Post Error Messages - IBM 6223 User Manual

POST error messages

The following table provides information about the POST error messages that can
appear during startup.
Table 5. POST error messages
POST message Description
062 The computer failed to start on three consecutive attempts.
All caches are disabled. Repeatedly turning the computer on and off or resetting the computer
might cause this problem.
Action: Complete the following steps to correct the problem:
1. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and make sure that all settings are correct.
2. Install a new battery. See "Replacing the battery" on page 101 for instructions.
If the problem remains, call for service. When the problem is corrected, be sure to enable the
caches.
101, 102, and 106 An error occurred during the system board and microprocessor test.
Action: Call for service.
151 A real-time clock (RTC) error occurred.
Action: Call for service.
161 The real-time clock battery has failed.
Action: Replace the battery yourself or call for service.
You can use the computer until you replace the battery. However, you must run the
Configuration/Setup Utility program and set the time and date and other custom settings each
time you turn on the computer.
162 A change in device configuration occurred. This error occurs under one or more of the
following conditions:
v A new device has been installed.
v A device has been moved to a different location or cable connection.
v A device has been removed or disconnected from a cable.
v A device is failing and is no longer recognized by the computer as being installed.
v An external device is not turned on.
v An invalid checksum is detected in the battery-backed memory.
Action: Make sure that all external devices are turned on. You must turn on external devices
before turning on the computer.
If you did not add, remove, or change the location of a device, a device is probably failing.
Running the diagnostic program might isolate the failing device. See "Using the IBM Enhanced
Diagnostics diskette" on page 97.
If the problem remains, call for service.
163 The time of day has not been set.
Action: Set the date and time. If the date and time are set correctly and saved but the 163
error message reappears, call for service.
You can use the computer until the system is serviced, but any application programs that use
the date and time will be affected.
Use the Cache Control selection in the Advanced Setup menu of the Configuration/Setup
Utility program to enable the caches.
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