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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ Dimension™ 5150C Owner's Manual front-panel door (open) front-panel door (push to open) power button power light diagnostic lights hard-drive activity light headphone connector microphone connector IEEE ...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ Dimension™ 5150C Owner's Manual front-panel door (open) front-panel door (push to open) power button power light diagnostic lights hard-drive activity light headphone connector microphone connector IEEE ...
Owner's Manual
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... have already obtained setup information from your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. If you selected Set up my connection manually. • If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP. 5 Click Next. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the CD or DVD ..., contact your ISP to complete the setup. If you want to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually, continue to complete the setup. Contact your ISP. 6 Click the appropriate option under How do you cannot connect to set up in the past, the...
... have already obtained setup information from your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. If you selected Set up my connection manually. • If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP. 5 Click Next. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the CD or DVD ..., contact your ISP to complete the setup. If you want to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually, continue to complete the setup. Contact your ISP. 6 Click the appropriate option under How do you cannot connect to set up in the past, the...
Owner's Manual
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... letter in the Product Information Guide. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you might have to restart your computer to the Media Card Reader. Contact Dell (see page 111). N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S . In some cases, you begin any of the four Media Card Reader slots are prompted to use first. O P E R A T I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - To...
... letter in the Product Information Guide. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you might have to restart your computer to the Media Card Reader. Contact Dell (see page 111). N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S . In some cases, you begin any of the four Media Card Reader slots are prompted to use first. O P E R A T I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - To...
Owner's Manual
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... problem and, if necessary, update the driver. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on the device icon. Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 After copying the driver files to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver. If Device Driver...hard drive, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2 Click Properties. 50 Troubleshooting Tools Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll ...
... problem and, if necessary, update the driver. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on the device icon. Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 After copying the driver files to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver. If Device Driver...hard drive, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2 Click Properties. 50 Troubleshooting Tools Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll ...
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...Properties, and verify that the partition was turned on the hard drive. 5 Click Yes when a confirmation message appears. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. If you remove PC Restore from your computer's operating system. The PC Restore partition is deleted and the newly ... The computer restarts. The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. 8 After the computer restarts, click OK. After you have removed Dell PC Restore, you purchased your computer's operating system to gain additional hard-drive space. NOTE: If the partition for Free Space. 7 Click...
...Properties, and verify that the partition was turned on the hard drive. 5 Click Yes when a confirmation message appears. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. If you remove PC Restore from your computer's operating system. The PC Restore partition is deleted and the newly ... The computer restarts. The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. 8 After the computer restarts, click OK. After you have removed Dell PC Restore, you purchased your computer's operating system to gain additional hard-drive space. NOTE: If the partition for Free Space. 7 Click...
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... integrity light (on page 38). solid green for important voltage setting information.) Backup battery 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell 98 Appendix Voltage (See the safety instructions manual selection power supply - 90 to 135 V at 50/60 Hz; 180 to the network. A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer...
... integrity light (on page 38). solid green for important voltage setting information.) Backup battery 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell 98 Appendix Voltage (See the safety instructions manual selection power supply - 90 to 135 V at 50/60 Hz; 180 to the network. A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer...
Owner's Manual
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... an application compatibility shim and installing that USB devices will be enabled for any supported processor in System Properties, or IT Pros and ISVs can manually create exceptions for specific applications in the computer. • Bypass - This section displays available system security options. • Opt-In (default) - Drivers and the Widows...
... an application compatibility shim and installing that USB devices will be enabled for any supported processor in System Properties, or IT Pros and ISVs can manually create exceptions for specific applications in the computer. • Bypass - This section displays available system security options. • Opt-In (default) - Drivers and the Widows...
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... support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may be available for telephonic modems, docking stations/port replicators, networking products, and all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2. 1 Repair services are provided pursuant to...
... support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may be available for telephonic modems, docking stations/port replicators, networking products, and all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2. 1 Repair services are provided pursuant to...
Service Manual
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... in this document to avoid the problem. Dell Inc. Model DCSM August 2006 Rev. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Before You Begin Technical Overview Specifications Removing the...Windows® operating systems are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dimension are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and names ...
... in this document to avoid the problem. Dell Inc. Model DCSM August 2006 Rev. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Before You Begin Technical Overview Specifications Removing the...Windows® operating systems are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dimension are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and names ...
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... have read the safety information in your computer. 1. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. Shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for removing and installing the ... following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Getting Started Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer Getting Started This section provides procedures...
