Microsoft G7VP2 manual Appendix B System Error Message, Post Beep, Error Messages

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Appendix B - System Error Message

When the BIOS encounters an error that requires the user to correct something, either a beep code will sound or a message will be displayed in a box in the middle of the screen and the message, PRESS F1 TO CONTINUE, CTRL-ALT-ESC or DEL TO ENTER SETUP, will be shown in the information box at the bottom. Enter Setup to correct the error.

B.1 POST Beep

There are two kinds of beep codes in the BIOS. One code indicates that a video error has occured and the BIOS cannot initialize the video screen to display any additional information. This beep code consists of a single long beep followed by three short beeps. The other code indicates that a DRAM error has occured. This beep code consists of a single long beep.

B.2 Error Messages

One or more of the following messages may be displayed if the BIOS detects an error during the POST. This list indicates the error messages for all Awards BIOSes:

CMOS BATTERY HAS FAILED

The CMOS battery is no longer functional. It should be replaced.

Caution:

Danger of explosion if battery incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.

CMOS CHECKSUM ERROR

Checksum of CMOS is incorrect. This can indicate that CMOS has become corrupt. This error may have been caused by a weak battery. Check the battery and replace if necessary.

DISPLAY SWITCH IS SET INCORRECTLY

The display switch on the motherboard can be set to either monochrome or color. This indicates the switch is set to a different

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Contents 37310911 G7VP2Trademarks CopyrightFCC and DOC Statement on Class B Table of Contents Appendix C Troubleshooting Appendix B System Error MessageSupported Softwares Appendix a Identifying ProcessorsFeatures Features and SpecificationsIntroduction IntroductionLevel 2 Cache Memory ConnectorsExpansion Slots Desktop Management Interface DMIIntelligence RTC Timer to Power-on the System ATX power supply only Dual Function Power Button ATX power supply onlyWatchdog Timer Virus ProtectionPackage Checklist System Board Layout Hardware InstallationHardware Installation Example on the right Switch Off DIP Switch Settings for Cyrix Processors DIP Switch Settings for Intel ProcessorsDIP Switch Settings for IDT Processors DIP Switch Settings for IBM ProcessorsDIP Switch Settings for AMD Processors External System Bus Clock Settings Frequency Ratio Settings for IDT Processors DIP Switch and Jumper Settings for Core Voltage Jumper JP1 Clear Cmos Data Jumper Settings for Clearing Cmos DataJumper JP2 Power Supply Type Jumper Settings for Power Supply TypePins 1 and 2 On ATX Power Jumper JPP ATX Power-On/Off SelectJumper JP4 Sdram Clock Jumper Settings for Sdram Clock DimmJumper JP10 Watchdog Timer Jumper Settings for Watchdog TimerSerial Ports Connecting the Serial PortsHardware Installation Keyboard Port/Connector Parallel Port Hardware Installation 3 PS/2 Mouse PortConnecting the Parallel Printer Port IDE Hard Disk Interface Hardware Installation Floppy Disk Drive ControllerAdding a Second IDE Hard Drive Universal Serial Bus PortsConnecting the USB Ports IrDA ConnectorChassis Fan Connector Hardware Installation CPU Fan ConnectorHardware Installation 11 J13 LEDs and Switches Keylock Keylock and Power LED Connector Hardware Installation Power Supply Connectors Award Bios Setup Utility Award Bios Setup UtilityStandard Cmos Setup Basic Input/Output SystemTime DateHalt On Drive a and Drive BVideo Memory Virus Warning Award Bios Setup Utility Bios Features SetupBoot Sequence Quick Power On Self TestBoot Up Floppy Seek Boot Up NumLock StatusTypematic Delay Msec Typematic Rate SettingMemory ECC Function Typematic Rate Chars/SecOS Select for Dram 64MB Video Bios ShadowHDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability C8000-CBFFF Shadow to DC000-DFFFF ShadowSoftware Power-off Award Bios Setup Utility Chipset Features SetupCPU Fan Speed Limit and Chassis Fan Speed Limit CPU Temperature LimitSystem Health Monitor +3.3V, +5V and +12V Voltages Power Management SetupPM Control by APM Power ManagementVideo Off Method Video Off AfterSuspend Mode Standby ModeHDD Power Down Soft-Off by PwrbtnTimer hhmmss Resume On AlarmDate of Month PM EventsResources Controlled By Award Bios Setup Utility 5 PNP/PCI ConfigurationReset Configuration Data PCI Slot 1 Use IRQ and PCI Slot 2 Use IRQ PCI IRQ Actived ByAssign IRQ for VGA Integrated Peripherals Award Bios Setup Utility Load Fail-Safe SettingsLoad Optimal Settings Onboard Primary PCI IDE and Onboard Secondary PCI IDE IDE Prefetch ModeIDE HDD Block Mode USB Controller Onboard Uart 2 ModeUSB Keyboard Support Onboard FDC ControllerOnboard Parallel Port IR Duplex ModeUse IR Pins User Password Award Bios Setup Utility Supervisor PasswordAward Bios Setup Utility IDE HDD Auto Detection Exit Without Saving Award Bios Setup Utility Save & Exit SetupDesktop Management Interface DMI Supported SoftwaresSupported Softwares Running the DMI UtilityEdit DMI Supported Softwares Using the DMI UtilitySave DMI File Supported Softwares Add DMILoad DMI File Genesys Logic System Health Monitor for VIA System Health Monitor UtilityDrivers Installing the UtilityIntel Processors Appendix a Identifying ProcessorsCyrix Processors Identifying ProcessorsAMD Processors IBM ProcessorC6-PSME200GA IDT ProcessorsPost Beep Appendix B System Error MessageError Messages System Error Message Troubleshooting Checklist Appendix C -TroubleshootingTroubleshooting C Monitor/DisplayFloppy Drive TroubleshootingPower Supply Hard disk failure Troubleshooting Hard DriveSystem Board Troubleshooting Serial PortKeyboard