Compaq Presario 5000, 5100, and 5200 Series Computers
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Models: 5070, 5184, 5201, 5206, 5221, 5240
Jumper & Switch
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Online Maintenance and Service Guide
Compaq Presario 5200 Series Personal Computers
June 1998
PREFACE
This Maintenance and Service Guide is a troubleshooting guide that can be used for reference when servicing the
Compaq Presario 5200 Series Personal Computers.
Compaq Computer Corporation reserves the right to make changes to the Compaq Presario 5200 Series Personal
Computers without notice.
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WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to
follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss
of life.
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follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of
data.
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NOTE:
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information.
Technician Notes
WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should repair
this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to
allow only subassembly/module level repair. Because of the complexity of the
individual boards and subassemblies, the user should not attempt to make
repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed circuit
board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard. Any indications of
component replacement or printed circuit board modifications may void any
warranty.
instructions.
Serial Number
When requesting information or ordering spare parts, the computer serial number should be provided to Compaq.
The serial number can be found on the front right side of the chassis (between the CD/DVD/Zip drives and the drive
door hinge), and on the rear of the computer above the power supply.
Locating Additional Information
The following documentation is available to support this product:
■ Compaq Presario documentation set
■ Introducing Windows 95 Guide
■ Service Training Guides
■ Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins
■ Compaq QuickFind
■ Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide
■ Compaq Help Center
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Models and model-specific
features
CPU controls and lights
Keyboard controls and lights
Creativity Action Center
Rear components
connector pin
assignments
Power cord set
requirements
general requirements
country-specific
requirements
Click link to see CPU Rear Connectors for 5070, 5184, 5185 model.
Click here to jump to connector pin assignments.
1
VGA monitor
2
Flat-panel monitor (select models)
3
Parallel (printer) port
4
Integrated NIC
5
Keyboard
6
Microphone in
(select models)
7
Speaker or headphone out
8
Ethernet network card
9
Telephone line to wall outlet (select
models)
10
Telephone line to telephone
(ES models)
11
Mouse
12
Audio line in
13
Audio line out
14
Serial port
15
AC
16
Voltage select switch
17
Main power on/off
CAUTION: Do not plug a
phone line into the network
connector or you may damage
the computer
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CPU controls
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lights
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Action
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connectors
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CPU Rear Connectors - 5070, 5184, 5185
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Clickhere to jump to connector pin assignments.
1
Serial port
Specifications
Power cord
set
requirements
2
VGA monitor
3
Parallel (printer) port
4
Dual USB connectors
5
Keyboard
6
Microphone in
7
Audio line out
8
Speaker or headphone out
9
Mouse
10
MIDI Gamepad / joystick
11
AC
12
Voltage select switch
13
Main power on/off
14
Telephone line to wall outlet (select
models)
15
Telephone line to telephone
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and lights
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lights
Creativity
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The power supply needs to be set to 115/230 Volts AC for each country.
The power cord set (flexible cord and wall plug) received with the computer
meets the requirements for use in the country where the computer was
purchased.
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Specifications
Rear CPU
connectors
Power cord
set
requirements
l
Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the
country where you use the computer. For more information on power cord set
requirements, contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service
provider.
General Requirements
The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries:
1
The length of the power cord set must be at least 6.00
feet (1.8 m) and a maximum of 9.75 feet (3.0 m).
2
All power cord sets must be approved by an
acceptable accredited agency responsible for
evaluation in the country where the power cord set will
be used.
3
The power cord set must have a minimum current
capacity of 10A and a nominal voltage rating of 125 or
250 volts AC, as required by each country's power
system.
4
The appliance coupler must meet the mechanical
Country-Specific Requirements
CountryAccredited Agency
configuration of an EN 60 320/IEC 320 Standard Sheet
C13 connector, for mating with appliance inlet on the
Switch Box.
