Dell Dimension L c Series, Reference And Troubleshooting Manual

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Diagnostic Codes, Beep Codes, and System Messages C-5
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If the monitor cannot display errors or problems, during power-on self-test (POST) the
computer may emit a series of beeps, or
beep code
, that identifies the problem.
If your computer beeps 1, 2, or 3 times, reseat the DIMMs as described in “Reseat-
ing DIMMs” in Chapter 6. If your computer beeps four times or more, refer to
Chapter 7, “Getting Help,” for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
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The first column in Table C-2 lists system messages that may appear on the screen
during the start-up routine or during normal system operation. The second column in
the table lists probable causes of the messages, and the third column either provides
a corrective action or refers you to a source for resolving the problem.
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The keyboard controller
failed its test.
If you receive this message after
making changes in the system
setup program, enter the pro-
gram and restore the original
value(s).
If the problem persists, you may
have to replace the keyboard or
system board. Refer to Chapter 7,
“Getting Help,” for instructions
on obtaining technical assistance.
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Error in the address
decoding circuitry in the
memory.
Reseat the DIMMs as described
in “Reseating DIMMs” in
Chapter 6. Make sure that there
is no contamination in the DIMM
socket.
If the problem persists, refer to
Chapter 7, “Getting Help,” for
instructions on obtaining technical
assistance.
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The hard-disk drive is not
working or is not config-
ured correctly.
Refer to “Drives” in Chapter 6. If
the problem persists, refer to
Chapter 7, “Getting Help,” for
instructions on obtaining technical
assistance.
NOTE: The Glossary in the system Help defines abbreviations and acronyms.