C–4 359782-002 Service Reference Guide, dx2000 uT
POST Error Messages
CMOS Checksum Bad CMOS contents failed 
the Checksum check.
Restart the computer, use the F10 Key to 
access Computer Setup. Select Load 
Default Settings > Save and Exit.
Keyboard Error Keyboard not present or 
system not responding 
when keyboard controller 
is initialized.
Reconnect keyboard with computer 
turned off.
Check connector for bent or missing 
pins.
Ensure that none of the keys are 
depressed.
Replace keyboard.
Replace system board.
Keyboard/Interface 
Error
Keyboard controller 
failure.
Reconnect keyboard with computer 
turned off.
Check connector for bent or missing 
pins.
Ensure that none of the keys are 
depressed.
Replace keyboard.
Replace system board.
POST Error Messages 
Screen Message Probable Cause Recommended Action