... have read the safety information in your computer. 1. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. Shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for removing and installing the ... following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Getting Started Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer Getting Started This section provides procedures...
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... DVD drive. activity light 5 FlexBay Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader. Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Front View of the Computer Back View of the Computer Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components Power Supply DC Connector Pin...
... DVD drive. activity light 5 FlexBay Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader. Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Front View of the Computer Back View of the Computer Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components Power Supply DC Connector Pin...
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or 1066-MHz data rate Integrated Intel Graphics Media Back to Contents Page Specifications Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Processor Processor type Level 1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chipset RAID Support DMA ...
or 1066-MHz data rate Integrated Intel Graphics Media Back to Contents Page Specifications Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Processor Processor type Level 1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chipset RAID Support DMA ...
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... (on state. orange light - yellow blinking light Diagnostic lights Standby power light four lights on the front panel (see "Power Problems" in your computer Owner's Manual). Activity light (on the system board Power DC power supply: Wattage 305 W amber light - A good connection exists adapter) between a 100-Mbps network and the computer...
... (on state. orange light - yellow blinking light Diagnostic lights Standby power light four lights on the front panel (see "Power Problems" in your computer Owner's Manual). Activity light (on the system board Power DC power supply: Wattage 305 W amber light - A good connection exists adapter) between a 100-Mbps network and the computer...
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... (1 ft) of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin." Back to Contents Page Removing the Computer Cover Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you are working on a level, protected surface to avoid scratching either the computer or the surface on the top panel.
... (1 ft) of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin." Back to Contents Page Removing the Computer Cover Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you are working on a level, protected surface to avoid scratching either the computer or the surface on the top panel.
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..., the computer will continue to operate, but with a slight reduction in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 Back to Contents Page Removing and Installing Parts Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Memory Cards Drive Panel Front Panel Drives Hard Drive Floppy Drive Media Card Reader (Optional) CD/DVD Drive Heat Sink Assembly Processor Fan...
..., the computer will continue to operate, but with a slight reduction in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 Back to Contents Page Removing and Installing Parts Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Memory Cards Drive Panel Front Panel Drives Hard Drive Floppy Drive Media Card Reader (Optional) CD/DVD Drive Heat Sink Assembly Processor Fan...
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... the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin." 2. Removing a Media Card Reader CAUTION: Before you touch any of your Owner's Manual. Media Card Reader (Optional) For information about using a Media Card Reader, see your computer's electronic components.
... the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin." 2. Removing a Media Card Reader CAUTION: Before you touch any of your Owner's Manual. Media Card Reader (Optional) For information about using a Media Card Reader, see your computer's electronic components.
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... press down to the upright position. Ensure that all cables are left inside the computer. 3. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer. 4. Ensure that the cover is seated correctly before moving it to close it into...
... press down to the upright position. Ensure that all cables are left inside the computer. 3. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer. 4. Ensure that the cover is seated correctly before moving it to close it into...
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...; Windows® desktop. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Dell Diagnostics System Lights Diagnostic Lights Beep Codes Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin . Back to wait until you see a message stating that you print these procedures before...
...; Windows® desktop. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service Manual Dell Diagnostics System Lights Diagnostic Lights Beep Codes Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin . Back to wait until you see a message stating that you print these procedures before...
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... boot sequence for more and requires you want. This test typically takes 10 to contact Dell). You can customize the tests you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer Owner's Manual for your computer. 9. Type 2 to start -up, the computer boots according to ...run a test from the numbered list. If you run . If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see the Windows desktop. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately...
... boot sequence for more and requires you want. This test typically takes 10 to contact Dell). You can customize the tests you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer Owner's Manual for your computer. 9. Type 2 to start -up, the computer boots according to ...run a test from the numbered list. If you run . If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see the Windows desktop. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately...
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... the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5. If the problem is identified. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to your computer Owner's Manual for technical assistance. System Lights Your power button light and hard-drive activity light may be ... to see if the specific problem is not identified, contact Dell for information about how to contact Dell). If the computer does not boot, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Power Problems" in your computer Owner's Manual . Also, check the diagnostic lights to see if the ...
... the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5. If the problem is identified. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to your computer Owner's Manual for technical assistance. System Lights Your power button light and hard-drive activity light may be ... to see if the specific problem is not identified, contact Dell for information about how to contact Dell). If the computer does not boot, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Power Problems" in your computer Owner's Manual . Also, check the diagnostic lights to see if the ...