IBM 6345, 2194, 2193 manual Error codes and messages

Error codes and messages

When you see error codes and messages on your screen, find the error code or message in the following table, then take the applicable corrective action or actions.

Table 4: Error codes and messages

Error codes	Error messages	Corrective actions
161	CMOS battery failed	1.	Load the default setting in Setup and
			reboot the system.
162	CMOS checksum error	1.	Make sure the equipment (diskette
			drive, hard disk drive, keyboard,
			mouse, etc.) are connected properly
			and are defined correctly in BIOS
			Setup.
		2.	Load default settings in setup.
		3.	Replace the CMOS battery.
164	Memory size error	1.	Determine if memory has been added
			or removed since the last boot.
201	Memory test fail	1.	Determine if the memory modules are
			properly seated in the DIMM sockets,
			then reboot the system.
		2.	Replace the memory module.
301	Keyboard error or	1.	Determine if the keyboard cable is
	no Keyboard present		connected properly and is defined
			correctly in BIOS Setup.
		2.	If the error still shows after doing option
			1, change your keyboard. It may be
			defective.
662	Floppy disk fail (80)	1.	Unable to reset floppy subsystem. Load
			the default Setup setting.
662	Floppy disk(s) fail (40)	1.	Floppy Type dismatch. Check the BIOS
			Setting.

Note: If any of the errors persist after performing the listed corrective actions, see “Chapter 2. HelpWare support and services” for information on obtaining service.

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