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- Page 1 HMR Diagnostics for Non Micro Channel FRONT PICTURE 1 March 21, 1990 Part Number 64F3985 Form Number S64F-3985-00 ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 FRONT - 1...
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Page 2: Safety Information
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Page 3: Special Notices
Special Notices FRONT_2 Special Notices References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or services do not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program or service is not intended to state or imply that only IBM's product, program, or service may be used. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Video Test Utilities 5.3.1 Select an Option Menu 5.3.2 Formatting a Fixed Disk Drive 5.3.3 Format Selection Menu 5.3.4 Error Log Setup Program 5.4.1 Set Configuration Menu Hardware Maintenance Service Pamphlets Display Self-Test ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 CONTENTS - 1... -
Page 5: Introduction To Diagnostics
HMR Diagnostics for Non Micro Channel Introduction to Diagnostics 1.0 Introduction to Diagnostics This pamphlet provides diagnostic information for IBM (*) Personal System/2 (*) non-Micro Channel computers (for example Models 25 and 30). For diagnostic information about Micro Channel (*) computers (for example, Models 50, 60, 70, and 80), refer to the Diagnostic Information for Micro Channel Computers pamphlet. -
Page 6: Diagnostic Aids
When instructed to "Power-off the system," switch off the power to all externally attached devices and then power to the system unit. (*) IBM, Personal System/2, and Micro Channel are trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990... - Page 7 F1 key. When the F1 key is pressed, the system unit bypasses the error and attempts to complete the POST. If a critical error is encountered, the POST stops. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 3.0 - 1...
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Page 8: Icons
The following graphic messages (icons) request the user to take a specific action. Subtopics 4.1 Set Time and Date 4.2 Press F1 to Continue 4.3 Insert a Diskette 4.4 Non-loadable Diskette 4.5 Power-On Password ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 4.0 - 1... - Page 9 This icon is accompanied by the instruction (RESUME = "F1" KEY). The user has two alternatives: Insert the diagnostic diskette into diskette drive A, press the F1 key, and run the Set Time and Date program. Press the F1 and bypass the error. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 4.1 - 1...
- Page 10 The user is advised that an action is required. Pressing the F1 key allows the system to resume its operation. The service pamphlet refers to this icon as the (RESUME ="F1" KEY) message. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 4.2 - 1...
- Page 11 A, then press the F1 key to resume operation. If the F1 key is pressed prior to inserting the diskette, the system automatically loads BASIC from the ROM BIOS. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 4.3 - 1...
- Page 12 A to see if a diskette is installed. If a formatted diskette is installed but does not contain an executable program, this icon is displayed for several seconds and is then replaced by the "Insert a Diskette" icon. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 4.4 - 1...
- Page 13 The user must reinstall the password after service. To reinstall the password, have the user start the Starter diskette, select Set features from the main menu, and follow the instructions on the screen. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 4.5 - 1...
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Page 14: Advanced Diagnostics Diskette
Depending on the PS/2 model, the diagnostic menus on Advanced Diagnostics diskettes may vary. For example, the "Setup Configuration" menu appears only on diskettes with a setup program. Subtopics 5.1 Special Keys 5.2 Diagnostic Menus 5.3 Utilities 5.4 Setup Program ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.0 - 1... - Page 15 Cancels output to the printer. Ctrl + C Stops diagnostic tests and returns to the Installed Devices menu. Print Screen Prints what is on the screen (useful when the display is unreadable). ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.1 - 1...
- Page 16 HMR Diagnostics for Non Micro Channel Diagnostic Menus 5.2 Diagnostic Menus The following menus are available on the Advanced Diagnostics diskette. Subtopics 5.2.1 Diskette Diagnostic 5.2.2 Fixed Disk Diagnostic 5.2.3 Video Graphics Array 5.2.4 Video Test ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.2 - 1...
- Page 17 5 - DISKETTE CHANGE TEST: Tests the diskette change signal and write-protect feature as you remove and insert a diskette. 9 - RETURN TO CONTROL PROGRAM: Returns to the System Checkout menu. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.2.1 - 1...
- Page 18 Reads the entire fixed disk drive and reports any existing defects and tracks that cannot be read. 7 - FORMAT MENU: Selects the Format Selection menu. 9 - RETURN TO CONTROL PROGRAM: Returns to the System Checkout menu. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.2.2 - 1...
- Page 19 7 - SYNC TEST: Provides a test signal to allow voltage measurements at the video connector. 9 - EXIT TO MAIN MENU: Returns to the System Checkout menu or continues with the next device test. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.2.3 - 1...
- Page 20 Provides a test signal to allow voltage measurements at the video and intensity outputs. 12 - SYNC TEST: Provides a test signal to allow voltage measurements at the horizontal and vertical synchronization outputs. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.2.4 - 1...
- Page 21 HMR Diagnostics for Non Micro Channel Utilities 5.3 Utilities Subtopics 5.3.1 Select an Option Menu 5.3.2 Formatting a Fixed Disk Drive 5.3.3 Format Selection Menu 5.3.4 Error Log ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.3 - 1...
- Page 22 Allows you to check or set the system configuration. 5 - SET TIME AND DATE: Allows you to check or set the time and date. 9 - END DIAGNOSTICS: Loads a program from the diskette in drive A. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.3.1 - 1...
- Page 23 Warning: All data on the selected fixed disk drive is destroyed during a format operation or surface analysis. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.3.2 - 1...
- Page 24 IS A HARD COPY NEEDED?); then press Enter. 12. Press Y (DO YOU WANT TO CONTINUE (Y/N)?); then press Enter. 13. If you were instructed to perform an UNCONDITIONAL FORMAT, follow the instructions on the screen. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.3.3 - 1...
- Page 25 Press A or B (ENTER THE DRIVE ID FOR ERROR LOG?); then press Enter. If no errors occurred, the Log Utilities menu is displayed. If errors are displayed, go to the Hardware Maintenance Service pamphlet for the system you are servicing. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.3.4 - 1...
- Page 26 The system configuration can be set through manual selections or done automatically. In the automatic configuration, the system changes the configuration to what it determines is installed. Subtopics 5.4.1 Set Configuration Menu ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.4 - 1...
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Page 27: Set Configuration Menu
Note: If the configuration is changed during service, refer the customer to the Guide to Operations to restore the system configuration to the original configuration. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 5.4.1 - 1... -
Page 28: Hardware Maintenance Service Pamphlets
Use the Symptom-to-FRU Index to have the proper replacement FRUs available when you service the failing system. The service pamphlets and the Advanced Diagnostics Diskettes are located in the Hardware Maintenance Service manual. ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 6.0 - 1... -
Page 29: Display Self-Test
2-35 mm (0.08-1.38 in.) wide on the top, or bottom, or both. 8507, 8508: 2-20 mm (0.08-0.79 in.) wide on the top, or bottom, or both. Printed in the United States of America ¦ Copyright IBM Corp. 1990 7.0 - 1...