
BIOS Utilities
The Power-On Self Test (POST) 5 - 3
5
Failing the POST
Errors can be detected during the
POST
. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non-
fatal”.
Fatal Errors
These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong
with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized
service center as soon as possible.
Non-Fatal Errors
This kind of error still allows you to boot. You will get a message identifying the
problem (make a note of this message!) followed by the prompt:
• Press <F1> to resume
• <F2> to enter Setup
Press
F1
to see if the boot process can continue. It may work, without the correct
configuration.
Press
F2
to run the
Setup
program and try to correct the problem. If you still get an
error message after you change the setting, or if the “cure” seems even worse, call
for help.
Summary of Contents for M54N
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Page 20: ...XVIII Preface...
Page 40: ...Quick Start Guide 1 20 1...
Page 68: ...Power Management 3 14 3...
Page 80: ...Drivers Utilities 4 12 4...
Page 94: ...BIOS Utilities 5 14 5...
Page 113: ...Modules Options PC Camera 7 7 7 Figure 7 2 Audio Setup Windows XP...
Page 140: ...Interface Ports Jacks A 6 A...
Page 152: ...Intel Video Driver Controls B 12 B...
Page 158: ...Specifications C 6 C...