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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
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... emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. One possible beep code consists of the computer... turns on the front of repetitive three short beeps. Beep Codes Your computer might be... by moving fan blades, or other expected injuries, always unplug your computer. This beep code tells you begin any of the procedures in standby mode. Tools Power Lights...
... emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. One possible beep code consists of the computer... turns on the front of repetitive three short beeps. Beep Codes Your computer might be... by moving fan blades, or other expected injuries, always unplug your computer. This beep code tells you begin any of the procedures in standby mode. Tools Power Lights...
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... 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 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 48). failure. Possible system board failure. 2 No memory modules 1 If you have identified ...support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 3 Possible system Contact Dell. Continue until you are installing are detected installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com), and then restart the computer. Code Description (repetitive short beeps) ...
... 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 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 48). failure. Possible system board failure. 2 No memory modules 1 If you have identified ...support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 3 Possible system Contact Dell. Continue until you are installing are detected installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com), and then restart the computer. Code Description (repetitive short beeps) ...
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...C R E A S I N G A V A I L U R E - system board failure. 6 Video BIOS Test Contact Dell. BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). The hard drive cannot read the safety information that was running when the message appeared. Reinstall the memory modules and...battery failure or 2 If the problem persists, contact Dell. Code Description (repetitive short beeps) Suggested Remedy 5 Real-time clock 1 Replace the battery (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. failure Error Messages CAUTION:...
...C R E A S I N G A V A I L U R E - system board failure. 6 Video BIOS Test Contact Dell. BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). The hard drive cannot read the safety information that was running when the message appeared. Reinstall the memory modules and...battery failure or 2 If the problem persists, contact Dell. Code Description (repetitive short beeps) Suggested Remedy 5 Real-time clock 1 Replace the battery (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. failure Error Messages CAUTION:...
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... at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). The computer is connected and powered on, see "Beep Codes" on... the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P ...
... at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). The computer is connected and powered on, see "Beep Codes" on... the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P ...
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Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. Otherwise, record the ... (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 you performed: 70 Getting Help If the computer is connected...
Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. Otherwise, record the ... (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 you performed: 70 Getting Help If the computer is connected...
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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...
..., 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...
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..., select Desktop, and then click Save. Locate the latest BIOS update file for approximately five seconds to your computer at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance 1. Follow the procedure in After Working on the system board. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the... Computer Cover). 3. Reset the current CMOS settings: a. Turn on the system board. 4. Your computer will emit five beeps, and then issue a CMOS checksum error. 6. Locate the 3-pin password connector (PSWD) on the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover (see...
..., select Desktop, and then click Save. Locate the latest BIOS update file for approximately five seconds to your computer at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance 1. Follow the procedure in After Working on the system board. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the... Computer Cover). 3. Reset the current CMOS settings: a. Turn on the system board. 4. Your computer will emit five beeps, and then issue a CMOS checksum error. 6. Locate the 3-pin password connector (PSWD) on the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover (see...
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... blinking amber, the computer is set to match the AC power at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Run the Dell Diagnostics to further identify the problem. (see Contacting Dell). Code (repetitive short beeps) 1 Description BIOS checksum failure. Press a key on the front of interference... of three short, repeated beeps indicating that the processor power cable is in standby mode. 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...
... blinking amber, the computer is set to match the AC power at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Run the Dell Diagnostics to further identify the problem. (see Contacting Dell). Code (repetitive short beeps) 1 Description BIOS checksum failure. Press a key on the front of interference... of three short, repeated beeps indicating that the processor power cable is in standby mode. 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...
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If the power light is blinking amber, beep code 3 - The computer is receiving electrical power, but a system ...is working by Windows - Ensure that the electrical outlet is securely connected to match the AC power at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to the system board (see Replacing or Adding ...a parallel printer, ensure that the Print to the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions ...
If the power light is blinking amber, beep code 3 - The computer is receiving electrical power, but a system ...is working by Windows - Ensure that the electrical outlet is securely connected to match the AC power at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to the system board (see Replacing or Adding ...a parallel printer, ensure that the Print to the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions ...