Dell XPS 410 (Mid 2007) - Manual (Page 6)

Beep Codes
Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies
a problem. For example, beep code 1-3-1 consists of one beep, a burst of three beeps, and then one beep.This beep code tells you that the computer
encountered a memory problem.
Reseating the memory modules (see Installing Memory ) may fix the beep code errors in the following table. If the problem persists, see "Contacting Dell" in
your Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
The following table lists beep codes for non memory related errors.
Memory modules are detected, but a
memory failure has occurred. l If two or more memory modules are installed, remove the modules (see Removing
Memory ), then reinstall one module (see Installing Memory ) and restart the computer. If the
computer starts normally, continue to install additional modules (one at a time) until you
have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error.
l If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see
Installing Memory ).
A possible graphics card failure has
occurred. l Reseat any installed graphics card (see Installing a PCI Express Card ).
l If available, install a working graphics card into your computer.
A possible floppy drive or hard drive
failure has occurred. Reseat all power and data cables.
A possible USB failure has occurred. Reinstall all USB devices and check all cable connections.
No memory modules are detected. l If two or more memory modules are installed, remove the modules (see Removing
Memory ), then reinstall one module (see Installing Memory ) and restart the computer. If the
computer starts normally, continue to install additional modules (one at a time) until you
have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error.
l If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see
Installing Memory ).
Memory modules are detected, but a
memory configuration or compatibility
error has occurred. l Ensure that no special requirements for memory module/connector placement exist (see
Memory ).
l Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see Memory ).
A possible expansion card failure has
occurred. 1. Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not a graphics card) and restarting the
computer (see Cards ).
2. If the problem persists, reinstall the card that you removed, then remove a different card
and restart the computer.
3. Repeat this process for each card installed. If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot
the last card removed from the computer for resource conflicts (see Resolving Software and
Hardware Incompatibilities ).
The system is operating in quick
resume mode. l Press the power button
l Move the mouse
l Press any key on the keyboard
l Press any key on the optional MCE remote control
Another failure has occurred. l Ensure that all hard drive and CD/DVD cables are properly connected to the system board
(see System Board Components ).
l If there is an error message on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as
the floppy drive or hard drive), check the device to ensure that it is functioning properly.
l If the operating system is attempting to boot from a device (such as the floppy drive or
hard drive), check system setup (see System Setup Program ) to ensure the boot sequence
is correct for the devices installed on your computer.
Code Cause
1-3-1 through 2-4-4 Memory not being properly identified or used
4-3-1 Memory failure above address 0FFFFh
Code Cause
1-1-2 Microprocessor register failure
1-1-3 NVRAM
1-1-4 ROM BIOS checksum failure
1-2-1 Programmable interval timer
1-2-2 DMA initialization failure
1-2-3 DMA page register read/write failure
3-1-1 Slave DMA register failure