Troubleshooting 2-7
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Writer: David Calvert Saved by: David Calvert Saved date: 03/29/00 7:07 AM
Part Number: 177845-001 File name: CH02.doc
2.4 Test Errors
The following topics contain checklists to help isolate and correct errors
generated during POST.
Memory Test Error
■ Check extended SDRAM modules for proper installation.
■ Visually inspect the SDRAM socket for bent pins.
■ Try a working SDRAM module.
Keyboard Test Error
■ Check the keyboard cable.
■ If using an external PS/2 keyboard, ensure that it is working properly
by testing a working keyboard.
Diskette Drive Test Error
■ Ensure that BIOS is set up correctly. Use the SCU to verify.
■ Ensure that the diskette drive is connected properly.
■ Try another working diskette drive.
CD-ROM Drive Test Error
■ Try another working CD.
■ Ensure that the CD-ROM drive is connected properly.
■ Try another working CD-ROM drive.
Hard Drive Test Error.
■ Check the CMOS hard disk drive settings.
■ Try another working hard disk drive.
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