CountryAccredited
Agency
AustraliaEANSW*ItalyIMQ*
AustriaOVE*JapanJIS***
BelgiumCEBC*NorwayNEMKO*
CanadaCSA**SwedenSEMKO*
DenmarkDEMKO*SwitzerlandSEV*
FinlandSETI*United
FranceUTE*United StatesUL**
Kingdom
BSI*
GermanyVDE*
llll
* The flexible cord must be <HAR> Type HO3VV-F, 3conductor, 1.0 mm2 conductor size. Power cord set fittings
(appliance coupler and wall plug) must bear the certification
mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country
where it will be used.
** The flexible cord must be Type SJT-2 or equivalent, No. 18
AWG, 3-conductor. The wall plug must be a two-pole
grounding type with a NEMA 5-15P (15A, 125V) or NEMA 615P (15A, 250V) configuration.
*** The appliance coupler, flexible cord, and wall plug must
bear a "T" mark and registration number in accordance with
the Japanese Dentori Law. Flexible cord must be Type VCT or
VCTF, 3-conductor, 0.75mm2 conductor size. The wall plug
must be a two-pole type with a Japanese Industrial Standard
C8303 (15A, 125V) configuration.
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Preparing the computer
Setup
Accessing Compaq utilities options
Diagnostic error codes
Troubleshooting without diagnostics
Checklist for minor problems
Hardware installation
Power
USB
Monitor
Diskette drive or SuperDisk drive
Hard drive
CD drive
DVD drive
Resolving hardware conflicts
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POST is a series of diagnostic tests that run automatically when the system is turned on. After the
computer is turned on, POST checks the following assemblies to ensure that the computer system is
properly functioning:
■ Keyboard
■ System board
■ Memory modules
■ Video memory
■ Diskette drives
■ Hard drive
■ Power supply
POST also detects the type of mass storage devices installed in the computer.
If POST finds an error in the system, an error condition is indicated by an audible and/or visual
message. The table below gives explanations of the error codes and a recommended course of action.
NOTE:An external speaker must be installed into the speaker output connector to
hear audible beeps during POST.
Click a link below to find the probable cause and recommended action for a given error message.
Diskette Drive A or B ErrorKeyboard Controller ErrorSystem BIOS Shadowed
Extended RAM failed at
offset nnn
Keyboard ErrorSystem Cache Error
Failing Bits nnnOperating System Not
Found
System CMOS Checksum Bad
Fixed Disk 0 or 1 FailureParity Check 1System RAM Failed at Offset, nnn
Fixed Disk Controller FailureParity Check 2System Timer Error
Incorrect Drive A TypeReal Time Clock ErrorUMB Upper Limit Segment
Address nnn
Invalid NVRAM Media TypeSystem Battery is DeadVideo BIOS Shadowed
POST Messages
Error messageProbable CauseRecommended Action
Diskette Drive A or
B Error
Drive A: or B: is present, but fails the
BIOS POST diskette tests
1. Run
2. Replace the signal cables.
3. Replace the drive.
Setup.
Extended RAM
failed at offset nnn
Extended memory not working or not
configured properly
1. Replace the memory modules.
2. Replace the
system board.
Failing Bits nnnnnn is a map of the bits at the RAM
Fixed Disk 0 or 1
Failure
address which failed the memory test
Hard drive is not working or not
configured properly
1. Run Setup.
2. Replace the
1. Run
2. Replace the signal cable.
3. Replace the hard drive.
Setup.
system board.
Fixed Disk
Controller Failure
Incorrect Drive A
Type
Invalid NVRAM
Media Type
Hard drive is not working or not
configured properly
Type of diskette in drive A: not
correctly identified
Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) accessReplace the system board.
1. Run Setup.
2. Replace the
1. Run
2. Replace the
Setup.
system board.
diskette drive.
Keyboard Controller
Error
Keyboard, I/O keyboard controller (on
system board), or mouse error
1. Replace the keyboard.
2. Replace the mouse.
3. Replace the
system board.
Keyboard ErrorKeyboard, I/O keyboard controller (on
system board), or mouse error
1. Replace the keyboard.
2. Replace the mouse.
3. Replace the
system board.
Operating System
Not Found
Parity Check 1Parity error found in the system bus1. Run
Operating system cannot be located on
either drive A: or C:
Run
Setup.
Setup.
2. Replace the
3. Replace the
memory modules.
system board.
Parity Check 2Parity error found in the I/O bus1. Run
Real Time Clock
Error
System Battery is
Dead
Real-time clock fails BIOS testReplace the system board.
RTC battery is dead1. Replace the
2. Replace the
2. Run
Setup.
ISA board (modem).
RTC battery.
Setup.
System BIOS
Shadowed
System BIOS copied to Shadow RAMStatus message. No action required.
System Cache ErrorRAM cache failed the BIOS testRun
Setup.
System CMOS
Checksum Bad
CMOS is corrupted or modified
incorrectly
Run Setup.
System RAM Failed
at Offset, nnn
System Timer ErrorDMA, timers, etc.Replace the
System RAM failedReplace
memory modules.
system board.
UMB Upper Limit
Segment Address
nnn
Displays the address nnn of the upper
limit of Upper Memory Blocks,
indicating released segments of the
BIOS
Status message. No action required.
Video BIOS
Shadowed
Video BIOS successfully copied to
shadow RAM
Status message. No action required.
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This section explains how to use Setup and Compaq Utilities which should be accessed in the following
instances:
■ When a system configuration error is detected during the Power-On Self-Test
(POST)
■ To change factory default settings for some of the computer features
■ To change the system configuration, which is sometimes necessary when you add
or remove optional hardware
■ To set system configuration features
Click a link below to go to the appropriate subsection.
Preparing the Computer
Setup
Accessing Compaq Utilities Options
View System Information (INSPECT)
Preparing the Computer
If you encounter an error condition, complete the following steps before starting problem isolation
procedures:
1
Ensure proper ventilation. The computer should have a 3-inch (7.6 cm) clearance
at the back of the system unit.
2
Turn off the computer and peripheral devices.
CAUTION: Always ensure that the power is off before
disconnecting or reconnecting the mouse, keyboard, or any other
peripheral devices. Disconnecting or connecting the keyboard or
mouse while the unit power is on can damage the system board.
3
Disconnect any peripheral devices other than the monitor and keyboard. Do not
disconnect the printer if you want to test it or use it to log error messages.
4
Install loop-back and terminating plugs for complete testing.
Setup
The Setup utility gives a snapshot of the computer's hardware configuration, aids in troubleshooting,
and sets custom features. Setup recognizes a new internal component or an external device and
automatically updates the configuration screens. Use the Setup utility to:
■ Modify settings for audio, storage, power management, communications, and
input devices
■ Get an overall picture of the computer's hardware configuration
■ Verify configuration parameters in determining problems
■ Set time and date
Running Setup
To access the Setup utility, turn on the computer and press the F10 key when the Compaq logo
appears. The following menu will appear:
NOTE:
The actual menu displayed on your computer may
vary slightly, depending on your configuration.
Accessing Compaq Utilities Options
This section provides information about the menu options accessible from the Compaq Utilities
menu.
Create a Compaq Utilities Diskette
A Compaq Utilities diskette must be created to troubleshoot the system. To create a Compaq Utilities
diskette, complete the following steps:
1
Insert the QuickRestore CD into the CD drive.
2
From the Windows desktop, click on Start, then Program, then Windows
Explorer.
3
Click on the CD drive icon.
4
Double-click on the PCdiags folder.
5
Insert a diskette in the diskette drive.
6
Double-click on the QRST5.exe icon.
7
Press Enter when the QuickRestore label appears.
8
After the CD has completed copying to the diskette, eject the QuickRestore CD.
