TANDY 2500 RSX  (250-1620/1621)      Troubleshooting    Faxback Doc. # 1889

This section provides checklists to help correct problems you might
encounter while using your computer.

Blank Screen:

* Are all system cord plugged in securely?
* Is the computer turned on?
* Is the monitor turned on?
* Do you need to adjust the monitor brightness and/or contrast?
* Are all jumpers and switches set correctly?

No Keyboard Action:

* Is the keyboard cord plugged securely?
* Is the computer turned on?

No Sound:

* Is the volume control properly adjusted?
* Is your software set to enable sound?

Setup Problems:

* Are the system cords plugged in securely?
* Are the expansion adapter properly seated?
* Are all jumpers and switches set correctly?
* Is all hardware information entered with the setup utility correct?
* Is the battery properly installed?
* If you have a hard drive, is it properly configured?

Options not Working:

* Is the option expansion adapter properly seated?
* Are the system cords plugged in securely?
* Are all jumpers and switches set correctly?
* Did you execute the setup utility after installing the option?
* Was all hardware information entered with the setup utility correct?
* Is the CPU clock speed set correctly?

No Printer Response:

* Check the printer control and cable connections.
* Check that the port is enabled in setup.
* Check that the printer is ready (on-line/off-line control).
* Check paper and ribbon positions.
* Check that the application program you are using is set up for us with
  your printer type. (Refer to the application program and printer
  documentation.)