Dell PowerEdge 6350, Installation And Troubleshooting Manual

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Checking Inside the Computer 7-1
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This chapter provides troubleshooting procedures for components inside the com-
puter. Before you start any of the procedures in this chapter, do the following:
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Perform the procedures described in “Checking Connections and Switches” and
“The System Setup Program” in Chapter 2.
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Read the safety instructions in the next section, “Safety First—For You and Your
Computer.”
You need the following items to perform the procedures in this chapter:
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The Dell Server Assistant CD and a blank, formatted 3.5-inch diskette
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The Dell PowerEdge 6350 Systems User’s Guide
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The key to the system keylocks
NOTE: When you see the question, “Is the problem resolved?” in a troubleshooting
procedure, perform the operation that caused the problem.
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The procedures in this guide require that you open the two panel doors on top of the
computer and access the interior of your system. While working inside the computer,
do not attempt to service the computer except as explained in this guide and else-
where in Dell documentation. Always follow the instructions closely.
Working inside the computer is safe—if you observe the following precautions.
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