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Solving problems, Beep codes – Dell Studio XPS 8000 (Late 2009) User Manual

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Solving Problems

This section provides troubleshooting

information for your computer. If you cannot

solve your problem using the following

guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on

page 36 or “Contacting Dell” on page 57.

Beep Codes

Your computer might emit a series of beeps during

start‑up if thre are errors or problems. This series

of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem.

write down the beep code and contact Dell (see

“Contacting Dell” on page 57).

Beep Code Possible Problem
One

Possible motherboard failure ‑

BIOS ROM checksum failure

Two

No RAM detected
NOTE: If you installed or

replaced the memory module,

ensure that the memory module

is seated properly.

Three

Possible motherboard failure ‑

Chipset error

Four

RAM read/write failure

Five

Real Time Clock failure

Six

Video card or chip failure

Seven

Processor failure