Dell 0NWK08A01, DCRM setup guide Solving Problems, Beep Codes, Beep Code Possible Problem

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Solving Problems

This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on page 36 or “Contacting Dell” on page 57.

Beep Codes

Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Write down the beep code and contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 57).

Beep Code

Possible Problem

 

 

One

Possible system board failure —

 

BIOS ROM checksum failure

Two

No RAM detected

 

NOTE: If you installed or

 

replaced the memory module,

 

ensure that the memory module

 

is seated properly.

Three

Possible system board failure —

 

Chipset error

Four

RAM read/write failure

Five

Real Time Clock failure

Six

Video card or chip failure

Seven

Processor failure

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE June 2010 P/N NWK08 Rev. A01 Contents Index Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Before Setting Up Your Computer Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Display Connection Type Computer Cable Display Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionClick Start → Control Panel Connect to the Internet window appears Front View Features Using Your Studio XPS DesktopUsing Your Studio XPS Desktop Top View Features Hard-drive activity light Turns on USB 2.0 connectors 3 ConnectBack View Features Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Back Panel Connectors Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Remove a Category or Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Add an IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Beep Code Possible Problem Solving ProblemsBeep Codes If the network connection is lost Network ProblemsWireless Connections Wired ConnectionsPower Problems If the power light is solid amber If you experience other memory problems Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click Applications If a program stops responding End the programClick End Task Start menu About Your System System Using Support ToolsDell Support Center Assistance from Dell TechnicalSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsCPU fan failure CPU fan has failed. CPU Click Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsIf PSA is invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Option Use Restoring Your Operating SystemClick Undo my last restoration and click Next System RestoreStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Dell DataSafe Local BackupClick Upgrade Now Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup ProfessionalSelect Repair Your Computer System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Getting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell Support websites Online ServicesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistFor customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesDell Support Center. To launch the Dell Drives SpecificationsComputer Model Computer InformationMemory External ConnectorsExpansion Slots CommunicationVideo AudioMemory Card Reader PowerPhysical Computer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixDcrm ImporterIndex Index Index Page Page 0NWK08A01