Dell Precision WorkStation 530 User Manual page 167

NOTICE:
Before disconnecting a device from the computer, wait 10 to 20
seconds after disconnecting the computer from its electrical outlet. Before
removing a component from the system board, verify that the standby power
light on the system board has turned off. To locate this light, see
Components" or the interior service label.
Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist
Turn off the computer and devices, disconnect them from their
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electrical outlets, and wait 10 to 20 seconds.
Lay the computer on its right side.
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Open the computer
3
Let the computer dry for at least 24 hours. Ensure that it is thoroughly
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dry before you proceed.
Remove all expansion cards
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card.
NOTE: If your primary hard drive is connected to a drive controller card
and not one of the system board EIDE connectors, leave the drive
controller card installed in the computer.
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 computer have power?
Yes. Go to step 9.
No. Contact Dell for technical assistance.
Turn off the computer and devices, disconnect them from their
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electrical outlets, and wait 10 to 20 seconds.
Lay the computer on its right side.
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Open the computer
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Reinstall all expansion cards.
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Close the computer
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Stand the computer upright.
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as you perform the following steps:
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