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MegaDual PCI Motherboard User’s Guide 54
Step 13 Test and Configure
Review the following points before powering up:
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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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make sure the CPU 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.
Start the Test Plug everything in and turn on the switch. If there are any signs of a problem, turn off the
unit immediately. Reinstall the connectors. Call Technical Support if there are problems.
BIOS Errors 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. Beeps indicate a
serious problem with the system configuration or hardware. The Beep Code indicates the
problem. AMIBIOS Beep Codes are defined in the
AMIBIOS Technical Reference guide .
Make sure the affected part is properly seated and connected. An error message is
displayed if the error is less serious. Recheck the system configuration or the
connections.
Configure the System Run AMIBIOS Setup. You must enter the requested information and save the
configuration data in NVRAM. The system will then reset, run POST, and boot the
operating system. See the following chapter for information on configuring the computer.