IBM 2193 Solving hardware and software problems, Solving hardware problems, Hardware problems

Solving hardware and software problems

Solving hardware problems

Table 1: Hardware problems

If the problem is:	Here's what to do:
Screen is black (no error	If you installed memory modules or adapter cards, make
code); beep during power	sure you installed them correctly. For instructions on
on self-test (POST).	installing memory modules on your system board, see
	“Installing memory modules” on page 9-9. For instructions
	on installing adapter cards in your system unit, see “Adding
	and removing adapter cards” on page 8-4.
Error code (and	If an error code or message appears, refer to the section
description), more than	“Error codes and messages” on page 10-17.
one beep in self-test, or
continuous beep occurs
Computer turns off without	1.	If mouse movement wakes the monitor, your monitor
warning		was in standby.
	2.	If computer power on light is blinking, your system is in
		Standby mode. Press the power on button to take the
		system out of Standby mode.
	3.	Make sure that the system unit and monitor power
		cords are securely plugged into electrical outlets.
	4.	Make sure that the cables are correctly and securely
		connected to the system unit.
	5.	Check for a blown fuse, tripped circuit breaker, or
		power failure.
	6.	Unplug the system unit power cord from the electrical
		outlet, wait 10 seconds, and then plug the power cord
		back into the electrical outlet. If the computer does not
		start immediately, push the power button on the
		system unit.
	7.	If you have added hardware inside the system unit,
		make sure the power cable connectors are securely
		attached.

Note: If any of these problems continue after taking the actions listed, see “Chapter 2. HelpWare support and services” for information on obtaining service.

Diagnosing and recovering from problems 10-7