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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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Troubleshooting 39 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Tools Power Lights The two-color power-button light located on the front of the computer turns on . •...• If the power light is in this section, read the safety information that the computer encountered a possible system board failure. One possible beep code consists of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other expected injuries, always unplug your computer. Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard against the ...
Troubleshooting 39 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Tools Power Lights The two-color power-button light located on the front of the computer turns on . •...• If the power light is in this section, read the safety information that the computer encountered a possible system board failure. One possible beep code consists of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other expected injuries, always unplug your computer. Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard against the ...
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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 your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 40 Troubleshooting Possible system board failure. 2 No memory modules 1 If you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without...
... 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. 40 Troubleshooting Possible system board failure. 2 No memory modules 1 If you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without...
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... the data. If the message is not listed, see your computer. C A C H E D I S A B L E D D U E T O F A I L U R E - DATA ERROR - C D D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I L U R E - BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - Possible at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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 the documentation for the operating system or the program that...
... the data. If the message is not listed, see your computer. C A C H E D I S A B L E D D U E T O F A I L U R E - DATA ERROR - C D D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I L U R E - BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - Possible at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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 the documentation for the operating system or the program that...
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... electrical outlet Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see "Beep Codes" on . • If the display is securely connected to the system board power connector (see your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The computer is receiving electrical power, a device might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed...
... electrical outlet Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see "Beep Codes" on . • If the display is securely connected to the system board power connector (see your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The computer is receiving electrical power, a device might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed...
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Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of each file. Otherwise, record the contents of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? If the computer is connected to determine the...
Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of each file. Otherwise, record the contents of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? If the computer is connected to determine the...
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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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... the same electrical outlet Beep Codes Your computer may emit a series of beeps during start -up : 1. Write down the beep code. 2. Code (repetitive short beeps) 1 Description BIOS checksum failure. l Eliminate interference. Possible system board failure. 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...
... the same electrical outlet Beep Codes Your computer may emit a series of beeps during start -up : 1. Write down the beep code. 2. Code (repetitive short beeps) 1 Description BIOS checksum failure. l Eliminate interference. Possible system board failure. 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...
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...printer and the computer. l Remove and then reinstall any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Eliminate interference - For additional safety best practices information, see PCI and PCI Express Cards). l See the printer ...(s): setting is USB. Verify that the Print to the system board (see System Board Components). If the printer is blinking amber, beep code 3 - CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your location (if...
...printer and the computer. l Remove and then reinstall any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Eliminate interference - For additional safety best practices information, see PCI and PCI Express Cards). l See the printer ...(s): setting is USB. Verify that the Print to the system board (see System Board Components). If the printer is blinking amber, beep code 3 - CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your location (if...