Running Compaq Utilities
To run Compaq Utilities, turn on or reboot the computer with the Compaq Utilities diskette in the
diskette drive. The following menu will appear:
View System Information (INSPECT)
The View System Information (INSPECT) utility provides information about the system once it has
been configured. INSPECT operates with MS-DOS and provides information about the system
operating environment including:
■ Contents of the operating system startup files
■ Current memory configuration
■ ROM version
■ Type of processor and coprocessor
■ Diskette and hard drives
■ Active printer and communications interfaces
■ Modem
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Diagnostic error codes occur if the system recognizes a problem while running the Compaq Utilities program.
These error codes help identify possibly defective subassemblies.
Tables listed on this page give possible error codes, descriptions of each error condition, and actions required
to resolve the error condition.
IMPORTANT: Retest the system after completing each step. If the problem has
been resolved, do not proceed with the remaining steps.
For assistance in the removal and replacement of a particular subassembly, see
Procedures.
Removal and Replacement
100xx
Processor
800-xx
Monochrome video
3200xx
Audio
200xx
Memory
1100-xx
Serial
3300xx
CD or DVD
300xx
400xx
500xx
Keyboard
Parallel (printer)
Monitor
1200-xx
1700-xx
1900xx
Modem
Hard drive
Tape drive
6600xx
656-xxx
8600xx
CD or DVD
SuperDisk (available on
select models)
Pointing device
interface
600xx
Diskette drive
2400-xx
Video
Keyboard error codes
Error
DescriptionRecommended Action
Code
301-xx
302-xx
Keyboard short test, 8042
self-test failed
Keyboard long test failed
The following steps apply to error codes 301xx through 304-xx:
1Check the keyboard connection. If
disconnected, turn the computer off
and connect the keyboard.
303-xx
Keyboard LED test, 8042
self-test failed
304-xx
Keyboard typematic test
failed
2Replace the keyboard and retest.
3Replace the
system board and retest.
Parallel (printer) error codes
Error
Code
401-xx
402-xx
DescriptionRecommended Action
Printer failed or not
connected
Printer data register failed
The following steps apply to error codes 401-xx
through 498-xx:
1 Connect the printer.
403-xx
498-xx
Printer pattern test failed
Printer failed or not
connected
2 Check power to the printer.
3 Install the loop-back connector and retest.
4 Replace
system board and retest.
Monochrome video error codes
Error
DescriptionRecommended Action
Code
802-xx
Video memory test failedThe following step applies to error codes 802-xx
through 824-xx:
824-xx
Monochrome video text mode test
failed
Replace the
retest.
system board and
Serial error codes
Error
DescriptionRecommended Action
Code
1101xx
Serial Port
Test
The following steps apply to error codes 1101-xx through 1109-xx:
1 Check the switch settings on the serial/parallel device, if
applicable.
2 Replace the
1109xx
Clock Register
Test
system board and retest.
Modem error codes
Error
DescriptionRecommended Action
Code
1201-xx
1202-xx
1203-xx
Modem Internal Loop-Back TestThe following steps apply to error codes 1201-xx
through 1210-xx:
Modem Time-Out Error
1Refer to modem documentation for
Modem External Termination
Test
correct Setup procedures.
1204-xx
1206-xx
Modem Auto Originate Test
Dial Multifrequency Tone Test
2Check the modem line.
Replace the modem and retest.
3
1210-xx
Modem Direct Connect Test
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Hard drive ID types test failedThe following steps apply to error codes 1700-
Hard drive format test failed
Hard drive read test failed
xx through 1799-xx:
1 Run
2 Replace the hard drive signal and power
3 Replace the hard drive and retest.
Setup and verify drive type.
cables and retest.
