Dell Precision WorkStation 530 User Manual page 160

160 So lv ing Pr o ble m s
Ensure that the DC
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connected to the connectors on each drive. Also verify that the
interface cable for each drive is firmly connected to the drive and to
the system board.
Ensure that the front panel cable is firmly connected to the system
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board and the front panel. Also ensure that the control panel cable is
firmly connected to the front panel.
The control panel contains the hard drive activity light. To locate the
system board and front panel connectors, see
Components" and
service label.
Close the computer
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Stand the computer upright.
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Reconnect the computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and
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turn them on.
Does the hard drive activity light blink during the boot routine?
Yes. Go to the next question.
No. The system board may be faulty.
assistance.
Does the computer display a drive error message?
Yes. See "System Messages" for an explanation of the message. If you
cannot correct the problem by performing the action described in the
table, then contact Dell
No. Go to the next question.
Is this the primary hard drive that contains the operating system?
Yes. Go to the next question.
No. Contact Dell for technical assistance.
Does the drive boot the operating system?
Yes. Go to the next question.
No. Files in the operating system may be corrupt. See your operating
system documentation.
Is the drive operating properly?
Yes. The problem is resolved.
power cables from the power supply are firmly
"Front Panel Components." Also, see the interior
cover.
Contact Dell
for technical assistance.
"System Board
for technical