Advanced Troubleshooting; Diagnostic Lights - Dell Dimension 2400 Series Owner's Manual

Advanced Troubleshooting

Diagnostic Lights

To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "A," "B," "C," and "D" on
the back panel (see page 47). The lights can be yellow or green. When the computer starts
normally, the lights flash. After the computer starts, all four lights display solid green. If the
computer malfunctions, the color and sequence of the lights identify the problem.
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
Light Pattern Problem Description
The computer is in a normal off
condition or a possible pre-BIOS
failure has occurred.
A B C D
= yellow
= green
= off
Suggested Resolution
Verify that the computer is plugged
into a working electrical outlet and
that you have pressed the power
button.
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