Troubleshooting a damaged system – Dell PowerEdge R200 User Manual

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4 Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours.
5 Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 55.
6 Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and

attached peripherals.

If the system does not start properly, see "Getting Help" on page 127.

7 If the system starts properly, shut down the system and reinstall all of the

expansion cards that you removed. See "Installing an Expansion Card" on
page 75.

8 Run the appropriate online diagnostic test. See "Using Dell PowerEdge

Diagnostics" on page 117.

If the tests fail, see "Getting Help" on page 127.

Troubleshooting a Damaged System

Problem

System was dropped or damaged.

Action

CAUTION:

Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system

cover and access any of the components inside the system. Before performing any
procedure, see your Product Information Guide for complete information about
safety precautions, working inside the computer and protecting against
electrostatic discharge.

1 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 54.
2 Ensure that the following components are properly installed:

Expansion cards

Power supplies

Fans

3 Ensure that all cables are properly connected.
4 Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 55.
5 Run the system board tests in the system diagnostics. See "Running the

System Diagnostics" on page 117.

If the tests fail, see "Getting Help" on page 127.

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