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Incorrect configuration settings in the
System Setup program.
Run the System Setup program to
correct the settings. See "Using the
System Setup Program" on page 27.
Faulty or improperly installed diskette
drive.
Replace the diskette. If the problem
persists, see "Troubleshooting a Diskette
Drive" on page 105.
Loose diskette drive interface cable, or
loose power cable.
Reseat diskette drive interface cable, or
power cable. See "Troubleshooting a
Diskette Drive" on page 105.
Diskette read failure Faulty or improperly inserted diskette. Replace the diskette. If the problem
persists, see "Troubleshooting a Diskette
Drive" on page 105.
Diskette subsystem reset
failed
Faulty or improperly installed
diskette.
Replace the diskette. If the problem
persists, see "Troubleshooting a Diskette
Drive" on page 105.
Drive not ready Diskette missing from or improperly
inserted in diskette drive.
Replace the diskette. If the problem
persists, see "Troubleshooting a Diskette
Drive" on page 105.
Error: Incorrect memory
configuration. DIMMs must
be installed in pairs of
matched memory size,
speed, and technology.
Mismatched or unmatched DIMMs
installed; faulty or improperly seated
memory module(s).
Ensure that all pairs of memory modules
are of the same type and size and that
they are properly installed. See
"Memory" on page 76. If the problem
persists, see "Troubleshooting System
Memory" on page 103.
Error: Memory failure
detected. Memory size
reduced. Replace the
faulty DIMM as soon as
possible.
Faulty or improperly seated memory
module(s).
See "Troubleshooting System Memory"
on page 103.
FBD training error: The
following branch has been
disabled: Branch x
The specified branch (channel pair)
contains DIMMs that are
incompatible with each other.
Ensure that only Dell-qualified memory
is used. Dell recommends purchasing
memory upgrade kits directly from
www.dell.com or your Dell sales agent to
ensure compatibility.
Gate A20 failure Faulty keyboard controller; faulty
system board.
See "Getting Help" on page 123.
Table 1-6. System Messages (continued)
Message Causes Corrective Actions
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