1703xx
1704xx
1705xx
Hard drive write/read/compare
test failed
Hard drive random seek test
failed
Hard drive controller test failed
4 Replace the system board and retest.
1706xx
Hard drive ready test failed
1707xx
1708xx
1709xx
Hard drive recalibration test
failed
Hard drive format bad track
test failed
Hard drive reset controller test
failed
1710xx
1714xx
Hard drive park head test failed
Hard drive file write test failed
1715xx
Hard drive head select test
failed
1716xx
1717xx
1719xx
1719-x
1730-x
Hard drive conditional format
test failed
Hard drive ECC* test failed
Hard drive power mode test
failed
Hard drive power mode test
failed
Fixed Disk 0 does not support
DMA Mode
1731-x
Fixed Disk 1 does not support
DMA Mode
1740-x
1741-x
1750-x
1751-x
1760-x
Fixed Disk 0 failed Set Block
Mode command
Fixed Disk 1 failed Set Block
Mode command
Fixed Disk 0 failed Identify
command
Fixed Disk 1 failed Identify
command
Fixed Disk 0 does not support
Block Mode
1761-x
Fixed Disk 1 does not support
Block Mode
1790-x
Disk 0 Configuration Error
1792-x
Secondary Disk Controller
Failure
1799xx
Invalid hard drive type failed
*Error Correction Code
Tape drive error codes
Error
DescriptionRecommended Action
Code
1900xx
1901xx
1902xx
1903xx
Tape ID failedThe following steps apply to error codes 1900-xx
through 1906-xx:
1 Replace the tape cartridge and retest.
Tape servo write failed
2 Check and/or replace the signal cable and
retest.
Tape format failed
Tape drive sensor test
failed
3 Replace the tape drive and retest.
4 Replace the
system board and retest.
1904xx
1905xx
Tape BOT/EOT test
failed
Tape read test failed
1906xx
Tape
write/read/compare
failed
SuperDisk error codes (available on select models)
Error
Code
xxx-101
xxx-032
xxx-001
xxx-051
xxx-002
xxx-052
DescriptionRecommended Action
Drive Not ReadyThe following steps apply to all error codes except 656-
101 and 656-032:
Incorrect Media
Present
Verify Error
Seek Error
1Replace the diskette and retest.*
Check and/or replace the power and signal
2
cables and retest.
Replace the SuperDisk drive and retest.
3
4Replace the
system board and retest.
xxx-003
xxx-053
xxx-004
xxx-054
xxx-006
Read Error
Write Error
Data Compare
Error
xxx-008
xxx-011
Write Protect
Failure
LED Error
xxx-021
xxx-022
* Boot to DOS (Command Prompt only) or Windows (Not Safe Mode). Press
the SuperDisk drive eject button (located on the front bezel) to eject the
diskette and retest.
Format Error
SuperDisk
format pattern
not found
Error
Code
8601xx
DescriptionRecommended Action
Pointing Device Interface
test failed
Pointing device interface error codes
1. Replace with a working pointing device and retest.
2. Replace the
system board and retest.
Audio error codes
Error
DescriptionRecommended Action
Code
3206xx
Audio System Internal
Error
Replace the
system board and retest.
CD or DVD error codes
Error
DescriptionRecommended Action
Code
3301-xx
3305-xx
66XX-xx
CD or DVD
drive read test
failed
The following steps apply to error codes 3301-xx
through 3305-xx and 66XX-xx:
1 Replace the CD or DVD disk and retest.*
2 Check the jumper settings on the
drive.
Check and/or replace the power and signal
3
cables and retest.
CD or DVD
Replace the CD or DVD drive and retest.
4
5 Replace the backplane.
* Boot to DOS (Command Prompt only) or Windows (Not Safe Mode). Press
the CD or DVD drive eject button (located on the front bezel) to eject the CD or
DVD and retest.
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This section describes some simple, preliminary tests and guidelines for troubleshooting the
computer.
Checklist For Solving Minor Problems
If you encounter some minor problem with the computer or software application,
go through the following checklist for possible solutions before running any of the diagnostic utilities:
■ Is the computer connected to a working power outlet?
■ Is the computer turned on and the power light illuminated?
■ Are all cables connected properly and seated?
