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April 11th, 2025 15:11

Problem somehow resolved itself overnight.

I left my computer off & unplugged. Plugged it in and it started up fine.

Only thing off the top of my head that'd cause that sort of behaviour is a heat issue. But at no point did it seem like it was hot.

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April 11th, 2025 05:22

Troubleshooting M16 R2 Boot Issues
  1. Check Power Supply: Ensure the power cable is connected and the outlet is functioning. If the power button LED is off, try a different outlet or power cable.
  2. Run Hardware Diagnostics:

    • Turn on the computer and repeatedly tap the F2 key until the One Time Boot Menu appears.
    • Select Diagnostics and press Enter. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the test.
    • Note any error codes that appear.
  3. Forced ePSA Method:

    • For Dell laptops, press and hold the Fn key and then press the power button to start preboot testing and launch ePSA diagnostics.
  4. Clear CMOS:

    • Disconnect the power and remove the computer cover.
    • Locate the RTCRST jumper on the motherboard and short it for about five seconds to clear the CMOS.
    • Reconnect power and try to boot again.
  5. Check for External Devices: Unplug all external devices (e.g., monitors, USB drives) and try booting again. Reconnect devices one at a time to identify any faulty hardware.
  6. No Boot Issue: If the system passes POST but does not boot into the operating system:

    • Ensure the hard drive is functioning properly. If possible, test with a known working hard drive.
    • If the hard drive is fine, the issue may be with the operating system or software.

To receive assistance from Dell chat support, they need to verify the warranty status and ownership. Then you must troubleshoot with them.  Click the "Get Help Now" icon on the right to start a live chat session. If already out of warranty, click here for the Dell out of warranty offering.

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