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

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System message indicates a problem with the keyboard

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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

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System message indicates a problem with the mouse.

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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

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Error message indicates a problem with a serial port.

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Device connected to a serial port is not operating properly.

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