How to fix TPM detection failure on Dell Precision 7960 Tower?
- MMatthew GreenSep 12, 2025
If your Dell Desktop has a TPM detection failure, replace the system board.

How to fix TPM detection failure on Dell Precision 7960 Tower?
If your Dell Desktop has a TPM detection failure, replace the system board.
How to resolve 'Invalid memory installed' error on Dell Precision 7960 Tower?
If your Dell Desktop displays an 'Invalid memory installed' error, reset and swap the memory modules among the slots. If the problem continues, replace the memory module.
How to fix system board failure on Dell Precision 7960 Tower?
If your Dell Desktop has a system board failure, which may include BIOS corruption or ROM errors, flash the latest BIOS version. If the issue continues, the system board may need to be replaced.
What to do if Dell Precision 7960 Tower has CPU failure?
If your Dell Desktop indicates a CPU failure, run the Dell Support Assist/Dell Diagnostics tool. If the problem persists, you may need to replace the system board.
How to fix System board/Chipset Error on Dell Precision 7960 Tower?
If your Dell Desktop indicates a System board/Chipset Error, the suggested solution is to replace the system board.
What to do for flash corruption detected by SBIOS on Dell Precision 7960 Tower Desktop?
If your Dell Desktop detects flash corruption, press the power button for over 25 seconds to perform an RTC reset. If the problem continues, replace the system board. Disconnect all power sources (AC, battery, coin cell) and drain flea power by pressing and holding the power button for 3-5 seconds to ensure all power is drained. Run "BIOS recovery from USB", and the instructions are in the website Dell support. If the problem still occurs, replace the system board.
What to do if Dell Precision 7960 Tower has Timeout waiting on ME to reply to HECI message?
If your Dell Desktop experiences a timeout waiting on ME to reply to HECI message, replace the system board.
What to do if EC unable to program i-Fuse on Dell Desktop?
If the Dell Desktop's EC is unable to program i-Fuse, replace the system board.
How to resolve generic catch-all EC code flow errors on Dell Precision 7960 Tower?
If your Dell Desktop experiences a generic catch-all error for ungraceful EC code flow, disconnect all power sources (AC, battery, coin cell) and drain flea power by pressing and holding down the power button for 3-5 seconds.
What to do if Dell Precision 7960 Tower Desktop has CMOS battery failure?
If your Dell Desktop has a CMOS battery failure, reset the main battery connection. If the problem persists, replace the main battery.
General safety guidelines for working inside the computer.
Understanding and preventing ESD damage to components.
Final steps to complete after internal computer maintenance.
Overview of the main hardware components of the system.
Procedures for removing and installing the left-side computer cover.
Procedures for removing and installing the CPU.
Steps for removing and installing the power supply unit.
Detailed labels for connectors on the system board.
Steps to access the computer's BIOS setup.
Details on various system configuration settings available in BIOS.
Steps to update BIOS from within Windows or using USB.
How to run pre-boot hardware diagnostics using SupportAssist.
Explanation of system diagnostic light patterns and their meanings.
Information on how to contact Dell support and find resources.











