Troubleshooting Tools; Diagnostic Lights; Diagnostic Light Codes Before Post - Dell Precision NX046 User Manual

Troubleshooting Tools

Diagnostic Lights

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "1,"
"2," "3," and "4" on the front. The lights can be "off" or green. When the
computer starts normally, the lights flash. If the computer malfunctions, the
pattern of the lights and also that of the power button help to identify the
problem. These lights also indicate sleep states.

Diagnostic Light Codes Before POST

Diagnostic Lights
Product Information Guide
Power Problem Description
Light
off The computer is in a
normal off condition
or in Windows
Hibernation mode.
10
.
Suggested Resolution
Press the power button to
turn the computer on.
If the computer does not
turn on, ensure that the
front-panel power light is
on. If the power light is off,
ensure that the computer is
connected to a working
electrical outlet and then
press the power button.
If the problem is still not
resolved, contact Dell for
technical assistance (see
"Contacting Dell" on
page 295).
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