Troubleshooting system memory – Dell PowerEdge 2800 User Manual
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System status indicator is amber.
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Systems management software issues a fan-related error message.
Action
1.
Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See "
Using Server Administrator Diagnostics
" in Running System Diagnostics."
2.
Open the system. See "
3.
Locate the fan referenced by the systems management software or diagnostics.
See
Figure A
-3
for the relative location of each fan.
4.
Ensure that the faulty fan is firmly seated in the fan bracket, to ensure contact with the fan power connector on the system board.
5.
Check that cables are not blocking the airflow within the system.
6.
7.
Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.
8.
If the problem is not resolved, install a new fan. See "
Fans
" in "Installing System Components."
9.
If the replacement fan does not operate, see "
Getting Help
."
Troubleshooting System Memory
Problem
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Faulty memory module.
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Faulty system board.
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System status indicator is amber.
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LCD error code or system beep code indicates a memory problem.
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Systems management software issues a memory-related message through the LCD display or systems management software.
Action
Memory-related beep code during system startup.
1.
Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2.
Open the system. See "
3.
Reseat the memory modules in their sockets. See "
Installing Memory Modules
" in "Installing System Components."
4.
5.
Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.
If there is no memory-related beep code, the problem is resolved.
CAUTION:
Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. See
your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against
electrostatic discharge.
CAUTION:
Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. See
your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against
electrostatic discharge.