Dell OptiPlex 960 Support Question
Dell OptiPlex 960 Support Question
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Question posted by Nancgolde on August 20th, 2014
Dell Optiplex High Pitch Beep Won't Complete Boot
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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on August 20th, 2014 1:23 PM
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I'm not sure about your beep code; but here is the list of known beep codes for dell motherboards.
Beep codes Possible Cause - Solution
1-2 no video card detected-Reseat the video card
1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM-checksum error
1-3-1-1 DRAM refresh error-Reseat the memory card
1-3-1-3 Keyboard error-Keyboard connector
1-3-3-1 memory card-Reseat the memory card
1-3-4-1 RAM failure on line xxx-Reseat the memory card
1-3-4-3 RAM failure on data bits-Reseat the memory card
1-4-1-1 RAM failure on data bits-Reseat the memory card
Beep codes Possible Cause - Solution
1-2 no video card detected-Reseat the video card
1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM-checksum error
1-3-1-1 DRAM refresh error-Reseat the memory card
1-3-1-3 Keyboard error-Keyboard connector
1-3-3-1 memory card-Reseat the memory card
1-3-4-1 RAM failure on line xxx-Reseat the memory card
1-3-4-3 RAM failure on data bits-Reseat the memory card
1-4-1-1 RAM failure on data bits-Reseat the memory card
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Related Dell OptiPlex 960 Manual Pages
Setup and Quick Reference Guide - Page 1
Models DCSM, DCNE, DCCY
www.dell.com | support.dell.com For more
information about your computer. Dell™ Optiplex™ 960 Setup and Quick Reference Guide
This guide provides a features overview, specifications, and quick setup, software, and troubleshooting information for your operating system, devices, and technologies, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com.
Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet - Page 1
... drive activity light 3 WiFi (optional) light
September 2009
19
2 network link integrity light 4 diagnostic lights
Models: DCSM, DCNE, DCCY, DCSM1F, DCNE1F, and DCCY1F series.
Dell™ OptiPlex™ 960 Setup and Features Information
Mini Tower - About Warnings
WARNING: A WARNING indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed.
Dell™ OptiPlex™ 960
System Board Mode Configuration - Page 1
...the configuration process required after installing a new system board in your Dell OptiPlex 755, 760, or 960 computer.
Follow these instructions carefully to make sure that is attached to... the computer is configured for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell™ OptiPlex™ 755, 760, 960 System Board Mode Configuration
About Cautions
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential ...
Technology Guide - Page 3
...OptiPlex 960 level is just one option
OPTIPLEX SECURITY From hardware to software, from local to support flexible computing environments are just a sampling of the built-in the OptiPlex 960, with a suite of highly...without missing a beat. DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960
Professional users seeking a sophisticated, powerful desktop need , with your ...
Technology Guide - Page 4
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE MINI TOWER COMPUTER (MT) VIEW
FRONT VIEW
1
Hard Drive Activity Light
2 Link Integrity Light
3 Wi-FI Light (optional)
4 Diagnostic Lights
5
Power Button, Power ...
Technology Guide - Page 5
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE MINI TOWER COMPUTER (MT) VIEW (CONT.)
BACK PANEL CONNECTORS
1 PS/2 Mouse Connector 8 Line-out Connector
2 Parallel Connector
9
Line-in/Microphone Connctor
3 Serial Connector
...
Technology Guide - Page 6
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE DESKTOP COMPUTER (DT) VIEW
FRONT VIEW
1
Power Button, Power Light
2 5.25" Drive Bay
6 Bezel 7 Microphone Connector
3 Headphone Connector 8 3.5" Drive Bay
4 USB 2.0 Connectors (2) 9 Diagnostic Lights 5 Dell Badge
BACK VIEW
1
Expansion card slots (4)
2
Power Supply Built in Self Test Button
3
Power Supply Status Light
Cover-release Latch...
Technology Guide - Page 7
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE DESKTOP COMPUTER (DT) VIEW (CONT.)
BACK PANEL CONNECTORS
1 PS/2 Mouse Connector 8 Line-out Connector
2 Parallel Connector
9
Line-in/Microphone Connctor
3 Serial Connector
10 USB 2.0 Connectors (6)
4 Link ...
Technology Guide - Page 8
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
SMALL FORM FACTOR COMPUTER (SFF) VIEW
FRONT VIEW
1
Power Button, Power Light
6 Headphone Connector
2 5.25" Drive Bay
7 Microphone Connector
3.5" Flex Bay for Floppy
3 Drive (optional) or
8 USB 2.0 Connectors (2)
Media Card (optional)
4 Dell Badge
9 Diagnostic Lights
5 Bezel
BACK VIEW
1 Expansion card slots (2) 5 Security Cable Slot
2...
