IBM MICRO TOWER 2169 User Manual

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Table 2-1

BIOS Error Codes, Messages, and Beeps List

BIOS Error Codes,
Messages, beeps

Action/FRU

NOTE:

To diagnose a problem, first find the BIOS error

messages, codes, or beeps in left column. If directed to a
check procedure, replace the FRU indicated in the check
procedure. If no check procedure is indicated, the first
Action/FRU listed in right column is the most likely cause.

Secondary master
hard disk failure

Secondary slave hard
disk failure

A warning message to indicate there
has been change of IDE Primary
(Secondary) Channel Master (Slave)
device.

Load default settings in Setup.

Check IDE drive jumper. See ”3.5-In.
Hard Disk Drive Jumper Locations” on
page 133.

IDE drive power.

IDE drive cable/connection.

IDE drive.

Hard Disk(s) failure
(40)

Hard Disk Drive controller diagnostics
failed.

Non-System disk or
disk error

Replace and strike
any key when ready

Insert a system disk into Drive A: and
press <Enter>.

If you assumed the system would boot
from the hard drive, make sure the
controller is inserted correctly and all
cables are properly attached.

Be sure the disk is formatted as a boot
device. Then reboot the system.

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