Troubleshooting Your System 994 Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours.5 Close the system. See "Opening and Closing the System" on page 46.6 Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.If the system does not start properly, see "Getting Help" on page 125.7 If the system starts properly, shut down the system and reinstall all of the expansion cards that youremoved. See "Installing an Expansion Card" on page 61.8 Run the appropriate online diagnostic test. See "Using Server Administrator Diagnostics" on page 111.If the tests fail, see "Getting Help" on page 125.Troubleshooting a Damaged SystemProblem• System was dropped or damaged.ActionCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only performtroubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online ortelephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by yourwarranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.1 Open the system. See "Opening and Closing the System" on page 46.2 Ensure that the following components are properly installed:• Expansion cards and risers• Power supplies• Processor and heatsink• Memory modules• Fans• Drive-carrier connections to the SAS backplane board, if applicable3 Ensure that all cables are properly connected.4 Close the system. See "Opening and Closing the System" on page 46.5 Run the system board tests in the system diagnostics. See "Running the System Diagnostics" on page 112.If the tests fail, see "Getting Help" on page 125.
