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Appendix C POST Error Messages
POST Numeric Codes and Text Messages ..................................................................................... 181
Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes .............................................. 188
Appendix D Password Security and Resetting CMOS
Resetting the Password Jumper ...................................................................................................... 192
Clearing and Resetting the CMOS ................................................................................................... 193
Appendix E Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
Safety and Comfort .......................................................................................................................... 195
Before You Call for Technical Support ............................................................................................. 195
Helpful Hints ..................................................................................................................................... 196
Solving General Problems ................................................................................................................ 198
Solving Power Problems .................................................................................................................. 202
Solving Diskette Problems ............................................................................................................... 203
Solving Hard Drive Problems ........................................................................................................... 206
Solving Media Card Reader Problems ............................................................................................. 209
Solving Display Problems ................................................................................................................. 211
Solving Audio Problems ................................................................................................................... 215
Solving Printer Problems .................................................................................................................. 217
Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems .......................................................................................... 218
Solving Hardware Installation Problems ........................................................................................... 220
Solving Network Problems ............................................................................................................... 222
Solving Memory Problems ............................................................................................................... 225
Solving Processor Problems ............................................................................................................ 227
Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems .............................................................................................. 228
Solving Drive Key Problems ............................................................................................................. 230
Solving Front Panel Component Problems ...................................................................................... 231
Solving Internet Access Problems .................................................................................................... 232
Solving Software Problems .............................................................................................................. 234
Contacting Customer Support .......................................................................................................... 235
Appendix F System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators
.......................................................................................................................................................... 236
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 242
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