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Debug LED POST and Troubleshooting
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Appendix A
POST (hex)
Power on
00
00
A0
b8
C0
Debug Code Action
None, blank
Power on 
-> Stopped at 
00
Power on 
-> 
00
 -
>
Reset 
->
 Looping
00 
-> C1 
-> Stopped at 
A0
00 
-> C1 
-> Stopped at 
b8
00 
-> Stopped at 
C0
BIOS Program Definition
Nil
BIOS program starts to set VID/FID
to initialize CPU. (Boot Block area).
CPU VID is incorrect.
A0~AF Definition: Initializing
memory check code.
B0~BF Definition: Initializing
memory/devices check code
(registers).
Initializing memory
.
Possible Cause
1
.
CMOS jumper is set at pins 2-3.
2
.
5Vsb of PSU is insufficient.
(Minimum required - 2A)
1
.
Mixed-up BIOS data.
2
.
Defective CPU connection.
3
.
Incompatible PSU.
4
.
No CPU power.
5
.
Reset button short-circuited.
PSU does not comply with the
system’s requirement.
1
.
Incompatible memory modules.
2
.
Mixed-up BIOS data.
1
.
Mixed-up BIOS data.
2
.
Incompatible memory modules.
3
.
Incompatible PCI devices.
1
.
Probing for failed memory devices.
2
.
SPD value is lost 
or empty
.
Solution
1
.
Set the CMOS jumper to pins 1-2
(default).
2
.
Replace a suitable PSU.
1
.
Clear the CMOS data.
2
.
Remove and reinstall the CPU.
3
.
Replace a suitable PSU.
4
.
Inspect the 12V connection.
5
.
Inspect the cable that connects the
reset button to the front panel
connector.
Replace a PSU that will provide
adequate power to the system.
1
.
Remove and reinstall the memory
modules.
2
.
Clear the CMOS data.
1
.
Clear the CMOS data.
2
.
Remove and reinstall the memory
modules.
3
.
Remove and reconnect the PCI
devices.
1
.
Make sure the memory modules are
installed properly in the slots.
2
.
Replace the memory modules.
General Debug LED POST and Troubleshooting