[ltp] Trying to set up TP560 for debian - SODIMM problem

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I just ran the BIOS Test and everything was OK except for a red X in the Memory department.  I also saw these codes:

DEV  002
ERR   83
FRU 2010

Any clue?





>From "linux_thinkpad@lkv.mailshell.com" <linux_thinkpad@lkv.mailshell.com> on 5 Sep 2002:

> My TP560 (2640-10U) has been sitting idle for a while until I got my
> 64MB SODIMM today.  I plug it in and fire up the laptop, but it
> recognizes only 40MB total (8 + 32).  I updated the BIOS to v1.20 and I
> believe I followed the instructions (including clicking on
> "Initialize"), but the laptop still maxes out at 40MB.
> 
> I checked the 64MB and I'm led to believe it should work.  Well, it does
> say "8Mx64" on a sticker and there are 4 IC's on one side for
> non-parity.
> 
> Is there anything else I should do?  I really want to run a desktop
> environment on the 560, and debian (woody) recommends 64MB minimum.
> 
> Thanks.
> 
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