Mini 311 1000ca after pressing on, then few cursors, then small blue window logo, then nothing
after upgrading from xp to 8, went to the hp site to update drivers. to do that it had a link to scan, said it was missing 2 files and prompted me to install them. since then all i have is a black screen flickering screen and an active led for the hard drive. i get a blinking cursor top left, then a smaller light blue windows logo, then nothing. it just flickers between black and off, like it's looking for a file, because the led still flickers
at a loss
downloaded usb bootable program from getintopc, was able to logon.
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Left click on any link in a web page does not open the link. A very small blue window appears with the word loading and a few moving dots. In a few seconds the blue window closes but the link does not open. Links used to open. If I right click the link, I can open the link in a new window. Many new windows pile up. This is a nuisance.
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If it does work in Safe-mode then disable all your extensions and then try to find which is causing it by enabling one at a time until the problem reappears.
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Hence, if the BIOS does not “mount” the WIM in a way that is later fully compatible with access from the 64-bit systems being loaded, it could cause apparent file corruption.
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Of course we know that the Windows Server install disk will not boot and we can be fairly sure that the problem will migrate to any Windows Server USB recovery drive that is created.
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Of course a generated image for a WIM for Windows 2012 USB recovery drive
might not have the flaw that drives this behavior, but it probably would.
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Windows unable to load isStor.sys from floppy after pressing F6 when installing
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RebutsHi,
Thank for the replies.
Got the problem sorted. The problem was it read the floppy on the first instance when you press F6. I was then able to select the drive I wanted to install windows on, and it would format the disk. Then it would look for the files again when installing windows. I discovered that it was the copy of windows I was using that was at fault. I was using a SLIPSTREAMED version of windows and the files needed must have been missing or corrupt. So I just reverted back to using a standard version of windows and all is OK. Got my RAIN up and running now.
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HP Mini 311 - HP Battery Alert - Primary (Internal) Battery (601) - Error Message at Startup
I have a HP Mini 311-1037NR (Product Number is VBM262UA#ABA). My OS is Windows 7 Home Premium.
When I start up my HP Mini 311 I receive the following message:
HP Battery Alert
The system has detected the storage capacity of the battery stated below to be very low. For optimal performance, this battery may need to be replaced.
Primary (Internal) Battery (601)
ENTER - Continue Startup
Here's are my questions:
First of all, what exactly is the problem here? From what I have googled, it would appear the problem is NOT my external battery, but my internal battery. What battery is needing replacement? Does it have a name?
Second, is there a user guide out there that would assist me with the replacement process that someone can provide a link to or at least send me the page that helps me? Is there a YouTube video (even better)?
Third, what exactly is the part number of the battery that needs replacement and exactly where do I purchase it (How much $$ does it cost)? This question is important as I may be able to find out how to replace the battery, but without a way to purchase the replacement battery I'm still dead in the water.
Fourth, my HP Mini 311 just dies when I unplug it. Will a remedy for the above issue remedy this issue as well? I really do enjoy using my little HP Mini, but would prefer to have the option to use it without a power cord.
Thanks in advance for any and all help.
Tim
This question was solved.
View Solution.Hi Tim,
No problem and it's certainly wise to verify an answer.
I'd say you posted your question on the correct board. It's usually best just to post once on the relevant board. I do agree that the term 'internal' does cause unnecessary confusion.
Here's a link to your Maintenance & Service Guide.
Yes, I'm certain that the 601 error code refers to your notebooks main battery ( 602 is a failure code for machines that have a secondary storage cell ). Interestingly, there is no error code generated for a failing rtc battery - or any in built diagnostic test for it, just the usual symptom of the system clock re-setting after each shutdown.
There's also a HP document regarding start-up battery alerts on the following link.
http://h10010.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en&docname=c01443470#N534
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Miix 2 8 wont start after pressing the power button
Hey guys,i have this problem with my miix 2 tablet that whenever i press the power button the tablet goes to sleep but does not wake up agani.i can feel the vibrate by touching the windows logo but nothing happens.then again have try for like 5 mins to wake up the tablet ...i have switched off the hibernate option by command prompt but still the problem exist! if someone knows how to fix this,please tell me!!..i have been using the tablet for like 3 months already..Also i did change the broadcom settings but still the problem remains...Thanks
I got this tablet 10 days ago and have been having the same problem. I think I solved it. It is not just the Broadcom adapter but many more (for example, Bluetooth HID device under HIDs in the device manager) that has the option of "Power Management" under the properties and there is an option called "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" (well, for Broadcom, it is under Advanced. I disabled what is known as Minimum Power Consumption). I hunted for all devices with this power management option and disabled in all of them (Well, the tablet might become more power hungry; I did not do this for the GPS). Now for almost a day, my tablet wakes up whenever I press and release the window button.
