Lenovo X230I manual Beep errors, Memory module problems, Networking problems, Ethernet problems

•Problem: My screen goes blank while the computer is on.

Solution: Your screen saver or power management might have been enabled. Do either of the following:

–Touch the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad, or press a key to exit the screen saver.

–Press the power button to resume from sleep or hibernation.

Beep errors

Table 8. Beep errors

Problem	Solution
One short beep, pause, three short beeps, pause, three	Make sure that memory modules are installed correctly. If
more short beeps, and one short beep	they are, and you still hear the beeps, have the computer
	serviced.
Three short beeps, pause, one short beep, pause, one	PCI resource allocation failure. Power off the computer
more short beep, and three short beeps	and remove the device from the ExpressCard Slot. If the
	beeps persist, have the computer serviced.
One long and two short beeps	The video function has a problem. Have the computer
	serviced.
Four cycles of four short beeps	Shut down the computer immediately and have the
	computer serviced.
Five short beeps	The system board has a problem. Have the computer
	serviced.

Memory module problems

Print these instructions now and keep it with your computer for reference later.

If your memory module is not operating properly, check the following items:

1.Verify that the memory module is installed and seated correctly in your computer.

It might be necessary to remove all added memory modules to test the computer with only the factory-installed memory modules, and then reinstall the memory module one at a time to ensure a proper connection. See “Replacing a memory module” on page 73.

2.Check for error messages during startup.

Follow the appropriate corrective actions for power-on self-test (POST). See “Error messages” on page 132.

3.Verify that the latest UEFI for your model has been installed.

4.Verify the proper memory configuration and compatibility including the maximum memory size and the memory speed. See “Replacing a memory module” on page 73.

5.Run diagnostic programs. See “Diagnosing problems” on page 131.

Networking problems

The following are the most common networking problems.

Ethernet problems

•Problem: Your computer cannot connect to the network.

Solution: Make sure that:

– The cable is installed correctly.

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