User`s guide

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Contents
4. Solving Problems 99
Resetting the System 99
Initial System Startup 99
Checklist 100
Running New Application Software 101
Checklist 101
After the System Has Been Running Correctly 102
Checklist 102
More Problem-solving Procedures 103
Preparing the System for Diagnostic Testing 103
Using PCDiagnostics 103
Monitoring POST 104
Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights 104
Confirming Loading of the Operating System 104
Specific Problems and Corrective Actions 105
Power Light Does Not Light 105
No Beep Codes 106
No Characters Appear on Screen 106
Characters Are Distorted or Incorrect 107
System Cooling Fans Do Not Rotate Properly 107
Diskette Drive Activity Light Does Not Light 108
Hard Disk Drive Activity Light Does Not Light 108
CD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light 109
Network Problems 109
PCI Installation Tips 109
Problems with Application Software 110
Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected 110
Error and Informational Messages 110
POST Codes and Countdown Codes 111
POST Error Codes and Messages 116