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... Problems 32 Troubleshooting Tips 32 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 32 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 32 Using the Last Known Good Configuration 34 Dell Diagnostics 34 Before You Start Testing 36 Beep Codes 36 Error Messages 37 Diagnostic Lights 37 Frequently Asked Questions 42 Index 45 Contents 3
... Problems 32 Troubleshooting Tips 32 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 32 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 32 Using the Last Known Good Configuration 34 Dell Diagnostics 34 Before You Start Testing 36 Beep Codes 36 Error Messages 37 Diagnostic Lights 37 Frequently Asked Questions 42 Index 45 Contents 3
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...for my computer • Basic troubleshooting information • How to run the Dell Diagnostics • Error codes and diagnostic lights • How to remove and install parts • How to reinstall drivers, run the "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer or in certain countries. Finding Information NOTE: Some ...for your computer. You can use the CD to open my computer cover NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide NOTE: The Quick Reference Guide is optional and may not ship with your computer. Quick Reference Guide 5 ...
...for my computer • Basic troubleshooting information • How to run the Dell Diagnostics • Error codes and diagnostic lights • How to remove and install parts • How to reinstall drivers, run the "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer or in certain countries. Finding Information NOTE: Some ...for your computer. You can use the CD to open my computer cover NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide NOTE: The Quick Reference Guide is optional and may not ship with your computer. Quick Reference Guide 5 ...
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...solid green briefly and then turn off to shadowed memory Math-coprocessor test failure Cache test failure Error Messages NOTE: If the message is in a normal off or green. The lights can be displayed on the front. Quick Reference Guide 37 If the computer malfunctions, the ... for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. See "Error Messages" in the Product Information Guide. When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. If an error occurs during start-up, a message may be off Plug the computer into a working condition or...
...solid green briefly and then turn off to shadowed memory Math-coprocessor test failure Cache test failure Error Messages NOTE: If the message is in a normal off or green. The lights can be displayed on the front. Quick Reference Guide 37 If the computer malfunctions, the ... for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. See "Error Messages" in the Product Information Guide. When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. If an error occurs during start-up, a message may be off Plug the computer into a working condition or...
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...then restart the computer. A possible processor failure has occurred. The following message appears: Alert! Operating in the recovery mode. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible BIOS failure has occurred; If the first memory module tested is defective, repeat the process with...Dell for instructions. 7 If the memory module passes, shut down the computer, remove the memory module, and then repeat the process with the memory. 2 Restart the computer. 3 If the problem still exists, remove all the memory modules and install one memory module in debug mode until a memory error...
...then restart the computer. A possible processor failure has occurred. The following message appears: Alert! Operating in the recovery mode. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible BIOS failure has occurred; If the first memory module tested is defective, repeat the process with...Dell for instructions. 7 If the memory module passes, shut down the computer, remove the memory module, and then repeat the process with the memory. 2 Restart the computer. 3 If the problem still exists, remove all the memory modules and install one memory module in debug mode until a memory error...
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... modules are detected. NOTE: If necessary, the computer can operate in memory module connector 4. 4 Restart the computer. For instructions on contacting Dell, see your User's Guide. See page 34 for instructions. 7 If the memory module passes, shut down the computer, remove the memory ... remove all the memory modules and install one memory module in debug mode until a memory error occurs during start-up or diagnostic testing. The following message appears: Alert! Light Pattern Problem Description No memory modules are installed. If the first memory module tested is defective,...
... modules are detected. NOTE: If necessary, the computer can operate in memory module connector 4. 4 Restart the computer. For instructions on contacting Dell, see your User's Guide. See page 34 for instructions. 7 If the memory module passes, shut down the computer, remove the memory ... remove all the memory modules and install one memory module in debug mode until a memory error occurs during start-up or diagnostic testing. The following message appears: Alert! Light Pattern Problem Description No memory modules are installed. If the first memory module tested is defective,...
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... your User's Guide. For instructions on page 32. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist. • Verify that the memory modules that the cables...
... your User's Guide. For instructions on page 32. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist. • Verify that the memory modules that the cables...
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... ResourceCD, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 DVD drive eject button, 19, 22 E error messages beep codes, 36 diagnostic lights, 37 F floppy drive activity light, 19, 22 eject button, 19, 22 H hard drive activity light, 19-20, 22-23 hardware beep codes, 36 conflicts, 32 Dell Diagnostics, 34 Hardware Troubleshooter, 32 headphone connector, 20, 23 Help and...
... ResourceCD, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 DVD drive eject button, 19, 22 E error messages beep codes, 36 diagnostic lights, 37 F floppy drive activity light, 19, 22 eject button, 19, 22 H hard drive activity light, 19-20, 22-23 hardware beep codes, 36 conflicts, 32 Dell Diagnostics, 34 Hardware Troubleshooter, 32 headphone connector, 20, 23 Help and...