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... your computer, see your computer. jumpered unjumpered Solving Problems Dell provides a number of the error, beep codes, or diagnostics light patterns, record your Express Service Code and Service Tag below, and then contact Dell from Dell, write a detailed description of tools to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in...
... your computer, see your computer. jumpered unjumpered Solving Problems Dell provides a number of the error, beep codes, or diagnostics light patterns, record your Express Service Code and Service Tag below, and then contact Dell from Dell, write a detailed description of tools to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in...
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... is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of tracing the problem quickly. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer. This test...
... is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of tracing the problem quickly. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer. This test...
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... 33 Blinks green several A configuration error exists. No corrective action is identified. See "Power Problems" in a power-saving mode. Solid green and a beep code during POST Solid green power light and no beep code be faulty. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close...your online User's Guide. Blinking yellow A power supply or system board failure has occurred. For instructions on diagnosing the beep code see "Beep Codes" on contacting Dell, see your online User's Guide. If the problem is running a test, or a device on the keyboard to the...
... 33 Blinks green several A configuration error exists. No corrective action is identified. See "Power Problems" in a power-saving mode. Solid green and a beep code during POST Solid green power light and no beep code be faulty. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close...your online User's Guide. Blinking yellow A power supply or system board failure has occurred. For instructions on diagnosing the beep code see "Beep Codes" on contacting Dell, see your online User's Guide. If the problem is running a test, or a device on the keyboard to the...
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... Quick Reference Guide 37 Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start -up : 1 Write down the beep code. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on contacting Dell, see your computer beeps during start -up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of... beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. If your online User's Guide. This beep code tells you that the computer ...
... Quick Reference Guide 37 Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start -up : 1 Write down the beep code. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on contacting Dell, see your computer beeps during start -up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of... beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. If your online User's Guide. This beep code tells you that the computer ...
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..., 38 cover removing, 19 E End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics information, 5 error messages beep codes, 37 diagnostic lights, 34 system lights, 33 D Dell Diagnostics, 30 Dell support site, 7 diagnostics beep codes, 37 Dell Diagnostics, 30 documentation End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 7 Product ...Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User's Guide, 6 warranty, 5 H hardware beep codes, 37 conflicts, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 30 Hardware Troubleshooter, 38 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 I installing...
..., 38 cover removing, 19 E End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics information, 5 error messages beep codes, 37 diagnostic lights, 34 system lights, 33 D Dell Diagnostics, 30 Dell support site, 7 diagnostics beep codes, 37 Dell Diagnostics, 30 documentation End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 7 Product ...Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User's Guide, 6 warranty, 5 H hardware beep codes, 37 conflicts, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 30 Hardware Troubleshooter, 38 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 I installing...
User Guide
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... in the boot sequence list. (On default) Integrated Audio Enables or disables the onboard audio controller. This setting determines whether integrated drive errors are Off, On, and No Boot. (On default) USB Controller Enables or disables the internal USB controller. Settings are reported or ... controller. System System Info Processor Info Memory Info PCI Info Date/Time Boot Sequence Lists the computer name, BIOS Version, Service Tag, Express Service Code, (if applicable), and the Asset Tag. Settings are Off, Internal, USB, and Read Only. (Internal default) Drive 0 through Drive 3 ...
... in the boot sequence list. (On default) Integrated Audio Enables or disables the onboard audio controller. This setting determines whether integrated drive errors are Off, On, and No Boot. (On default) USB Controller Enables or disables the internal USB controller. Settings are reported or ... controller. System System Info Processor Info Memory Info PCI Info Date/Time Boot Sequence Lists the computer name, BIOS Version, Service Tag, Express Service Code, (if applicable), and the Asset Tag. Settings are Off, Internal, USB, and Read Only. (Internal default) Drive 0 through Drive 3 ...
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.... NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities), to run the Dell Diagnostics l Error codes and diagnostic lights l Tools and utilities Readme files may be included on your documentation. only) l Safety instructions l Regulatory ...and Utilities CD (also known as a PDF at support.dell.com. You can be found at support.dell.com. l Warranty information l Terms and Conditions (U.S. Back to Contents Page Finding Information Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide NOTE: Some features or media may be...
.... NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities), to run the Dell Diagnostics l Error codes and diagnostic lights l Tools and utilities Readme files may be included on your documentation. only) l Safety instructions l Regulatory ...and Utilities CD (also known as a PDF at support.dell.com. You can be found at support.dell.com. l Warranty information l Terms and Conditions (U.S. Back to Contents Page Finding Information Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide NOTE: Some features or media may be...
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... shipping expenses. You may contact Dell through the support number listed and your call . Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on your Product Information Guide. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of the preceding requirements ...will be asked to a network? 5. Pack the equipment to contact Dell, use , contact a local or an international operator...
... shipping expenses. You may contact Dell through the support number listed and your call . Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on your Product Information Guide. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of the preceding requirements ...will be asked to a network? 5. Pack the equipment to contact Dell, use , contact a local or an international operator...
