HP Vectra VE 5/xxx HP Vectra VE 5/xx Series 2, User's Guide - Page 88

5 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Does Not Start Properly Check Internal Items If the PC still does not start properly, follow this procedure to check the internal items: 1 Turn off the display, the computer, and all external devices. 2 Unplug all power cords and cables, noting their positions. Disconnect any telecommunications connection. 3 Remove the cover. 4 Check the following items: Action Reference Check all internal cables. Check that the processor is correctly installed. Ensure they are correctly attached and firmly in place. Refer to "Installing an Upgrade Processor" on page 51. Check that the processor speed Refer to "System Board Connectors and Switches" on page 104. switches have been set correctly. Check that the memory modules Refer to "Installing Memory" on page 24. are correctly installed. Check that accessory boards are Refer to "Installing Accessory Boards" on page 29. firmly seated in their slots. Verify that any switches and jumpers on the accessory boards are properly set. Check that the switches on the system board are properly set. Refer to the manuals that came with each board. Refer to "System Board Connectors and Switches" on page 104. 5 Replace the cover. 6 Reconnect all cables and power cords. 7 Turn on the display and computer. Reconstruct Your PC's Components If your PC still does not start properly, remove all boards and accessories, except the hard disk drive. Start the PC. If the PC now works, add the boards and accessories one at a time to determine which one is causing the problem. 76 English