Dell Inspiron 14 (N4030, Mid 2010) User Manual

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Using Support Tools

CMOS checksum error — Possible system

board failure or RTC battery low. Replace the

battery (see the Service Manual at
support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell (see

“Contacting Dell” on page 72).
CPU fan failure — CPU fan has failed. Replace

the CPU fan (see the Service Manual at
support.dell.com/manuals).
Hard-disk drive failure — Possible hard

drive failure during POST. Contact Dell (see

“Contacting Dell” on page 72).
Hard-disk drive read failure — Possible hard

drive failure during HDD boot test. Contact Dell

(see “Contacting Dell” on page 72).
No boot device available — No bootable

partition on hard drive, the hard drive cable is

loose, or no bootable device exists.

If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure

that the cables are connected and that the

drive is installed properly and partitioned as

a boot device.

Enter system setup and ensure that the boot

sequence information is correct (see the Dell

Technology Guide on your hard drive or at
support.dell.com/manuals).

CAUTION - Hard Drive SELF MONITORING
SYSTEM has reported that a parameter has
exceeded its normal operating range. Dell
recommends that you back up your data
regularly. A parameter out of range may
or may not indicate a potential hard drive
problem
— S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive

failure. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell”

on page 72).

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