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I picked up a brand new in the box mini 311 1000ca yesterday, upgraded to win8. the screen continues to flicker or freeze (on the hp support site) all the time. any ideas, it looks like a great replacement for my mini 100
Most stores have a 14 day return policy which I believe I would take advantage of to exchange the Mini for another. Freezes are often symptom of a hardware issue.
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i was doing the software update to my iphone 4s and my phone died. i pluged it in and when it turned on after the white apple the screen showes the blue itunes logo over the word itunes over an image of a charger. i tried reseting my phone. i cant figure out how to get past this point
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You can take some of the steps here, #4, #5 or even trying a #18
Step by Step to fix your Mac
but I suspect your going to first have to create a data recovery drive
Create a data recovery, undelete boot drive
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See Ogelthorpe's link:
Note: Portable computers that have a battery you should not remove on your own include MacBook Pro (Early 2009) and later, all models of MacBook Air, and MacBook (Late 2009).
Shut down the computer.
Plug in the MagSafe power adapter to a power source, connecting it to the Mac if its not already connected.
On the built-in keyboard, press the (left side) Shift-Control-Option keys and the power button at the same time.
Release all the keys and the power button at the same time.
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Ive just done a restore on my iphone 3gs ios 5.0.1 and when it asks me to put a in my itunes password the email adress in isn't mine and when i press cancel it pops up again with a different email does anyone know why?
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Cannot open Lightroom 5.6 after catalog backup (hour glass appears, then nothing happens)
I found the solution to this from these thread Re: Photoshop CC opens and then closes immediately. What gives? and Re: Photoshop CC Crashes/Closes within seconds of startup
I did it and it works for me So, I think I should share this so people who have faced the same issue as I can give it a try.
Basically, Just uninstall the Photoshop and Creative Cloud, then rename the folder SLCache to SLCache_old. Restart your computer once and then re-install everything again. (CC and PS)
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My first HP Mini 311 experience. (horror story)
Service Order number:
AQB780 - 01
Well this all started the 20th of April when I purchased a 311 from Ecost.com: http://www.ecost.com/Detail.aspx?edp=55 ... =155441519
I then received it on the 22nd, opened it up from the sealed HP box and upon first firing it up while charging the battery, I discovered it was getting very hot. So I downloaded some temp monitor utilities only to find out that it was hovering around 87c on the CPU!! Then upon doing more research on this very site, I found that there is supposed to be a fan working, and clearly mine did not work at all!
I was so mad! So I contacted Ecost to return it and they tell me: "Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for visiting eCOST.com.
We received the request for Return Authorization for the HP Mini 311-1037NR 1.60GHz Intel. Please be advised that we are in strict policy that should you find problems with the HP unit, DOA or defective, you are to contact the Manufacturer (HP) directly."
So I contacted HP and created a support ticket, they shipped me out an overnight fedex box that arrived the next morning, I thought great, this should be quick... I avidly check my Repair Status on HP and they say it will be returned on the 30th of April, only 6 days from when it was received. About 5 days in I notice that my status had not changed, so I called support up and they told me there is a delay on a part and 2 calls later and one request to bump it up to a Case Manager, they update my status to this: "Hewlett-Packard is awaiting the arrival of a part to complete your product repair.
Expected Delivery Date:05/14/2010"
THREE FRIGGIN WEEKS!?!? So today I finally talk to a Case Manager on the phone after returning her call, Nice lady named Jeanette or Jennifer (I think) tells me that there's nothing they can do in terms of shipping me out another refurb/new unit but she will talk to the service department to try and escalate the repair and let them know it is a high priority repair.
So now I'm sitting here, without my Mini, not even 1 hours worth of use, with 10 more days to go ALSO with the chance of it being delayed yet again...
This is ridiculous, how does HP techs miss the fact that the fan is not even working, what kind of half-assed diagnostics do they do???? And how is a simple 20 minute fan replacement job taking over 3 weeks to fix, all because of a backorder.
I really, really hope this case manager pulls through for me.
HP needs to really get their QC in check.
/end rant*FINAL UPDATE!!*
Just got off the phone with Jennifer my case manager, who did an amazing job. I'm getting a brand new HP Mini 311-1037 spec for spec match as my old one send to me in a few days! It's confirmed, the 2 and a half week wait was worth it.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Now I have an extra battery as well And a 1gb stick of DDR 1066 to sell (if anyone is interested)
Hp support was a little gruesome on the wait times, but in the end I am a happy satisfied customer. Thanks HP!
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