■ Are all of the necessary device drivers installed?
■ Is the CONFIG.SYS file correct?
■ Is the AUTOEXEC.BAT file (MS-DOS) or STARTUP.CMD file correct?
■ Was a nonbootable diskette loaded in the diskette drive at power-up?
■ Are all switch settings correct?
■ Was Computer Setup run after installing options (memory, disk drives, etc.)
and before installing industry standard architecture boards?
Quick checks and possible solutions for problems related to these topics:
CD drivehard driveVGA monitor
diskette drivehardware installation
SuperDisk drive (on select
models only)
DVD drivepower
flat-panel monitor (on
select models only)
USB ports
are provided in the tables below. The procedure for
resolving hardware conflicts is also described.
Flat-panel monitor
ProblemProbable cause(s)Possible solution
Screen is
blank.
Your computer may
not support flat-panel
monitors.
See your authorized dealer or reseller about CPU
support for the Digital Video Interface (DVI) needed.
Cannot find
video
connector on
rear of CPU for
flat-panel
monitor.
Your computer may
not have a digital flatpanel port (DFPP).
See your authorized dealer or reseller about CPU
support for flat-panel monitors.
The display
only fills part
of the screen.
The monitor does not
support your
resolution setting.
FP400 and FP500 Series flat-panel monitors only
support 1024 x 768 resolution mode. Change your
resolution setting in the Display dialog box:
1
Green power
light is
flashing.
Your flat-panel
monitor does not
support the video
resolution or refresh
rate.
FP400 and FP500 Series flat-panel monitors only
support 1024 x 768 resolution mode. Connect a VGA
monitor temporarily and change your resolution
setting in the Display dialog box:
Click on Start
2
Point at Settings and click on Control Panel
3
Double-click on Display
4
Click on the Setting tab, and move the sliding
pointer to give 1024 x 768 pixel resolution.
1
Click on Start
2
3
4
Point at Settings and click on Control Panel
Double-click on Display
Click on the Setting tab, and move the
sliding pointer to give 1024 x 768 pixel
resolution.
ProblemProbable
CD drive
Possible solution
cause(s)
Cannot read
compact disc.
CD is not properly
seated in the drive.
CD has been loaded
upside down.
Eject the CD, then re-insert it, pressing down
on the CD firmly to correctly seat it in the
drive.
Eject the CD, turn it over, then reload.
CD may be dirty or
scratched.
Clean the CD or load another CD.
Cannot eject
compact disc
(tray-load
only).
CD drive devices
are not
detected.
CD is not properly
seated in the drive.
Power cycle delay. After turning the computer off, wait 30
CD drive is not
connected properly.
Turn off the computer, insert a straightened
paper clip into the emergency eject hole, then
push firmly. Slowly pull the tray out from the
drive until the tray is fully extended, then
remove the CD.
seconds before turning the computer on again.
Open the computer and check to see that the
drive cable is connected properly.
Proper driver is not
loaded
Restart the system and make sure the CD
drive drivers are loaded.
DVD drive
ProblemProbable cause(s)Possible solution
Cannot
read DVD
disk
DVD or CD is not properly
seated in the drive.
DVD or CD has been
loaded upside down.
DVD or CD disk may be
dirty or scratched.
Eject the DVD or CD, press down on the DVD or
CD firmly to correctly seat it in the drive, then
reload.
Eject the disk, turn it over, then reload.
Load another DVD disk.
DVD does
not work in
the DOS
mode.
Proper drivers are not
loaded.
Restart the system and make sure the DVD
drive drivers are loaded.
Cannot
eject DVD
disk.
The system is in the
Sleep mode.
The DVD, diskette, or
hard drive was active
when attempting to eject
the DVD.
Press the Power button to bring the system back
to full power, then eject the DVD.
Wait until all drive activity ends (the CD/hard
drive light and diskette drive light will go out),
then try to eject the DVD.
DVD disk is not properly
seated in the drive.
