Diagnostic Programs And Error Messages - IBM IntelliStation M Pro 6220 User Manual

Table 4. POST error messages (continued)
POST message Description
01298001 No update data is available for the processor.
Action: Update the system BIOS code to a level that supports the microprocessors installed
in the computer.
I9990650 ac power has been restored.
Action: No action is required. This message appears each time ac power is restored to the
computer after an ac power loss.
Other Numbers POST found an error.
Action: Follow the instructions on the screen.

Diagnostic programs and error messages

The system diagnostic programs are stored on a hidden partition on your computer
hard disk. These programs are the primary method of testing the major components
of your computer.
You can also download the latest version of the diagnostics programs from
http://www/ibm.com/pc/support/ and use the downloaded file to create an IBM
Enhanced Diagnostics diskette. See "Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics
diskette" on page 103 for instructions.
Note: When using diagnostics with a USB keyboard and mouse attached, first go
Diagnostic error messages indicate that a problem exists; they are not intended to
be used to identify a failing part. Troubleshooting and servicing complex problems
that are indicated by error messages should be performed by trained service
personnel.
Sometimes the first error to occur causes additional errors. In this case, the
computer displays more than one error message. Always follow the suggested
action instructions for the first error message that appears.
The following sections contain the error codes that might be displayed in the
detailed test log and summary log, when running the diagnostic programs.
The error code format is as follows:
fff-ttt-iii-date-cc-text message
where:
fff
ttt
into the Configuration/Setup Utility and enable USB emulation.
1. Restart the computer and press F1 to access the Configuration/Setup
Utility.
2. Select Devices and I/O Ports.
3. Select USB Setup.
4. Ensure that USB Keyboard and Mouse are enabled.
is the three-digit function code that indicates the function being tested when
the error occurred. For example, function code 201 is for memory.
is the three-digit failure code for the exact test failure. (These codes are for
trained service personnel and are described in the Hardware Maintenance
Manual.)
Chapter 5. Solving problems
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