DELL dimension dcta User Manual

Troubleshooting Tools

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A possible expansion card failure has 
occurred.

1

Determine if a conflict exists by 
removing a card (not a graphics card) 
and restarting the computer (see 
page 76).

2

If the problem persists, reinstall the 
card that you removed, remove a 
different card, and then restart the 
computer.

3

Repeat this process for each card. If the 
computer starts normally, troubleshoot 
the last card removed from the 
computer for resource conflicts (see 
page 59).

4

If the problem persists, contact Dell 
(see page 126).

The system is operating in the quick 
resume mode. See "Using Intel

• Press the power button
• Move the mouse
• Press any key on the keyboard
• Press any key on the optional MCE 

remote control

Another failure has occurred.

• Ensure that the cables are properly 

connected to the system board from 
the hard drive, CD drive, and DVD 
drive (see page 71).

• 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 ensure that 
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 

All four diagnostic lights display solid 
green and then turn off after the system 
successfully boots to the operating 
system.

None.

Light Pattern 

Problem Description

Suggested Resolution