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... responding 33 A program crashes repeatedly 33 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system. . . . . 33 A solid blue screen appears 33 Other software problems 34 Memory Problems 34 Mouse Problems 35 Network Problems 36 Power Problems 36 Printer Problems 37 Scanner Problems 38 Sound and Speaker Problems 39 No sound from...
... responding 33 A program crashes repeatedly 33 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system. . . . . 33 A solid blue screen appears 33 Other software problems 34 Memory Problems 34 Mouse Problems 35 Network Problems 36 Power Problems 36 Printer Problems 37 Scanner Problems 38 Sound and Speaker Problems 39 No sound from...
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... Reinstalling Drivers 48 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 49 Restoring Your Operating System 50 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 50 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 51 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin 53 Recommended Tools 53 Turning Off Your Computer 53 ... the Computer 57 Removing the Computer Cover 59 Inside View of Your Computer 60 System Board Components 61 Memory 62 DDR2 Memory Overview 62 Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations 63 Installing Memory 63 Removing Memory 65 Cards 65 PCI Cards 66 PCI Express Cards 70 Contents 5
... Reinstalling Drivers 48 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 49 Restoring Your Operating System 50 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 50 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 51 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin 53 Recommended Tools 53 Turning Off Your Computer 53 ... the Computer 57 Removing the Computer Cover 59 Inside View of Your Computer 60 System Board Components 61 Memory 62 DDR2 Memory Overview 62 Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations 63 Installing Memory 63 Removing Memory 65 Cards 65 PCI Cards 66 PCI Express Cards 70 Contents 5
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...: Select your call when contacting technical support. Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Drivers, patches,... Reference - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses • Community - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Computer documentation, product specifications, ...
...: Select your call when contacting technical support. Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Drivers, patches,... Reference - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses • Community - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Computer documentation, product specifications, ...
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... website at support.sonic.com. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: If you have copyright protection and cannot be copied using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Appearance and... Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution. 4 In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in Dell™ computers can write to copy. 3 Click Exact Copy. NOTE: Most commercial DVDs have a DVD/CD-RW combo drive and you experience recording ...
... website at support.sonic.com. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: If you have copyright protection and cannot be copied using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Appearance and... Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution. 4 In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in Dell™ computers can write to copy. 3 Click Exact Copy. NOTE: Most commercial DVDs have a DVD/CD-RW combo drive and you experience recording ...
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...data directly to your computer. xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia (SMC) Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I /II) • MicroDrive Card • SecureDigital Card (SD) • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) For information on installing a Media Card ...Reader, see "Installing a Media Card Reader" on page 92. The Media Card Reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture Card • SmartMedia (SMC) • CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I /II) and MicroDrive Card SecureDigital Card...
...data directly to your computer. xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia (SMC) Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I /II) • MicroDrive Card • SecureDigital Card (SD) • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) For information on installing a Media Card ...Reader, see "Installing a Media Card Reader" on page 92. The Media Card Reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture Card • SmartMedia (SMC) • CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I /II) and MicroDrive Card SecureDigital Card...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to exit from hibernate mode. When the computer exits from hibernate mode, the desktop ... to select one of the standard Windows schemes installed on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it was in the Power Options Properties window. To activate hibernate mode: 1 Click the Start button and...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to exit from hibernate mode. When the computer exits from hibernate mode, the desktop ... to select one of the standard Windows schemes installed on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it was in the Power Options Properties window. To activate hibernate mode: 1 Click the Start button and...
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... of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program ...your computer. • Ensure that your computer is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 63) to run the software.
... of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program ...your computer. • Ensure that your computer is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 63) to run the software.
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... computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the setup diagram for instructions on cleaning the mouse on page 101. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 46). TE S T T H E M O U S E - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E ... located in the Product Information Guide. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see page 63) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Ensure that you begin any of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 115. C L E A N T H E M O U S E -...
... computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the setup diagram for instructions on cleaning the mouse on page 101. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 46). TE S T T H E M O U S E - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E ... located in the Product Information Guide. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see page 63) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Ensure that you begin any of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 115. C L E A N T H E M O U S E -...
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... that the power strip is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 63). • Remove and then reinstall any of interference are securely connected to the system board (see page 70).
... that the power strip is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 63). • Remove and then reinstall any of interference are securely connected to the system board (see page 70).
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... cable connections, and then restart the computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 118). A possible USB failure has occurred. Continue until you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see page 63), and then restart...• If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell (see page 118). www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you have identified a faulty module or ...
... cable connections, and then restart the computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 118). A possible USB failure has occurred. Continue until you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see page 63), and then restart...• If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell (see page 118). www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you have identified a faulty module or ...
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...module or reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 63). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 118). If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed ...from the computer for each card. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. ...
