Beep Codes; System Messages - Dell Dimension 2350 User Manual

Initialization of a third-party
PCI card failed.
1. The processor cache
failed.
2. The real-time clock
failed.
A USB port or a device
connected to it has failed
initialization.
Another type of failure has
occurred.
The computer has started and
is now controlled by the
operating system.

Beep Codes

If the monitor cannot display errors or problems during POST, the computer might emit a series of beeps (a beep code) that identifies the problem.
Reseating the memory modules may fix the POST beep code errors listed below. If the problem persists, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for
instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
Code Cause
1 long beep; Memory is not installed or is not detected.
1 short beep
1 long beep; Memory is detected, but a memory failure has occurred.
2 short beeps
1 long beep; Memory is detected, but is incompatible with the computer.
3 short beeps
If you hear one of the following POST beep codes, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
Code Cause
2 long beeps; CMOS checksum error
1 short beep
2 long beeps; Video subsystem failure
2 short beeps
2 long beeps; IDE subsystem failure
3 short beeps
3 long beeps; USB over-current condition detected
1 short beep

System Messages

Message Possible Cause
A defective device or power surge can cause
CMOS Checksum Error
checksum errors.
The microprocessor fan cable is not plugged in or is
CPU fan not detected
defective.
The floppy drive cable may be disconnected or
Floppy Not Detected
damaged.
Keyboard not detected The keyboard is not detected.
A memory size change occurred.
Memory Size has
changed
The memory does not pass the memory test.
Memory Test failed
The BIOS does not detect a bootable device.
No Boot Device
Detected
A S.M.A.R.T.-capable device may be defective.
S.M.A.R.T Advisory
Error
Reseat all cards, and then restart the computer.
1. Remove and replace the microprocessor.
2. If the problem persists, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for instructions on
obtaining technical assistance.
Disconnect the device from the USB connector. If the problem persists, see "Contacting Dell" in your
Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
Check the computer message that appears on your monitor screen.
No action is necessary.
Corrective Action
See "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining
technical assistance.
Ensure that the microprocessor fan is connected to the fan connector on the
system board.
Ensure that the cable properly connects the floppy drive to the
Ensure that the keyboard is connected correctly and is not damaged.
Reseat the memory
Reseat the memory
Verify the boot sequence in the
See "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining
technical assistance.
modules.
modules.
system setup program.
system board.