Technology Guide - Page 9
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
SMALL FORM FACTOR COMPUTER (SFF) VIEW (CONT.)
BACK PANEL CONNECTORS
1 PS/2 Mouse Connector 8 Line-out Connector
2 Parallel Connector
3 Serial Connector
4 Link Integrity Light
5
...
Technology Guide - Page 10
no dedicated LOM EEPROM
10
For more information regarding the configuration of the following Operating Systems will be preinstalled.
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
MARKETING SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. OPERATING SYSTEM NOTE: One of your computer, click Start>Help and Support and select ...
Technology Guide - Page 11
... and synchronized transitions on a worldwide basis, thereby reducing their costs. They also enable companies to Dell customers.
Intel Quad Core processors Intel Core 2 Quad Q9650/3.00GHz,12M,1333FSB Intel Core 2 Quad...X
X-GSP X-GSP X-GSP
SFF
X-GSP X-GSP
X
X-GSP X-GSP X-GSP
11 DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
PROCESSOR
NOTE: Global Standard Products (GSP) are a subset of...
Technology Guide - Page 12
..., the amount of memory available to the operating system is available to 64-bit operating systems.
Memory modules should be used by computer memory;
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
ADVANCED SYSTEM MANAGEABILITY MODES
NOTE: Hardware management mode options allow you to select the right systems management feature support for the latest...
Technology Guide - Page 16
... Data/Fax Controllerless Modem
Optional full height or low profile card
COMMUNICATIONS -
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
EXTERNAL PORTS/CONNECTORS (CONT.)
See chassis diagrams section for port... connector
AUDIO AND SPEAKERS
ADI 1984A High Definition Audio Internal Chassis Speaker Dell AX210 USB Stereo Speakers Dell AX510/AX510PA Dell Flat Panel Display Soundbar
MT
DT
...
Technology Guide - Page 19
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
SYSTEM LEVEL ENVIRONMENTAL AND OPERATING CONDITIONS
Temperature Operating Non-Operating (Storage) ...EPA 255W1
DT APFC
255W1
EPA 255W1
SFF APFC EPA
235W1
235W1
AC input Voltage Range AC input current (low ac range/high AC range) AC input Frequency AC holdup time (80% load)
Average Efficiency ( Energy Star Compliant)
Typical Efficiency (Active ...
Technology Guide - Page 20
...No
Silver
No
Silver
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
INTEGRATED ADI 1984A HIGH DEFINITION AUDIO High Definition Stereo support Number of channels Number of Bits / Audio resolution ...dB audio inputs
X
X
X
150 kΩ 150 kΩ 190 Ω
.5 Ω 2W
20 DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
POWER (CONT.)
BTUs/h (based on PSU max wattage) 3.3v CMOS battery (type and estimated...
Technology Guide - Page 21
For high speed transmission, connection ... operation) IEEE standards compliance (example 802.1P) Hardware Certifications (example FCC, B, GS mark...) Boot ROM Support Network Transfer Mode (example Full Duplex, Half Duplex)
Network Transfer Rate (example 10BASE-T... a Gigabit Ethernet server and network infrastructure is required. DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE
COMMUNICATIONS -
Technology Guide - Page 38
... same microphone distances and measurement techniques defined for the Dell Optiplex 960 MT is as follows: (all values LWAd expressed in bels; 1 bel=10 decibels, re 10-12 Watts)
Operating Mode Idle HDD Operating ODD Operating 90% CPU
Typical Configuration Declared Sound Power (LWAd)
3.8 3.8 5.2 3.8
High-end Configuration Declared Sound Power (LWAd)
4.0 4.0 5.1 4.1
The Declared A-weighted...
Technology Guide - Page 39
... CPU was m2 easured using the same microphone distances and measurement techniques defined for the Dell Optiplex 960 DT is as follows1:
Operating
Quiet Configuration
Standard Configuration
Mode
Declared Sound Pressure (LpA) Declared Sound Pressure (LpA)
High-end Configuration Declared Sound Pressure (LpA)
Operator Bystander DeskSide Operator Bystander D e s k S i d e Operator Bystander...
Technology Guide - Page 40
...
CDRW/DVD AMD HD3470
The Declared Noise Emission in accordance with ISO 9296 for the Dell Optiplex 960 SFF is as follows1:
Operating Mode
Quiet Configuration Declared Sound Pressure (LpA)
Typical Configuration Declared Sound Pressure (LpA)
High-end Configuration Declared Sound Pressure (LpA)
Operator Bystander D e s k S i d e Operator Bystander D e s k S i d e Operator Bystander D e s kSi...
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