[NTLUG:Discuss] Num Lock, Caps Lock Lights flashing on Keyboard

[Rick Matthews]

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Rick Moncello
> Sent: Thursday, September 05, 2002 3:39 AM
> >
> > Has anyone had this happen before, it is usually just before a major
> > lockup. Running Redhat 7.3 Thanks
> >
> 
> As a matter of fact, 'yes' I have.  I'm working on a custom boot disk, and
> have lock-ups on boot during debugging.  Apparently the kernel will flash
> the num/caps lock lights as it 'panics'.  It is an error condition to let
> you know, in no uncertain terms, that your system has crashed.  It's power
> off or reset but time at that point.

And if you happen to *like* the way it looks...

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