Service Manual
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... connectors and components. I/O Panel Components front panel audio connector control panel connector speaker/headphone jack chassis intrusion switch connector Port 2 USB connectors (2) IEEE 1394 connector diagnostic lights system board connector front panel IEEE 1394 connector chassis speaker connector Removing the I /O panel and the location of its right side, and remove the computer...
... connectors and components. I/O Panel Components front panel audio connector control panel connector speaker/headphone jack chassis intrusion switch connector Port 2 USB connectors (2) IEEE 1394 connector diagnostic lights system board connector front panel IEEE 1394 connector chassis speaker connector Removing the I /O panel and the location of its right side, and remove the computer...
Service Manual
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...must be installed in socket 0 and the VRM must be installed in connector 0. NOTICE: Dell recommends that you are not guaranteed to cool before you receive a computer message, the diagnostic lights indicate an error, and the computer does not start. Processor socket 1 and VRM connector 1...operations, the two processors and the two VRMs must be empty. If the processors do not match, the diagnostic lights indicate an error. • If installing a Dell processor upgrade kit for either single or dual processors, remove and discard the original VRM(s). Microprocessors purchased elsewhere ...
...must be installed in socket 0 and the VRM must be installed in connector 0. NOTICE: Dell recommends that you are not guaranteed to cool before you receive a computer message, the diagnostic lights indicate an error, and the computer does not start. Processor socket 1 and VRM connector 1...operations, the two processors and the two VRMs must be empty. If the processors do not match, the diagnostic lights indicate an error. • If installing a Dell processor upgrade kit for either single or dual processors, remove and discard the original VRM(s). Microprocessors purchased elsewhere ...
Microprocessor Replacement
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...the two VRMs must be installed in socket 0 and the VRM must be installed in connector 0. If you receive a system message, the diagnostic lights indicate an error, and the computer may need to wait 10 to go out. Then install the heat sink(s) and securing clips from the... upgrade kit. If the processors do not match, the diagnostic lights will indicate an error. • If installing a Dell™ processor upgrade kit for either single or dual processors, remove and discard the original VRM(s). To locate the VRM...
...the two VRMs must be installed in socket 0 and the VRM must be installed in connector 0. If you receive a system message, the diagnostic lights indicate an error, and the computer may need to wait 10 to go out. Then install the heat sink(s) and securing clips from the... upgrade kit. If the processors do not match, the diagnostic lights will indicate an error. • If installing a Dell™ processor upgrade kit for either single or dual processors, remove and discard the original VRM(s). To locate the VRM...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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NOTE: You must complete all steps to the tasks described in the setup steps. Computer Features 6 1 4 2 3 diagnostic lights Back View 7 5 Front View (doors open) 10 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer The numbers in the following figure correspond to properly set up your computer.
NOTE: You must complete all steps to the tasks described in the setup steps. Computer Features 6 1 4 2 3 diagnostic lights Back View 7 5 Front View (doors open) 10 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer The numbers in the following figure correspond to properly set up your computer.
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... online tools are having • Choose how many times a test is run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for Dell's service and support personnel. S Y S T E M L I C S - Located on the front of the computer, these lights can indicate a computer problem. The Dell Precision ResourceCD contains Dell Diagnostics that tests various components on the front of current or possible failure. Located on...
... online tools are having • Choose how many times a test is run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for Dell's service and support personnel. S Y S T E M L I C S - Located on the front of the computer, these lights can indicate a computer problem. The Dell Precision ResourceCD contains Dell Diagnostics that tests various components on the front of current or possible failure. Located on...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... present information about messages, beep codes, and light codes. See "Diagnostic Lights" on , restart it is helpful to check the diagnostic lights to access the pop-up menu. The following table lists the codes for the system lights, gives probable causes, and suggests corrective actions. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Changing the Boot Sequence NOTE: For more...
... present information about messages, beep codes, and light codes. See "Diagnostic Lights" on , restart it is helpful to check the diagnostic lights to access the pop-up menu. The following table lists the codes for the system lights, gives probable causes, and suggests corrective actions. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Changing the Boot Sequence NOTE: For more...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... Blank A power supply or system board failure exists. Check the diagnostic lights to complete. Check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is identified. No corrective action is not identified, contact Dell for technical assistance. See "Beep Codes" on the system board ... User's Guide. If the computer does not boot, contact Dell for instructions on , and the computer is operating normally. Check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is identified. Also, check the diagnostic lights to see "System Board Problems" in the User's Guide....
... Blank A power supply or system board failure exists. Check the diagnostic lights to complete. Check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is identified. No corrective action is not identified, contact Dell for technical assistance. See "Beep Codes" on the system board ... User's Guide. If the computer does not boot, contact Dell for instructions on , and the computer is operating normally. Check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is identified. Also, check the diagnostic lights to see "System Board Problems" in the User's Guide....
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... shown in the tables. 32 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Diagnostic Lights When you match the pattern on your computer, it performs a series of normal operation. The lights are labeled to complete the POST, a series of lights located on the computer can help you turn on your computer with...
... shown in the tables. 32 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Diagnostic Lights When you match the pattern on your computer, it performs a series of normal operation. The lights are labeled to complete the POST, a series of lights located on the computer can help you turn on your computer with...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... the Connect the computer to its electrical outlet. BIOS is on . failure. Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST The following table lists the codes for the diagnostic lights that computer. If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST Light Pattern A B C D A B C D A B C D Cause Action No electrical power is in a reduced power or...
... the Connect the computer to its electrical outlet. BIOS is on . failure. Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST The following table lists the codes for the diagnostic lights that computer. If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST Light Pattern A B C D A B C D A B C D Cause Action No electrical power is in a reduced power or...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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NOTE: If the computer is still not resolved, contact Dell for the diagnostic lights that occur while the computer is in the User's Guide. See "BIOS Recovery Utility" in the User's Guide. See "Microprocessor Problems" in the User's Guide....'s Guide. A B C D Possible memory failure. Reseat the video card, and restart the computer to retest. For instructions on removing and installing an expansion card, see "Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST" on , see "Removing an Expansion Card" in the User's Guide. See "Diskette Drive Problems" and "Hard Drive Problems" in the recovery mode...
NOTE: If the computer is still not resolved, contact Dell for the diagnostic lights that occur while the computer is in the User's Guide. See "BIOS Recovery Utility" in the User's Guide. See "Microprocessor Problems" in the User's Guide....'s Guide. A B C D Possible memory failure. Reseat the video card, and restart the computer to retest. For instructions on removing and installing an expansion card, see "Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST" on , see "Removing an Expansion Card" in the User's Guide. See "Diskette Drive Problems" and "Hard Drive Problems" in the recovery mode...