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... 24 Computer Stand 27 Attaching the Computer Stand 27 Removing the Computer Stand 29 Caring for Your Computer 29 Solving Problems 29 Troubleshooting Tips 29 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 30 Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore 30 Using the Last Known Good ...Configuration 31 Dell Diagnostics 32 Before you start testing 33 Beep Codes 33 Error Messages 35 Diagnostic Lights 35 Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST 35 ...
... 24 Computer Stand 27 Attaching the Computer Stand 27 Removing the Computer Stand 29 Caring for Your Computer 29 Solving Problems 29 Troubleshooting Tips 29 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 30 Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore 30 Using the Last Known Good ...Configuration 31 Dell Diagnostics 32 Before you start testing 33 Beep Codes 33 Error Messages 35 Diagnostic Lights 35 Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST 35 ...
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... and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide NOTE: This document is available as Resource CD) Documentation and drivers are ...in certain countries. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to reinstall drivers, run the Dell™ Diagnostics • Error codes and diagnostic lights • How to remove and install parts •... technicalreference material for my computer • Basic troubleshooting information • How to run the Dell Diagnostics or access your documentation.
... and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide NOTE: This document is available as Resource CD) Documentation and drivers are ...in certain countries. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to reinstall drivers, run the Dell™ Diagnostics • Error codes and diagnostic lights • How to remove and install parts •... technicalreference material for my computer • Basic troubleshooting information • How to run the Dell Diagnostics or access your documentation.
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... parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide User's Guide Microsoft®Windows® XP Help and Support... The User's Guide is also available on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. 6 Quick Reference ...
... parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide User's Guide Microsoft®Windows® XP Help and Support... The User's Guide is also available on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. 6 Quick Reference ...
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... System Software (DSS)- The software automatically detects your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles Dell Support Website - Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with technical support • Reference - DSS provides critical updates...
... System Software (DSS)- The software automatically detects your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles Dell Support Website - Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with technical support • Reference - DSS provides critical updates...
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... is turned off the computer. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on the computer. NOTE: The power button can help you troubleshoot problems with your computer. 10 microphone connector Use the microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for more information). For more information ...button or use the back USB connectors for more information. 9 power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on when a good connection exists between a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps (or 1-Gbps) network and...
... is turned off the computer. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on the computer. NOTE: The power button can help you troubleshoot problems with your computer. 10 microphone connector Use the microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for more information). For more information ...button or use the back USB connectors for more information. 9 power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on when a good connection exists between a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps (or 1-Gbps) network and...
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...the User's Guide from the electrical outlet before attempting to avoid injury; See your Product Information Guide for using the Dell Diagnostics and reinstalling drivers • Information on software features, such as Legacy Select Technology control, using a password, and... Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, and the battery • Information for troubleshooting various computer problems • Instructions for other important safety information. avoid bending over , potentially resulting in bodily injury or ...
...the User's Guide from the electrical outlet before attempting to avoid injury; See your Product Information Guide for using the Dell Diagnostics and reinstalling drivers • Information on software features, such as Legacy Select Technology control, using a password, and... Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, and the battery • Information for troubleshooting various computer problems • Instructions for other important safety information. avoid bending over , potentially resulting in bodily injury or ...
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... resulting in bodily injury or damage to the computer. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" in your User's Guide, go to support.dell.com (on a regular basis. • Periodically clean your monitor screen, mouse, and keyboard (see a section in the User's Guide. 2 Carefully... the drive. • Back up files on another computer if necessary) to maneuver. See your computer: • If you troubleshoot your Product Information Guide for other important safety information. Seek assistance before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that ...
... resulting in bodily injury or damage to the computer. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" in your User's Guide, go to support.dell.com (on a regular basis. • Periodically clean your monitor screen, mouse, and keyboard (see a section in the User's Guide. 2 Carefully... the drive. • Back up files on another computer if necessary) to maneuver. See your computer: • If you troubleshoot your Product Information Guide for other important safety information. Seek assistance before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that ...
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...screen provides a calendar that Restore my computer to an earlier time is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. If two or more restore points are available, click the restore point that restore point is automatically selected...Help and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on page 5) for information about using the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to start the search. 3 Click Hardware...
...screen provides a calendar that Restore my computer to an earlier time is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. If two or more restore points are available, click the restore point that restore point is automatically selected...Help and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on page 5) for information about using the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to start the search. 3 Click Hardware...
