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::b. Open the service door (by screwing out one bolt) and remove it (with the storage). | ::b. Open the service door (by screwing out one bolt) and remove it (with the storage). | ||
::c. Remove the memory SO-DIMM modules. | ::c. Remove the memory SO-DIMM modules. | ||
− | ::d. Reset the BIOS by shorting for 3 seconds two | + | ::d. Reset the BIOS by shorting for 3 seconds two test points (TP73 and TP77) located under SO-DIMMs memory modules (with print RTC_RST). |
::e. Install back the memories + the storage with the service door. | ::e. Install back the memories + the storage with the service door. | ||
::f. Plug the power and power up the PC. | ::f. Plug the power and power up the PC. |
Revision as of 13:43, 31 July 2014
1. Intense PC BIOS reset:
- a. Power down the PC and unplug the power cable.
- b. Open the service door (by screwing out one bolt) and remove it (with the storage).
- c. Remove the memory SO-DIMM modules.
- d. Reset the BIOS by shorting for 3 seconds two test points (TP73 and TP77) located under SO-DIMMs memory modules (with print RTC_RST).
- e. Install back the memories + the storage with the service door.
- f. Plug the power and power up the PC.
2. Try to answer the following questions:
- a. Are you able to power up without storage?
- b. What type of storage being used in terms of RPM (in case of HDD)?
- Note that 7200rpm drives are not recommended due to lower power nature of the PC, as such drives used to overload the machine. 5400rpm drives at maximum must be used.