Owners Manual

Table Of Contents
USB memory key
Hard drive tray
Cooling shroud
Expansion card risers (if installed)
Expansion cards
Cooling fan assembly (if installed)
Cooling fan(s)
Memory modules
Processor(s) and heat sink(s)
System board
4. Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours.
5. Reinstall the components you removed in step 3 except the expansion cards.
6. Install the system cover.
7. Turn on the system and attached peripherals.
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
8. If the system starts properly, turn off the system, and reinstall all the expansion cards that you removed.
9. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see the Using system diagnostics section.
If the tests fail, see the Getting help section.
Related references
Getting help on page 187
Using system diagnostics on page 180
Troubleshooting a damaged system
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
1. Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove the system cover.
3. Ensure that the following components are properly installed:
hard drive carriers
hard drive backplane
hard drives
cable management tray
expansion cards and expansion card risers
power supply unit(s)
memory risers
cooling fans
memory riser and fan cage
SD cards
USB memory key
NIC hardware key
network daughter card riser (Riser 1)
processor(s) and heat sink(s)
4. Ensure that all cables are properly connected.
5. Install the system cover.
6. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see Using system diagnostics on page 180.
If the tests fail, see Getting Help.
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Troubleshooting your system