Troubleshooting Tools 103A possible expansioncard failure hasoccurred.1 Determine if a conflict exists byremoving an expansion card (not agraphics card) and restarting thecomputer (see "Cards" on page 162).2 If the problem persists, reinstall thecard you removed, then remove adifferent card and restart thecomputer.3 Repeat this process for each expansioncard installed. If the computer startsnormally, troubleshoot the last cardremoved from the computer forresource conflicts (see "Restoring YourOperating System" on page 136).4 If the problem persists, contact Dell(see "Contacting Dell" on page 269).Another failure hasoccurred.• Ensure that all hard drive andCD/DVD drive cables are properlyconnected to the system board (see"System Board Components" onpage 148).• If there is an error message on thescreen identifying a problem with adevice (such as the floppy drive orhard drive), check the device to makesure it is functioning properly.• If the operating system is attemptingto boot from a device (such as thefloppy drive or CD/DVD drive), checksystem setup (see "System Setup" onpage 81) to ensure the boot sequenceis correct for the devices installed onyour computer.• If the problem persists, contact Dell(see "Contacting Dell" on page 269).Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution
