Network problems, Power problems – Dell Precision T3400 (Late 2007) User Manual

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Quick Reference Guide

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Network Problems

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide.

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If the link

integrity light is off (see "Controls and Lights" in your User’s Guide), no network
communication is occurring. Replace the network cable.

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Ensure that the network cable is firmly

inserted into the network connector on the back of the computer and the network jack.

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Contact your network administrator or the

person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are correct and
that the network is functioning.

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ROUBLESHOOTER

See "Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 41.

Power Problems

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide.

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See

"Diagnostic Lights" on page 33.

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The computer is in standby mode.

Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume
normal operation.

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The computer is either turned off or is not receiving

power.

• Reseat the power cable in the power connector on the back of the computer and the

electrical outlet.

• Bypass power strips, power extension cables, and other power protection devices to

verify that the computer turns on properly.

• Ensure that any power strips being used are plugged into an electrical outlet and are

turned on.

• Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a

lamp.

• Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are securely connected to the

system board (see "System Board Components" in your User’s Guide).

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