Error Codes And Messages - IBM 2196 User Manual
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Error codes and messages
When you see error codes and messages on your screen, find the error code or
message in the following table, then take the applicable corrective action or actions.
Table 4: Error codes and messages
Error codes
Error messages
161
CMOS battery failed
162
CMOS checksum error
164
Memory size error
201
Memory test fail
301
Keyboard error or
no Keyboard present
662
Floppy disk fail (80)
662
Floppy disk(s) fail (40)
Note: If any of the errors persist after performing the listed corrective actions, see
"HelpWare support and services" on page 2-1 for information on obtaining service.
Corrective actions
1. Load the default setting in Setup and
reboot the system.
1. Make sure the equipment (diskette
drive, hard disk drive, keyboard,
mouse, etc.) are connected properly
and are defined correctly in BIOS
Setup.
2. Load default settings in setup.
3. Replace the CMOS battery.
1. Determine if memory has been added
or removed since the last boot.
1. Determine if the memory modules are
properly seated in the DIMM sockets,
then reboot the system.
2. Replace the memory module.
1. Determine if the keyboard cable is
connected properly and is defined
correctly in BIOS Setup.
2. If the error still shows after doing option
1, change your keyboard. It may be
defective.
1. Unable to reset floppy subsystem. Load
the default Setup setting.
1. Floppy Type dismatch. Check the BIOS
Setting.
Diagnosing and recovering from problems 10-17
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