Appendix C
POST Error Messages
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102
POST Numeric Codes and Text Messages
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103
Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes
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108
Appendix D
Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
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112
Safety and Comfort
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112
Before You Call for Technical Support
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112
Helpful Hints
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113
Solving General Problems
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115
Solving Power Problems
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119
Solving Diskette Problems
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121
Solving Hard Drive Problems
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124
Solving Media Card Reader Problems
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127
Solving Display Problems
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129
Solving Audio Problems
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134
Solving Printer Problems
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136
Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems
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138
Solving Hardware Installation Problems
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140
Solving Network Problems
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142
Solving Memory Problems
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145
Solving Processor Problems
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147
Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems
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148
Solving USB Flash Drive Problems
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150
Solving Front Panel Component Problems
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151
Solving Internet Access Problems
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152
Solving Software Problems
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155
Contacting Customer Support
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156
Appendix E
Password Security and Resetting CMOS
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157
Resetting the Password Jumper
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158
Clearing and Resetting the CMOS
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159
Appendix F
Drive Protection System (DPS)
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161
Accessing DPS Through Computer Setup
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162
Appendix G
Computer Diagnostic Features
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163
Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics
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163
Accessing HP Vision Diagnostics
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163
Survey Tab
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164
Test Tab
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165
Status Tab
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166
History Tab
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166
Errors Tab
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166
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