POST Error Messages
POST Error Messages
Screen Message | Beeps* | Probable Cause | Recommended Action |
2S | Invalid time or date in | |
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| configuration memory. |
RTC
CMOS jumper may not be properly installed.
Set the date and time under Control Panel or in F10 Setup depending on the operating system.
If the problem persists, replace the RTC battery.
Check for proper placement of the CMOS jumper.
2S | Memory configuration is | Run Computer Setup (F10 Setup) or | |
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| incorrect. | Windows utilities. |
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| Make sure memory module(s) (if |
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| any) are installed properly. |
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| If third party memory has been |
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| added, test using |
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| Verify proper memory module type. |
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2S | System board jumper | Reset system board jumpers to match | |
Jumper Setting |
| improperly set. | processor and bus speeds. |
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None | RAM failure. | Run Computer Setup (F10 Setup) or | |
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| Windows utilities. |
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| Ensure memory and continuity |
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| modules are installed correctly. |
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| Verify proper memory module type. |
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| Remove and replace memory |
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| module(s) one at a time to isolate |
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| faulty module. |
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| Replace the faulty memory |
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| module(s). |
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| If error persists after replacing |
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| memory modules, replace the system |
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| board. |
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None | Memory modules do not | Replace memory modules with | |
Mismatch |
| match each other. | matched sets. |
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* L = Long, S = Short |
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