The Computer Will Not Start

The power light is on, but the computer does not start

Replace your main operating system diskette and turn on the computer again.

The computer does not start and the powerlight is not lit

Make sure the power cord is securely connected to both the AC inlet on the back panel and an electrical outlet.

The power cord is securely connected, but the computer still does not start.

Check the electrical outlet for power. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. Plug a lamp into the outlet and turn it on.

You installed or removed system components, and now your computer does not start.

Check to make sure you have reconnected all the internal and external cables correctly.

You may have installed option cards that exceed the system’s power requirements. Check the power requirements in Appendix A.

You may have installed a SIMM incorrectly. If the system doesn’t find memory, nothing happens. Check that your SIMM(s) are securely installed in their sockets.

Troubleshooting 6-3