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    computer restarts when jolted

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Dr.Sam Poni, Aug 5, 2008.

  1. Dr.Sam Poni

    Dr.Sam Poni Notebook Guru

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    I have a T61 and I DON'T have the Active protection system (APS) installed. When I am using the computer on my lap and move it a little bit around, it restarts. I am wondering if the computer senses the motion even without the APS installed.
    What could be the other reasons for it?
    Also, why can't I search the forums? Whats up with that?
    Thanks for your help.

    Dr.Sam
     
    Dr.Sam Poni, Aug 5, 2008
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    djh01 Notebook Consultant

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    Do you hear any noise when you jolt or rattle it?
     
    djh01, Aug 5, 2008
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    Dr.Sam Poni Notebook Guru

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    no, no noise. I called a lenovo tech rep in Atlanta and he said that its the APS protecting the hard drive even though its not installed. Another rep said that APS doesn't work if it is not installed.

    Please help.
     
    Dr.Sam Poni, Aug 5, 2008
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  4. webdtc

    webdtc Notebook Deity

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    Does APS restart your computer? I would have thought it would just stop the harddrive. At the most it should shutdown your computer. Restarting it would likely cause more damage if it is indeed being activated because of a physical shock.
     
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  5. The Fire Snake

    The Fire Snake Notebook Virtuoso

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    Yeah, this sounds like another issue, like maybe something to do with your motherboard or PSU.
     
    The Fire Snake, Aug 5, 2008
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    have you tried installing aps and then disabling it?
     
    batman5315, Aug 5, 2008
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