Acer R3610 manual Post Error Messages List, Bios Messages Action/FRU

POST Error Messages List

If you cannot run the diagnostics program tests but did receive a POST error message, use "POST Error Messages List" to diagnose system problems. If you did not receive any error message, look for a description of your error symptoms in "Error Symptoms List"

NOTE: When you have deemed it necessary to replace an FRU, and have done so, you must run a total system check to ensure that no other activity has been affected by the change. This system check can be done through the diagnostics program.

NOTE: Check all power supply voltages, switch, and jumper settings before you replace the main board. Also check the power supply voltages if you have a "system no-power" condition.

If you are unable to correct the problem by using the "BIOS Messages List" table and "Error Symptoms List" table, go to "Undetermined Problems".

To diagnose a problem, first find the BIOS error messages in the left column. If directed to a check procedure, replace the FRU indicated in the check procedure. If no check procedure is indicated, the first Action/FRU listed in right column is the most likely cause.

BIOS Messages	Action/FRU
BIOS ROM checksum error - System halted	The checksum of the BIOS code in the BIOS chip
	is incorrect, indicating the BIOS code may have
	become corrupt. Contact your system dealer to
	replace the BIOS.
CMOS Battery Failed	The CMOS battery is no longer functional. Contact
	your system dealer for a replacement the BIOS.
CMOS Checksum Error- defaults loaded	Checksum of CMOS is 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 nnnn	Displays the running speed of CPU.
Display switch is set incorrectly	The display switch on the motherboard can be set
	to either monochrome or color. This message
	indicates the switch is set to a different setting than
	indicated in Setup. Determine which setting is
	correct, and then either turn off the system and
	change the jumper, or enter Setup and change the
	Video selection.
Press ESC to skip memory test	The user may press Esc to skip the full memory
	test.
Floppy disk(s) fail	Cannot find or initialize the floppy drive controller
	or the drive. Make sure the controller is installed
	correctly, if no floppy drives are installed, be sure
	the Diskette Drive selection in Setup is set to
	NONE or AUTO.
HARD DISK initializing - Please wait a moment	Some hard drives require extra time to initialize.
HARD DISK INSTALL FAILURE	Cannot find or initialize the hard drive controller or
	the drive. Make sure the controller is installed
	correctly. If no hard drives are installed, be sure
	the Hard Drive Selection in Setup is set to NONE.

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