Troubleshooting the keyboard, Troubleshooting the mouse, Troubleshooting basic i/o functions – Dell PowerEdge SC1435 User Manual

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Troubleshooting Your System

Troubleshooting the Keyboard

Problem

System message indicates a problem with the keyboard

Keyboard is not functioning properly

Action

1 Enter the System Setup program and ensure that the USB ports are enabled. See "Using the System

Setup Program" on page 23.

2 Examine the keyboard and its cable for signs of damage.
3 Swap the faulty keyboard with a working keyboard.

If the problem is resolved, replace the faulty keyboard. See "Getting Help" on page 95.

4 Run the appropriate online diagnostic test. See "Using Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics" on page 85.

If the problem is not resolved, see "Getting Help" on page 95.

Troubleshooting the Mouse

Problem

System message indicates a problem with the mouse.

Mouse is not functioning properly.

Action

1 Enter the System Setup program and ensure that the USB ports are enabled. See "Using the System

Setup Program" on page 23.

2 Examine the mouse and its cable for signs of damage.
3 Swap the faulty mouse with a working mouse.

If the problem is resolved, replace the faulty mouse. See "Getting Help" on page 95.

4 Run the appropriate online diagnostic test. See "Using Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics" on page 85.

If the test fails, see "Getting Help" on page 95.

Troubleshooting Basic I/O Functions

Problem

Error message indicates a problem with a serial port.

Device connected to a serial port is not operating properly.

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