Article ID: 000036666 Content Type: Troubleshooting Last Reviewed: 09/23/2021

How to Fix the System Based on Intel® Server Board S1200SP Family not Passing POST with two 16-GB Memory Modules Installed

Environment

Intel® Server Board S1200SP Family

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Summary

Troubleshooting tips if Intel® Server Board S1200SP-based system does POST with 1 memory module, but doesn’t POST with two memory modules installed

Description

System posts when one 16-GB module is installed but doesn’t post with two memory modules installed in blue memory slots A2 and B2.

Resolution
  1. Update the firmware to the latest version using one memory module. See the instructions on how to update BIOS and Firmware.
  2. Install second memory module so the system should boot with both modules.