Answers to common problems, System, The computer fails the post – Dell Alienware M11x (Early 2010) User Manual

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CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING

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After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Alienware

7.

Diagnostics

Main Menu.

Remove the backup disc, then close the

8.

Main Menu window to exit the Alienware

Diagnostics and restart the computer.

Answers to Common Problems

System

The computer fails the POST

The POST (Power On Self Test) tests the computer, ensuring that it meets the necessary
system requirements and that all hardware is working properly before starting the remainder
of the boot process. If the computer passes the POST, the computer will continue to start
normally. However, if the computer fails the POST, the computer will generate a single beep
to indicate a general failure and an error message will be displayed. For assistance, contact
Alienware Technical Support (see “CONTACTING ALIENWARE“ on page 99).

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