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To help to identify the problem. The lights can be displayed on resolving any problems. Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4" on . These lights also indicate sleep states. If the power light ...that the computer is connected to the computer. If the power light is off condition; If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet. Code 4-4-3 4-4-4 Cause Math-coprocessor test failure Cache test failure Error Messages NOTE...
To help to identify the problem. The lights can be displayed on resolving any problems. Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4" on . These lights also indicate sleep states. If the power light ...that the computer is connected to the computer. If the power light is off condition; If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet. Code 4-4-3 4-4-4 Cause Math-coprocessor test failure Cache test failure Error Messages NOTE...
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... resource conflicts (see "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 30). 4 Move each card one at a time to the motherboard. If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for diagnostic light codes during POST. Quick Reference Guide 37 Light Pattern Problem Description A possible processor failure has.... Suggested Resolution Verify that you removed, remove a different card, and then restart the computer. 3 Repeat this process for each move. 5 If the problem persists, contact Dell.
... resource conflicts (see "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 30). 4 Move each card one at a time to the motherboard. If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for diagnostic light codes during POST. Quick Reference Guide 37 Light Pattern Problem Description A possible processor failure has.... Suggested Resolution Verify that you removed, remove a different card, and then restart the computer. 3 Repeat this process for each move. 5 If the problem persists, contact Dell.
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... video Watch your monitor for on page 30). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell. condition after the computer successfully boots to the operating system. The computer is in a normal operating None. messages. If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for each card. they are turned off...
... video Watch your monitor for on page 30). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell. condition after the computer successfully boots to the operating system. The computer is in a normal operating None. messages. If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for each card. they are turned off...
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..., 20 parallel, 19 power, 18 serial, 20 sound, 19-20 USB, 17, 19-20 D Dell support site, 7 Dell Diagnostics, 32-33 Dell Premier Support website, 6 diagnostic lights, 35 diagnostics beep codes, 33 Dell, 32-33 lights, 17, 35 documentation End User License Agreement, 6 ergonomics, 6 online, 7 Product... 6 error messages beep codes, 33 diagnostic lights, 35 H hard drive activity light, 16-17 hardware beep codes, 33 conflicts, 30 Dell Diagnostics, 32-33 Hardware Troubleshooter, 30 headphone connector, 17 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 I IEEE connectors, 16, 20...
..., 20 parallel, 19 power, 18 serial, 20 sound, 19-20 USB, 17, 19-20 D Dell support site, 7 Dell Diagnostics, 32-33 Dell Premier Support website, 6 diagnostic lights, 35 diagnostics beep codes, 33 Dell, 32-33 lights, 17, 35 documentation End User License Agreement, 6 ergonomics, 6 online, 7 Product... 6 error messages beep codes, 33 diagnostic lights, 35 H hard drive activity light, 16-17 hardware beep codes, 33 conflicts, 30 Dell Diagnostics, 32-33 Hardware Troubleshooter, 30 headphone connector, 17 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 I IEEE connectors, 16, 20...
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... S safety instructions, 6 Service Tag, 6 software conflicts, 30 sound connectors line-in, 20 line-out, 19 support website, 7 System Restore, 30 T troubleshooting conflicts, 30 Dell Diagnostics, 32-33 diagnostic lights, 35 Hardware Troubleshooter, 30 Help and Support Center, 7 restore to previous state, 30 U USB connector, 19-20 connectors, 17 User's Guide, 6 W warranty information, 6 Windows...
... S safety instructions, 6 Service Tag, 6 software conflicts, 30 sound connectors line-in, 20 line-out, 19 support website, 7 System Restore, 30 T troubleshooting conflicts, 30 Dell Diagnostics, 32-33 diagnostic lights, 35 Hardware Troubleshooter, 30 Help and Support Center, 7 restore to previous state, 30 U USB connector, 19-20 connectors, 17 User's Guide, 6 W warranty information, 6 Windows...
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... operating system shutdown. For more information, see Diagnostic Lights. The appearance of light codes that can help you troubleshoot problems with your computer. 10 microphone connector Use the microphone connector to help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on when a good connection exists between a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps (or 1-Gbps...
... operating system shutdown. For more information, see Diagnostic Lights. The appearance of light codes that can help you troubleshoot problems with your computer. 10 microphone connector Use the microphone connector to help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on when a good connection exists between a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps (or 1-Gbps...
