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... about your computer. Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. Processor Processor type Level 2 (L2) cache System Information Chipset RAID support DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory Intel® Core™2 Quad processor;
... about your computer. Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. Processor Processor type Level 2 (L2) cache System Information Chipset RAID support DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory Intel® Core™2 Quad processor;
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... 2 No memory modules 1 If you are installing are detected installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see your computer see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 42). board failure 4 RAM Read/Write 1 Ensure that no special memory failure module/memory connector placement requirements exist (...without error. 2 If available, install good memory of the same type into your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 34 Troubleshooting Code Description (repetitive short beeps) Suggested Remedy 1 BIOS checksum Contact Dell. failure.
... 2 No memory modules 1 If you are installing are detected installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see your computer see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 42). board failure 4 RAM Read/Write 1 Ensure that no special memory failure module/memory connector placement requirements exist (...without error. 2 If available, install good memory of the same type into your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 34 Troubleshooting Code Description (repetitive short beeps) Suggested Remedy 1 BIOS checksum Contact Dell. failure.
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...DI S K C : F A I L U R E - BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - motherboard failure. 6 Video BIOS Test Contact Dell. AU X I L I L A B L E M E M O R Y - See your Service Manual at support.dell.com for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. DATA ERROR - See your Service Manual...Code Description (repetitive short beeps) Suggested Remedy 5 Real-time clock 1 Replace the battery (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 42). Contact Dell (see the documentation for more memory modules may be faulty or improperly seated. C D D ...
...DI S K C : F A I L U R E - BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - motherboard failure. 6 Video BIOS Test Contact Dell. AU X I L I L A B L E M E M O R Y - See your Service Manual at support.dell.com for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. DATA ERROR - See your Service Manual...Code Description (repetitive short beeps) Suggested Remedy 5 Real-time clock 1 Replace the battery (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 42). Contact Dell (see the documentation for more memory modules may be faulty or improperly seated. C D D ...
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... - A chip on the system board might be enabled or disabled in BIOS setup. Disconnect the USB device. HA R D -DISK DRIVE FAILURE - N O T I M E R T I C K I C E AVAILABLE - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. This feature can use the... R E - S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. Troubleshooting 41 Possible hard drive failure during the operating system setup or is correct see "Contacting Dell" on page 69 for the USB device. No bootable partition on page 69 for assistance). Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose. Use external power source...
... - A chip on the system board might be enabled or disabled in BIOS setup. Disconnect the USB device. HA R D -DISK DRIVE FAILURE - N O T I M E R T I C K I C E AVAILABLE - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. This feature can use the... R E - S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. Troubleshooting 41 Possible hard drive failure during the operating system setup or is correct see "Contacting Dell" on page 69 for the USB device. No bootable partition on page 69 for assistance). Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose. Use external power source...
Service Manual
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...In this program. and down the list with the up and down -arrow keys. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Vostro™ 410 Service Manual Overview Entering System Setup System Setup Screens System Setup Options Boot Sequence Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the... BIOS Overview Use system setup as the user password l To read the current amount of memory or set or change...
...In this program. and down the list with the up and down -arrow keys. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Vostro™ 410 Service Manual Overview Entering System Setup System Setup Screens System Setup Options Boot Sequence Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the... BIOS Overview Use system setup as the user password l To read the current amount of memory or set or change...
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System Info BIOS Info Shows the BIOS version number and date information. Standard CMOS Features Date/Time Displays current date and time settings. SATA-3; SATA HDD AutoDetection Auto detects the SATA connector ... and lists the processor bus speed, processor ID, clock speed, and L2 cache. SATA-2; SATA-5). Capacity The combined installed capacity of memory installed. All; Advanced BIOS Features CPU Feature l Limit CPUID Value-Enabled; On (On by default) Hard Disk Boot Priority Used to the hard drives detected. First Boot Device Removable...
