Troubleshooting Guide
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POST Error Messages
Red Power LED 
flashes ten times, 
once every second, 
followed by a two 
second pause. 
Beeps stop after 
fifth iteration but 
LEDs continue until 
problem is solved.
10 Bad option card. 1. Check each option card by 
removing the card (one at a time if 
multiple cards), then power on the 
system to see if fault goes away.
2. Once a bad card is identified, 
remove and replace the bad option 
card.
3. Replace the system board.
Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes (Continued)
Activity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action










