Troubleshooting Your System 15912 Replace the processor airflow shroud (see "Installing the Processor AirflowShroud" on page 72).13 Close the system (see "Installing the System Cover" on page 67).14 Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet, and turn on the system andattached peripherals. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" onpage 175.Troubleshooting Expansion CardsNOTE: When troubleshooting an expansion card, see the documentation for youroperating system and the expansion card.Problem• Error message indicates a problem with an expansion card.• Expansion card performs incorrectly or not at all.ActionCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Youshould only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in yourproduct documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service andsupport team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not coveredby your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with theproduct.1 Run the appropriate online diagnostic test for the expansion card which isexhibiting issues (see "Using Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics" on page 163).Follow any recommended actions provided by the diagnostics. If theproblem persists, go to the next step.2 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the systemfrom the electrical outlet.3 Open the system (see "System Cover" on page 66).4 Remove the processor airflow shroud (see "Removing the Processor AirflowShroud" on page 70).5 Ensure that each expansion card is firmly seated in its connector (see"Installing an Expansion Card" on page 95).
