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...Problems 44 If the screen is blank 44 If the screen is difficult to read 45 3 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights 47 Dell Diagnostics 50 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 50 Drivers 51 What Is a Driver 51 Identifying Drivers 52 Reinstalling Drivers 52 Resolving Software and Hardware ...Incompatibilities 53 Restoring Your Operating System 53 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 54 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 55 Using the Operating System CD 57 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin 59 Recommended Tools 59 Turning Off Your Computer 59 Before Working Inside...
...Problems 44 If the screen is blank 44 If the screen is difficult to read 45 3 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights 47 Dell Diagnostics 50 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 50 Drivers 51 What Is a Driver 51 Identifying Drivers 52 Reinstalling Drivers 52 Resolving Software and Hardware ...Incompatibilities 53 Restoring Your Operating System 53 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 54 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 55 Using the Operating System CD 57 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin 59 Recommended Tools 59 Turning Off Your Computer 59 Before Working Inside...
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...'s documentation. Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the device is incorrectly installed. Solving Problems 31 If the battery... still does not work , ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work properly, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the screen, write down the exact message. CAUTION: Before you begin any of...
...'s documentation. Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the device is incorrectly installed. Solving Problems 31 If the battery... still does not work , ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work properly, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the screen, write down the exact message. CAUTION: Before you begin any of...
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... procedures in this section, follow the instructions on your part. This test typically takes an hour or more and requires you want . If you to answer questions periodically. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Option...
... procedures in this section, follow the instructions on your part. This test typically takes an hour or more and requires you want . If you to answer questions periodically. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Option...
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Removing and Installing Parts 59 If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order... Save and close any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. The computer turns off . Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds...
Removing and Installing Parts 59 If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order... Save and close any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. The computer turns off . Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds...
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... your warranty. Some cables have a connector with care. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Damage due to servicing that both connectors are disconnecting this... telephone or telecommunication lines from potential damage and to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components. 60 Removing and Installing Parts As you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to help protect your computer from the computer. 3 Disconnect your computer (...
... your warranty. Some cables have a connector with care. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Damage due to servicing that both connectors are disconnecting this... telephone or telecommunication lines from potential damage and to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components. 60 Removing and Installing Parts As you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to help protect your computer from the computer. 3 Disconnect your computer (...
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On computers with a sound card, the microphone connector is on the card. Removing and Installing Parts 61 Use the Service Tag to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. Press to remove the cover. ...Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader. Use the microphone connector to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. The drive light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. For information on...
On computers with a sound card, the microphone connector is on the card. Removing and Installing Parts 61 Use the Service Tag to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. Press to remove the cover. ...Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader. Use the microphone connector to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. The drive light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. For information on...
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... the front USB connectors for more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on the diagnostic code. See "Specifications" on booting to the computer. 62 Removing and Installing Parts Instead, perform an operating system shutdown. The light in the center of the vents. The light might also be on when a device such as joysticks...
... the front USB connectors for more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on the diagnostic code. See "Specifications" on booting to the computer. 62 Removing and Installing Parts Instead, perform an operating system shutdown. The light in the center of the vents. The light might also be on when a device such as joysticks...
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Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. Access connectors for more information. Removing and Installing Parts 63 Insert the power cable. Back View of the Computer 1 2 3 4 1 voltage selection switch 2 power connector 3 back panel connectors 4 card slots See the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards.
Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. Access connectors for more information. Removing and Installing Parts 63 Insert the power cable. Back View of the Computer 1 2 3 4 1 voltage selection switch 2 power connector 3 back panel connectors 4 card slots See the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards.
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... Mbps to either a network jack or your computer. Use the pink and silver connector to a Low Frequency Effects (LFE) audio channel. 64 Removing and Installing Parts Use the yellow connector to attach a speaker to attach a personal computer microphone for your network. A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer...
... Mbps to either a network jack or your computer. Use the pink and silver connector to a Low Frequency Effects (LFE) audio channel. 64 Removing and Installing Parts Use the yellow connector to attach a speaker to attach a personal computer microphone for your network. A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer...
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... USB connectors for devices that sufficient space exists to support the removed cover-at least 30 cm (1 ft) of computer bottom hinges Removing and Installing Parts 65 It is resting. 2 Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up. 3 Pull back the cover latch release located on page...
