Chapter 4: System Resources; Beep Codes; Displayed Error Messages - TYAN THUNDER I840 User Manual

Chapter 4: System Resources

First things to check when theres an error: memory, video, and CPU. Since this board has built-in
video, you will only need to check memory and CPU if there is a problem.

4.1 Beep Codes

Fatal errors, which halt the boot process, are communicated through a series of audible beeps. If AMI-
BIOS POST can initialize the system video display, it displays the error message. Displayed error mes-
sages, in most cases, allow the system to continue to boot. Displayed error messages are described on
p. 39-41. See below for the beep code explanations.
Troubleshooting System Problems
If the computer beeps...
5 times...*
6 times...*

4.2 Displayed Error Messages

If an error occurs after the system display has been initialized, the error message will be displayed in the
following format:
and the system will halt. The system will not half of the "Wait for <F1> If Any Error" option in Advanced
Setup is set to Disabled.
may also appear. Press [F1] to run WINBIOS Setup if this message appears.
* beep codes subject to change without notice
38
then...
re-seat the memory. If the system still beeps, replace the memory.
try a different keyboard. If the error occurs again, return the board to your
dealer for a replacement.
ERROR Message Line 1
ERROR Message Line 2
Press <F1> to continue
RUN SETUP UTILITY
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