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Dell™ Dimension™ 9100 Service Tag CD or DVD eject button CD or DVD activity light FlexBays (2) for optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader microphone connector headphone connector diagnostic lights hard-drive activity light power button USB 2.0 connectors (2) cover latch release power connector sound-card connectors (5) network adapter USB 2.0 connectors (5) card slots for PCI Express x1 (1), PCI Express x16 (1), PCI Express x4 (1), PCI (3) Model DCTA www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Dell™ Dimension™ 9100 Service Tag CD or DVD eject button CD or DVD activity light FlexBays (2) for optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader microphone connector headphone connector diagnostic lights hard-drive activity light power button USB 2.0 connectors (2) cover latch release power connector sound-card connectors (5) network adapter USB 2.0 connectors (5) card slots for PCI Express x1 (1), PCI Express x16 (1), PCI Express x4 (1), PCI (3) Model DCTA www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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... 22 Connecting a TV 23 Changing the Display Settings 23 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 24 Connecting to a Network Adapter 24 Network Setup Wizard 24 Power Management 25 Standby Mode 25 Hibernate Mode 25...
... 22 Connecting a TV 23 Changing the Display Settings 23 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 24 Connecting to a Network Adapter 24 Network Setup Wizard 24 Power Management 25 Standby Mode 25 Hibernate Mode 25...
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... for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 36 A solid blue screen appears 36 Other software problems 36 Memory Problems 37 Mouse Problems 37 Network Problems 38 Power Problems 39 Printer Problems 40 Scanner Problems 40 Sound and Speaker Problems 41 No sound from speakers 41 No sound from headphones 42 4 Contents
... for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 36 A solid blue screen appears 36 Other software problems 36 Memory Problems 37 Mouse Problems 37 Network Problems 38 Power Problems 39 Printer Problems 40 Scanner Problems 40 Sound and Speaker Problems 41 No sound from speakers 41 No sound from headphones 42 4 Contents
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..., the desktop is restored to the state it was in before it entered the mode. To exit from hibernate mode, press the power button. The computer may lose data. When a Windows XP Professional computer is in before it entered standby mode. NOTICE: If your...the computer is connected to a network, different options related to security and networking appear in before it entered hibernate mode. Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by . To activate hibernate mode: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Performance and Maintenance. ...
..., the desktop is restored to the state it was in before it entered the mode. To exit from hibernate mode, press the power button. The computer may lose data. When a Windows XP Professional computer is in before it entered standby mode. NOTICE: If your...the computer is connected to a network, different options related to security and networking appear in before it entered hibernate mode. Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by . To activate hibernate mode: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Performance and Maintenance. ...
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...each scheme appear in the Power Options Properties window. NOTICE: If you want to change the default settings for a scheme, click the drop-down menu in the Turn off monitor, Turn off the hard drive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Because hibernate mode ... (default) - If you require minimal power conservation. • Presentation - If your computer is called a scheme. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is a portable computer and you . The settings for extended periods of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before...
...each scheme appear in the Power Options Properties window. NOTICE: If you want to change the default settings for a scheme, click the drop-down menu in the Turn off monitor, Turn off the hard drive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Because hibernate mode ... (default) - If you require minimal power conservation. • Presentation - If your computer is called a scheme. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is a portable computer and you . The settings for extended periods of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before...
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... Support window, click Performance and maintenance. 3 In the Performance and maintenance window, click Conserving power on your Windows password before the computer exits from the corresponding drop-down menu and click OK. To purchase a card, contact Dell. This connector is ideal for your computer. IEEE 1394 is only available if you purchased...
... Support window, click Performance and maintenance. 3 In the Performance and maintenance window, click Conserving power on your Windows password before the computer exits from the corresponding drop-down menu and click OK. To purchase a card, contact Dell. This connector is ideal for your computer. IEEE 1394 is only available if you purchased...
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Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. A program stops responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 .... If you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I G H T S - The computer does not start up C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I O N - ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you begin any...
Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. A program stops responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 .... If you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I G H T S - The computer does not start up C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I O N - ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you begin any...
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...8594; Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A program is designed for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and...that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE...
...8594; Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A program is designed for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and...that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE...
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... that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices on . E L I M I N A T E I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - See "Dell Diagnostics" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see page 63). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N T E R F E R E N C E - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - The computer is...
... that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices on . E L I M I N A T E I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - See "Dell Diagnostics" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see page 63). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N T E R F E R E N C E - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - The computer is...
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... a key on . NOTE: See the monitor documentation for monitor cable connectors to determine if the power cable is defective. • Check the connector for bent or broken pins. (It is off nearby... • Swap the computer and monitor power cables to have missing pins.) C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R P O W E R L I O N - R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I C A L O U T L E T - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See page 52. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TE S T T H E E L E C T R I V E R - If the power light is working by testing it with another...
... a key on . NOTE: See the monitor documentation for monitor cable connectors to determine if the power cable is defective. • Check the connector for bent or broken pins. (It is off nearby... • Swap the computer and monitor power cables to have missing pins.) C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R P O W E R L I O N - R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I C A L O U T L E T - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See page 52. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TE S T T H E E L E C T R I V E R - If the power light is working by testing it with another...
