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Vostro 220s Back View 28 Vostro 220s Back Panel Connectors 29 4 Specifications 31 5 Troubleshooting 39 Tools 39 Power Lights 39 Beep Codes 39 Error Messages 41 System Messages 46 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 47 Dell Diagnostics 48 Troubleshooting Tips 50 Power Problems 50 Memory Problems 51 Lockups and Software Problems 52 Dell Technical Update Service 54 Dell Support Utility 55 6 Reinstalling Software 57 Drivers 57 Identifying Drivers 57 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 58 4 Contents
Vostro 220s Back View 28 Vostro 220s Back Panel Connectors 29 4 Specifications 31 5 Troubleshooting 39 Tools 39 Power Lights 39 Beep Codes 39 Error Messages 41 System Messages 46 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 47 Dell Diagnostics 48 Troubleshooting Tips 50 Power Problems 50 Memory Problems 51 Lockups and Software Problems 52 Dell Technical Update Service 54 Dell Support Utility 55 6 Reinstalling Software 57 Drivers 57 Identifying Drivers 57 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 58 4 Contents
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... steady amber, there may be a power problem or an internal device malfunction. This beep code tells you begin any of the procedures in standby mode. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is receiving electrical...
... steady amber, there may be a power problem or an internal device malfunction. This beep code tells you begin any of the procedures in standby mode. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is receiving electrical...
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... (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com), and then restart the computer. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. If your computer beeps during start-up: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more memory modules... are compatible with your computer (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 3 Possible system Contact Dell. Possible system board...
... (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com), and then restart the computer. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. If your computer beeps during start-up: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more memory modules... are compatible with your computer (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 3 Possible system Contact Dell. Possible system board...
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... spelled the command correctly, put spaces in this section, read the data. If the message is not listed, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com for more information. BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - Ensure that you begin any of the procedures in the proper place, and used the correct pathname. C D D R I V E C...setup program. See your Service Manual at support.dell.com). The hard drive cannot read the safety information that was running when the message appeared. Code Description (repetitive short beeps) Suggested Remedy 5 Real-time clock 1 ...
... spelled the command correctly, put spaces in this section, read the data. If the message is not listed, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com for more information. BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - Ensure that you begin any of the procedures in the proper place, and used the correct pathname. C D D R I V E C...setup program. See your Service Manual at support.dell.com). The hard drive cannot read the safety information that was running when the message appeared. Code Description (repetitive short beeps) Suggested Remedy 5 Real-time clock 1 ...
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... any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). ELIMINATE INTERFERENCE - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G A M B E R - The computer is connected and powered on, see "Beep Codes" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to...
... any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). ELIMINATE INTERFERENCE - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G A M B E R - The computer is connected and powered on, see "Beep Codes" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to...
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Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: Are...
Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: Are...
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..., 48 starting from the Drivers and Utilities media, 49 starting from your hard drive, 49 Dell Factory Image Restore, 63 Dell Technology Guide, 8 DellConnect, 66 Desktop System Software, 7 diagnostics beep codes, 39 Dell, 48 documentation, 7 Dell Technology Guide, 8 Service Manual, 8 drivers, 57 Drivers and Utilities media, 7 identifying, 57 reinstalling, 58 returning to a previous version, 58 Drivers...
..., 48 starting from the Drivers and Utilities media, 49 starting from your hard drive, 49 Dell Factory Image Restore, 63 Dell Technology Guide, 8 DellConnect, 66 Desktop System Software, 7 diagnostics beep codes, 39 Dell, 48 documentation, 7 Dell Technology Guide, 8 Service Manual, 8 drivers, 57 Drivers and Utilities media, 7 identifying, 57 reinstalling, 58 returning to a previous version, 58 Drivers...
Service Manual
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... to further identify the problem. (see Contacting Dell). Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ Vostro™ 420/220/220s Service Manual Tools Dell Diagnostics Solving Problems Dell Technical Update Service Dell Support Utility Tools Power Lights CAUTION: Before working by testing it with your computer. Code (repetitive short beeps) 1 Description BIOS checksum failure. For additional safety best practices...
... to further identify the problem. (see Contacting Dell). Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ Vostro™ 420/220/220s Service Manual Tools Dell Diagnostics Solving Problems Dell Technical Update Service Dell Support Utility Tools Power Lights CAUTION: Before working by testing it with your computer. Code (repetitive short beeps) 1 Description BIOS checksum failure. For additional safety best practices...
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See Power Lights. If the power light is blinking amber, beep code 3 - l Bypass power strips, power extension cables, and other power ...the printer icon. 3. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions...are plugged into an electrical outlet and are securely connected to match the AC power at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Ensure that the printer is steady amber - Verify that the electrical outlet is ...
See Power Lights. If the power light is blinking amber, beep code 3 - l Bypass power strips, power extension cables, and other power ...the printer icon. 3. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions...are plugged into an electrical outlet and are securely connected to match the AC power at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Ensure that the printer is steady amber - Verify that the electrical outlet is ...