Dell Vostro 270 Owner's Manual - Page 41
Troubleshooting, Diagnostic Power LED Codes - motherboard
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5 Troubleshooting Diagnostic Power LED Codes Power LED Light Status Off Blinking Amber Steady Amber Steady White Possible Cause Troubleshooting Steps The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • Re-seat the power cable in the power connector on the back of the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and is turned on. Also, bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify the computer turns on properly. • Ensure the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Computer fails to complete POST or processor failure. • Remove and then reinstall any cards. • Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable. • Ensure the power cable is connected to the motherboard and processor. Computer is in standby or this is a computer fault error condition, including the power supply. Only the +5VSB rail on the power supply is working correctly. • Press the power button to bring the computer out of standby mode. • Ensure all power cables are securely connected to the system board. • Ensure the main power cable and front panel cable are securely connected to the system board. The computer is fully functional and in If the computer is not responding, do the On state. the following: • Ensure the display is connected and turned on. 41