Dell OptiPlex GX270, Setup And Quick Reference Manual

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S e t u p a n d Q u i c k Re f e r e n c e G u i d e
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Solving Problems
Dell provides a number of tools to help you if your system does not perform
as expected. For the latest troubleshooting information available for your
system, see the Dell Support website at
support.euro.dell.com . You can also
find descriptions of Dell troubleshooting tools in the section titled "Getting
Help" in your online
User’s Guide.
If computer problems occur that require help from Dell, write a detailed
description of the error, beep codes, or diagnostics light patterns; record
your Express Service Code and Service Tag Number below; and then
contact Dell from the same location as your computer.
See "Finding Information for Your Computer" on page 5 for an example of
the express service code and service tag numbers.
Express Service Code:___________________________
Service Tag Number:___________________________
Your computer includes the following tools that can help you solve a
problem:
D ELL D IAGNOSTICS — The Dell Diagnostics tests various components in
your computer and helps to identify the cause of computer problems. For more
information, see "Starting the Dell Diagnostics" on page 10.
T
HE FOLLOWING FEATURES CAN INDICATE A POSSIBLE FAILURE AND
HELP YOU TROUBLESHOOT A COMPUTER PROBLEM . S EE YOUR User’s
Guide
FOR MORE INFORMATION
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S YSTEM L IGHTS — Located on the front of the computer
D
IAGNOSTIC
L
IGHTS
— Located on the back of the computer
S YSTEM M ESSAGES — Appear on your monitor screen
B
EEP
C
ODES
— A series of audible beeps emitted by your computer