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FQXSFPU0031N : The number of POST attempts has reached the value configured in F1 setup. The system has booted with default UEFI settings. User specified settings have been preserved and will be used on subsequent boots unless modified before rebooting.

The number of POST attempts has reached the value configured in F1 setup. The system has booted with default UEFI settings. User specified settings have been preserved and will be used on subsequent boots unless modified before rebooting.

Severity​

Error

User Action​

Complete the following steps:

  1. Original UEFI settings are still present. If customer desires to continue using the original settings, select Save Settings.
  2. If User did not intentionally trigger the reboots, check logs for probable cause. For example, if there is a battery fault event, follow the steps to resolve that event.
  3. Undo recent system changes (settings or devices added). Verify that the system boots. Then, re-install options one at a time to locate the problem.
  4. Check Lenovo Support site for an applicable service bulletin or firmware update that applies to this error. Update UEFI firmware if applicable.
  5. Save customer's UEFI configurations, then remove and re-install CMOS battery for 30 seconds to clear CMOS contents. If it boots successfully, then restore system settings.
  6. If the problem persists, collect Service Data logs and contact Lenovo Support.
    Note
    The solution for this error may involve a system board replacement. If TPM encryption has been enabled, back up TPM Encryption Recovery Key.