Dell OptiPlex GX280 - Manual (Page 146)

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Solving Problems
Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX280 Systems User's Guide
Battery Problems
Drive Problems
Keyboard Problems
Lockups and Software Problems
Memory Problems
Mouse Problems
Network Problems
Power Problems
Printer Problems
Restoring Default Settings
Serial or Parallel Device Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
Video and Monitor Problems
Battery Problems
Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.
CAUTION: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in
the Product Information Guide.
Replace the battery — If you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the
computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery . If the battery still does
not work properly, contact Dell .
Drive Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in
the Product Information Guide.
Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.
Test the drive —
Insert another floppy disk, CD, or DVD to eliminate the possibility that the original one is defective.
Insert a bootable floppy disk and restart the computer.
Clean the drive or disk — See " Cleaning Your Computer ."
Check the cable connections
Check for software and hardware conflicts
Run the Dell Diagnostics