Quick Reference Guide

2-2 Dell PowerEdge 2450 Systems Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
3. Perform the steps in the next section, “Checking Connections and Switches.”
Is the problem resolved?
Ye s . The power to the computer system was faulty, or the connections to the
computer system were loose. You have fixed the problem.
No. Go to step 4.
4. Follow the procedures described in "Look and Listen," found later in this chapter.
Did the system complete the boot routine?
Ye s . Go to step 5.
No. A serious malfunction may have occurred. Go to Chapter 11, “Getting Help.”
5. Did you receive a system message or beep code?
Ye s . Go to “System Messages” in Chapter 3, “Messages and Codes.”
No. Go to step 6.
6. Verify the settings in the System Setup program. (See Chapter 4, “Using the Sys-
tem Setup Program,” in your
User’s Guide
.
Is the problem resolved?
Ye s . The system configuration information was incorrect. You have fixed the
problem.
No. Go to step 7.
7. Run the Dell Diagnostics. (See Chapter 5, “Running the Dell Diagnostics.”)
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Improperly set switches and controls and loose or improperly connected cables are
the most likely source of problems for the computer, monitor, or other peripherals
(such as a printer, keyboard, mouse, or other external equipment). A quick check of
all the switches, controls, and cable connections can easily solve these problems.
Figure 2-1 shows the back-panel connections on the computer. Figure 2-2 shows the
front-panel controls and indicators on the computer.