Compaq AP500 Computer Accessories User Manual


 
4-28 Diagnostic Tools
Printer
Table 4-16
Parallel Printer Test Error Codes
Error Code Description Recommended Action
401-xx Printer failed or is not connected. The following steps apply to 401-xx through 403-xx:
1. Connect the printer.
402-xx Printer port test failed.
2. Check power to the printer.
403-xx Printer pattern test failed.
3. Install the loop-back connector and retest.
4. Replace system board and retest.
Diskette Drive
Table 4-17
Diskette Drive Test Error Codes
Error Code Description Recommended Action
600-xx Diskette ID drive types test failed. The following steps apply to error codes 600-xx
through 698-xx:
601-xx Diskette format failed. 1. Replace the diskette media and retest.
602-xx Diskette read test failed. 2. Check and/or replace the diskette power and signal
cables and retest.
603-xx Diskette write, read, compare test failed. 3. Replace the diskette drive and retest.
604-xx Diskette random seek test failed. 4. Replace the system board and retest.
605-xx Diskette ID media test failed.
606-xx Diskette speed test failed.
609-xx Diskette reset controller failed.
610-xx Diskette change line test failed.
697-xx Diskette type error
698-xx Diskette drive speed is not within limits.
699-xx Diskette drive/media error 1. Replace media.
2. Run Computer Setup and Computer Checkup.