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Solving problems – Dell OptiPlex GX60 User Manual

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Solving Problems

Dell provides a number of tools to help you if your system does not perform
as expected. For the latest troubleshooting information available for your
system, see the Dell support website at support.euro.dell.com. You can also
find descriptions of Dell troubleshooting tools in the section titled "Getting
Help" in your online

User’s Guide.

If computer problems occur that require help from Dell, write a detailed
description of the error, beep codes, or diagnostics light patterns; record
your Express Service Code and Service Tag Number below; and then
contact Dell from the same location as your computer.

See "Finding Information for Your Computer" on page 5 for an example of
the express service code and service tag numbers.

Express Service Code: ___________________________

Service Tag Number: ___________________________

Your computer includes the following tools that can help you solve a
problem:

D

ELL

D

IAGNOSTICS

— The Dell Diagnostics test various components in your

computer and help to identify the cause of computer problems. For more
information, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 9.

S

YSTEM

L

IGHTS

— Located on the front of the computer, these lights can

help troubleshoot a computer problem. For more information, see your
User’s Guide.

D

IAGNOSTIC

L

IGHTS

— Located on the back of the computer, these lights

can help troubleshoot a computer problem. For more information, see your
User’s Guide.

S

YSTEM

M

ESSAGES

— The computer reports these messages to warn you of

current or possible failure. For more information, see your

User’s Guide.

B

EEP

C

ODES

— A series of audible beep codes emitted by your computer can

help identify a problem. For more information, see your

User’s Guide.