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First check the external components:
1.
Make sure the system, the monitor and any other external peripher-
als are plugged in and turned on. Confirm that the system and the
power LEDs on any external peripherals are on.
2.
Check that the monitor, keyboard and mouse are properly con-
nected.
3.
Run the CMOS Setup Utility and load the Optimized Defaults.
Reset any other custom settings. Remember to "Save & Exit Setup"
to restart the computer.
If there is still a problem, check the internal components. Turn off and
unplug the system before you remove the system housing cover.
1.
Press all installed DIMMs into the module sockets to make sure
they're fully inserted.
2.
Make sure you used the correct cables to connect the internal
peripherals and that the peripherals are properly connected to the
motherboard. Check the Master/Slave positions on all IDE cables.
If you installed a device that uses ATA-100 mode, make sure it is
connected to the motherboard with an ATA-100 cable to ensure
maximum performance.
3.
Check that all expansion cards are correctly installed and fully
inserted in the expansion slots. Pay particular attention to the AGP
display card if one is installed.
4.
Make sure the processor and its fan/heatsink cooling assembly are
properly installed.
5.
Check all the hardware settings on the motherboard and make sure
they are correct.
6.
When you're done, reassemble the system and try again. If the
problem persists after you have checked all of the above, there may
be a hardware conflict or bug. See the next section for additional
information.
6.6.2 Hardware Configuration Problems
It is possible for system hardware components to conflict with each other.
While all the components and subsystems on the motherboard are
designed and tested to work together, expansion cards and peripheral
devices can be a problem.
Assuming you have gone through the general troubleshooting procedures
and the system still will not start, if you have just added new hardware to
your system, there may be a hardware conflict or bug or a problem with a
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