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1 System setup
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Are the BIOS configuration settings in the BIOS Setup Utility correct?
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Is the operating system properly loaded? Refer
to the operating system documentation.
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Are all hardware components compliant with the tested
components lists?
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Are all internal cables correctly connected and secured?
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Is the processor properly seated in its mainboard socket?
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Are all standoffs in the proper location and not touching
any components, causing a potential short?
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Are all add-in expansion cards fully seated in their mainboard slots?
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Are all system jumpers correctly set?
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Are all switch settings on add-in boards and peripheral
devices correct?
To check these settings, refer to the manufacturer’s documentation
that comes with them. If applicable, ensure that there are no
conflicts (e.g., two add-in boards sharing the same interrupt).
Hardware diagnostic testing
This section provides a detailed approach to identifying a
hardware problem and its cause.
Checking the boot-up status
Caution:
Before disconnecting any peripheral cables from the
workstation, turn off the system and any peripheral devices. Failure
to do so can cause permanent damage to the system and/or the
peripheral device.
1
Turn off the system and all external peripheral devices.
2
Disconnect all peripheral devices from the system, except for
the keyboard and the display monitor.
3
Make sure the system power cord is plugged into a properly
grounded AC outlet and in the power supply module cord socket.
4
Make sure the display monitor and keyboard are correctly
connected to the system.