224 System Testing
VX5 Reference Guide E-EQ-VX5RG-G-ARC
System Testing
Power On Self Test (POST)
Each time the computer is turned on (or is rebooted using <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>), a series of
comprehensive hardware tests are performed. These tests are called the Power On Self Test, or
POST. The POST exercises the following hardware components:
• CPU flags and registers
• DRAM
• Cache RAM
• DMA
• Timers
• Interrupts
• Extended/expanded memory
• Video memory and controller
• Keyboard controller
POST Error Messages
The following table lists the POST error messages for the VX5. If problems persist, contact
LXE’s Customer Support.
0200 Failure Fixed Disk
Possible Cause
The fixed disk is not properly identified in BIOS.
Action
Run Setup. Choose “Auto” or enter the correct user parameters for the disk drive.
0210 Stuck Key
Possible Cause
A key is stuck on the keyboard.
Action
Turn the power off, and then back on again. If the problem persists, try a different keyboard or
contact LXE’s Customer Support.
0211 Keyboard Error
Possible Cause
Keyboard is not working.
Action
Check keyboard connection. Test with another keyboard. Keyboard or cable may be faulty.
