BIOS Error Beeps List (Aptiva 2187/2190 - SL-A)


Table 2-2 BIOS Error Beeps List (Aptiva 2190 - SL-A)

NOTE: To diagnose a problem, first find the BIOS error beeps in left column.
If directed to a check procedure, replace the FRU indicated in the check procedure.
If no check procedure is indicated, the first Action/FRU listed in right column is the most likely cause.

2187 or 2190 System Board.
BIOS Error Beeps  
   (L: long beep, S: short beep)    Action/FRU
   L-S-S    A video error has occurred and the BIOS cannot initialize
     the video screen to display any additional information.
  1. Video adapter card
  2. System board
   L- (repeatedly)    DRAM error. For more information see
     'Memory DIMM' on


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