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2. When the computer performs its power-on memory test,
the version numbers of your VGA BIOS and system BIOS
appear at the top of the screen. Quickly write down the
version numbers. If you do not have enough time to do this,
press [cbl)IyJ w and try again.
When you see Press <F2> to run SETUP, press [F21.
3.
Write down the necessary configuration information shown
on the SETUP screens; then exit SETUP without changing
your configuration. (See Chapter 2 of the Setup Guide for
instructions.)
If you are using MS-DOS at the command
4.
and press d
number. Write it down. (If you are using another operating
system, see the manuals that came with it for instructions
on obtaining the version number.)
Error Messages
Your computer's built-in memory (ROM) contains a series of
diagnostics programs, called power-on diagnostics, which your
computer runs automatically every time you turn it on. These
programs check internal devices such as ROM, RAM, the timer,
the keyboard controller, and the hard disk drive.
The RAM test program displays the total amount of memory
currently installed in your system. If the computer finds an
error, it displays an error message on the screen.
If the error is not serious, you see this prompt:
Resume = <F1>
Write down the error message and press [ to continue.
6-2 Troubleshooting
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prompt type VER
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