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Verifying proper operation of key system lights
As POST determines the system configuration, it tests for the presence of each mass storage device installed in the system. As POST checks each device, the activity light for that device should turn on briefly. Check for the following:
•Does the diskette drive activity light turn on briefly? If not, see "Diskette drive activity light does not light" on page 207.
•Does the hard disk drive activity light on the control panel turn on briefly? If not, see "Hard drive activity light does not light" on page 207.
Confirming loading of an operating system
Once the system boots up, the operating system prompt appears on the screen. The prompt varies according to the operating system. If the operating system prompt does not appear, see "Initial system startup" on page 201.
