Solving Problems, Beep Codes | Dell P02F001, 1546, 0F2GGFA00

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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 47 or “Contacting Dell” on page 69.

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 69).

WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com/ manuals for advanced service instructions.

NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.

Beep Code	Possible Problem

One	Possible motherboard 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 motherboard failure -
	Chipset error
Four	RAM read/write failure
Five	Real Time Clock failure
Six	Video card or chip failure
Seven	Processor failure
Eight	Display failure

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Dell P02F001, 1546, 0F2GGFA00 setup guide Solving Problems, Beep Codes, Beep Code Possible Problem

Contents

Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE August 2009 P/N F2GGF Rev. A00 Contents Index Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Before Setting Up Your Computer Connect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Enable or Disable Wireless Optional To enable wireless To disable wireless Setting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wireless Connection Click Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start → Control PanelConnect to the Internet window appears Windows Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front Side Features Battery Indicator light statusBattery charge level AC adapter MMC+ Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Zoom Windows Mobility Center System Setup Bios UtilityMedia Controls Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia Key Play or pause Play the next track or chapter Eject the disc Using the Optical Drive Disc Spindle Optical drive tray Eject button Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery Battery bay Battery release latch Software Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing Your Energy Settings Customizing the Desktop Backing Up Your Data Click Set up backupTransferring Information to a New Computer If the User Account Control window appears, click Continue Add an Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Remove a Category or Icon Solving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes Wireless Connections Network ProblemsPower Problems Wired Connections Solving Problems Memory Problems If you experience other memory problemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message If a program stops responding Click Applications Windows Vista If you have other software problems Assistance from Dell Technical Using Support ToolsDell Support Center About Your System System System Messages Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start → Help and Support Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive If PSA is invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System System Restore Starting System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup Undoing the Last System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore Restoring Your Operating System Click Properties→ Device Manager Operating System ReinstallationBefore You Begin Click the Drivers tab → Roll Back Driver Reinstalling Microsoft Windows Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Restoring Your Operating System Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnect Online Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Automated Order-Status Service Product Information Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Locating Your Service Tag Before You Call Diagnostic Checklist Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Finding More Information and Resources If you need to See If you need to Dell Support Center. To launch the Dell Computer Information Basic SpecificationsComputer Model Memory Camera Optional ConnectorsCommunications Display Battery AC Adapter Physical Computer Environment Relative humidity maximum Appendix Macrovision Product Notice Importer Index Index Wired network connection 7 wireless network connection Page Page 0F2GGFA00