Troubleshooting system memory – Dell PowerEdge T300 User Manual

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Troubleshooting Your System

5 Ensure that the faulty fan's power cable is firmly attached to the fan power

connector (see "Cooling Fans" on page 107).

6 Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet, and turn on the system and

attached peripherals.

7 If the problem is not resolved, install a new fan (see "Cooling Fans" on

page 107).

If the replacement fan is working properly, close the system (see "Installing
the System Cover" on page 67).

If the replacement fan does not operate, see "Getting Help" on page 175.

Troubleshooting System Memory

Problem

Faulty memory module.

Faulty system board.

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

Action

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 If the system is operational, run the appropriate online diagnostic test (see

"Using Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics" on page 163).

If diagnostics indicates a fault, follow the corrective actions provided by
the diagnostic program. If the problem is not resolved or if the system is
not operational, continue to the next step.

2 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, unplug the system from the

power source and press the power button, and then reconnect the system
to power.

3 Turn on the system and attached peripherals and, as the system boots,

note the messages on the screen.

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