182 Solving Problems
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Messages and Codes•System messages
• System beep codes
• Warning messages
•Diagnostics messages
• Diagnostic lights
• SNMP platform event traps
Your application programs, operating system, and computer can identify
problems and alert you to them. When a problem occurs, a message may
appear on your monitor screen, a beep code may sound, or a light code may
be generated. The following subsections present information about
messages, beep codes, and light codes.
System Messages
If you receive a system message, see the following table for suggestions on
resolving problems indicated by the message. The system messages are
listed alphabetically.
CAUTION: Before servicing any components inside your computer,
see "Safety First—For You and Your Computer."
The messages can help you determine what to do to resolve a problem. If a
problem resolution requires you to open the computer cover, refer to
"Removing and Installing Parts" for procedures you must complete before
performing the suggested resolution. If the problem persists after you
perform the suggested resolution, contact Dell for technical assistance.
NOTE: If the system message you received is not listed in the table, check the
documentation for the application program th at you were running at the time
the message appeared and/or the operating system documentatio n for an
explanation of the message and a recommended action.