Apple Desktop - Solving Problems; Common Computer Problems and Symptoms

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1 Solving Problems
Problems
Computer Won’t Start Up
Computer won’t start up
m Make Sure Your Computer Is Getting Power (p. 14)
m Make Sure the Monitor Is Properly Connected and Adjusted (p. 15)
m Make Sure External Equipment Is Properly Connected and Turned On (p. 15)
m Increase the Memory Available for System Software (p. 18)
m Make Sure You’re Using the Correct Disk as the Startup Disk (p. 19)
m Resolve System Extension Conflicts (p. 20)
m Reset the PRAM (p. 22)
m Make Sure Memory and Expansion Cards Are Installed Correctly (p. 22)
m Replace the Computer’s Backup Battery (p. 23)
Unusual sound occurs when you try to start up the computer
m Make Sure External Equipment Is Properly Connected and Turned On (p. 15)
m Make Sure Memory and Expansion Cards Are Installed Correctly (p. 22)
m See Chapter 3, “Testing and Repairing Your Hard Disk,” on page 27.
Computer Won’t Restart
m Quit Open Applications (p. 13)
m Force Your Computer to Restart (p. 13)
Computer Won’t Shut Down
m Force Your Computer to Shut Down (p. 14)