Power-On Self-Test (Post); Post Beep Codes - IBM 6219 - IntelliStation M - Pro Hardware Maintenance Manual
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Power-on self-test (POST)
When you turn on the computer, the power-on self-test (POST) performs a series of
tests to check the operation of system components and some of the installed
options.
If POST finishes without detecting any problems, the first window of your operating
system or application program appears.
If POST detects a problem, more than one beep sounds and an error message
appears on your screen.
Notes:
1. If you have a user password set, you must type the password and press Enter,
2. A single problem might cause several error messages. When this occurs, work
POST beep codes
The possible types of beep codes are:
No beeps
Continuous beep
Beep codes for specific failures
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when prompted, before the operating system will start.
to correct the cause of the first error message. After you correct the cause of
the first error message, the other error messages usually will be resolved the
next time you run the test.
If no beep occurs after your computer completes POST, see "Undetermined
problems" on page 98.
Your startup (boot) microprocessor has failed, or your system board or
speaker subsystem might contain a failing component. If the system
continues through POST with no errors, see "General checkout" on page 1.
If no video appears, the startup processor has failed.
Beep codes indicating specific system problems. For complete list of beep
codes see "POST error codes" on page 90.
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