Testing the Computer
The ThinkPad computer has a test program called PC-Doctor DOS (hereafter called PC-Doctor).
You can detect errors by running the diagnostics test of PC-Doctor.
This section is an overview on detecting the problem.
Refer to 'Product overview' for details that depend on model-unique functions.
To run the test, do the following:
Note: In the following procedure, you can select an item not
only with the arrow keys but also with the TrackPoint.
Instead of pressing Enter, you can click the the left click button.
If the computer cannot be powered on, go to 'Power systems checkout' and check the power sources.
If an error code appears, go to 'Symptom-to-FRU index'.
The following panel appears:
Note: The pull-down menu differs depending on the model.
Note: With some FRUs, especially the system board, the problem might be caused by peripheral FRUs. Verify that each peripheral FRU, such as the flexible cable, has no problem by doing the following:
To see the FRU structure of the each model, refer to 'Product overview'.
The following table lists the options on the test menu:
If you reboot the PC-Doctor from its diskette, the tests cannot be run, because the PC-Doctor
requires the system disk be in the diskette drive.
Please see the LEGAL - Trademark notice.
Diagnostics
Interactive Tests
Run Normal Test
Keyboard
Run Quick Test
Video
CPU/Coprocessor
Internal Speaker
Systemboard
Mouse
Video Adapter
Joystick
Serial Ports
Diskette
Fixed Disks
System Load
Diskette Drives
CD-ROM/DVD
Other Devices
Stereo Speaker
Memory Test - Full
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Memory Test - Quick
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Notes:
Each key should be pressed for at least 2 seconds, otherwise, it cannot be sensed.
Related service information
The PC-Doctor can detect following system information:
Hardware Info:
Utility:
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