Dell 1950 owner manual LCD Status Messages

LCD Status Messages

The system's control panel LCD provides status messages to signify when the system is operating correctly or when the system needs attention.

The LCD lights blue to indicate a normal operating condition, and lights amber to indicate an error condition. The LCD scrolls a message that includes a status code followed by descriptive text. Table 1-7 lists the LCD status messages that can occur and the probable cause for each message. The LCD messages refer to events recorded in the System Event Log (SEL). For information on the SEL and configuring system management settings, see the systems management software documentation.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

NOTE: If your system fails to boot, press the System ID button for at least five seconds until an error code appears on the LCD. Record the code, then see "Getting Help" on page 125.

Table 1-7. LCD Status Messages

Code	Text	Causes	Corrective Actions
N/A	SYSTEM NAME	A 62-character string that can be	This message is for information
		defined by the user in the System	only.
		Setup program.	You can change the system string
		The SYSTEM NAME displays
			in the System Setup program. See
		under the following conditions:	"Using the System Setup Program"
		• The system is powered on.	on page 31.
		• The power is off and active
		POST errors are displayed.
E1000	FAILSAFE, Call		See "Getting Help" on page 125.
	Support
E1114	Temp Ambient	Ambient system temperature is out	See "Troubleshooting System
		of acceptable range.	Cooling Problems" on page 101.
E1116	Temp Memory	Memory has exceeded acceptable	See "Troubleshooting System
		temperature and has been disabled	Cooling Problems" on page 101.
		to prevent damage to the
		components.
E12nn	xx PwrGd	Specified voltage regulator has	See "Getting Help" on page 125.
		failed.
E1210	CMOS Batt	CMOS battery is missing, or the	See "Troubleshooting the System
		voltage is out of acceptable range.	Battery" on page 100.

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