Dell Studio XPS 435MT Support Question
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Question posted by lazrasa on May 17th, 2014
Dell Studio Xps 435mt Won't Power On Amber Light On Motherboard Blinking
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on May 21st, 2014 3:01 PM
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Hi, when a desktop computer won't turn on, it's typically one of two things: the power supply unit or the motherboard (assuming you've ruled out the power coming from the wall or surge protector).
Power supplies are generally not terribly expensive. If you're not getting any power at all, the power supply is a likely culprit. It's a much cheaper option to try than the motherboard.
The motherboard is expensive to replace, so if you think the motherboard is the problem (if you've tried the power supply or ruled it out as the problem) it might be cheaper to get a new computer than have the motherboard repaired or replaced.
Related Dell Studio XPS 435MT Manual Pages
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 272
... Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics
Function
The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different power states, such as power, no power, or standby.
These lights start and turn off or light in conjunction with the power lights. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems.
See your computer include:
Tool Power lights
Diagnostic lights for desktop...
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 273
Power Lights for Desktop Computers
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer and the electrical outlet.
- NOTE: On certain systems the power light is green.
• If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is in this support utility for your computing environment.
Reseat the power cable into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is turned on...
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 274
... to the same electrical outlet
Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers
Some desktop computers have lights labeled with another device, such as a lamp.
- Ensure that the electrical outlet is set to the system board (see the documentation shipped with your computer).
• If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is steady amber, a device may exist.
- Some possible causes...
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 302
... card is Blank
NOTE: For troubleshooting procedures, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
The Screen is not necessary when installing additional graphics cards; Ensure that the monitor is turned
on. • If the power light is blinking, press a key on the setup diagram for monitor cable
connectors to have missing...
Dell™ Technology Guide - Page 304
... instructions shipped with your computer).
• If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist.
304
Troubleshooting Ensure that the power strip is not receiving power.
- NOTE: On certain systems the power light is green.
• If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is working by testing it with...
Setup Guide - Page 4
... and trade names other countries; and is strictly forbidden.
Dell Inc. July 2009
P/N KYX1Y
Rev. A00 If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any manner whatsoever without notice.
© 2009 Dell Inc.
disclaims any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Studio XPS, Dell On Call, and DellConnect are not applicable. Notes...
Setup Guide - Page 5
... Windows Vista 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 19 Back Panel Connectors 20 Software Features 22 Dell Dock 25
Solving Problems 26 Beep Codes 26 Network Problems 27 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 30 Lockups and Software Problems 31
Using Support...
Setup Guide - Page 7
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
This section provides information about setting up your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
5 WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your Studio XPS™ 435T/9000 and connecting...
Setup Guide - Page 8
Use this code to identify your computer. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop NOTE: Your computer's Service Tag is located on a label under the FlexBay panel on the front of your computer when you access the Dell Support website or contact technical support.
6
WWW.DELL.COM Service Tag: XXXXX Express Service Code: XXX-XXX-XX
Setup Guide - Page 9
.... You should never place your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on .
7 Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Before Setting Up Your Computer
When positioning your computer...
Setup Guide - Page 11
...-to the DisplayPort connector and the HDMI connector at the same time.
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Connect Using the HDMI Connector
Connect the display using a DisplayPort cable. NOTE: Do not connect devices to -VGA adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com. You can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the...
Setup Guide - Page 14
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Connect the Power Cable
12
Setup Guide - Page 15
... follow the instructions on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.
13 These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available on the screen.
The screens will need to complete. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Press the Power Button
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Set Up Microsoft Windows Vista...
Setup Guide - Page 16
Before you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Follow the instructions on page 15. To complete setting up your wireless router....
2. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your wireless router.
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
To connect to the Internet, you need to connect to your original order, you can...
Setup Guide - Page 19
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
10
Power button and light - the computer is blinking. Provides a fast and convenient way to USB devices that are connected
occasionally such as memory keys,
digital cameras, and MP3 players.
9
Hard drive activity light -
NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on
when the computer reads or writes data. Plays or records ...
Setup Guide - Page 21
Back View Features
5 4
3 1
2
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
1 Security cable slot - Indicates power availability of this connector may vary. 5 Power supply light - NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with the security ... connectors - Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. 4 Power connector - Connects to the power cable.
Appearance of the...
Setup Guide - Page 25
... open area of the desktop.
2. Customizing Your Energy Settings
You can customize your computer.
Click Personalize, to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on by reducing system performance to your computer over its lifetime.
• High performance - Windows Vista® provides the following options:
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
• Balanced -
Setup Guide - Page 28
...are unable to solve your computer.
WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. One beep - possible motherboard failure
Contact Dell (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Solving Problems
This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions. If the computer...
Setup Guide - Page 30
... provide information on . The link integrity light is orange and the network activity light is lost -
Power Problems
If the power light is off and the network activity light is either turned off .
• 10 Mbs - The computer is blinking yellow.
• 100 Mbs - Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to ensure it is turned...
Setup Guide - Page 31
If the power light is blinking amber - For assistance, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 53). If the power light is blinking white -
The display may be connected or powered on.
If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 53). Some possible causes of the computer is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other ...
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