Boot-Up Failure; Post Failure; Cardbus Failure - Compaq ARMADA 6500 SM Service Manual

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Boot-up Failure

Problem
The computer is turned on and the following conditions
apply:
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The computer's power is on. (green power LED is lit.)
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There is no screen display.

POST Failure

Problem
The computer is turned on and the following happens:
•
There is power to the system and the hard drive seems
to be spinning.
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The computer emits a series of beeps.

Cardbus Failure

Problem
The Cardbus slots do not work.
3-4 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Procedure
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System in Suspend Mode. Press the
Suspend/Power button.
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System possibly hung after using a screen saver.
Press the Reset button located on the rear of the
computer next to the PS/2 connector (Figure1-3).
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Check the DRAM connections to be sure they are
secure.
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Check the LCD connections.
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Check the system board power circuit.
Troubleshooting Procedure
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A POST failure usually indicates a memory, BIOS,
or hard drive failure. Refer to the table at the end
of this chapter for a list of Beep Codes.
Troubleshooting Procedure
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Reseat the Cardbus assembly cable.
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Replace the Cardbus Assembly.
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Replace the Motherboard.