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MCP Installation Troubleshooting: Failure to Boot
TROUBLESHOOTING FAILURE TO BOOT AFTER INSTALLING AN INTEL MATH COPROCESSOR
The following solutions can help you troubleshoot any installation
problems with your math coprocessor.
There are several immediate troubleshooting solutions you can use if you
install your the math coprocessor and your computer fails to boot.
First, you should:
Check your manual for any jumpers or switches that may need to be set.
Check your manual to see if there is a setup or configuration program
that needs to be run once you have installed the math coprocessor.
Be sure that the math coprocessor is completely seated. Look to see if
the chip is seated flush in the socket and that one corner is not
higher than the others. Try pushing down on each corner.
Check that pin 1 on the math coprocessor matches pin 1 on the socket
and/or the system board.
If these suggestions don't help, remove the math coprocessor and check
for any bent or broken pins and make sure the socket is clean and free
of dust. Then, reseat the math coprocessor.
If you have access to another computer that is compatible with this math
coprocessor, install the math coprocessor in the second computer to
determine if the problem is with the chip or the computer.
If your computer boots partially, but you are experiencing problems with
drives or other accessories, check to ensure that you have fully seated
all cables and cards.
If you need a math coprocessor extraction tool, contact your local
dealer.
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