10Remove all expansion cards installed in the system. See "Removing an Expansion Card" on page 107.
11Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 80.
12Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.
13Run the appropriate online diagnostic test.
If the tests fail, see "Getting Help" on page 157.
14For 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" on page 79. c Reinstall one of the expansion cards.
d Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 80.
eRun the appropriate diagnostic test.
If the tests fail, see "Getting Help" on page 157.
Troubleshooting the Processor
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 Online Diagnostics" on page 147.
2Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 79.
4Remove the cooling shroud. See "Removing the Cooling Shroud" on page 82.
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