Power-On Self-Test (Post); Post Beep Codes; Post Error Messages - IBM IntelliStation M Pro Installation Manual

Power-on self-test (POST)

When you turn on the computer, POST performs a series of tests to check the
operation of system components and some of the installed options.
If POST finishes without detecting any problems, the first window of your operating
system or application program opens.
If POST detects a problem, more than one beep sounds, and an error message
appears on your screen.
Notes:
1. If you have set a user password, you must type the password and press Enter,
2. A single problem might cause several error messages. When this occurs, work

POST beep codes

Use the following beep codes to help diagnose and solve problems that are
detected during startup:
No beeps
Continuous beep
Beep codes for specific failures

POST error messages

The following table provides an abbreviated list of the error messages that might
appear during startup.
Note: See the User's Guide on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD for more
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when prompted, before the operating system will start.
to correct the cause of the first error message. After you correct the cause of
the first error message, the other error messages usually will be resolved the
next time you run the test.
If no beep occurs after your computer completes POST, call for service.
Your microprocessor has failed, or your system board or speaker
subsystem might contain a failing component. If the system continues
through POST with no errors, call for service. If no video appears, the
microprocessor has failed. Call for service.
Beep codes indicating specific system problems are listed in the User's
Guide on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD.
information about the POST error messages.
POST Failing device or
message problem found
162 Change in device
configuration
163 Time of day has not
been set
164 Change in memory
configuration
201 Failing DIMM
Suggested action
Make sure that your optional devices are turned on
and installed correctly.
Set the correct date and time.
Make sure that your memory is installed properly;
then, restart the computer and run the
Configuration/Setup Utility program.
Make sure that the memory is fully seated and
installed correctly.