102 Troubleshooting Tools
– Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "Memory" on
page 155).
– Remove and then reinstall any cards (see "Cards" on page 157).
– Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see "Cards"
on page 157).
• If the power light is blinking amber, there may be a power problem or an
internal device malfunction.
– Ensure that all power cables are securely connected to the system
board (see "System Board Components" on page 150).
– Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are securely
connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on
page 150).
Beep Codes
Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor
cannot display errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code,
identifies a problem. For example, beep code 1-3-1 (one possible beep code)
consists of one beep, a burst of three beeps, and then one beep. This beep
code tells you that the computer encountered a memory problem.
Reseating the memory modules may correct the following beep code errors. If
the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell"
in the
User’s Guide
)
for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
If you experience any of the following beep code errors, see "Contacting Dell"
in the
User’s Guide
for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
Code Cause
1-3-1 through
2-4-4
Memory not being properly identified or used
4-3-1 Memory failure above address 0FFFFh
Code Cause
1-1-2 Microprocessor register failure
1-1-3 NVRAM read/write failure
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