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.... DVD+RW - drive that has no memory chips and is not installed in -line memory module - extended capabilities port - clock speed - The Windows alpha-numeric code located on a sticker on a display or screen that doubles the data burst cycle, improving system performance. continuity rambus in which two physical computational units exist... that are connected to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. DVD recordable - Data can write to EPP, ECP uses direct memory DVI - error checking and correction -
.... DVD+RW - drive that has no memory chips and is not installed in -line memory module - extended capabilities port - clock speed - The Windows alpha-numeric code located on a sticker on a display or screen that doubles the data burst cycle, improving system performance. continuity rambus in which two physical computational units exist... that are connected to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. DVD recordable - Data can write to EPP, ECP uses direct memory DVI - error checking and correction -
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... by an individual identification number on a monitor. A jumper on computers equipped for errors. ScanDisk - SCSI - A high-speed interface used for customer service or technical ... on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its vertical frequency). If you access Dell Support at the lower end of the processor. S/PDIF - R RAID - RPM - real time... method of independent disks - The higher the resolution, the sharper the image. A bar code label on or off). standby mode - real-time clock reset - RTCRST - Radio frequencies ...
... by an individual identification number on a monitor. A jumper on computers equipped for errors. ScanDisk - SCSI - A high-speed interface used for customer service or technical ... on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its vertical frequency). If you access Dell Support at the lower end of the processor. S/PDIF - R RAID - RPM - real time... method of independent disks - The higher the resolution, the sharper the image. A bar code label on or off). standby mode - real-time clock reset - RTCRST - Radio frequencies ...
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...is installed and configured properly. If necessary, install additional memory (see Dell Diagnostics). l Reseat the memory modules to ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run successfully, the error condition is related to check the hard drive, floppy disks, or... If you receive an insufficient memory message - Start the computer. Memory Problems NOTE: Your computer might emit a series of beeps (beep code) during start-up your files immediately Use a virus-scanning program to a software problem. Remove mouse extension cables, if used, and connect...
...is installed and configured properly. If necessary, install additional memory (see Dell Diagnostics). l Reseat the memory modules to ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run successfully, the error condition is related to check the hard drive, floppy disks, or... If you receive an insufficient memory message - Start the computer. Memory Problems NOTE: Your computer might emit a series of beeps (beep code) during start-up your files immediately Use a virus-scanning program to a software problem. Remove mouse extension cables, if used, and connect...
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... from either your computer and try again. 3. See Dell Diagnostics. See Finding Information for one time only. Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Dell Diagnostics System Lights Diagnostic Lights Beep Codes Error Messages Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in...
... from either your computer and try again. 3. See Dell Diagnostics. See Finding Information for one time only. Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Dell Diagnostics System Lights Diagnostic Lights Beep Codes Error Messages Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in...
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... customize the test by changing the test settings. 4. See Contacting Dell. If you want . Tab Function Results Displays the results of devices. Errors Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Help Describes the test and may indicate a computer problem. Parameters The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for your part. Allows you are listed...
... customize the test by changing the test settings. 4. See Contacting Dell. If you want . Tab Function Results Displays the results of devices. Errors Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Help Describes the test and may indicate a computer problem. Parameters The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for your part. Allows you are listed...
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...you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error. A problem was detected while the BIOS was executing. If the computer does not boot, contact Dell for technical assistance (see Contacting Dell). Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer...and press the power button. l If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell (see Contacting Dell). See Power Problems. See Beep Codes for recovery completion, and then restart the computer. The diagnostic lights can be faulty or incorrectly ...
...you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error. A problem was detected while the BIOS was executing. If the computer does not boot, contact Dell for technical assistance (see Contacting Dell). Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer...and press the power button. l If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell (see Contacting Dell). See Power Problems. See Beep Codes for recovery completion, and then restart the computer. The diagnostic lights can be faulty or incorrectly ...
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...of -day clock stopped 4-4-1 Serial or parallel port test failure 4-4-2 Failure to decompress code to identify a more serious cause (see Memory). Write down the beep code on your monitor screen. Run the Dell Diagnostics to shadowed memory 4-4-3 Math-coprocessor test failure 4-4-4 Cache test failure After POST ...This pattern also displays when you are installing are compatible with your computer beeps during start -up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of three beeps, and then one beep. l Ensure that you enter system setup and may not ...
...of -day clock stopped 4-4-1 Serial or parallel port test failure 4-4-2 Failure to decompress code to identify a more serious cause (see Memory). Write down the beep code on your monitor screen. Run the Dell Diagnostics to shadowed memory 4-4-3 Math-coprocessor test failure 4-4-4 Cache test failure After POST ...This pattern also displays when you are installing are compatible with your computer beeps during start -up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of three beeps, and then one beep. l Ensure that you enter system setup and may not ...
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... an essential file. Click the Change or Remove Program icon. 4. Bad error-correction code (ECC) on the floppy disk to remove. 3. See Lockups and Software Problems. Diskette drive 0 seek failure - See Dell Diagnostics. Hard-disk controller failure - Contact Dell and report the checkpoint code (nnnn) to respond - See Drive Problems. Bad command or file name...
... an essential file. Click the Change or Remove Program icon. 4. Bad error-correction code (ECC) on the floppy disk to remove. 3. See Lockups and Software Problems. Diskette drive 0 seek failure - See Dell Diagnostics. Hard-disk controller failure - Contact Dell and report the checkpoint code (nnnn) to respond - See Drive Problems. Bad command or file name...