Power Problems; Printer Problems - Dell Vostro 220s Service Manual

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Check the network cable connector —
back of the computer and the network jack.
Check the network lights on the back of the computer —
the Setup and Quick Reference Guide), no network communication is occurring. Replace the network cable.
Restart the computer and log on to the network again
Check your network settings —
your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.
Run the Hardware Troubleshooter —

Power Problems

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that
shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory
Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
If the power light is blue and the computer is not responding —
If the power light is blinking blue —
press the power button to resume normal operation.
If the power light is off —
Reseat the power cable in the power connector on the back of the computer and the electrical outlet.
Bypass power strips, power extension cables, and other power protection devices to verify that the computer turns on
properly.
Ensure that any power strips being used are plugged into an electrical outlet and are turned on.
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
Components).
If the power light is blinking amber, beep code 3 —
failure may exist.
Ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to match the AC power at your location (if applicable).
Ensure that all components and cables are properly installed and securely connected to the system board (see
Board
Components).
If the power light is steady amber —
Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board power connector (POWER2) (see
System Board
Components).
Remove and then reinstall all memory modules (see
Remove and then reinstall any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see
Eliminate interference —
Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables
Too many devices connected to the same power strip
Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet

Printer Problems

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that
shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory
Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into the network connector on the
Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that
See
Hardware
The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or
The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power.
A device may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed.
Some possible causes of interference are:
If the link integrity light is off (see "About Your Computer" in
Troubleshooter.
See
Power
The computer is receiving electrical power, but a system board
Replacing or Adding a Memory
Lights.
Module).
PCI and PCI Express
Cards).
System Board
System

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