Dell 1200 Laptop User Manual


 
Troubleshooting 91
Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see
“Installing Memory” in your Service Manual).
Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer. For
more information about the type of memory supported by your computer,
see your Service Manual.
Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79).
Network Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
C
HECK THE NETWORK CABLE CONNECTOR Ensure that the network cable is
firmly inserted into the network connector on the back of the computer and
the network jack.
CHECK THE NETWORK LIGHTS If the link integrity light is off (see "Network
Connector (RJ-45)" on page 27), no network communication is occurring.
Replace the network cable.
RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN
CHECK YOUR NETWORK SETTINGS Contact your network administrator or
the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are
correct and that the network is functioning.
RUN THE HARDWARE TROUBLESHOOTER See "Hardware and Software
Problems" on page 110.
Power Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
I
F THE POWER LIGHT IS GREEN AND THE COMPUTER IS NOT RESPONDING See
"Diagnostic Lights" on page 73.
IF THE POWER LIGHT IS BLINKING GREEN The computer is in standby mode.
Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to
resume normal operation.
IF THE POWER LIGHT IS OFF The computer is either turned off or is not
receiving power.
Reseat the power cable in the power connector on the back of the
computer and the electrical outlet.
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