Chapter 12
Troubleshooting
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If a NetServer configuration error is reported during the startup routine, clear the
CMOS memory as described under "Clearing the CMOS Configuration," and
restart the NetServer.
Hardware Problems
This section describes what to do if you have problems with your monitor, mass
storage devices, printer, accessory boards, keyboard, or mouse.
The Monitor Does Not Work
NOTE
If the NetServer has a large amount of memory installed, it
may take 30 seconds for the first screen to display.
1. If nothing is displayed on the screen, but the computer starts and you have
verified that the keyboard, disk drives, and other peripheral devices are
functioning properly:
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Check that the monitor is plugged in and power is turned on.
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Check that the brightness and contrast controls of the monitor are
properly set.
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Check that the monitor video cable is securely connected to the
computer.
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Turn off the monitor and computer and unplug them from the power
outlet. Disconnect the video cable from the computer and examine the
video cable connector pins to see if they are bent. If they are, carefully
straighten them.
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If you have manually configured any accessories, check that each does
not use the same I/O address as the integrated video interface (03B0h
to 03DFh.) Refer to the documentation supplied with the accessory for
more information.
Check the video board is correctly seated in its slot.
2. If the display image does not align with the screen (usually after you have
changed resolutions), use the display's controls to center the image. Refer
to the monitor manual for information about the controls.
3. If the screens generated by the NOS do not look right, check the operating
system manual to find out which video standard is required. Also check
your monitor manual to find out which refresh rate is required.
