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System board problems – Dell Precision 330 User Manual

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Solving Problems

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6

Ensure that the microprocessor fan cables are firmly connected to the

connectors on the system board.

7

Remove and install the VRM.

8

Replace the computer cover

.

9

Stand the computer upright.

10

Reconnect the computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and

turn them on.

Is the computer working properly?
Yes. The problem is resolved.
No.

Contact Dell

for technical assistance.

System Board Problems

A system board problem can result from a defective system board
component, a faulty power supply, or a defective component connected to
the system board. If an error message indicates a system board problem, fill
out the

Diagnostics Checklist

as you perform the following steps.

CAUTION:

Before you perform this procedure, see "

Safety First—

For You and Your Computer

."

1

Reboot the system and run the System Board Devices test group in the

Dell Diagnostics

.

Did any of the tests fail?
Yes.

Contact Dell

for technical assistance.

No. Go to

step 2

.

2

Turn off the computer and peripherals, disconnect them from their

electrical outlets, wait at least 5 seconds, and then

remove the

computer cover

.

3

Ensure that the power cables from the power supply are firmly

connected to the connectors on the system board.

4

Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and peripherals

to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.

Is the computer working properly?
Yes. The problem is resolved.