32 Quick Reference GuideA possible expansioncard failure hasoccurred.1 Determine if a conflict exists by removingan expansion card (not a graphics card)and restarting the computer (see "Cards"in your User’s Guide).2 If the problem persists, reinstall the cardyou removed, and then removea different card and restart the computer.3 Repeat this process for each expansioncard installed. If the computer startsnormally, troubleshoot the last cardremoved from the computer for resourceconflicts (see "Restoring Your OperatingSystem" in your User’s Guide).4 If the problem persists, contact Dell(see "Contacting Dell" in your User’sGuide).Another failurehas occurred.• Ensure that all hard drive and CD/DVDdrive cables are properly connected tothe system board (see "System BoardComponents" in your User’s Guide).• If there is an error message on thescreen identifying a problem witha device (such as the floppy drive orhard drive), check the device to makesure it is functioning properly.• If the operating system is attempting toboot from a device (such as the floppydrive or CD/DVD drive), check thesystem setup program (see "SystemSetup" in your User’s Guide) to ensurethe boot sequence is correct for thedevices installed on your computer.• If the problem persists, contact Dell(see "Contacting Dell" in your User’sGuide).Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution