Error Messages
There are three types of BIOS error messages that are displayed depending on the severity of the issue. They are:
Errors That Halt Your Computer Completely
These error messages will halt the computer requiring you to cycle the system's power. The following table lists the error messages.
Table 12. Errors that halt your computer completely
Error Message
Error!
Alert! Processor cache size is mismatched.
Install like processor or one processor.
Alert! Processor type mismatch.
Install like processor or one processor.
Alert! Processor speed mismatch
Install like processor or one processor.
Alert! Incompatible Processor detected.
Install like processor or one processor.
Errors That Do Not Halt Your Computer
These error messages will not halt your computer, but will display a warning message, pause for a few seconds, and then continue to boot. The following table lists the error messages.
Table 13. Errors that do not halt your computer
Error Message
Alert! Cover was previously removed.
Errors That Soft Halt Your Computer
These error messages will cause a soft halt of your computer and you will be prompted to press <F1> to continue or <F2
>to enter the system setup. The following table lists the error messages.
Table 14. — Errors that soft halt your computer
Error Message
Alert! Front I/O Cable failure.
Alert! Left Memory fan failure.
Alert! Right Memory fan failure.
Alert! PCI fan failure.
Alert! Chipset heat sink not detected.
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