Troubleshooting Your System 151• Power supplies• Processors and heat sinks• Memory modules• Fan bracket4 Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours.5 Reinstall the processors and heat sinks, memory modules, power supplies,cooling shroud, and fan bracket.6 Close the system. See "Closing the System."7 Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system.If the system does not start properly, see "Getting Help."8 If the system starts properly, shut down the system and reinstall the rest ofthe components that you removed in step 3. See "Installing an ExpansionCard."9 Run the appropriate online diagnostic test. See "Running the EmbeddedSystem Diagnostics."If the tests fail, see "Getting Help."Troubleshooting a Damaged SystemCAUTION: 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 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the systemfrom the electrical outlet.2 Open the system. See "Opening the System."3 Ensure that the following components are properly installed:• Expansion cards and both expansion-card risers• Power supplies• Fans and cooling shroud• Processors and heat sinks
