Dell FX160 manual Keyboard Problems, Lockups and Software Problems, Computer does not start up

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3.Click Uninstall.

4.See the program documentation for installation instructions.

drive letter :\ is not accessible. The device is not ready — The drive cannot read the disk. Insert a disk into the drive and try again.

Insert bootable media — Insert a bootable floppy disk, CD, or DVD.

Non-system disk error — Remove the floppy disk from the floppy drive and restart your computer.

Not enough memory or resources. Close some programs and try again — Close all windows and open the program that you want to use. In some cases, you may have to restart your computer to restore computer resources. If so, run the program that you want to use first.

Operating system not found — Contact Dell (see Contacting Dell).

Keyboard Problems

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Check the keyboard cable —

Ensure that the keyboard cable is firmly connected to the computer.

Shut down the computer, reconnect the keyboard cable, and then restart the computer.

Ensure that the cable is not damaged or frayed and check cable connectors for bent or broken pins. Straighten any bent pins.

Remove any keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to the computer.

Test the keyboard — Connect a properly working keyboard to the computer, then try using the keyboard.

Run the Hardware Troubleshooter — See Hardware Troubleshooter.

Lockups and Software Problems

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

The computer does not start up

Check the diagnostic lights — See Diagnostic Lights.

Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet

The computer stops responding

CAUTION: You may lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.

Turn the computer off — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.

A program stops responding

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Contents Model DC01T September 2008 Rev. A00 Removing the Antenna AntennaReplacing the Antenna Page Recommended Tools Working on Your ComputerBefore Working on Your Computer After Working on Your Computer Removing the Cable Guide Cable GuideReplacing the Cable Guide Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Computer Cover CoversReplacing the Computer Cover Removing the Side Cover Replacing the Side CoverPeg Peg retainer Side cover hooks Side cover hook slots2 Finding Information Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Hard Drive Assembly OptionalReplacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard DriveRemoving the Hard Drive Fan Replacing the Hard Drive FanRemoving the Processor Heatsink Assembly Processor Heatsink AssemblyReplacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Page Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnect Online ServicesGetting Help Obtaining AssistanceProblems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comBefore You Call Contacting DellRemoving the I/O Board BoardReplacing the I/O Board Cable guide metal tab Metal clip Removing a Memory Module MemoryReplacing a Memory Module Page Removing the Nvram Module Nvram ModuleReplacing the Nvram Module Back to Contents Removing the Power Supply Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply Page Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesDrivers Identifying DriversManually Reinstalling Drivers Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back DriverRe-imaging Operating Systems Installed on Nvram Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Windows Vista Only Restoring Your Operating SystemUser Accounts and Passwords Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows VistaBefore you Begin Click Start → Control PanelClick User Accounts Click Administrative Tools → UserManagerClick Control Panel → User Accounts Removing the Computer Stand Computer StandReplacing the Computer Stand System Board Connectors System Board AssemblyRemoving the System Board Assembly Replacing the System Board Perform the procedure in After Working on Your Computer System Setup Entering the Bios Setup UtilityBios Setup Utility Screens Bios Setup Utility OptionsSetup Lock Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Forgotten PasswordsSelect Specific Boot Device Flashing the Bios Clearing Cmos SettingsClick Save this program to disk, and then click OK Back to Contents Back to Contents Troubleshooting Power LightsDiagnostic Lights Diagnostic Light Codes During PostCode Description Suggested Resolution Repetitive Short beeps Beep CodesReplace the battery see Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery System MessagesDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Hardware TroubleshooterPage Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Option FunctionSolving Problems Battery ProblemsDrive Problems Tab FunctionOptical drive problems optional, external Problems writing to an optical driveHard drive problems Adjust the Windows volume controlMail and Internet Problems Error MessagesClick Properties→ Tools→ Check Now Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove ProgramsKeyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingOther software problems Program crashes repeatedlyProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsMemory Problems Mouse ProblemsPower Problems Network ProblemsClick Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse Printer Problems Verify that the printer is recognized by WindowsDouble-clickPrinters and Faxes Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ PrinterScanner Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from speakers Verify that the scanner is recognized by Microsoft WindowsVideo and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesDell Technical Update Service Check the monitor power lightCheck the diagnostic lights See Diagnostic Lights Screen is blank Screen is difficult to readPage Selective USB Use the Onboard Devices screen to enable Selective USBEnabling Selective USB Removing the Wireless Card Wireless CardReplacing the Wireless Card