...module or reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 63). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 118). If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed ...from the computer for each card. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. ...
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...Performs a quick test of the test and any error conditions encountered. This test typically takes 10 to run a test from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the following table for your computer. You can customize ... left pane of tracing the problem quickly. If you to customize the test by changing the test settings. Troubleshooting Tools 47 The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all the components installed on the screen. NOTE: The Service Tag for more and requires you cannot ...
...Performs a quick test of the test and any error conditions encountered. This test typically takes 10 to run a test from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the following table for your computer. You can customize ... left pane of tracing the problem quickly. If you to customize the test by changing the test settings. Troubleshooting Tools 47 The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all the components installed on the screen. NOTE: The Service Tag for more and requires you cannot ...
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System Board Components memory module connectors (1, 2, 3, 4) processor power connector processor and heat sink connector SATA connectors (2) (SATA-0, SATA-2) floppy drive connector (FLOPPY) fan connector (CPU FAN) battery socket (BATTERY) serial PS/2 connector PCI card connectors front panel I/O connector main power connector IDE drive connector clear CMOS jumper (RTCRST) password jumper (PSWD) FlexBay USB connector PCI Express x16 card connector PCI Express x1 card connector Removing and Installing Parts 61
System Board Components memory module connectors (1, 2, 3, 4) processor power connector processor and heat sink connector SATA connectors (2) (SATA-0, SATA-2) floppy drive connector (FLOPPY) fan connector (CPU FAN) battery socket (BATTERY) serial PS/2 connector PCI card connectors front panel I/O connector main power connector IDE drive connector clear CMOS jumper (RTCRST) password jumper (PSWD) FlexBay USB connector PCI Express x16 card connector PCI Express x1 card connector Removing and Installing Parts 61
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... connector closest to the processor, before you install mixed pairs of matched memory size, speed, and technology. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory You can increase your computer, see "Memory" on the module to determine the module's capacity. DDR2 Memory Overview DDR2 memory modules should be installed in the order indicated on the system board. Your...
... connector closest to the processor, before you install mixed pairs of matched memory size, speed, and technology. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory You can increase your computer, see "Memory" on the module to determine the module's capacity. DDR2 Memory Overview DDR2 memory modules should be installed in the order indicated on the system board. Your...
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... in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 (white securing clips) matched pair of memory modules in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 (black securing clips) NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer's electronic components. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you purchased the new modules from Dell. Certain components within the computer require address space in the 4-GB range. Removing...
... in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 (white securing clips) matched pair of memory modules in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 (black securing clips) NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer's electronic components. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you purchased the new modules from Dell. Certain components within the computer require address space in the 4-GB range. Removing...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the module. 64 Removing and Installing Parts memory connector closest to processor securing clips (2) connector 4 Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module connector. notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to each end of the module... each end of the module. 5 Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into the connector while you apply equal force to the memory module, press the module straight down into position.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the module. 64 Removing and Installing Parts memory connector closest to processor securing clips (2) connector 4 Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module connector. notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to each end of the module... each end of the module. 5 Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into the connector while you apply equal force to the memory module, press the module straight down into position.
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... 65 NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you begin any of the memory module connector. 3 Grasp the module and pull up. Cards CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in this section, follow... the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in "Before You Begin" on the ...
... 65 NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you begin any of the memory module connector. 3 Grasp the module and pull up. Cards CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in this section, follow... the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in "Before You Begin" on the ...
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...way set associative, write-back SRAM 400- F0000h Intel 915G Express eight 24 4 Mb Integrated network interface capable of memory available to verify the amount of 10/100 communication 800-MHz data rate Appendix 101 Appendix Specifications Processor Processor type Level ...1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chipset DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC System clock Intel® Pentium...
...way set associative, write-back SRAM 400- F0000h Intel 915G Express eight 24 4 Mb Integrated network interface capable of memory available to verify the amount of 10/100 communication 800-MHz data rate Appendix 101 Appendix Specifications Processor Processor type Level ...1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chipset DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC System clock Intel® Pentium...
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... PCI 2.3 PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 one 3.5-inch drive bay (FlexBay) two 5.25-inch drive bays Serial ATA drives (2), floppy drive, Zip drive, USB memory devices, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD-RW drive, and DVD and CD-RW combo drive, and media reader two bays for 1-inch...
... PCI 2.3 PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 one 3.5-inch drive bay (FlexBay) two 5.25-inch drive bays Serial ATA drives (2), floppy drive, Zip drive, USB memory devices, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD-RW drive, and DVD and CD-RW combo drive, and media reader two bays for 1-inch...
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... changes can make your computer • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password • To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed Before you use system setup, it is 914 m (3000 ft). -40° to 65°C (-40°...
... changes can make your computer • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password • To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed Before you use system setup, it is 914 m (3000 ft). -40° to 65°C (-40°...