Dell Dimension 9200 Owner's Manual - Page 71
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R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 56. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S G R E E N A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I N G - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S O F F - The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into the power connector on the back of the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is turned on. • Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are securely connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 81). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - A device may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "Memory" on page 82). • Remove and then reinstall any cards, including graphics cards (see "Cards" on page 86). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G A M B E R - The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may exist. • Ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to match the AC power at your location, if applicable. • Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 81). E L I M I N A T E I N T E R F E R E N C E - Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices connected to the same power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Solving Problems 71