Intel SE400BX, Motherboard manual Bios Beep Codes, Bios Error Messages

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A Error Messages

BIOS Beep Codes

One long beep followed by several short beeps indicates a video problem.

Table 38.

 

Beep Codes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beeps

 

Port 80h Code

 

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1-2-2-3

 

16h

 

BIOS ROM checksum

 

 

 

 

 

1-3-1-1

 

20h

 

Test DRAM refresh

 

 

 

 

 

1-3-1-3

 

22h

 

Test Keyboard Controller

 

 

 

 

 

1-3-3-1

 

28h

 

Autosize DRAM

 

 

 

 

 

1-3-3-2

 

29h

 

Initialize POST Memory Manager

 

 

 

 

 

1-3-3-3

 

2Ah

 

Clear 512 KB base RAM

 

 

 

 

 

1-3-4-1

 

2Ch

 

RAM failure on address line xxxx

 

 

 

 

 

1-3-4-3

 

2Eh

 

RAM failure on data bits xxxx of low byte of memory bus

 

 

 

 

 

1-4-1-1

 

30h

 

RAM failure on data bits xxxx of high byte of memory bus

 

 

 

 

 

2-1-2-2

 

45h

 

POST device initialization

 

 

 

 

 

2-1-2-3

 

46h

 

Check ROM copyright notice

 

 

 

 

 

2-2-3-1

 

58h

 

Test for unexpected interrupts

 

 

 

 

 

2-2-4-1

 

5Ch

 

Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB

 

 

 

 

 

1-2

 

98h

 

Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS Error Messages

Table 39. BIOS Error Messages

Error Message

Explanation

 

 

Diskette drive A error

Drive A is present but fails the POST diskette tests. Check that the drive

 

is defined with the proper diskette type in Setup and that the diskette drive

 

is installed correctly.

 

 

Extended RAM Failed at offset:

Extended memory not working or not configured properly at offset nnnn.

nnnn

 

 

 

Failing Bits: nnnn

The hexadecimal number nnnn is a map of the bits at the RAM address

 

(System, Extended, or Shadow memory) that failed the memory test.

 

Each 1 in the map indicates a failed bit.

 

 

 

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Contents SE440BX Revision Revision History Date Revision HistoryContents Contents Using the Setup ProgramSE440BX Motherboard Product Guide Regulatory and Integration InformationContents Features Summary Motherboard FeaturesComponents Motherboard FeaturesBack Panel I/O Connectors Back Panel I/O ConnectorsMicroprocessor Microprocessor UpgradesMain Memory Second Level Cache MemoryInput/Output I/O Controller Real-Time ClockUniversal Serial Bus USB Support PCI Auto Configuration Bios UpgradesSecurity Passwords IDE Auto ConfigurationExpansion Slots ISA Plug and Play CapabilityBattery Power ManagementAdvanced Power Management APM Advanced Configuration and Power Interface AcpiWake on LAN Technology Optional Wake on RingHardware Monitor Optional Audio Subsystem OptionalSpeaker Optional Audio ConnectorsCrystal Semiconductor CS4236B Audio Codec Crystal Semiconductor CS4611 PCI Audio AcceleratorBefore You Begin Installing and Replacing Motherboard ComponentsHow to Install and Remove the Motherboard How to Install a ProcessorInstalling and Replacing Motherboard Components Installing the Processor Retention Mechanism Install the Retention MechanismInstalling the Processor Install the ProcessorInstalling the Heatsink Support Top Bar How to Set the Processor SpeedJ8A1 Remove the Installed Processor How to Upgrade to a Boxed Pentium II ProcessorRemoving the Heatsink Support Top Bar and the Processor Remove the Heatsink Support Base Removing the Heatsink Support Retention PinsUsing the Heatsink Support Base Removal Tool How to Install Memory Upgrade the ProcessorDimm Size Non-ECC Configuration Shows the location of the Dimm sockets Installing a Dimm How to Remove MemoryVarning How to Replace the BatteryReplacing the Battery How to Clear the Passwords Setup Program Modes Using the Setup ProgramJumper Settings for Setup Program Modes Mode Jumper DescriptionSetup Menu Bar Setup MenusSetup Function Keys Function KeysMaintenance Menu Main MenuMain Menu Auto default No defaultAdvanced Menu Advanced MenuPeripheral Configuration Submenu Peripheral Configuration SubmenuIDE Configuration IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration Submenus IDE Configuration SubmenusStandard default CD-ROMVideo Configuration Submenu Floppy OptionsDMI Event Logging Resource Configuration Submenu Resource Configuration SubmenuAvailable default Reserved Security MenuBoot Menu Power MenuPower Menu Boot MenuHard Drive Submenu Hard Drive Submenu∙ Atapi CD-ROM Options DescriptionExit Menu Feature DescriptionRemovable Devices Submenu Removable Devices SubmenuPreparing for the Upgrade Upgrading the BiosObtaining the Bios Upgrade File Recording the Current Bios SettingsCreating a Bootable Diskette Upgrading the BiosCreating the Bios Upgrade Diskette Upgrading the BiosRecovering the Bios Changing the Bios Language Motherboard Connectors Technical ReferencePC/PCI Wake on LAN Technology Connector Wake on Ring ConnectorFan 3 Connector Auxiliary Line In ConnectorChassis Intrusion Connector CD Audio ConnectorFan 2 Connector Fan 1 ConnectorPower Supply Connector Scsi LED ConnectorPC/PCI Connector Connector Pin Signal Name Front Panel ConnectorsMemory Map Motherboard ResourcesDMA Channels Memory MapMap O MapAddress hex Size Description PCI Configuration Space Map PCI Configuration Space MapInterrupts InterruptsBios Beep Codes Error MessagesBios Error Messages Bios Error MessagesSetup Error MessagesRegulatory and Integration Information Safety RegulationsRegulatory Compliance EMC RegulationsInstallation Instructions Installation PrecautionsProduct Certification Markings Regulatory and Integration InformationEnsure Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Ensure Host Computer and Accessory Module CertificationsPrevent Power Supply Overload Place Battery Marking on the ComputerUse Only for Intended Applications

Motherboard, SE400BX specifications

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