DVD drive
devices are
not
detected.
DVD drive is not
connected properly.
Incorrect driver is
installed.
Turn off the computer, insert a straightened
paper clip into the emergency eject hole, then
push firmly. Slowly pull the tray out from the
drive until the tray is fully extended, then
remove the DVD disk.
Open the computer and check to see that the
drive cable is connected properly.
Ensure the correct driver is installed in
CONFIG.SYS.
Drive has been changed.Make sure the jumper setting is set for "Slave."
Proper drivers are not
loaded.
Restart the system and make sure the DVD
drive drivers are loaded.
Resolving Hardware Conflicts
Hardware conflicts occur when two or more peripheral devices attempt to use the same hardware
resources. I/O addresses, interrupts, and DMA channels are the most common hardware resources
used by peripheral devices. For example, the factory default settings for the MIDI port audio interface
are:
Base I/O address220H
MIDI Port Base I/O address330H
Interrupt IRQ 5
8-bit DMA Channel 1
When different peripheral devices use the same hardware resources at the same time, the devices
and/or the system may not function properly. You can resolve hardware conflicts by ensuring that no
devices are configured to use the same hardware resources. These resources can either be dipswitch
or jumper settings on the peripheral card or software configurable resources. The Computer Setup
selection of your Compaq Utilities allows you to view and modify the settings for the peripheral
devices factory installed in your system. Refer to the User's Guide for the particular peripheral cards
you wish to install for information on how to view and select their settings.
To resolve hardware conflicts:
1Change the hardware settings of your audio card or other peripheral card in your
system if the peripheral card is using any settings used by the factory-installed
devices.
2If you are unsure of the settings of the peripheral cards, you can isolate the
source of the problem by temporarily removing all cards not manufactured by
Compaq, or resetting the default settings and running Compaq Utilities. After
that, add the cards back one at a time until the card that is causing the conflict is
found.
Also see: System
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Either the directory
structure is bad or
there is a problem
with a file.
Computer Setup.
Run
Reformat the hard disk.
Check cable connections.
From the desktop click on the Start menu. Choose
Program
Scandisk to check for problems. If problems exist,
run Scandisk and checkmark the "Automatically fix
errors" box at the bottom to correct the problems.
If a large number of lost allocation units is found,
click on the Start menu. Choose Program
Accessories
Accessories System Tools
System Tools Disk Defragmenter.
Nonsystem disk
message.
The system is trying
to start from a
diskette that is not
bootable.
Remove the diskette from the diskette drive.
The system is trying
to start from the
hard drive but the
hard disk has been
damaged.
Diskette boot has
been disabled in
Computer Setup.
Insert a bootable diskette into the diskette drive
and restart the computer with Ctrl+Alt+Del.
Run Computer Setup and enable diskette boot.
Hard drive
operation seems
slow
OR
Hard drive
activity light is
not on,
or stays on
without blinking.
The hard disk files
may be fragmented.
From the desktop click on the Start menu. Choose
Program
Scandisk to check for problems. If problems exist,
run Scandisk and checkmark the "Automatically fix
errors" box at the bottom to correct the problems.
If a large number of lost allocation units is found,
click on the Start menu. Choose Program
Accessories
Accessories System Tools
System Tools Disk Defragmenter.
Hardware installation
ProblemProbable cause(s)Possible solutions
A new device is
not recognized
as part of the
computer
system.
When the system advised you of
changes to the configuration,
you did not save the changes.
The system may not have
automatically recognized the
new device.
Reboot the computer and follow the
instructions for saving the changes.
Run
Computer Setup and identify the
new device.
The cables for the new external
device are loose, or the power
cables are unplugged.
The power switch for the new
external device is not turned on.
Check all cables.
Turn off the computer, turn on the
external device, and then turn on the
computer to integrate the new device
with the computer.
Power
ProblemPossible Solution
Computer will not turn on.Ensure that the computer is connected to a power
source.
