Troubleshooting a damaged system – Dell POWEREDGE C6105 User Manual

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Troubleshooting Your System


Expansion-card

Power supplies

Fans

Processors and heat sinks

Memory modules

4 Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours.
5 Reinstall the components you removed in step 3.
6 Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 143.
7 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 215.

8 If the system starts properly, shut down the system and reinstall the

expansion card that you removed. See "Installing the Expansion Card"
on page 101.

9 If the system fails to start, see "Getting Help" on page 215.

Troubleshooting a Damaged System

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You

should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with
the product.

1 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the

system from the electrical outlet.

2 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 142.
3 Ensure that the following components are properly installed:

Expansion-card assembly

Power supplies

Fans

Processors and heat sinks

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