Beep Errors; Memory Module Problems; Networking Problems - Lenovo B430 User Manual

If these items are correctly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced.
• Problem: My screen goes blank while the computer is on.
Solution: Your screen saver or power management might have been enabled. Do either of the following:
– Touch the touch pad, or press a key to exit the screen saver.
– Press the power button to resume from sleep or hibernation.

Beep errors

Tabela 7. Beep errors
Problem
One short beep, pause, three short beeps, pause, three
more short beeps, and one short beep
One long and two short beeps
Five beeps

Memory module problems

Print these instructions now and keep it with your computer for reference later.
If your memory module is not operating properly, check the following items:
1. Verify that the memory module is installed and seated correctly in your computer.
It might be necessary to remove all added memory modules to test the computer with only the
factory-installed memory modules, and then reinstall the memory module one at a time to ensure
a proper connection.
2. Check for error messages during startup.
Follow the appropriate corrective actions for power-on self-test (POST) error messages.
3. Verify that the latest UEFI BIOS for your model has been installed.
4. Verify the proper memory configuration and compatibility including the maximum memory size and the
memory speed.
5. Run diagnostic programs. See "Diagnosing problems" na página 95.

Networking problems

The following are the most common networking problems:
Ethernet problems
• Problem: Your computer cannot connect to the network.
Solution: Make sure that:
– The cable is installed correctly.
The network cable must be securely connected both to the Ethernet connector of your computer and
to the RJ45 connector of the hub. The maximum allowable distance from the computer to hub is
100 meters. If the cable is connected and the distance is within acceptable limits but the problem
persists, try a different cable.
– You are using the correct device driver.
Solution
Make sure that memory modules are installed correctly. If
they are, and you still hear the beeps, have the computer
serviced.
The video function has a problem. Have the computer
serviced.
The system board has a problem. Have the computer
serviced.
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Capítulo 8 Troubleshooting computer problems
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