Troubleshooting Processors; System Messages; Warning Messages - Dell PowerEdge R730xd Owner's Manual

b. Remove the system cover.
c. Reinstall one of the expansion cards.
d. Install the system cover.
e. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
Related Links
Getting help
Using system diagnostics
Safety instructions
Removing the system cover
Removing an expansion card from expansion card riser 2 or 3
Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser 2 or 3
Installing the system cover

Troubleshooting processors

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Run the appropriate diagnostics test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
2. Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3. Remove the system cover.
4. Ensure that the processor and heat sink are properly installed.
5. Install the system cover.
6. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
7. If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
Related Links
Getting help
Using system diagnostics
Removing the system cover
Installing the system cover

System messages

For a list of event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system
components, see the Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
> OpenManage software.

Warning messages

A warning message alerts you to a possible problem and prompts you to respond before the system
continues a task. For example, before you format a hard drive, a message warns you that you may lose all
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