Computer is beeping and will not start.

Cause

Solution

 

 

Internal error has occurred and the computer is beeping a code.

Refer to Interpreting POST Audible Codes on page 90 to interpret the error code.

Solving Hardware Installation Problems

You may need to reconfigure the computer when you add or remove hardware, such as an additional drive or expansion card. If you install a plug and play device, the Windows operating system automatically recognizes the device and configures the computer. If you install a non–plug and play device, you must reconfigure the computer after completing installation of the new hardware. In the Windows operating system, use the Add Hardware Wizard and follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

WARNING! When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is always applied to the system board. To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock, rotating fans, and/or hot surfaces, be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components to cool before touching.

Look for the LED on the system board. If the LED is illuminated, the system still has power. Power off the computer and remove the power cord before proceeding.

A new device is not recognized as part of the system.

Cause

Solution

 

 

Device is not seated or connected properly.

Ensure that the device is properly and securely connected and

 

that pins in the connector are not bent down.

 

 

Cable(s) of new external device are loose or power cables are

Ensure that all cables are properly and securely connected and

unplugged.

that pins in the cable or connector are not bent down.

 

 

Power switch of new external device is not turned on.

Turn off the computer, turn on the external device, then turn on

 

the computer to integrate the device with the computer system.

 

 

When the system advised you of changes to the configuration,

Reboot the computer and follow the instructions for accepting

you did not accept them.

the changes.

 

 

A plug and play board may not automatically configure when

Use Windows Device Manager to deselect the automatic

added if the default configuration conflicts with other devices.

settings for the board and choose a basic configuration that

 

does not cause a resource conflict. You can also use Computer

 

Setup to reconfigure or disable devices to resolve the conflict.

 

 

USB ports on the computer are disabled in Computer Setup.

Enter Computer Setup (F10) and enable the USB ports.

 

 

88 Appendix C Troubleshooting