Computer does not automatically
display the date and time.
Computer does not beep during
POST.
The real-time clock (RTC) battery may need to be
replaced.
The speaker volume may have been turned down. Select
the Volume option from the Control Panel and adjust the
volume.
Click here for replacement procedures.
Computer powered off
automatically.
The unit temperature may have been exceeded. Check
the fan for function and blockage.
USB
ProblemProbable cause(s)Possible solution
USB device
does not
work with
the system.
The USB device and the
system may use
different USB
architectures.
Ensure that the USB device and the system share
the same USB architecture. (UHCI-compliant
devices will only work with a UHCI-compliant
system, and OHCI-compliant devices will only
work with a OHCI-compliant system).
Diskette Drive
ProblemProbable cause(s)Possible solution
Diskette drive
light stays on.
Diskette may be damaged.
From the desktop click on the
Start menu. Choose Program
Accessories
Scandisk to check for problems.
System Tools
Diskette may be installed
incorrectly.
Remove the diskette and reinsert.
Software program may be
Diskette drive
cannot write
to a diskette.
damaged.
Diskette is not formatted. Format the diskette.
Diskette is write-protected.Either use another diskette that is
Check the program diskettes.
not write-protected or disable the
write protection on the diskette.
Writing to the wrong drive.Check the drive letter in your path
statement.
Not enough space is left on the
Diskette drive
cannot read a
diskette.
diskette.
Diskette is not formatted. Format the diskette.
Using the wrong diskette type for
the drive type.
Reading the wrong drive.Check the drive letter in your path
Diskette drive has been disabled
by Computer Setup.
Use another diskette to write the
information.
Use a diskette that is compatible
with the drive.
statement.
Run
Computer Setup and enable
the diskette drive.
ProblemProbable cause(s)Possible solution
SuperDisk
drive light
stays on.
Diskette may be damaged.
Diskette may be installed
incorrectly.
SuperDisk Drive
From the desktop click on the
Start menu. Choose Program
Accessories
Scandisk to check for problems.
Remove the diskette and reinsert.
System Tools
Software program may be
damaged.
Check the program diskettes.
SuperDisk
drive cannot
write to a
diskette.
Diskette is not formatted. Format the diskette.
Diskette is write-protected.Either use another diskette that is
not write-protected or disable the
write protection on the diskette.
Writing to the wrong drive.Check the drive letter in your path
statement.
Not enough space is left on the
diskette.
Use another diskette to write the
information.
SuperDisk
drive cannot
read a
diskette.
Diskette is not formatted. Format the diskette.
Using the wrong diskette type for
the drive type.
Reading the wrong drive.Check the drive letter in your path
Diskette drive has been disabled
by Computer Setup.
Use a diskette that is compatible
with the drive.
statement.
Run
Computer Setup and enable
the diskette drive.
ProblemProbable cause(s)Possible solution
Characters are
dim.
Screen is
blank.
The brightness control is not
set properly.
A screen-blanking utility could
be installed.
The brightness needs
adjusting.
VGA Monitor
Adjust the brightness control.
Press any key. If the display
reappears, you have a screen-blanking
utility installed.
Adjust the brightness control.
Garbled
characters on
the screen
are mixed with
text.
Screen save has been
initiated.
The ANSI.SYS driver is not in
the CONFIG.SYS file.
Monitor
overheats.
There is not enough
ventilation space for proper
airflow.
Cursor will not
move using the
arrow keys on
the numeric
keypad.
The Num Lock key is on.
There is a possible application
error.
Press any key or move the mouse to
light the screen.
Add the ANSI.SYS driver to the
CONFIG.SYS file by adding the
following line:
DEVICE = C:\ANSI.SYS
Leave at least 3 inches (7.6 cm) of
ventilation space. Also, be sure there
is nothing on top of the monitor to
obstruct air flow.
Press the Num Lock key. The Num Lock light should not be on when you
want to use the arrow keys.
Restart the computer.
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