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...outlet. Also see page 119). To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer (see page 66). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 66), and then restart the computer. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. When the computer starts normally, ...the lights flash. A possible processor failure has occurred. Troubleshooting Tools 45 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Power has occurred. Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the lights identify the problem.
...outlet. Also see page 119). To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer (see page 66). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 66), and then restart the computer. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. When the computer starts normally, ...the lights flash. A possible processor failure has occurred. Troubleshooting Tools 45 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Power has occurred. Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the lights identify the problem.
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred. Reseat all USB devices, check cable connections, and then restart the computer. Reinstall all power and data cables and restart the computer. Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or ...install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 64). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 119). 46 Troubleshooting Tools No memory modules are compatible with your computer (see page 66). • If the problem persists...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred. Reseat all USB devices, check cable connections, and then restart the computer. Reinstall all power and data cables and restart the computer. Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or ...install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 64). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 119). 46 Troubleshooting Tools No memory modules are compatible with your computer (see page 66). • If the problem persists...
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...have performed the steps in "Turn Off Your Computer" and "Before Working Inside Your Computer." • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in your operating system, press and hold the... power button for removing and installing the components in reverse order. b In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off when you shut down...
...have performed the steps in "Turn Off Your Computer" and "Before Working Inside Your Computer." • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in your operating system, press and hold the... power button for removing and installing the components in reverse order. b In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off when you shut down...
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...Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you disconnect the cable. Also, before you begin any static electricity that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as a processor by its edges, not by...you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any telephone or telecommunication lines from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to dissipate any of the procedures in this type of the computer. As you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on...
...Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you disconnect the cable. Also, before you begin any static electricity that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as a processor by its edges, not by...you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any telephone or telecommunication lines from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to dissipate any of the procedures in this type of the computer. As you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on...
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... cooling, do not use the back USB connectors for devices that there is operating. Press to help you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 58 Removing and Installing Parts Use the lights to turn off the computer. Instead,...is recommended that you connect occasionally, such as digital video cameras and external storage devices. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 IEEE 1394 connector (optional) 6 vents 7 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 8 power button 9 hard-drive activity light 10 diagnostic lights (4) 11 headphone connector 12 microphone connector 13...
... cooling, do not use the back USB connectors for devices that there is operating. Press to help you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 58 Removing and Installing Parts Use the lights to turn off the computer. Instead,...is recommended that you connect occasionally, such as digital video cameras and external storage devices. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 IEEE 1394 connector (optional) 6 vents 7 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 8 power button 9 hard-drive activity light 10 diagnostic lights (4) 11 headphone connector 12 microphone connector 13...
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... Installing Parts 59 Use the pink microphone connector to attach multichannelcapable speakers. • Center/subwoofer (Center/LFE) connector - Back View of the Computer 1 2 3 4 5 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2 sound card connectors (5) • Line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR. • Line-out...
... Installing Parts 59 Use the pink microphone connector to attach multichannelcapable speakers. • Center/subwoofer (Center/LFE) connector - Back View of the Computer 1 2 3 4 5 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2 sound card connectors (5) • Line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR. • Line-out...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Inside View of Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. power supply system board CD or DVD drive *floppy drive *may not be present on all computers hard drive 62 Removing and Installing Parts
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Inside View of Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. power supply system board CD or DVD drive *floppy drive *may not be present on all computers hard drive 62 Removing and Installing Parts
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... connector (CPU FAN) fan cardcage connector Serial 2 connector battery socket (BATTERY) memory fan connector password jumper (PSWD) floppy drive connector (FLOPPY) front panel I/O connector main power connector IDE drive connector SATA connectors (4) (SATA0, SATA1, SATA2, SATA3) clear CMOS jumper (RTCRST) FlexBay USB connector PCI Express x1 card connector PCI Express x16...
... connector (CPU FAN) fan cardcage connector Serial 2 connector battery socket (BATTERY) memory fan connector password jumper (PSWD) floppy drive connector (FLOPPY) front panel I/O connector main power connector IDE drive connector SATA connectors (4) (SATA0, SATA1, SATA2, SATA3) clear CMOS jumper (RTCRST) FlexBay USB connector PCI Express x1 card connector PCI Express x16...
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tabs (2) hard drive Removing and Installing Parts 87 Removing a Hard Drive 1 Disconnect the power and hard drive cables from the drive. hard drive cable power cable 2 Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out.
tabs (2) hard drive Removing and Installing Parts 87 Removing a Hard Drive 1 Disconnect the power and hard drive cables from the drive. hard drive cable power cable 2 Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out.
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hard drive cable power cable 7 Check all connectors to electrical outlets, and turn them on page 55. Adding a Second Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any software required for ... cabled and firmly seated. 8 Close the computer cover. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set the drive on a hard surface. 6 Connect the power and hard drive cables to verify that it . 1 Check the documentation for the drive to the hard drive. See the documentation that came with the...
hard drive cable power cable 7 Check all connectors to electrical outlets, and turn them on page 55. Adding a Second Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any software required for ... cabled and firmly seated. 8 Close the computer cover. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set the drive on a hard surface. 6 Connect the power and hard drive cables to verify that it . 1 Check the documentation for the drive to the hard drive. See the documentation that came with the...