Table 5. Diagnostic indicators (continued)
Icon Description Condition Corrective action
Temperature
indicator
The indicator flashes amber if
the system experiences a thermal
error (for example, the ambient
temperature is out of range or fan
failure).
Ensure that none of the following conditions exist:
● A cooling fan has been removed or has failed.
● System cover, cooling shroud, EMI filler panel,
memory module blank, or back filler bracket is
removed.
● Ambient temperature is too high.
● External airflow is obstructed.
See the Getting help section.
Memory indicator The indicator flashes amber if a
memory error occurs.
Check the system event log or system messages
for the location of the failed memory. Reseat the
memory module. If the problem persists, see the
Getting help section.
Related references
Getting help on page 201
Hard drive indicator codes
Each hard drive carrier has an activity indicator and a status indicator. The indicators provide information about the current
status of the hard drive. The activity LED indicates whether hard drive is currently in use or not. The status LED indicates the
power condition of the hard drive.
Figure 6. Hard drive indicators
1. Hard drive activity indicator
2. Hard drive status indicator
3. Hard drive
NOTE:
If the hard drive is in the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) mode, the status indicator (on the right side)
does not turn on.
Table 6. Hard drive indicator codes
Drive-status indicator pattern Condition
Flashes green twice per second Identifying drive or preparing for removal.
Off Drive ready for insertion or removal.
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