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The motor does not Docking mechanism sled 1. Ensure that the
engage and no beep is is not interrupting the external options
emitted. computer-present sensor. door on the rear
panel of the
computer is open.
2. Ensure that the
computer-present
sensor is vertical.
Ensure that the
flag on the docking
mechanism sled goes
past the center of
the sensor when the
mechanism is pushed
all the way back.
If required, gently
bend the sensor
toward the vertical
position or toward
the front of the
expansion base to
bring it closer to
the sled.
3. Verify that
computer-present
sensor is
functioning
properly by
inserting a thin
object into the
sensor from the top
of the expansion
base. If the
docking mechanism
starts, replace the
docking mechanism.
If nothing happens,
replace the
expansion base
system board.
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Problem Probable Cause Recommended Action(s)
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Defective docking Replace the docking
mechanism. mechanism.
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The motor does not The expansion base is Ensure that the
engage but there is an locked. keylock is unlocked
immediate beep. and that the keylock
switch on the top
cover is not stuck. If
the keylock switch is
stuck or appears to be
defective, replace the
eject switch cable
harness. *
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The computer is on or in Turn off the computer
Standby while attempting before docking.
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