Dell XPS/Dimension XPS User Manual
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Solving Problems
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— The computer is in standby
mode. Press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse to resume normal
operation.
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— The computer is either turned off or is not
receiving power.
• Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the back of the
computer and the electrical outlet.
• If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is
plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is turned on.
• Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device,
such as a lamp.
• Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to
verify that the computer turns on.
• Ensure that the main power cable is securely connected to the system board
• Ensure that the front panel cable is securely connected to the system board
• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 129).
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— The computer is
receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist.
• Ensure that the microprocessor power cable is securely connected to the
system board (see page 85).
• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 129).
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— The computer is receiving
electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist.
• Ensure that the microprocessor power cable is securely connected to the
system board (see page 85).
• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 129).
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— A device might be
malfunctioning or incorrectly installed.
• Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 86).
• Remove and then reinstall any cards (see page 89).
• Remove and then reinstall the video card, if applicable (see page 89).
• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 129).
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