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2.12 PCMCIA Troubleshooting 
2 Troubleshooting Procedures 
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This section describes how to determine if the PCMCIA card player is functioning properly. The 
process is summarized in Figure 2-13. Perform the steps below starting with Procedure 1 and 
continuing with the other procedures as required. 
 
Procedure 1:  Sycard test 
Procedure 2:  PCMCIA socket replacement check 
Procedure 1 
SYCARD test 
The SYCARD test card contains a PCMCIA test program. Ensure the card in fully inserted into 
the socket before running the program. 
If an error occurs during the SYCARD test, perform Procedure 2. If no error occurs, it is likely 
that the original PC card was faulty. 
Procedure 2 
PCMCIA socket replacement check 
The PCMCIA socket may be damaged or defective, for instance the socket pins can be bent. 
Disassemble the computer following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures 
and replace the socket. If the problem persists, the system board may be defective or dama ged.  
Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4.