When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

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Light Pattern	Problem Description	Suggested Resolution

	Another failure has occurred.	• Ensure that the cables are properly
		connected to the system board from
A B C	D	the hard drive, CD drive, and DVD
A B C	D	drive (see page 69).
		• If there is an error message on your
		screen identifying a problem with a
		device (such as the floppy drive or
		hard drive), check the device to make
		sure it is functioning properly.
		• The operating system is attempting to
		boot from a device (such as the floppy
		drive or hard drive); check system
		setup (see page 113) to make sure the
		boot sequence is correct for the
		devices installed on your computer.
		• If the problem persists, contact Dell
		(see page 121).

	The computer is in a normal operating	None.
	condition after POST.

A B C D

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Dell Diagnostics

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" (see page 31) and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance.

NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell™ computers.

Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive (see page 50) or from the Dell Dimension ResourceCD.

Advanced Troubleshooting

XPS GEN 3 specifications

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Dell XPS GEN 3 manual When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

Models: XPS GEN 3

• If the problem persists, contact Dell

(see page 121).

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