
2 Troubleshooting Procedures
The 1st HDD or system board may be the reason of a HDD fault. Either of these two
components may be damaged. To determine if the computer’s 1st HDD is functioning
properly, perform the following procedures. Figure
Procedure 1 and continue with the other procedures as instructed.
Procedure 1: Diagnostic test
Procedure 2: Connector and replacement check
Procedure 1 | Diagnostic test |
Run the Diagnostic Program, which will automatically execute the 1st HDD R/W test. Refer to Chapter 3, Tests and Diagnostics for more information on the program.
If an error is located, go to Procedure 2. If an error is not located, the 1st HDD function is functioning properly.
Procedure 2 Connector and replacement check
The 1st HDD module or system board may be disconnected or damaged. Disassemble the computer following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures, and perform the following checks.
Check 1 Make sure that the 1st HDD module is securely slotted into the system board. If the problem persists, go to Check 2.
Check 2 The 1st HDD module may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4. If the problem still exists, perform Check 3.
Check 3 The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one following the instructions in Chapter 4.
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