Chapter 4: Diagnostics; Beep Codes; Flash Utility - TYAN S8225 User Manual

Chapter 4: Diagnostics

If you experience problems with setting up your system, always check the
following things in the following order:
By checking these items, you will most likely find out what the problem might
have been when setting up your system. For more information on
troubleshooting, check the TYAN

4.1 - Beep Codes

Fatal errors, which halt the boot process, are communicated through two
kinds of audible beeps.
A single long beep followed by two short beeps: It indicates that a
Video error has occurred.
A single long beep repeatedly: It indicates that a DRAM error has
occurred.The most common type of error is a memory error.
Before contacting your vendor or TYAN
note as much as you can about the beep code length and order that you
experience. Also, be ready with information regarding add-in cards, drives
and O/S to speed the support process and come to a quicker solution.

4.2 - Flash Utility

Every BIOS file is unique for the motherboard it was designed for. For Flash
Utilities, BIOS downloads, and information on how to properly use the Flash
Utility with your motherboard, please check the TYAN
Please be aware that by flashing your BIOS, you agree that in the
event of a BIOS flash failure, you must contact your dealer for a
replacement BIOS. There are no exceptions. TYAN
policy for replacing BIOS chips directly with end users. In no event will
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