
Rockwell Automation Publication 6155R-UM002E-EN-P - February 2014
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System Troubleshooting
Chapter 5
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Is the BIOS properly configured? You can restore the default BIOS
settings by either of the following methods:
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Load system defaults as detailed in
.
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Use the CMOS jumper to reset the BIOS as detailed in
Issues after Startup
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If an issue is intermittent, you can have a loose connection. Verify that the
following items are secure or properly installed:
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All connections to the computer
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Any captive thumbscrews for the drive assembly
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The memory modules
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Does your computer have a virus? Run an antivirus software.
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Is the BIOS properly configured? To restore the default BIOS settings, see
.
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If there is a flickering display or a locked computer, restart the computer as
specified in
Restart the Computer on page 27
. Although the computers
have a regulated and protected power supply, a transient voltage in the
power line or peripheral cable can cause errors.
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Is the drive’s data cable properly connected? Verify that the computer can
start from an external bootable device.
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Is the computer overheating? Verify the following:
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Any fan (if available) is working.
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Any fan filter (if available) is clean.
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Any cooling method (such as heat sink and vents) is not blocked.
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There is proper clearance as detailed in
.
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The air temperature is not exceeding its rated specification in
Issues Running New Software
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Does the software have a hardware requirement that is not present?
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Are you using an authorized copy of the software? Some software does not
work without proper activation.
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Did the software install correctly? Reinstall the software.
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Are you following the software’s instructions? Refer to the software
vendor’s user manual.