Troubleshooting Your Computer

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Troubleshooting Your Computer

You can troubleshoot your computer using indicators like Diagnostic Lights, Beep Codes, and Error Messages during the operation of the computer.

Power LED Diagnostics

The power button LED located on the front of the chassis also functions as a bicolored diagnostic LED. The diagnostic LED is only active and visible during the POST process. Once the operating system starts to load, it is no longer visible.

Amber LED blinking scheme – The pattern is 2 or 3 blinks followed by a short pause then x number of blinks up to 7. The repeated pattern has a long pause inserted in the middle. For example 2,3 = 2 amber blinks, short pause, 3 amber blinks followed by long pause then repeats.

Table 14. Power LED Diagnostics

Amber LED State

White LED State

Description

 

 

 

off

off

system is OFF

off

blinking

system is in sleep state

blinking

off

power supply unit (PSU) failure

steady

off

PSU is working but failed to fetch code

off

steady

system is ON

Amber LED State

Description

2,1

system board failure

2,2

system board, PSU or PSU cabling failure

2,3

system board, memory or CPU failure

2, 4

coin-cell battery failure

2,5

corrupt BIOS

2,6

CPU configuration failure or CPU failure

2,7

memory modules are detected, but a memory failure

3,1

possible peripheral card or system board failure

3,2

possible USB failure

3,3

no memory modules are detected

3,4

possible system board error

3,5

memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error

3,6

possible system board resource and/or hardware failure

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Dell T1700 owner manual Troubleshooting Your Computer, Power LED Diagnostics

T1700 specifications

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Storage is another significant aspect of the Dell T1700. It offers multiple storage options, including solid-state drives (SSDs) and traditional hard disk drives (HDDs). This flexibility enables users to choose configurations that align with their performance needs and budget. The ability to incorporate both SSDs for speed and larger capacity HDDs for data storage is particularly beneficial for users working with large files, such as high-resolution images and 3D models.

In terms of graphics, the T1700 can be equipped with professional-grade graphics cards from NVIDIA and AMD, enhancing its capability to handle graphics-intensive tasks. These graphics options make the workstation suitable for CAD applications, video editing, and 3D rendering, where high-quality visuals and rendering speed are critical to success.

Connectivity is another hallmark of the Dell T1700. The workstation features several USB ports, including USB 3.0, and multiple expansion slots that allow users to customize their systems based on specific needs. This level of expandability ensures that the T1700 can adapt over time, accommodating new hardware and technologies as they emerge.

Moreover, the Dell T1700 is designed with maintainability in mind. Its tool-less chassis allows for easy upgrades and replacements of components, streamlining the maintenance process. This feature is especially important in professional environments where downtime needs to be minimized.

Overall, the Dell T1700 stands out as a reliable, flexible, and powerful workstation. Its robust performance, extensive configuration options, and user-friendly design make it an ideal choice for professionals seeking to enhance their workflow and tackle demanding projects with confidence.