What does no timer tick interrupt mean on Dell D15S?
If your Dell Desktop shows 'No timer tick interrupt', a chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the System Set tests in Dell Diagnostics.
What to do if my Dell D15S Desktop says 'No Boot Device Available'?
If your hard drive is the boot device, ensure it is installed correctly, properly seated, and partitioned as a boot device. Also verify that the hard disk drive cable is not loose, or ensure that a bootable device exists.
How to fix System board / Chipset Error / Clock failure / Gate A20 failure / Super I/O failure / Keyboard controller failure on Dell Laptop?
Flash the latest BIOS version. If the problem continues, you may need to replace the system board.
How to fix keyboard controller failure on Dell D15S?
If your Dell Desktop displays 'KEYBOARD CONTROLLER FAILURE', and you use an external keyboard, check the cable connection. Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or the mouse during the boot routine.
How to fix keyboard clock line failure on Dell Desktop?
If your Dell Desktop displays 'KEYBOARD CLOCK LINE FAILURE', and you're using an external keyboard, check the cable connection. Run the Keyboard Controller test in Dell Diagnostics.
What to do if my Dell D15S Desktop has Intel ME (Management Engine) time-out error?
Timeout waiting on ME to reply to HECI message. If the problem persists, replace the system board.
Why does my Dell Desktop say 'CMOS checksum error'?
This message indicates that the RTC is reset, and the BIOS Setup default has been loaded.
What does it mean if my Dell D15S displays 'CPU fan failure'?
This message indicates that the CPU fan has failed.
What does it mean if my Dell Desktop displays 'System fan failure'?
This message indicates that the system fan has failed.
What to do if my Dell D15S displays 'Time-of-Day Clock Stopped'?
Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery.
Essential safety and preparation steps before servicing internal components.
Procedure for safely powering down the computer before maintenance.
Steps for reconnecting peripherals and powering up after component replacement.
List of necessary tools for component removal and installation tasks.
Instructions for safely accessing the computer's interior by removing the chassis cover.
Step-by-step guide for safely uninstalling RAM modules from the system.
Detailed procedure for safely extracting the CPU from its socket.
Steps to disconnect and remove the main computer motherboard.
Explanation of power LED status indicators and blinking patterns for fault diagnosis.
Lists common diagnostic error messages and their corresponding solutions.
Details system-level error messages and provides troubleshooting guidance.
Configuration for determining the order of devices used for computer startup.
Overview of configurable settings and parameters within the BIOS utility.
Instructions for upgrading the computer's firmware (Basic Input/Output System).
Guidance on setting and managing system and BIOS passwords for enhanced security.
Technical details of the CPU, including generation and cache size.
Description of all external ports available on the computer for connectivity.
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