Diagnostics Messages; Diagnostic Lights - Dell Precision WorkStation 530 User Manual

Diagnostics Messages

When you run a test group or subtest in the
message may result. These error messages are not covered in this section.
Record the message on a copy of your
Dell for technical assistance.

Diagnostic Lights

Your computer has a series of lights that can help you analyze and solve
problems with your computer. To locate these lights, see
Computer (Doors Open)."
• System lights
• Diagnostic lights
CAUTION: Before servicing any components inside your computer,
see "Safety First—For You and Your
The lights can help you determine what to do to resolve a problem. If a
problem resolution requires you to open the computer cover, refer to
"Removing and Installing
performing the suggested resolution. If the problem persists after you
perform the suggested resolution,
System Lights
The following table lists the codes for the system lights, gives probable
causes, and suggests corrective actions.
S y s t e m L i g h t C o d e s
Power Light Hard Drive Light Cause
Solid green N/A
Blinking green Blank
Blinks green several N/A
times and then
turns off
Dell Diagnostics, an error
Diagnostics Checklist
Computer."
Parts" for procedures you must complete before
contact Dell for technical assistance.
Power is on, and the computer is
operating normally.
The computer is in the suspended
state (Windows 2000 and Windows
XP).
There is a configuration error.
and contact
"Front View of the
Corrective Action
No corrective action is required.
Use one of the appropriate methods
to "wake up" the computer. See
"Power Management."
Check the
the specific problem is identified.
S o lv ing Pr o b le m s
diagnostic lights to see if
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