HP dx2310 manual Post Error Messages, Screen Message Probable Cause Recommended Action

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POST Error Messages

An error message results if the Power-On Self-Test (POST) encounters a problem. This test runs when the system is turned on, checking assemblies within the computer and reporting any errors found.

Not all computers use all of the codes listed.

Recommended Actions are to be taken in incremental steps. Perform one step at a time and continue only if the action does not cure the problem.

POST Error Messages

Screen Message

Probable Cause

Recommended Action

 

 

 

BIOS ROM checksum

The checksum of the BIOS

Replace the BIOS

error - System halted

code in the BIOS chip is

 

 

incorrect, indicating the

 

 

BIOS code may have

 

 

become corrupt.

 

 

 

 

CMOS battery failed

The CMOS battery is no

Replacement battery.

 

longer functional.

 

CMOS checksum error -

Checksum of CMOS is

Defaults loaded

incorrect, so the system

 

loads the default

 

equipment configuration.

 

A checksum error may

 

indicate that CMOS has

 

become corrupt. A weak

 

battery may have caused

 

this error.

Check the battery and replace if necessary.

CPU at xxxx

Displays the running

Not an error, no action request

 

speed of the CPU.

 

 

 

 

Press ESC to skip

A remind message, not

The user may press Esc to skip the full

memory test

an error.

memory test.

 

 

 

HARD DISK INSTALL

Cannot find or initialize

Make sure the controller is installed

FAILURE

the hard drive controller

correctly. If no hard drives are installed,

 

or the drive.

be sure the Hard Drive selection in Setup

 

 

is set to NONE.

 

 

 

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Contents Service reference guide April Service Reference GuideService Reference Guide Contents Removal and Replacement Procedures-Microtower MT Chassis Service Reference Guide 490778-001 Microsoft Windows XP/Windows Vista/ Redflag Linux Installing the Operating SystemHP Software Converting to Ntfs Associated with Windows OSPower-On Self-Test Post Setup Utilities and Diagnostics FeaturesUsing Computer Setup F10 Utilities Computer Setup UtilitiesSetup Utilities and Diagnostics Features Computer Setup Menu Computer SetupHeading Option Description For each, allows you to CD-ROM Onboard Lan ROM Dvmt Mode Combined Mode Parallel port Allows you to select a setting for the onboard S1 POS Bios can automatically configure all Recovering the Configuration Settings Backing up the CmosRestoring the Cmos FailSafe Boot Block ROM Initial Configuration and DeploymentDesktop Management ROM FlashPower Management Dual-State Power ButtonEstablishing a Supervisor Password Using Computer Setup Password SecurityEstablishing a User Password Using Computer Setup SecurityEntering a User Password Current password Current password/new password/new passwordNational Keyboard Delimiter Characters Surge-Tolerant Power SupplySerial ATA Drive Guidelines and Features Serial ATA Hard Drive CharacteristicsSata 3.0 Hard Drives Sata Hard Drive Cables Sata Power CableSata Data Cable Pin Number Usage Device Plug Host PlugSata Smart Drives Drive CapacitiesWindows 2000, XP, Vista, and Linux Microtower MT Chassis DesignationsDx2318 MT Generating Static Electrostatic Discharge InformationPreventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment Relative Humidity Event 55% 40% 10%Grounding the Work Area Personal Grounding Methods and EquipmentRecommended Materials and Equipment Static Shielding Protection Levels Method VoltageGeneral Cleaning Safety Precautions Cleaning the Computer CaseRoutine Care Cleaning the Keyboard Cleaning the MonitorCleaning the Mouse Service Considerations Tools and Software RequirementsScrews Cables and Connectors Lithium Coin Cell BatteryHard Drives Preparation for Disassembly Removal and Replacement Procedures- Microtower MT ChassisAccess Panel MT Chassis Remove the computer access panel and front bezel MT chassisFront Bezel MT Chassis Removing a 5.25 Drive Bezel Blank/MT Chassis Front Drive BezelsMemory Installing Memory Modules/MT chassisExpansion Slot Cover Lock Expansion CardsRemove the slot cover lock .5.1, Expansion Slot Cover Lock 2 PCI/PCIe Expansion CardRemoving the Expansion Slot Cover Installing an Expansion CardRemoval and Replacement Procedures- Microtower MT Chassis Removing an Expansion Card Cable Management Locating Drive Positions DrivesRemoving a Drive Drive PositionsItem Description Removing the Hard disk Lift the hard disk drive cage out of the chassis Removing the Hard Drive Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly MT chassis System Fan Heatsink MT chassis Processor Removal and Replacement Procedures- Microtower MT Chassis System Board 490778-001 Battery Holder Power Supply Connector and Icon Pin Signal Connector Pin AssignmentsEnhanced Keyboard MouseConnector and Icon 1/8 miniphone Pin Signal Serial Interface, Powered and Non-PoweredParallel Interface MicrophoneLine-In Audio HeadphoneLine-Out Audio MonitorPin Power Pin Power for CPUConnector Pin Signal General Requirements Power Cord Set RequirementsPost Error Messages Post Error MessagesScreen Message Probable Cause Recommended Action During memory testing Post Error Messages Preliminary Checklist Troubleshooting Without DiagnosticsSolving General Problems Problem Cause SolutionStandby mode Num Lock key Press any key or click the mouse button Solving Hardware Installation Problems Interpreting Diagnostic Lights and Audible Codes Solving Display Problems Solving Display ProblemsSelect Enable VGA Mode Set properly Font you are using Solving Audio Problems Solving Audio ProblemsSolving Audio Problems Solving Printer Problems Solving Printer ProblemsWhere printer port is DIR C\ printer portSolving 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 DiskOnKey Problems Solving Internet Access ProblemsPanel Select Start ControlOptions Delete Cookies buttonProperties 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 Contacting Customer Support Restoring the SoftwareMemory
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