System Info BIOS Info Shows the BIOS version number and date information. Standard CMOS Features Date/Time Displays current date and time settings. SATA-3; SATA HDD AutoDetection Auto detects the SATA connector ... and lists the processor bus speed, processor ID, clock speed, and L2 cache. SATA-2; SATA-5). Capacity The combined installed capacity of memory installed. All; Advanced BIOS Features CPU Feature l Limit CPUID Value-Enabled; On (On by default) Hard Disk Boot Priority Used to the hard drives detected. First Boot Device Removable...
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...Time 0:00:00 AC Recovery Off; If no operating system is in the computer, the computer generates an error message. l CD Drive - The BIOS detects the device and adds the USB flash option to access the menu. Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature...drive, the computer generates an error message. For example, if you to a USB device, the device must be bootable. You can run the Dell Diagnostics on the Dell Drivers and Utilities media, but you want the computer to enable or disable a device (enabled devices have a checkmark). 5. l USB Flash Device -...
...Time 0:00:00 AC Recovery Off; If no operating system is in the computer, the computer generates an error message. l CD Drive - The BIOS detects the device and adds the USB flash option to access the menu. Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature...drive, the computer generates an error message. For example, if you to a USB device, the device must be bootable. You can run the Dell Diagnostics on the Dell Drivers and Utilities media, but you want the computer to enable or disable a device (enabled devices have a checkmark). 5. l USB Flash Device -...
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Click Save this Agreement. The file downloads to your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the on the computer. 2. Click Download Now to disk, and then click OK. If ... your desktop and is available or when replacing the system board. 1. The File Download window appears. 5. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the download BIOS update file. 8. Click the down arrow to Contents Page Click Close when the Download Complete window appears. Locate...
Click Save this Agreement. The file downloads to your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the on the computer. 2. Click Download Now to disk, and then click OK. If ... your desktop and is available or when replacing the system board. 1. The File Download window appears. 5. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the download BIOS update file. 8. Click the down arrow to Contents Page Click Close when the Download Complete window appears. Locate...
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... information that the voltage selection switch is set to match the AC power at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Code (repetitive short beeps) 1 Description BIOS checksum failure. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at your...Board Components). Run the Dell Diagnostics to further identify the problem. (see "Contacting Dell" in standby mode. Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ Vostro™ 410 Service Manual Tools Dell Diagnostics Solving Problems Dell Technical Update Service Dell Support Utility Tools Power Lights...
... information that the voltage selection switch is set to match the AC power at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Code (repetitive short beeps) 1 Description BIOS checksum failure. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at your...Board Components). Run the Dell Diagnostics to further identify the problem. (see "Contacting Dell" in standby mode. Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ Vostro™ 410 Service Manual Tools Dell Diagnostics Solving Problems Dell Technical Update Service Dell Support Utility Tools Power Lights...
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... (see Replacing the Battery). Alert! Not a boot diskette - l If the problem persists, contact Dell (see Contacting Dell). 3 Possible system board Contact Dell (see Contacting Dell). NOTICE - system board failure. 6 Video BIOS Test Failure. Previous attempts at checkpoint [nnnn]. The floppy disk may be defective or a cable may... is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is in BIOS setup. Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see Contacting Dell). l Ensure that no special requirements for a loose cable connection.
... (see Replacing the Battery). Alert! Not a boot diskette - l If the problem persists, contact Dell (see Contacting Dell). 3 Possible system board Contact Dell (see Contacting Dell). NOTICE - system board failure. 6 Video BIOS Test Failure. Previous attempts at checkpoint [nnnn]. The floppy disk may be defective or a cable may... is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is in BIOS setup. Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see Contacting Dell). l Ensure that no special requirements for a loose cable connection.
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Back to Contents Page Working on Your Computer Dell™ Vostro™ 410 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working on Your Computer Inside View of the computer. l When replacing a component, you turn off your ... To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Small plastic scribe l Flash BIOS update (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com) Before Working on Your Computer. Disconnect all attached devices from potential damage and to ensure your computer. Recommended Tools The...
Back to Contents Page Working on Your Computer Dell™ Vostro™ 410 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working on Your Computer Inside View of the computer. l When replacing a component, you turn off your ... To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Small plastic scribe l Flash BIOS update (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com) Before Working on Your Computer. Disconnect all attached devices from potential damage and to ensure your computer. Recommended Tools The...