appendix D. Notices 75 85
- 76 ThinkPad 86
- Appendix D. Notices 77 87
- 78 ThinkPad 88
- Appendix D. Notices 79 89
- 80 ThinkPad 90
- Appendix D. Notices 81 91
- 82 ThinkPad 92
- 84 ThinkPad 94
- Part Number: 92P1534 96
- (1P) P/N: 92P1534 96
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