Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics

Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes (Continued)

Activity

Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action

System gives an

Continu-

The chassis side

error message

ous

cover is open or

stating that “Error

beep for

would have been

912 - computer

5

removed after

cover or side panel

seconds

previous power

has been removed.

 

on.

Make sure that any

 

 

system access was

 

 

authorized and

 

 

press F1 to

 

 

continue”.

 

 

1.Make sure that the Chassis side cover is closed if not fix it as directed in the assembling guide.

2.Ensure that any system access was authorized, check all the hardware ensuring that no hardware has been changed or removed. Then enter the BIOS setup by pressing F10 then select Hardware Monitor setup and enable the Reset Case Open Status.

3.Refer to the F10 Utility Guide for its functionality and any further issues.

4.For maximum security, be sure to establish a setup password. The setup password prevents unauthorized access to the Computer Setup utility.

Restoring the Software

The Windows operating system and software can be restored to the original state that they were when you purchased the computer by using the Restore Plus! CD. See the documentation included with the Restore Plus! CD for complete instructions on using this feature.

In the event that you lose power during the initial operating system installation process, use the Restore Plus! CD to install the operating system.

Contacting Customer Support

For help and service, contact an authorized reseller or dealer. To locate a reseller or dealer near you, visit www.hp.com.

If you take the computer to an authorized reseller, dealer, or service provider for service, remember to provide the setup and power-on passwords if they are set.

Refer to the number listed in the warranty or in the Worldwide Telephone Numbers Guide on the Library CD for technical assistance.

Service Reference Guide

490778-001

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dx2310 specifications

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