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6 System Setup 77 Overview 77 Entering System Setup 77 System Setup Screens 77 System Setup Options 79 Boot Sequence 82 Option Settings 82 Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 82 Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots 83 7 Clearing Passwords and CMOS Settings 85 Clearing Passwords 85 Clearing CMOS Settings 87 Flashing the BIOS 88 8 Troubleshooting Tools 89 Power Lights 89 Beep Codes 90 System Messages 93 Hardware Troubleshooter 95 6 Contents
6 System Setup 77 Overview 77 Entering System Setup 77 System Setup Screens 77 System Setup Options 79 Boot Sequence 82 Option Settings 82 Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 82 Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots 83 7 Clearing Passwords and CMOS Settings 85 Clearing Passwords 85 Clearing CMOS Settings 87 Flashing the BIOS 88 8 Troubleshooting Tools 89 Power Lights 89 Beep Codes 90 System Messages 93 Hardware Troubleshooter 95 6 Contents
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...; If the power light is white and the computer is not responding, see "System Board Components" in the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Eliminate interference. If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the computer turns on properly. - ...Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to the system board (see "Beep Codes" on page 90. • If the power ...
...; If the power light is white and the computer is not responding, see "System Board Components" in the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Eliminate interference. If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the computer turns on properly. - ...Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to the system board (see "Beep Codes" on page 90. • If the power ...
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...power supply is off: - To resolve the issue, contact Dell (See "Contacting Dell" on page 141). This issue occurs either due to a bad power supply or a device attached to the system. - Beep Codes Your computer may emit a series of beeps during start -up . The series of the power supply.... and can be used to help identify a problem with your computer emits a series of beeps during start up : 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify the cause (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 95). 90 Troubleshooting Tools To test the power supply, press the power supply test...
...power supply is off: - To resolve the issue, contact Dell (See "Contacting Dell" on page 141). This issue occurs either due to a bad power supply or a device attached to the system. - Beep Codes Your computer may emit a series of beeps during start -up . The series of the power supply.... and can be used to help identify a problem with your computer emits a series of beeps during start up : 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify the cause (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 95). 90 Troubleshooting Tools To test the power supply, press the power supply test...
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... modules (see "Removing Memory" in the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com), then reinstall one at support.dell.com) and restart the computer. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at a time) until you have identified a faulty ...module or reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install working memory of the same type into your computer (see "Memory" in the Service Manual on page 141). Code (repetitive short beeps...
... modules (see "Removing Memory" in the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com), then reinstall one at support.dell.com) and restart the computer. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at a time) until you have identified a faulty ...module or reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install working memory of the same type into your computer (see "Memory" in the Service Manual on page 141). Code (repetitive short beeps...
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Code (repetitive short beeps) 3 4 Description Suggested Remedy Chipset error. Gate A20 failure. Super I/O chip failure. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on Possible motherboard page 141). Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on Possible motherboard page 141). failure. Keyboard controller test failure. Possible ... failure. • Ensure that the memory you are connected properly. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 141). RAM Read/Write failure. • Ensure that no special requirements for memory module/connector ...
Code (repetitive short beeps) 3 4 Description Suggested Remedy Chipset error. Gate A20 failure. Super I/O chip failure. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on Possible motherboard page 141). Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on Possible motherboard page 141). failure. Keyboard controller test failure. Possible ... failure. • Ensure that the memory you are connected properly. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 141). RAM Read/Write failure. • Ensure that no special requirements for memory module/connector ...
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Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 141 for assistance). CPU cache test failure. Troubleshooting Tools 93 Code (repetitive short beeps) 5 6 7 Description Suggested Remedy RTC power failure. ALERT! CPU fan failure. Video BIOS test failure. The ... Replace the CPU fan (see "Removing the Processor Heatsink" in the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 141). Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Possible CMOS battery failure. ...
Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 141 for assistance). CPU cache test failure. Troubleshooting Tools 93 Code (repetitive short beeps) 5 6 7 Description Suggested Remedy RTC power failure. ALERT! CPU fan failure. Video BIOS test failure. The ... Replace the CPU fan (see "Removing the Processor Heatsink" in the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 141). Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Possible CMOS battery failure. ...
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... page 90. NOTE: If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S W H I T E A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I S O F F - The computer is working by testing it with another device, such as... CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in standby mode. See "Beep Codes" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see "System Board...
... page 90. NOTE: If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S W H I T E A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I S O F F - The computer is working by testing it with another device, such as... CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in standby mode. See "Beep Codes" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see "System Board...
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Ensure that the subwoofer is positioned at least 60 centimeters (2 feet) away from the monitor. See "Beep Codes" on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. ...; Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as a lamp. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R - Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Click the area you want to have missing pins). • Swap the computer and monitor power...
Ensure that the subwoofer is positioned at least 60 centimeters (2 feet) away from the monitor. See "Beep Codes" on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. ...; Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as a lamp. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R - Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Click the area you want to have missing pins). • Swap the computer and monitor power...
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... unsuccessful boot attempts, the system automatically resets the overclock settings in the Product Information Guide. Troubleshooting 115 3D image quality is not responding, see "Contacting Dell" on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O ... is steady white and the computer is poor C H E C K T H E G R A P H I C S C A R D P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I N G S - Contact Dell (see "Beep Codes" on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls.
... unsuccessful boot attempts, the system automatically resets the overclock settings in the Product Information Guide. Troubleshooting 115 3D image quality is not responding, see "Contacting Dell" on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O ... is steady white and the computer is poor C H E C K T H E G R A P H I C S C A R D P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I N G S - Contact Dell (see "Beep Codes" on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls.
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Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of the system's start-up files. Otherwise, record the contents of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: ... version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. If the computer is connected to determine the contents of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? Diagnostics Checklist ...
Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of the system's start-up files. Otherwise, record the contents of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: ... version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. If the computer is connected to determine the contents of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? Diagnostics Checklist ...
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... device, 82 C CD-RW drive problems, 103 CDs, 45 operating system, 16 playing, 43 Check Disk, 103 CMOS settings clearing, 87 computer beep codes, 90 crashes, 106-107 restore to previous state, 122 specifications, 129 stops responding, 106 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 95, 121 connecting ...audio device, 48 TV, 48 contacting Dell, 141 copying CDs general information, 45 helpful tips, 47 how to, 45 copying DVDs general information, 45 helpful tips, 47 how to, 45...
... device, 82 C CD-RW drive problems, 103 CDs, 45 operating system, 16 playing, 43 Check Disk, 103 CMOS settings clearing, 87 computer beep codes, 90 crashes, 106-107 restore to previous state, 122 specifications, 129 stops responding, 106 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 95, 121 connecting ...audio device, 48 TV, 48 contacting Dell, 141 copying CDs general information, 45 helpful tips, 47 how to, 45 copying DVDs general information, 45 helpful tips, 47 how to, 45...
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diagnostics beep codes, 90 Dell, 95 documentation End User License Agreement, 12 ergonomics, 12 online, 14 ...problems, 102 RAID, 67 DVDs, 45 playing, 43 E End User License Agreement, 12 ergonomics information, 12 error messages beep codes, 90 problems, 103 F Factory Image Restore, 124, 126 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 29 Flex Bay drive ...Media Card Reader, 18 H hard drive problems, 103 hardware beep codes, 90 conflicts, 95, 121 Dell Diagnostics, 95 drives, RAID configuration, 67 Hardware Troubleshooter, 95, 121 hibernate mode, 39, 41-42 ...
diagnostics beep codes, 90 Dell, 95 documentation End User License Agreement, 12 ergonomics, 12 online, 14 ...problems, 102 RAID, 67 DVDs, 45 playing, 43 E End User License Agreement, 12 ergonomics information, 12 error messages beep codes, 90 problems, 103 F Factory Image Restore, 124, 126 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 29 Flex Bay drive ...Media Card Reader, 18 H hard drive problems, 103 hardware beep codes, 90 conflicts, 95, 121 Dell Diagnostics, 95 drives, RAID configuration, 67 Hardware Troubleshooter, 95, 121 hibernate mode, 39, 41-42 ...
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... 33 problems, 110 setting up, 27, 33 USB, 34 problems battery, 101 beep codes, 90 blue screen, 107 CD-RW drive, 103 computer crashes, 106-107 computer stops responding, 106 conflicts, 95, 121 Dell Diagnostics, 95 drives, 102 error messages, 103 general, 106 hard drive, 103 IEEE... 113 software, 106-107 volume adjusting, 112 Product Information Guide, 12 R RAID configuring, 67 RAID array, creating, 71 regulatory information, 12 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 95 S S.M.A.R.T, 94 S/PDIF digital audio enabling, 62 safety instructions, 12 scanner problems, 111-112 Service Tag, 13 settings system setup, ...
... 33 problems, 110 setting up, 27, 33 USB, 34 problems battery, 101 beep codes, 90 blue screen, 107 CD-RW drive, 103 computer crashes, 106-107 computer stops responding, 106 conflicts, 95, 121 Dell Diagnostics, 95 drives, 102 error messages, 103 general, 106 hard drive, 103 IEEE... 113 software, 106-107 volume adjusting, 112 Product Information Guide, 12 R RAID configuring, 67 RAID array, creating, 71 regulatory information, 12 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 95 S S.M.A.R.T, 94 S/PDIF digital audio enabling, 62 safety instructions, 12 scanner problems, 111-112 Service Tag, 13 settings system setup, ...