Operating instructions
Table Of Contents
- User's Manual
- Notice
- Contents
- Chapter 1: Introduction
- Chapter 2: Using The Computer
- Chapter 3: Advanced Controls
- Overview
- Advanced Video Controls
- Display Devices
- Display Options
- Enabling Other Displays
- Power Management Features
- Enabling Power Management/Options
- Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities
- Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities
- Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer
- Chapter 7: Troubleshooting
- Appendix A. Specifications
- Glossary
BIOS Utilities
POST Screen 5 - 5
5
Failing the POST
Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories,
“fatal” and “non-fatal”.
Fatal Errors
These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something
seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service
representative or authorized service center as soon as possible.
Non-Fatal Errors
This kind of error still allows you to boot. You will get a message
identifying the problem (make a note of this message!) followed by
the prompt:
• Press <F1> to resume,
• <F2> to enter Setup
Press F1 to see if the boot process can continue. It may work, without
the correct configuration.
Press F2 to run the Setup program and try to correct the problem. If
you still get an error message after you change the setting, or if the
“cure” seems even worse, call for help.