... USB connectors for devices that sufficient space exists to support the removed cover-at least 30 cm (1 ft) of computer bottom hinges Removing and Installing Parts 65 It is resting. 2 Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up. 3 Pull back the cover latch release located on page...
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... this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 59. 4 Locate the three hinge tabs on all computers. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Inside View of Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer cover and pivot the...
... this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 59. 4 Locate the three hinge tabs on all computers. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Inside View of Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer cover and pivot the...
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...) CD/DVD connector (IDE1) front-panel connector (F_PANEL) power connector (POWER) line-in-, line-out-, microphone/ side surround-, center-, and LFE connectors Removing and Installing Parts 67
...) CD/DVD connector (IDE1) front-panel connector (F_PANEL) power connector (POWER) line-in-, line-out-, microphone/ side surround-, center-, and LFE connectors Removing and Installing Parts 67
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... unbuffered, non-ECC memory is supported. • If you install mixed pairs of matched memory modules installed in the other connectors. 68 Removing and Installing Parts
... unbuffered, non-ECC memory is supported. • If you install mixed pairs of matched memory modules installed in the other connectors. 68 Removing and Installing Parts
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... You should install your computer may have, even if you purchased the new modules from your computer's electronic components. Removing and Installing Parts 69 Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Your computer supports a maximum of 4 GB of memory when you touch any of your body ...white securing clips) Channel B: matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM_3 and DIMM_4 (black securing clips) NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that the...
... You should install your computer may have, even if you purchased the new modules from your computer's electronic components. Removing and Installing Parts 69 Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Your computer supports a maximum of 4 GB of memory when you touch any of your body ...white securing clips) Channel B: matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM_3 and DIMM_4 (black securing clips) NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that the...
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notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to processor securing clips (2) connector 4 Align the notch on the bottom of the module. 70 Removing and Installing Parts memory connector closest to each end of the memory module connector. 3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the module with the crossbar in the connector.
notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to processor securing clips (2) connector 4 Align the notch on the bottom of the module. 70 Removing and Installing Parts memory connector closest to each end of the memory module connector. 3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the module with the crossbar in the connector.
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... on page 59. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 3 Grasp the module and pull up. Removing and Installing Parts 71
... on page 59. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 3 Grasp the module and pull up. Removing and Installing Parts 71
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... "Installing a PCI Express Card" on the computer chassis. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on page 76. 72 Removing and Installing Parts Your Dell™ computer provides the following slots for the card from your computer's electronic components.
... "Installing a PCI Express Card" on the computer chassis. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on page 76. 72 Removing and Installing Parts Your Dell™ computer provides the following slots for the card from your computer's electronic components.
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... any cables connected to a network. If necessary, disconnect any cards. See the documentation that is captive, it will remain in the open . Removing and Installing Parts 73 To guard against electrical shock, be sure to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with the card for information on the card retention door...
... any cables connected to a network. If necessary, disconnect any cards. See the documentation that is captive, it will remain in the open . Removing and Installing Parts 73 To guard against electrical shock, be sure to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with the card for information on the card retention door...
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not fully seated card fully seated card bracket within slot alignment guide alignment bar bracket caught outside of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide. alignment guide alignment bar release tab card retention door 74 Removing and Installing Parts 6 Place the card in the slot. Ensure that : • The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. • The notch in the top of slot 7 Before you close the card retention door, ensure that the card is fully seated in the connector and press down firmly.
not fully seated card fully seated card bracket within slot alignment guide alignment bar bracket caught outside of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide. alignment guide alignment bar release tab card retention door 74 Removing and Installing Parts 6 Place the card in the slot. Ensure that : • The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. • The notch in the top of slot 7 Before you close the card retention door, ensure that the card is fully seated in the connector and press down firmly.
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... Integrated NIC, and then change the setting to Off. If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 120). The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the computer. Removing and Installing Parts 75 See the documentation for the card for the card as described in the card documentation...
... Integrated NIC, and then change the setting to Off. If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 120). The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the computer. Removing and Installing Parts 75 See the documentation for the card for the card as described in the card documentation...