Repairing A Wet Computer - Dell Precision 330 User Manual

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Unplug the AC power cable from the computer, wait approximately 30
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seconds, and plug in the AC power cable.
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
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NOTICE:
If your computer is not responding, turning off power or unplugging
the power cord should be done only as a last resort. Doing so can cause
problems with system settings and configuration.

Repairing a Wet Computer

Spills, splashes, and excessive humidity can cause damage to the system. If
an external device, such as a printer or modem, gets wet, contact the
manufacturer of the device for instructions.
CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see
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Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist
Turn off the computer and peripherals, disconnect them from their
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electrical outlets, wait at least 5 seconds, and then
computer cover.
Let the computer dry for at least 24 hours. Ensure that it is thoroughly
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dry before you proceed.
If you have a mini tower chassis,
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Remove all expansion cards
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expansion card.
NOTE:
If your primary hard drive is connected to a drive controller card
and not one of the system board EIDE connectors, leave the drive
controller card installed in the computer.
Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and peripherals
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to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Does the system have power?
Yes. Go to step 6.
No. Contact Dell
Turn off the computer and peripherals, disconnect them from their
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electrical outlets, wait at least 5 seconds, and then remove the
computer cover.
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as you perform the following steps:
remove the AGP card
installed in the computer except a video
for technical assistance.
"Safety First—
remove the
brace.