I have a very old (Compaq Deskpro EN) (NLX P2)]. It is a Compaq, it was just missing the HD, RAM, and PROCESSOR.

So I can't tell what kind it is or the model form that method. And I cant boot-up cuz it says (1782 Disk Controller Faliure).

How else can I tell the model of the unit or MB? My MOM improperly shut it down and now it won't boot even if I switch IDE cables.

But it was working for a few weeks so it can't die that fast. SO maybe a BIOS change. But I have to identify it first. Maybe somebody knows a list of all the (NLX P2) systems Compaq had?

ivnj
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05-08-03, 11:48 AM
JWooden271
Try checking here for information: http://tinyurl.com/bas8
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05-08-03, 03:37 PM
ivnj
Still Can't find it. Does THIS PICTURE help anybody.

ivnj
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05-08-03, 10:47 PM
ivnj
Nobody's seen this model before?

ivnj
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05-08-03, 11:33 PM
ivnj
It's some kinda

Compaq Deskpro EN SFF

but still not sure about the exact model?

And ideas for the above Picture link.

ivnj
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05-09-03, 12:05 AM
ivnj
I think the model# is 314280-001 after a tad more invvestigation. Now how do I find out what model of Deskpro EN SFF that is?

ivnj
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05-09-03, 04:12 PM
JWooden271
Hmmmmm.... Google & ATW only had 1 result for that model number: A site that was selling the machine - no specs, just the fact that it is a compaq.

However, Doing a search on the error code (1782) yielded:

- One person siad it could be a boot sector virus. See: http://www.computerseasy.com/messages/527.html

- Another site says to replace the HD and check the BIOS See: http://www.uktsupport.co.uk/compaq/faq/comppost.htm

- HP|Compaq Says check the diagnostics See: http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/techpubs/customer_advisories/8361.html

- Another site says to replace the HDD Controller (which is on the motherboard). See: http://www.ts-consulting.net/compaq%20post%20error%20codes.htm

I hope this helps a little.
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05-09-03, 04:44 PM
ivnj
Godd links, THNKS but nothing helps. The FloppyDD doesn't eve work. But did U spot where to download the Diagnostics Program they keep mentioning?

ivnj
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05-09-03, 05:06 PM
ivnj
Fdd and Keyboard are working so maybe I can run the Diagnostics thing after all. But I still need a link to download it.

ivnj
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05-09-03, 05:31 PM
bedstor
My comp had 2 overheating crashes while attempting to reply to this topic Mad
3rd time lucky? Roll Eyes
Have a peek at the motherboard and find the make and model (will be in big letters somewhere prominent) Knowing this info may let you search for components that will fit & work?
May end up with a "Mongrel" machine but it'll be a runner? Maybe a better spec than the original?
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05-09-03, 06:10 PM
JWooden271
Check in your BIOS, you know, when it says "Press SomeKey for Setup"
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05-09-03, 09:30 PM
ivnj
I cant even reach the BIOS. So I baught a PCI IDE card to bypas the onboard IDE ports. Cross your fingers.

ivnj
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05-09-03, 10:14 PM
ivnj
I think it's a bad HD. But I'll keep everybody posted. Anyway thanks 4 all the help guys.

ivnj
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05-10-03, 02:23 PM
ivnj
It was a bad HD. Thanks for all the help anyway guys.

ivnj

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