Code
Beeps
POST Routine Description
F4h
1
Output one beep before boot
F5h
Boot to Mini DOS
F6h
Clear Huge Segment
F7h
Boot to Full DOS
Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error
Message
LCD-Related Symptoms
Symptom / Error
The LCD backlight doesn't work.
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The LCD is too dark.
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The LCD brightness cannot be
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adjusted.
The LCD contrast cannot be adjusted.
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The LCD screen is unreadable.
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Missing pels in characters.
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The screen appears abnormal.
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The wrong color is displayed.
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The LCD has extra horizontal or vertical
lines displayed.
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Action in Sequence
Run BOIS Utility to execute "Load Setup Default Settings",
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then reboot the notebook.
Reconnect the LCD connectors.
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Test or replace the keyboard (if contrast and brightness
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function key doesn't work).
Check the LCD inverter ID.
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Test or replace the LCD cable.
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Test or replace the LCD inverter.
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Test or replace the LCD.
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Test or replace the system board.
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Reconnect the LCD connector.
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Check the LCD inverter ID.
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Test or replace the LCD cable.
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Test or replace the LCD inverter.
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Test or replace the LCD.
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Test or replace the system board.
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Check the LCD inverter ID.
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Test or replace the LCD inverter.
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Test or replace the LCD cable.
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Test or replace the LCD.
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Test or replace the system board.
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