Solving Memory Problems; Running The Monitor Self-Test - Compaq Armada 4200 Reference Manual

Solving Memory Problems

Some common causes and solutions for memory problems are
listed in the following table.
Problem
Memory count
during Power-On
Self-Test (POST) is
incorrect.
"Out of Memory"
message is
displayed on the
screen, or
insufficient memory
error occurs during
operation.

Running the Monitor Self-Test

You can perform a "self-test" on an external VGA color or
monochrome monitor by disconnecting the monitor from the
computer. To do so, complete the following steps:
1. Turn off the monitor.
2. Turn off the computer.
3. Disconnect the monitor signal cable from the computer.
4. Turn on the monitor and allow it to warm up for one minute.
5. The screen should be white. A narrow black border may also
appear on the left and right sides of the monitor screen. Either
condition indicates that the monitor is working properly.
Memory Problems and Solutions
Possible Cause
Optional memory
expansion boards are
installed incorrectly.
System ran out of
memory for the
application.
Too many terminate-
and-stay resident
(TSR) applications
are running at the
same time.
Solution
Ensure that the memory
expansion boards have
been installed correctly.
Check the application
documentation for
memory requirements and
add more memory if
needed.
Install additional memory.
Disable any TSR
applications you do not
need.
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