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| the computer on or off when pressed. |
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| • Off — The computer is either turned |
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| • Solid white — The computer is on. |
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•Solid amber — The computer is in sleep/standby mode or there might be a problem with the system board or the power supply. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 57) for assistance.
•Blinking amber — There may be a problem with either the system board or the power supply. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 57) for assistance.
NOTE: For information on power problems, see “Power Problems” on page 29.
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