Chapter 2 - Installation
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Step 9 Perform Initial Test and Configuration
Review the following before powering up the system:
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make sure that all adapter cards are seated properly,
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make sure all connectors are properly installed,
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if the math coprocessor is used, make sure it is seated properly,
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make sure there are no screws or other foreign material on the motherboard,
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plug the system into a surge-protected power strip, and
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make sure blank back panels are installed on the back of the chassis to minimize RF emissions.
S t a r t t h e T e s t
S t a r t t h e T e s t
Plug everything in and turn the unit on. If there are any problems, turn off the unit immediately. Reinstall the connectors. Call
Technical Support if there are additional problems. If the system operates normally, a display should appear on the monitor. The
BIOS Power On Self Test (POST) should execute. If POST does not run successfully, it will beep or display error messages. If the
system beeps, a serious problem exists with the system configuration or hardware. The beeps are part of a Beep Code (see page
24) that indicates a bad or improperly installed component. Make sure the affected part is properly seated and connected. An error
message can appear on the monitor if the error is less serious. Recheck the system configuration or the connections and make sure
proper installation procedures were followed.
C o n f i g u r e t h e S y s t e m
C o n f i g u r e t h e S y s t e m
Run AMIBIOS Setup. You must enter the requested information and save the configuration data in CMOS RAM. The system will
then reset, run POST, and boot the operating system. See the documentation on configuring the system through Standard CMOS
Setup which begins on page 35.
