Chapter 6. Symptom-To-Fru Index; Beep Symptoms - IBM 8836 - Eserver xSeries 306 Maintenance And Troubleshooting Manual
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Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU index
The symptom-to-FRU index lists symptoms, errors, and the possible causes. The
most likely cause is listed first. Use this symptom-to-FRU index to help you decide
which FRUs to have available when servicing the server.
Notes:
1. Check the configuration before you replace a FRU. Configuration problems can
2. For IBM devices not supported by this index, refer to the manual for that device.
3. Always start with "General checkout" on page 17.
4. Some tables have more than two columns; in those instances, more than one
5. Always try reseating a suspected component or reconnecting a cable before
The left-hand column of the tables in this index lists error codes or messages, and
the right-hand column lists one or more suggested actions or FRUs to replace.
The POST BIOS code displays POST error codes and messages on the screen.
Beep symptoms
Beep symptoms are short tones or a series of short tones separated by pauses
(intervals without sound). See the examples in the following table.
Beeps
1-2-3
4
One beep after successfully completing POST indicates that the server is
functioning correctly.
Note: See Chapter 7, "Parts listing xSeries 306 Type 1878, 8489 and 8836," on page 75 to determine which
components are replaceable by the customer, and which components must be replaced by a field service technician.
Beep/symptom
1-1-3
(CMOS write/read test failed)
1-1-4
(BIOS EEPROM checksum failed)
1-2-1
(Programmable Interval Timer failed)
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cause false errors and symptoms.
column on the left is required to describe the error symptom. Take the action (or
replace the FRU) suggested first in the list of the right-hand column, then try the
server again to see if the problem has been corrected before taking further
action.
replacing the component.
Description
v One beep
v A pause (or break)
v Two beeps
v A pause (or break)
v Three beeps
Four continuous beeps
FRU/action
1. Battery
2. System board
System board
System board
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