Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com A–11
POST Error Messages
Network Server 
Mode Active and 
No Keyboard 
Attached
Keyboard failure while 
Network Server Mode 
enabled.
1. Reconnect keyboard with computer 
turned off.
2. Check connector for bent or missing 
pins.
3. Ensure that none of the keys are 
depressed.
4. Replace keyboard.
Parity Check 2 Parity RAM failure. Run Computer Setup and Diagnostic 
utilities.
System will not boot 
without fan
CPU fan not installed or 
disconnected in VSFF 
chassis.
1.  Open hood, press the Power button, 
and see if the processor fan spins. If 
the processor fan is not spinning, 
make sure the fan's cable is plugged 
onto the system board header. Ensure 
the heatsink is properly seated and 
installed.
2. If the fan is plugged in and the 
heatsink is properly seated but the fan 
does not spin, then replace the 
heatsink-fan assembly.
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