Error Codes, Descriptions, And Corrective Actions - IBM Aptiva Hardware Handbook

Error codes, descriptions, and corrective actions

Table 9: Error codes, descriptions, and corrective actions
Error Code Description
No beep during power-on self
test (POST)
Screen is black (no error
code), more than one beep in
self-test.
10X System Board Error
129
15X
110 System Board Parity Error
111 I/O Channel Parity Error
114 Adapter ROM Error
Notes:
1. An X shown as part of the error code in this table represents any number between 0 and 9.
2. If any of these errors continue after taking the actions listed, check your Services and Support Guide for information on
obtaining service.
Here's what to do:
Make sure that the system unit is turned on.
• If you installed memory modules or adapter cards make sure you installed
them correctly. For instructions on installing memory modules on your
system board, see "Installing and removing memory modules" on page 111.
For instructions on installing adapter cards in your system unit, see
"Installing adapter cards" on page 86.
• There may be a problem with the battery on your system board. See
"Replacing the battery" on page 114 for instructions on how to replace the
battery.
Turn the system unit off, wait 10 seconds, and then turn the system unit on
again.
1. A memory module (SIMM) has failed. Make sure SIMMs are inserted
correctly. For instructions on inserting SIMMs, see "Installing and removing
memory modules" on page 111.
2. Turn the system unit off, wait 10 seconds, and then turn the system unit on
again.
1. Make sure all adapter cards are installed correctly. For instructions on
installing adapter cards, see "Working with your system unit" on page 81.
2. Turn the system unit off, wait 10 seconds, and then turn the system unit on
again.
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