System Lights; Battery Problems - Dell OptiPlex SX270 User Manual

yellow
green
yellow Memory modules are
green detected, but a memory
yellow configuration or compatibility
green error exists.
yellow Other failure has occurred.
green
green
green
green The computer is in a normal
green operating condition after
green POST.
green

System Lights

Located on the front of the computer, these lights can indicate a computer problem.
Power Light
Solid green
Blinking green
Solid yellow
Blinking yellow
Solid green and a beep code during
POST
Solid green power light and no beep
code and no video during POST
Solid green power light and no beep
code, but the computer locks up during
POST

Battery Problems

Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.
CAUTION: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the steps in
reinstall one memory module (if the computer supports a single module), and then restart
the computer. If the computer starts normally, move the memory module to a different
connector and restart the computer. Continue until you have identified a faulty connector or
reinstalled all modules without error.
Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist.
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Verify that the memory modules that you are installing are compatible with your computer.
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If the problem persists,
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Ensure that the cables are properly connected to the system board from the hard drive, CD
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drive, and DVD drive.
Check the computer message that appears on your monitor screen.
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If the problem persists,
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None.
Problem Description
Power is on, and the computer is operating
normally.
The computer is in the suspended state
(Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows
XP).
A device on the system board may be faulty
or incorrectly installed.
A power supply or system board failure may
have occurred.
A problem was detected while the BIOS was
executing.
The monitor or the graphics card may be
faulty or incorrectly installed.
An integrated system board device may be
faulty.
contact Dell.
contact Dell.
Suggested Resolution
Normal operating condition.
Otherwise, check the back panel diagnostic lights to see if the
specific problem is identified. See "Diagnostic
Press the power button, move the mouse, or press a key on the
keyboard to wake the computer.
See "Power Problems."
If the problem persists, contact Dell
See "Power Problems."
If the problem persists, contact Dell
See "Beep Codes" for instructions on diagnosing the beep code.
Also, check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is
identified.
Check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is
identified. See "Video and Monitor
Check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is
identified. If the problem is not identified,
assistance.
"CAUTION: Safety Instructions."
Lights."
for technical assistance.
for technical assistance.
Problems."
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