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POST Error Messages

 

 

 

 

 

POST Error Messages

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screen Message

Probable Cause

Recommended Action

Microcode Error

BIOS could not find or

 

load the CPU microcode

 

update to the CPU.

Ensure the system board BIOS supports the processor.

Change system board jumper on JP2 to pins 2-3 (Unlock), then flash the system BIOS. Reset the jumper to pins 1-2 (Lock).

NVRAM Checksum

Error detected while

Restart the computer, use the F10 Key to

Bad, NVRAM Cleared

validating NVRAM data.

access Computer Setup. Select Load

 

 

Default Settings > Save and Exit.

 

 

 

NVRAM Ignored

NVRAM data used to

Restart the computer, use the F10 Key to

 

store plug and play data

access Computer Setup. Select Load

 

was not used for system

Default Settings > Save and Exit.

 

configuration in POST.

Change system board jumper on JP2 to

 

 

pins 2-3 (Unlock), then flash the system

 

 

BIOS. Reset the jumper to pins 1-2 (Lock).

 

 

Replace the system board.

 

 

 

NVRAM Bad

NVRAM data used to

Restart the computer, use the F10 Key to

 

store plug and play data

access Computer Setup. Select Load

 

was not used for system

Default Settings > Save and Exit.

 

configuration in POST.

Change system board jumper on JP2 to

 

 

pins 2-3 (Unlock), then flash the system

 

 

BIOS. Reset the jumper to pins 1-2 (Lock).

 

 

Replace the system board.

 

 

 

Timer Error

Error found while

Replace the system board.

 

programming the count

 

 

register of channel 2 of

 

 

the 8254 timer.

 

Interrupt Controller-1

Error

Interrupt Controller-1

Error

BIOS POST could not

Replace the system board.

initialize the Master/

 

Slave Interrupt controller.

 

CMOS Date/Time Not

CMOS Date and/or Time

Set the date and time under Control

Set

is invalid.

Panel or in F10 Setup depending on

 

 

the operating system.

 

 

If problem persists, replace the RTC

 

 

battery.

 

 

 

CMOS Battery Low

CMOS battery weak.

Replace the RTC battery.

 

 

 

CMOS Settings Wrong

Invalid CMOS settings.

Restart the computer, use the F10 Key to

 

 

access Computer Setup. Select Load

 

 

Default Settings > Save and Exit.

 

 

 

 

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Contents Service reference guide September Service Reference GuideService Reference Guide Contents Contents Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly MT chassis Microsoft Windows XP/Redflag Linux Installing the Operating SystemHP Software Converting to Ntfs Associated with WinXP OSWindows XP Home and XP Professional Power-On Self-Test Post Setup Utilities and Diagnostics FeaturesUsing Computer Setup F10 Utilities Computer Setup UtilitiesSetup Utilities and Diagnostics Features Computer Setup Computer Setup MenuHeading Option Description Heading OptionDescription Features Sata Port For each, allows you toCD-ROM Allows you to set Dvmt Mode to Parallel port Allows you to select a setting for the onboard S1 POS PnP/PCI IRQ Resources Configurations Backing up the Cmos Recovering the Configuration SettingsRestoring the Cmos ROM Flash Initial Configuration and DeploymentFailSafe Boot Block ROM Desktop ManagementPower Management Dual-State Power ButtonSecurity Password SecurityEstablishing a Supervisor Password Using Computer Setup Establishing a User Password Using Computer SetupEntering a User Password Delimiter character as shown current password Current password/new password/new passwordNational Keyboard Delimiter Characters Surge-Tolerant Power SupplySerial ATA Hard Drive Characteristics Serial ATA Drive Guidelines and FeaturesSata 1.5 and 3.0 Hard Drives Pin Number Usage Device Plug Host Plug Sata Power CableSata Hard Drive Cables Sata Data CableDrive Capacities Sata Smart DrivesWindows 2000, XP, and Linux Native Mode Legacy ModeMicrotower MT/Small Form Factor SFF Chassis DesignationsDx2708 MT Dx2700SFF Relative Humidity Event 55% 40% 10% Electrostatic Discharge InformationGenerating Static Preventing Electrostatic Damage to EquipmentStatic Shielding Protection Levels Method Voltage Personal Grounding Methods and EquipmentGrounding the Work Area Recommended Materials and EquipmentCleaning the Computer Case General Cleaning Safety PrecautionsRoutine Care Cleaning the Monitor Cleaning the KeyboardCleaning the Mouse Tools and Software Requirements Service ConsiderationsScrews Lithium Coin Cell Battery Cables and ConnectorsHard Drives Preparation for Disassembly Access Panel MT Chassis Front Bezel MT Chassis Removing the Computer Access Panel Removing the Front Bezel Installing the Tower Stand Removing a 5.25 Drive Bezel Blank/MT Chassis Front Drive BezelsMemory Installing Memory Modules/MT chassisRotating the Easy Access Drive Bay Installing DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs SFF chassisInstalling a Dimm Expansion Slot Cover Lock Expansion Cards2 PCI/PCIe Expansion Card 431672-001 Removing the Expansion Slot Cover Installing an Expansion CardInstalling an Expansion Card Removing an Expansion Card Cable Management Locating Drive Positions DrivesDrive Positions Removing a DriveItem Description Desktop Drive Positions Locating Drive Positions SFF chassisRemoving an Optical Drive or Diskette Drive SFF chassis Installing an Optional Optical Drive SFF chassis Installing Guide Screws in the Optical Drive Connecting the Flat Ribbon Cable and Audio Cable Removing and Replacing the Hard Drive Upgrading the Hard Drive SFF chassisRemove the screw Slide the drive to the right of the bay Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly MT chassis System Fan Heatsink MT chassis Processor 431672-001 System Board Battery Battery Holder Power Supply Mouse Connector Pin AssignmentsConnector and Icon Pin Signal Enhanced KeyboardMicrophone Serial Interface, Powered and Non-PoweredConnector and Icon 1/8 miniphone Pin Signal Parallel InterfaceMonitor HeadphoneLine-In Audio Line-Out AudioPin Power for CPU Pin PowerConnector Pin Signal General Requirements Power Cord Set RequirementsPost Error Messages Post Error MessagesScreen Message Probable Cause Recommended Action Post Error Messages Default Settings Save and Exit Ensure the system board Bios supports the processorPost Error Messages Preliminary Checklist Troubleshooting Without DiagnosticsProblem Cause Solution Solving General ProblemsStandby mode Num Lock key Problem Cause Solution Solving Hardware Installation Problems Interpreting Diagnostic Lights and Audible Codes Solving Display Problems Solving Display ProblemsSelect Enable VGA Mode Set properly Click Start All Programs Accessories System ToolsSolving Audio Problems Solving Audio ProblemsSolving Audio Problems DIR C\ printer port Solving Printer ProblemsSolving Printer Problems Where printer port isSolving Keyboard Problems Solving Keyboard and Mouse ProblemsSolving Network Problems Solving Network ProblemsRestore Plus! CD Solving Memory Problems Solving Memory ProblemsSolving Processor Problems Solving Processor ProblemsSolving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Solving CD-ROM and DVD ProblemsSolving Internet Access Problems Solving Drive Key ProblemsSolving Internet Access Problems Solving DiskOnKey ProblemsDelete Cookies button Select Start ControlPanel OptionsProperties Click the Device ManagerDiagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible CodesActivity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Restoring the Software Contacting Customer Support Memory
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dx2700 specifications

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