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guypier

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guypier

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August 22nd, 2008 02:00

Does Not Boot

I installed a second HD and turned on the sata port in the BIOS and it recognizes the HD but when I go to boot it goes to the XP loading screen and after the it goes black, but then when I remove the second HD it all loads fine.  Nedd some help
  • shesagordie

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    Posted August 22nd, 2008 02:00

    guypier

    It helps to include the computer model and the version of windows in the post.

    Bev.


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  • guypier

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    Posted August 22nd, 2008 02:00

    Sorry its an XPS 400 Running Windows XP Pro
  • shrish

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    Posted August 22nd, 2008 12:00

     

    Drain the Flea Power from the Desktop
    1.Remove the power cord from the back of the system.
    2.Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds and release.
    3.Plug the power cord back into the unit and power up normally.
    Step 2)  Remove All External Devices
    Step 3) Please  tell me the LED CODE for the monitor ,tower and diagnostic lights at the tower.. for more look at the attatchments that I am sending.
    Step 4) Run the Monitor Self Test
    Step 5)Verify the Power Supply Voltage Selector Is Correct for the Region
    Step 6)Disconnect All Hard Drive Power and Data Cables
    Step 7)Remove All PCI, PCI-E, and AGP Expansion Cards
    Step 8)Remove All Memory From the Computer
    Step 9)Reseat the ATX and 12-Volt Connections
    Step 10)Determine if the Motherboard Was Previously Replaced for This Issue.
    Step 11)Disconnect the Power Connection to the Chassis Fan
    Step 12)Now please run the Dell 32-bit GUI Diagnostics on the hard drive.
    11. When the tests are completed, remove the Drivers and Utilities CD. Close the screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen.