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The amount of
system memory has
changed
Memory has been added or
removed or a memory
module may be faulty.
If memory has been added
or removed, this message is
informative and can be
ignored. If memory has not
been added or removed,
check the SEL to determine
if single-bit or multi-bit
errors were detected and
replace the faulty memory
module. See
"Troubleshooting System
Memory" on page142.
Time-of-day clock
stopped
Faulty battery or faulty
chip.
See "Troubleshooting the
System Battery" on
page138.
The following DIMM
pair is not
compatible with
the memory
controller: DIMM x
and DIMM y
The specified DIMM(s)
are incompatible with the
system.
Ensure that only Dell-
qualified memory is used.
Dell recommends
purchasing memory upgrade
kits directly from
www.dell.com or your Dell
sales agent to ensure
compatibility.
The following
DIMMs are not
compatible: DIMM x
and DIMM y
The specified DIMM(s)
are incompatible with the
system.
Ensure that only ECC FBD1
memory is used. Dell
recommends purchasing
memory upgrade kits
directly from www.dell.com
or your Dell sales agent to
ensure compatibility.
Time-of-day not
set - please run
SETUP program
Incorrect Time or Date
settings; faulty system
battery.
Check the Time and Date
settings. See "Using the
System Setup Program" on
page45. If the problem
persists, replace the system
battery. See "System Battery"
on page110.
Table 1-7. System Messages (continued)
Message Causes Corrective Actions
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