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Aptiva - 2139/2153 Diagnostics - Undetermined problems

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If an error code is present, go to "Index of Symptoms, Messages, Error Codes, or Beeps" . If no error code is present, continue with this check. Check the power supply voltages (see "Power Supply Cable Connector Specifications" on page 5-15 of the HMM). If the voltages are correct, return here and continue with the following steps:

1. Power off the system unit.

2. Perform the following checks, one by one, until you have isolated the problem FRU (refer to "Parts/Test Point Locations" on page 5-1 of the HMM for locations):
À Load default settings in setup.
À Check all system board jumper positions and switch settings.
À Check all adapter card jumper positions.
À Check all device jumper positions.
À Check all cables and connectors for proper installation.
If the jumpers, switch, and voltage settings are correct, return here and continue:

3. Remove or disconnect the following, one at a time:
À Non-IBM devices
À External devices
À Any adapters
À Modem card, if installed
À CD-ROM drive
À Diskette drive
À Hard disk drive
À DIMM
À Processor
À System board

4. Power on the system unit.

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until you find the failing device or adapter.

6. If software related, reload software from Recovery CD.

If the symptom changes, go to "Index of Symptoms, Messages, Error Codes, or Beeps" or to the check procedure for the last item tested. Replace the last item tested if the system operates normally after removing the last item.

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Diagnostics

Date Created

07-01-99

Last Updated

18-02-99

Revision Date

18-02-2000

Brand

IBM Aptiva

Product Family

Aptiva

Machine Type

2139, 2153

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