Troubleshooting system memory, Troubleshooting a fan – Dell PowerEdge 2850 User Manual

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Problem

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Systems management software issues a fan-related error message.

 

Action

Ensure that none of the following conditions exist:

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Ambient temperature is too high.

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External airflow is obstructed.

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Cables inside the system obstruct airflow.

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An individual cooling fan has failed. See "

Troubleshooting a Fan

."

 

Troubleshooting a Fan

 

Problem

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System-status indicator is amber.

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Systems management software issues a fan-related error message.

 

Action

 

 

1.

Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See "

Using Server Administrator Diagnostics

" in Running System Diagnostics."


 

2.

Open the system. See "

Opening the System

."

 

 

3.

Ensure that the faulty fan is properly seated in its connector and that its handle is closed. See "

System Fans

" in "Installing System Options."

 

4.

If the problem is not resolved, install a new fan. See "

System Fans

" in "Installing System Options."

If the replacement fan is working properly, close the system. See "

Closing the System

."

If the replacement fan does not operate, see "

Getting Help

."

 

Troubleshooting System Memory

 

Problem

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Faulty memory module.

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Faulty system board.

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Front-panel status LCD indicates a problem with system memory.

 

Action

 

CAUTION:

Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. See

your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against
electrostatic discharge.

CAUTION:

The cooling fans are hot-pluggable. To maintain proper cooling while the system is on, only replace one fan at a time.

NOTE:

Wait 30 seconds for the system to recognize the fan and determine whether it is working properly.

CAUTION:

Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. See

your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against
electrostatic discharge.

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