Dell P09T setup guide Using Support Tools

Alert! Previous attempts at booting this system have failed at checkpoint [nnnn]. For help

in resolving this problem, please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support — The computer failed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for the same error. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 61).

CMOS checksum error — Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 61).

Hard-disk drive failure — Possible hard-disk drive failure during POST. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 61).

Hard-disk drive read failure — Possible hard- disk drive failure during HDD boot test. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 61).

Keyboard failure — Keyboard failure or loose cable. Replace the keyboard (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals).

Using Support Tools

No boot device available — No bootable partition on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists.

•If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device.

•Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals).

No timer tick interrupt — A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or system board failure. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 61).

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