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Re: TP 701 batteries



On Wed, 31 Dec 1997 10:56:43 -0600, Lewis Mills wrote:

>Hi,
>I have been unable to figure out the error beeps I get when I have a 
>battery in my 701C.  Before the machine even POSTs I get three short beeps 
>and it apparently powers off.  I get the same result with a NiMH and a 
>NiCad battery.  It boot fine with the AC adapter and no battery.  My guess 
>would be that both batteries are completely dead and can't be charged, but 
>I hope I'm wrong!  Anyone have any knowledge of this particular error code?

Yup, it means the battery is dead, and until you use a fresh battery or AC power,
you won't be able to start up the machine.

Paul
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