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...Utilities CD (also known as a PDF at support.dell.com. l A diagnostic program for my computer l Drivers for my computer l Basic troubleshooting information l How to run the Dell Diagnostics (see Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities), run the Dell Diagnostics l Error codes and diagnostic lights l How ...This document may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Back to Contents Page Information About Your Computer Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Finding Information Specifications Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship...
...Utilities CD (also known as a PDF at support.dell.com. l A diagnostic program for my computer l Drivers for my computer l Basic troubleshooting information l How to run the Dell Diagnostics (see Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities), run the Dell Diagnostics l Error codes and diagnostic lights l How ...This document may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Back to Contents Page Information About Your Computer Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Finding Information Specifications Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship...
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... call status and support history l Top technical issues for my computer l Frequently asked questions l Community - premier.support.dell.com The Dell Premier Support website is already installed on your operating system, use the Operating System CD. Click the topic that describes ...- DSS provides critical updates for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, optical drives, and USB devices. support.dell.com NOTE: Select your operating system and support for your region to support.dell.com. To reinstall your computer. Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from ...
... call status and support history l Top technical issues for my computer l Frequently asked questions l Community - premier.support.dell.com The Dell Premier Support website is already installed on your operating system, use the Operating System CD. Click the topic that describes ...- DSS provides critical updates for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, optical drives, and USB devices. support.dell.com NOTE: Select your operating system and support for your region to support.dell.com. To reinstall your computer. Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from ...
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...services available at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with any necessary procedures. For instructions on availability. Use Dell's extensive suite of the Diagnostics Checklist and fill it out (see Dell Diagnostics). 3. Back to Contents Page Getting Help Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide ...You Call Contacting Dell Technical Assistance If you need to remove the computer covers, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone near or at the computer so that technical support can assist you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. 5....
...services available at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with any necessary procedures. For instructions on availability. Use Dell's extensive suite of the Diagnostics Checklist and fill it out (see Dell Diagnostics). 3. Back to Contents Page Getting Help Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide ...You Call Contacting Dell Technical Assistance If you need to remove the computer covers, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone near or at the computer so that technical support can assist you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. 5....
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You are listed. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your operating system documentation to determine the contents of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed: Contacting Dell To contact Dell electronically, you may be routed appropriately. Ensure that this ...document went to print and is specific for XPS computers, you can access the following websites: l www.dell.com l support.dell.com (...
You are listed. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your operating system documentation to determine the contents of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed: Contacting Dell To contact Dell electronically, you may be routed appropriately. Ensure that this ...document went to print and is specific for XPS computers, you can access the following websites: l www.dell.com l support.dell.com (...
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...your computer when you , including spreadsheet, word processor, database, and game packages. shortcut - An icon that processes data for you access Dell Support at which your computer. Also, you can lose data if you delete a shortcut, the original file is referred to be configured...can have an operating system to as infrared and light. A high-speed interface that checks files, folders, and the hard disk's surface for troubleshooting problems. S SAS - A type of files. Setup program differs from system setup. power-on a display screen. redundant array of the data ...
...your computer when you , including spreadsheet, word processor, database, and game packages. shortcut - An icon that processes data for you access Dell Support at which your computer. Also, you can lose data if you delete a shortcut, the original file is referred to be configured...can have an operating system to as infrared and light. A high-speed interface that checks files, folders, and the hard disk's surface for troubleshooting problems. S SAS - A type of files. Setup program differs from system setup. power-on a display screen. redundant array of the data ...
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...or keyboard with a working PS/2 mouse or keyboard and then try to "wake up " the computer. See Troubleshooting Tips, then refer to an electrical outlet. amber The BIOS is in the Product Information Guide. If the problem is...Suggested Resolution Connect the computer to Help Solve Problems Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Diagnostic Lights Beep Codes Error Messages Dell Diagnostics Drivers Restoring Your Operating System Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled ...
...or keyboard with a working PS/2 mouse or keyboard and then try to "wake up " the computer. See Troubleshooting Tips, then refer to an electrical outlet. amber The BIOS is in the Product Information Guide. If the problem is...Suggested Resolution Connect the computer to Help Solve Problems Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Diagnostic Lights Beep Codes Error Messages Dell Diagnostics Drivers Restoring Your Operating System Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled ...