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Table 10-1Numeric Codes and Text Messages (continued)

Control panel message

Description

Recommended action

 

 

 

The machine cover has been removed since

Computer cover was removed since last

On some models no action is required. On

last system startup. Please ensure that any

system startup.

other models you must clear the warning

system access was authorized. Press <F2> to

 

message in the Computer Setup utility. To do

continue.

 

so, restart the computer and press F10

 

 

before the computer boots to the operating

 

 

system to enter the Computer Setup utility. In

 

 

the PC Health menu, open the Chassis

 

 

Opened Warning item and select Clear.

 

 

Save your changes and exit the Computer

 

 

Setup utility.

 

 

 

Hard disk failure is imminent. Please back up

Hard drive is about to fail.

Back up data on the hard drive and replace

your hard disk and have it replaced! Press

 

the drive.

<F10> for Setup, <F2> to continue.

 

 

 

 

 

Warning: Changing setup options while

Warning message.

No recommended action.

resuming from Hibernate may cause your

 

 

system to fail to resume.

 

 

 

 

 

Interpreting POST Diagnostic Audible Codes

This section covers the audible codes that may occur before or during POST that do not necessarily have a text message associated with them.

WARNING! When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is always applied to the system board. To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and/or hot surfaces, be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components to cool before touching.

NOTE: Recommended actions in the following table are listed in the order in which they should be performed.

Not all audible codes are available on all models.

Table 10-2Diagnostic Audible Codes

Beep Definition

Possible Cause

Recommended Action

 

 

 

1 short beep and 1 long beep

Bad memory or memory

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the DIMMs or the

followed by long pause

configuration error.

system board, you must unplug the computer

 

 

power cord before attempting to reseat, install, or

 

 

remove a DIMM module.

 

 

1.

Reseat DIMMs.

 

 

2.

Ensure that the DIMMs are installed in the

 

 

 

correct memory sockets.

 

 

3.

Replace DIMMs one at a time to isolate the

 

 

 

faulty module.

 

 

4.

Replace third-party memory with HP memory.

 

 

5.

Replace the system board.

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Contents Maintenance & Service Guide Maintenance & Service Guide About This Book Page Table of contents 600B MT PC Computer Diagnostic Features Password Security and Resetting Cmos Installing and Customizing the Software Installing the Operating SystemDownloading Microsoft Windows Updates Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers Windows systemsAccessing Disk Image ISO Files Protecting the SoftwareComputer Setup F10 Utility Computer Setup F10 UtilitiesUsing Computer Setup F10 Utilities 1Computer Setup F10 UtilityComputer Setup-File 2Computer Setup-FileComputer Setup-Storage 3Computer Setup-StorageConfiguration Option Description DeviceDPS Self-Test Boot OrderStorage Options Sata Emulation Computer Setup-Security 4Computer Setup-SecurityNetwork Boot USB SecuritySlot Security System IDsComputer Setup-Power Computer Setup-Advanced5Computer Setup-Power 6Computer Setup-Advanced for advanced usersBus Options Device OptionsSerial ATA Sata Drive Guidelines and Features Serial ATA Hard Drive CharacteristicsSata Hard Drives Sata Hard Drive CablesSmart ATA Drives Hard Drive CapacitiesDrive/Partition Capacity Limits File System Controller Type Operating System PartitionChassis Designation Micro TowerElectrostatic Discharge Information Generating StaticPreventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment Relative Humidity Event 55% 40% 10%Static Shielding Protection Levels Method Voltage Personal Grounding Methods and EquipmentGrounding the Work Area Operating Guidelines Recommended Materials and EquipmentGeneral Cleaning Safety Precautions Cleaning the Computer CaseCleaning the Keyboard Routine CareService Considerations Cleaning the MonitorCleaning the Mouse Tools and Software RequirementsHard Drives Cables and ConnectorsScrews Lithium Coin Cell Battery Removal and Replacement Procedures Micro Tower MT Chassis Preparation for DisassemblyAccess Panel Front Bezel Installing Additional Memory DIMMsDDR3-SDRAM DIMMs Populating Dimm SocketsInstalling DIMMs 1DIMM Socket Locations -600B MT PCDescription Socket Color Insertion Order XMM3 populate firstPage Cable Connections Connector Name Connector Color DescriptionCable Management 2Drive Positions DrivesDrive Positions Installing and Removing Drives System Board Connector System Board Label Color 3System Board Drive Connections -600B MT PCRemoving the Hard Drive Front I/O Assembly Power Switch/LED Assembly Memory modules Installing Additional Memory on page25 System BoardBattery Type 1 Battery Holder Type 2 Battery HolderSystem Recovery Restore and RecoveryMicrosoft System Restore System Recovery Options System Recovery from the Windows Start MenuSystem Recovery at System Startup System Recovery from Recovery DiscsCreating Recovery Discs Recovery DiscsChoosing Recovery Discs Accessing HP Vision Diagnostics Computer Diagnostic FeaturesHewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics Survey Tab Test Tab Status TabErrors Tab History TabHelp Tab Saving and Printing Information in HP Vision DiagnosticsDownloading the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics Protecting the Software Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Safety and Comfort Before You Call for Technical SupportHelpful Hints Page Solving General Problems Computer will not turn on or start CauseClick Start Task Manager End TaskComputer date and time display is incorrect Cause Solution Computer shuts down automatically Cause SolutionCause Solution Cannot remove computer cover or access panel Cause Poor performance is experienced Cause SolutionLower the display resolution for the current application or Solving Diskette Problems Diskette drive light stays on Cause SolutionTab. Under Errorchecking click Check Now Diskette drive cannot write to a diskette Cause SolutionProblem has occurred with a disk transaction Cause Solution Diskette drive cannot read a diskette Cause SolutionInvalid system disk message is displayed Cause Solution Cannot Boot to Diskette Cause SolutionSolving Hard Drive Problems Hard drive error occurs Cause SolutionDisk transaction problem Cause Solution Drive not found identified Cause SolutionSolving Media Card Reader Problems Can not write to the media card Cause SolutionNot recognized by the computer Cause Solution Computer’s software is used to safely eject the cardPersonalization , select Adjust screen resolution Solving Display ProblemsBlank screen no video Cause Solution Select ImageControl/ Horizontal Position or Vertical Dim characters Cause SolutionImage is not centered Cause Solution Out of Range displays on screen Cause Solution Solving Audio Problems Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device isLine-in jack is not functioning properly Cause Solution Sound cuts in and out Cause SolutionSolving Printer Problems Printer will not print Cause SolutionPrinter will not turn on Cause Solution Printer prints garbled information Cause SolutionSolving Keyboard and Mouse Problems Optical mouse does not track cursor well Cause Solution Cursor moves too fast or too slow Cause Solution Click Start Control Panel HardwareSound Mouse Click the Pointer Options tabSolving Hardware Installation Problems New device does not work Cause SolutionClick Hardware and Sound Click Device ManagerCheck box to Allow this device to wake Computer Solving Network ProblemsWake-on-LAN feature is not functioning Cause Solution Network status link light never flashes Cause Solution Diagnostics reports a failure Cause SolutionMatch current configuration New network card will not boot Cause SolutionSolving Memory Problems Out of memory error Cause SolutionMemory count during Post is wrong Cause Solution Insufficient memory error during operation Cause SolutionSolving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Movie will not play in the DVD drive Cause SolutionCannot eject compact disc tray-load unit Cause Solution Restart your PC if necessary System will not boot from USB flash drive Cause Solution Solving USB Flash Drive ProblemsUSB flash drive not found identified Cause Solution Solving Front Panel Component Problems Solving Internet Access Problems Unable to connect to the Internet Cause SolutionWindows Select Start Control PanelClick Network and Internet Click Internet OptionsSolving Software Problems Contacting Customer SupportPost Error Messages Post Text Messages1Numeric Codes and Text Messages Control panel message Description Recommended actionInterpreting Post Diagnostic Audible Codes 2Diagnostic Audible CodesOpened Warning item and select Clear Beep Definition Possible Cause Recommended ActionDuration of each beep or pause is defined below Beep/Pause Type ActionPassword Security and Resetting Resetting the Password JumperClearing and Resetting the Cmos Connector Pin Assignments Connector and Icon Pin SignalConnector and Icon 1/8 miniphone Pin Signal Ethernet BNCPin Power for CPU HeadphoneLine-in Audio Line-out AudioPin Power MonitorX1, x4, x8, and x16 PCI Express Connector Pin a Signal PCI ExpressX1, x4, x8, and x16 PCI Express Connector Pin B Signal General Requirements Power Cord Set RequirementsJapanese Power Cord Requirements Country-Specific Requirements Country Accrediting AgencySpecifications 600B MT PC models
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