Appendix C System Messages - Dell Inspiron 3800 Reference And Troubleshooting Manual

Table C-1. System Error Messages
Message
Auxiliary
device failure
Bad command or
file name
Cache disabled
due to failure
NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help.
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A P P E N D I X C
System Messages
Your application programs, the operating system, and the computer itself can provide
you with status and error information in the form of system messages that appear on
the computer's display or an external monitor. This appendix documents the system
messages generated by the basic input/output system (BIOS). For other messages,
refer to the documentation for your application program or operating system.
If a message appears on the display or external monitor, make a note of the message.
See Table C-1 for an explanation of the message and suggestions for correcting any
errors. The system messages are listed alphabetically.
NOTE: If the message is not listed in Table C-1, check the documentation for the appli-
cation programs that were running at the time the message appeared or the operating
system documentation for an explanation of the message and a recommended
action.
Cause
The touch pad, track stick, or
external PS/2 mouse may be
faulty.
The command you entered
does not exist or is not in the
pathname you specified.
The primary cache internal to
the microprocessor has
failed.
Action
If you are using an external mouse only, check the
connection for a loose or improperly connected
cable. If the problem persists, enable the Pointing
Device option in the System Setup program. For
instructions, see Appendix B, "Using the System
Setup Program" . If the problem persists, call Dell for
technical assistance. For instructions, see
Chapter 5, "Getting Help."
Make sure that you have typed the command
correctly, placed spaces in the proper locations, and
used the correct pathname.
Call Dell for technical assistance. For instructions,
see Chapter 5, "Getting Help."
System Messages C-1