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Workstation 4 and 4 LX Field Service Guide
WS4 Troubleshooting
Introduction
Introduction
This chapter contains the following sections.
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Software Utilities
This section describes the diagnostics utilities we have found useful in testing and
troubleshooting the Workstation 4.
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Diagnostics Overview
This section provides tips and procedures specific to troubleshooting the
Workstation 4.
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Operational Troubleshooting
This section groups Workstation 4 operational problems into a single section
including situations where the unit does not power-up. Useful for troubleshooting
the unit in a field situation.
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Testing the Power Supply
When the workstation will not start, this section describes how to determine if the
power supply or system board is at fault.
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LCD Display Related
This section lists all display and display quality problems.
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Touchscreen Related
This section provides information on touchscreen lock-up and calibration issues.
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Local Area Network (LAN) Related
This section provides network related issues.
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Mechanical Related
This section covers any issues related to the Workstation 4 casework.
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Peripheral Related
This section covers peripherals including IDN printing.
Software Utilities
WS Diagnostics Utility
The Workstation 4 is supplied with the DiagUtility, a comprehensive testing and
reporting tool built specifically for the WS4. In addition to testing the POS interfaces
on the System Board, the System Info Screen provides a central location for
determining the hardware and software platform versions.
Running the WS4 Diagnostics Utility
The diagnostics utility is located in the \DOC\Utilities folder.
Procedure:
1. From the Desktop, touch the My Computer icon twice.
2. Touch the DOC icon twice.
3. Touch the Utilities folder twice.