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2-6 Troubleshooting
Was a nonbootable diskette loaded in the diskette drive at power-up?
Are all switch settings correct?
Have all jumper settings been set as instructed by the configuration utility?
Was Computer Setup run after installing options (memory, disk drives, expansion
boards, etc.) and before installing industry standard architecture (ISA) boards?
2.3.2 Power Problems
This section identifies some quick checks for power-related problems.
Table 2-2
Solutions for Power Problems
Problem Possible Solution
Computer will not turn on. Ensure that the computer is connected to a power source.
Cables to the external power source may be unplugged. Ensure that
cables connecting the computer and the external source are plugged
in properly.
A PCI or ISA card that has been installed may be defective. Remove
any adapter card that was just installed.
Computer does not automatically
display the date and time.
(Date/Time not set)
The real-time clock (RTC) battery may need to be replaced. See
Chapter 5 for replacement procedures.
Computer powered off
automatically.
The unit temperature may have been exceeded. Check the fan for
function and blockage.
Check to ensure that the power cord is securely plugged into the wall
and the unit.