46 Troubleshooting Your System
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Troubleshooting the Power Supply
Problem
• The power LED on the front of the system is not lit.
Action
1
Check the connection of the power cable to the power supply and the outlet.
2
Remove the bezel. See "Removing and Replacing the Bezel."
3
Turn on the system.
If the problem is not resolved, continue to the next step.
4
Open the system. See "Opening the System."
5
Ensure that the power supply cable is properly connected to the backplane board.
6
Close the system. See "Closing the System."
If the problem is still not resolved, replace the power supply. See "Power Supply" in "Installing
System Components."
Troubleshooting System Cooling Problems
Problem
• Systems management software issues a fan-related error message.
Action
Ensure that none of the following conditions exist:
• Ambient temperature is too high.
• External airflow is obstructed.
• Cables inside the system obstruct airflow.
• An individual cooling fan has failed. See "Troubleshooting a Fan."
Troubleshooting a Fan
Problem
• System-status indicator is amber.
• Systems management software issues a fan-related error message.
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