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System Messages
System messages appear on the screen to notify you of a possible problem with the system. Table 1-6 lists
the system messages that can occur and the probable cause and corrective action for each message.
NOTE: If you receive a system message that is not listed in Table 1-6, check the documentation for the application
that is running when the message appears or the operating system's documentation for an explanation of the
message and recommended action.
CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the
components inside the system. See your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety
precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.
Memory configuration error. See "Troubleshooting System Memory" on page 103.
Possible system board resource
and/or system board hardware
failure.
See "Troubleshooting IRQ Assignment Conflicts" on page 96. If
the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 123.
Possible system resource
configuration error.
See "Troubleshooting Your System" on page 95.
If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 123.
Other failure. Ensure that the diskette drive, optical drive, and hard drives are
properly connected. See "Troubleshooting Your System" on
page 95 for the appropriate drive installed in your system.
If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 123.
The system is in a normal
operating condition after
POST.
Information only.
Table 1-5. Diagnostic Indicator Codes During POST (continued)
Code Causes Corrective Action
Table 1-6. System Messages
Message Causes Corrective Actions
Alert! Air temperature
sensor not detected.
The front panel thermal diode cable is
improperly installed or has failed.
Verify that cables are firmly seated in the
connectors on the front I/O panel and
the system board. See "Front I/O Panel
(Service Only Parts Procedure)" on
page 89.
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