A–2
Troubleshooting Guide
Post Error Messages
102-System
Board Failure
None
DMA, timers, and so
forth.
1. Clear CMOS. (See
Appendix B, “Password
Security and Resetting
CMOS.”)
2. Remove expansion boards.
3. Replace the system board.
103-System
Board Failure
None
DMA, timers, and so
forth.
1. Clear CMOS. (See
Appendix B, “Password
Security and Resetting
CMOS.”)
2. Remove expansion boards.
3. Replace the system board.
150-SafePost
Active
None
A PCI expansion card
is not responding.
1. Restart the computer.
2. Disable SafePost.
3. If the expansion card
does not respond, replace
the card.
162-System
Options Not Set
2S*
Configuration incorrect.
RTC (real-time clock)
battery may need to
be replaced. Battery
life is approximately
3–5 years.
Run Computer Setup.
Reset the date and time under
Control Panel.
If the problem
persists, replace the RTC
battery. See the
Hardware
Reference Guide
for
instructions on installing a new
battery, or contact your Compaq
authorized dealer or reseller for
RTC battery replacement.
*L = Long, S = Short
Numeric Codes and Text Messages
(Continued)
Code/Message
Beeps
Probable Cause
Recommended Action
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