What to do for unrecoverable SPI Flash Failure on Dell D29M?
- MMichele AyersAug 28, 2025
If you encounter an unrecoverable SPI Flash Failure on your Dell Desktop, run the Dell Support Assist or Dell Diagnostics tool.

What to do for unrecoverable SPI Flash Failure on Dell D29M?
If you encounter an unrecoverable SPI Flash Failure on your Dell Desktop, run the Dell Support Assist or Dell Diagnostics tool.
What does power rail failure mean for Dell D29M Desktop?
If your Dell Desktop is experiencing a power rail failure, it means the EC ran into a power sequencing failure. If the problem persists, replace the system board.
What is Intel ME error on Dell D29M Desktop?
If your Dell Desktop shows an Intel ME (Management Engine) Error, it indicates a timeout waiting on ME to reply to HECI message. If the problem persists, replace the system board.
What to do if my Dell D29M Desktop displays 'Keyboard stuck key failure'?
If your Dell Desktop displays a 'Keyboard stuck key failure', check the cable connection for external keyboards or keypads. Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. Run the Stuck Key test in Dell Diagnostics.
Why does my Dell D29M say 'Licensed content is not accessible in MediaDirect'?
If your Dell Desktop displays 'Licensed content is not accessible in MediaDirect', Dell MediaDirect cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on the file, so the file cannot be played.
What to do if my Dell D29M has SBIOS Flash corruption?
If your Dell Desktop indicates SBIOS Flash corruption, it means flash corruption was detected by SBIOS. If the problem continues, replace the system board.
What to do if my Dell D29M displays 'Time-of-Day Clock Lost Power'?
If your Dell Desktop displays a 'Time-of-Day Clock Lost Power' message: Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, try to restore the data by entering the System Setup program, then immediately exit the program. If the message reappears, contact Dell.
How to resolve 'bad command or file name' error on Dell D29M?
Ensure that you have spelled the command correctly, put spaces in the proper place, and used the correct path name.
What to do if invalid memory installed on Dell D29M?
If your Dell Desktop indicates that invalid memory is installed, try resetting the memory module. If the issue continues, you might need to replace the memory module.
What to do if system board failure on Dell Desktop?
If your Dell Desktop is experiencing a system board failure, including BIOS corruption or ROM error, flash the latest BIOS version. If the problem persists, replace the system board.
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