Compaq SLT/286 User Manual

Chapter 3 - Error Messages and Codes
INTRODUCTION
This chapter contains Power On Self Test (POST) messages, DIAGNOSTIC error
codes, and memory error codes.
The messages and codes appear in tables that list the message or error code, a
description of the error or its probable cause, and the action recommended to
resolve the error condition.
Chapter 3.1 POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES
An error message results if a problem is encountered during POST, which runs
automatically when the system is turned on.
Table 3-1 lists the messages for POST, the audible (beep) messages, probable
causes, and recommended actions.
Table 3-1. Power On Self Test Messages
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Probable Recommended
Message Beeps Cause Action
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101 - ROM Error 1 Long, System ROM 1. Inspect the ROM
1 Short placement.
2. Verify the
correct ROM.
3. Replace the ROM.
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101 - I/O ROM Error 1 Long, System ROM 1. Inspect the ROM
1 Short placement.
2. Verify the
correct ROM.
3. Replace the ROM.
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102 - System Board None System board Replace the system
or System Memory board.
Failure
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162 - System 2 Short Configuration Run SETUP.
Options Error error
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162 - System Options 2 Short Configuration Run SETUP.
Not Set incorrect
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163 - Time & Date 2 Short Invalid time Run SETUP.
Not Set or date in
configuration
memory
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Probable Recommended
Message Beeps Cause Action
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164 - Memory 2 Short Configuration Run SETUP.

Compaq SLT/286 Specifications

General

Brand	Compaq
Model	SLT/286
Category	Laptop
Language	English