Dell Dimension DMC Owner's Manual

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Solving Problems 33Printer ProblemsNOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, call the printer’s manufacturer. See the printerdocumentation for the correct phone number.IF THE POWER LIGHT IS STEADY AMBER — The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internalpower problem might exist.• Ensure that the microprocessor power cable is securely connected to the system board.• Remove and then reinstall the memory modules.• Remove and then reinstall any cards.• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 90).IF THE POWER LIGHT IS BLINKING AMBER — A device might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed.• Ensure that the main power cable is securely connected to the system board.• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 90).ELIMINATE INTERFERENCE — Electrical appliances on the same circuit or operating near the computercan cause interference. Other causes of interference are:• Power extension cables• Keyboard and mouse extension cables• Too many devices on a power strip• Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outletCHECK THE PRINTER DOCUMENTATION — See the printer documentation for setup and troubleshootinginformation.ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON — See the printer documentation for power buttoninformation.VERIFY THE PRINTER CABLE CONNECTIONS —• See the printer documentation for cable connection information.• Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and the computer (seepage 11).TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with anotherdevice, such as a lamp.