Network Problems; Power Problems - Dell Dimension 2400 Series Owner's Manual

Network Problems

CAUTION:
Product Information Guide.
C HECK THE NETWORK CABLE CONNECTOR
network connector on the back of the computer and the network jack.
C HECK THE NETWORK LIGHTS ON THE BACK OF THE COMPUTER
communication exists. Replace the network cable.
ESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN
R
C HECK YOUR NETWORK SETTINGS
network to verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.
C HECK FOR INTERRUPT REQUEST CONFLICTS

Power Problems

CAUTION:
Product Information Guide.
I F THE POWER LIGHT IS GREEN AND THE COMPUTER IS NOT RESPONDING
F THE POWER LIGHT IS BLINKING GREEN
I
move the mouse to resume normal operation.
F THE POWER LIGHT IS OFF
I
• Reseat the power cable into both 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. Also 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. For
more information, see page 51.
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Solving Problems
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
— Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the
— Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your
— See page 44.
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
— The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on the keyboard or
— The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power.
— No light indicates that no network
— See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 35.