10Remove all expansion cards installed in the system. See "Removing an Expansion Card."
11Reseat the
12Close the system. See "Closing the System."
13Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.
14Run the appropriate online diagnostic test. If the tests fail, see "Getting Help."
15For each expansion card you removed in step 10, perform the following steps:
a Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
b Open the system. See "Opening the System." c Reinstall one of the expansion cards.
d Close the system. See "Closing the System."
eRun the appropriate diagnostic test. If the tests fail, see "Getting Help."
Troubleshooting the Processor(s)
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.
1Run the appropriate online diagnostics test. See "Using Dell Online Diagnostics."
2Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3Open the system. See "Opening the System."
4Remove the cooling shroud. See "Removing the Cooling Shroud."
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