I have a Lenovo L480 20LS002YMX which suddenly complains when starting up:
0188: Invalid RFID Serialization Information Area.
Press Esc to continue or F1 to enter Setup.
According to numerous sites:
Message: 0188: Invalid RFID Serialization Information Area.
Solution: The EEPROM checksum is not correct (block # 0 and 1). The system board should be replaced, and the box serial number needs to be reinstalled. Have the computer serviced.
(https://www.rsmanuals.com/4369/lenovo-thinkpad-e570-e570c-e575/page-77/)
The laptop still works when pressing Esc so I am not thinking of buying a new motherboard.
What annoys me the most is the beeping every time it displays the error. How can I disable that sound? I assume it has something to do with BIOS.
I do not have an option in BIOS to disable the beeping (only to disable Password Beep and Keyboard Beep – they are right now both disabled).
I am BTW running dual boot with Windows 10 and Ubuntu 18.04
Best Answer
If your keyboard has Sound Off key, you may use it before shutdown, and it may stay in effect after the boot.
If the above does not apply to your computer model, then there is no software solution.
Note that silencing the beeper may also prevent notifications if other errors arrive.