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Ch 11 Troubleshooting, Checklist for Minor Problems

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11-1 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information on how to identify and correct some common disk, display, memory, network, SCSI, and software problems. It also identifies and explains some common messages you may receive on the screen. Consult Appendix D, "POST Error Messages," for an explanation of specific messages that may display during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) at startup. Checklist for Minor Problems If you encounter a minor problem with your workstation, refer to the following list of general suggestions before taking further action: Check that the workstation and monitor are plugged into a working grounded AC outlet. s Check to see that the workstation is turned on and the green power light is on. s Check to see that the monitor is turned on and the green monitor light is on. s Turn up the brightness and contrast controls of the monitor if the monitor is dim. s Press and hold any key. If the system beeps, then your keyboard is operating correctly. s Check all cable connections for loose connections or incorrect connections. Compaq Professional Workstation AP500 Reference Guide

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11-1
Compaq Professional Workstation AP500 Reference Guide
Chapter 11
Troubleshooting
This chapter provides information on how to identify and correct some
common disk, display, memory, network, SCSI, and software problems. It
also identifies and explains some common messages you may receive on the
screen.
Consult Appendix D, “POST Error Messages,” for an explanation of specific
messages that may display during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) at startup.
Checklist for Minor Problems
If you encounter a minor problem with your workstation, refer to the
following list of general suggestions before taking further action:
Check that the workstation and monitor are plugged into a working grounded
AC outlet.
■
Check to see that the workstation is turned on and the green power
light is on.
■
Check to see that the monitor is turned on and the green monitor light
is on.
■
Turn up the brightness and contrast controls of the monitor if the
monitor is dim.
■
Press and hold any key. If the system beeps, then your keyboard is
operating correctly.
■
Check all cable connections for loose connections or incorrect
connections.