IBM Aptiva 2159 Manual

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Index of Symptoms, Messages, Error Codes, orBeepsTable 2-1 on page 2-10 lists failure symptoms and possible causes. Themost likely cause is listed first. Make sure you complete all items in thecause or “Action/FRU” column. When servicing a system, always begin with“Start” on page 2-2. This index can also be used to help you decide whichFRUs to have available when servicing a system.If you are unable to correct the problem using this index, go to“Undetermined Problem” on page 2-69.Notes:1. If an error message and incorrect audio response occur, diagnose theerror message first.2. If you cannot run the Diagnostics tests but did receive a POST errorcode, diagnose the POST error message.3. If you did not receive any error message, look for a description of yourerror symptoms in the first part of this index.4. Check all power supply voltages, switch, and jumper settings before youreplace the system board. Also check the power supply voltages if youhave a system no-power condition. (See “Power Supply” on page 2-35and “System Board Layout” on page 5-2)In Table 2-1 on page 2-10, an X in an error code can be any number. Ifyou are unable to correct the problem using this index, go to “UndeterminedProblem” on page 2-69.If you observe: Go to:Symptoms that are not beeps or error codes Page 2-10Beeps in any combination Page 2-26Error codes displayed on the screen Page 2-29Check Procedures 2-9