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Only 180 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 181 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 181 FCC Notice (U.S. Only 181 FCC Class B 181 Getting Help 183 Obtaining Assistance ... Setup 172 Overview 172 Entering System Setup 172 System Setup Options 173 Boot Sequence 175 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 176 Clearing CMOS Settings 177 Flashing the BIOS 178 Cleaning Your Computer 179 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 179 Mouse 179 Floppy Drive 180 CDs and DVDs 180...
Only 180 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 181 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 181 FCC Notice (U.S. Only 181 FCC Class B 181 Getting Help 183 Obtaining Assistance ... Setup 172 Overview 172 Entering System Setup 172 System Setup Options 173 Boot Sequence 175 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 176 Clearing CMOS Settings 177 Flashing the BIOS 178 Cleaning Your Computer 179 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 179 Mouse 179 Floppy Drive 180 CDs and DVDs 180...
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... to install a hard drive, see "Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 42). 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to enter the RAID BIOS. NOTICE: You will result in the loss of RAID levels and their requirements, see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down -arrow keys to select...
... to install a hard drive, see "Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 42). 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to enter the RAID BIOS. NOTICE: You will result in the loss of RAID levels and their requirements, see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down -arrow keys to select...
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.... NOTE: You can use your RAID configuration (Mirroring) in the management utility window. 3 Select Rebuild Array in a RAID array fails, you to exit the RAID BIOS. NOTE: Rebuilding an array can rebuild the array by clicking the checkbox beside it. 6 Click Next. 7 Click Finish. Windows® XP: The Microsoft Windows XP...
.... NOTE: You can use your RAID configuration (Mirroring) in the management utility window. 3 Select Rebuild Array in a RAID array fails, you to exit the RAID BIOS. NOTE: Rebuilding an array can rebuild the array by clicking the checkbox beside it. 6 Click Next. 7 Click Finish. Windows® XP: The Microsoft Windows XP...
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...on page 80). For more information about the type of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the BIOS setup that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are... following the memory installation guidelines (see "Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive" on page 108). • Your computer supports DDR2 memory. Solving Problems 63 IF YOU RECEIVE AN ...
...on page 80). For more information about the type of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the BIOS setup that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are... following the memory installation guidelines (see "Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive" on page 108). • Your computer supports DDR2 memory. Solving Problems 63 IF YOU RECEIVE AN ...
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... treble to eliminate distortion. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT AUDIO SOLUTION IS ENABLED IN THE BIOS SETUP P R O G R A M - D I O N S - C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - See "System Setup" on the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E - Ensure that the electrical outlet is not muted. If you...
... treble to eliminate distortion. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT AUDIO SOLUTION IS ENABLED IN THE BIOS SETUP P R O G R A M - D I O N S - C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - See "System Setup" on the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E - Ensure that the electrical outlet is not muted. If you...
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... is not muted. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of your screen. R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT AUDIO SOLUTION IS ENABLED IN THE BIOS SETUP P R O G R A M - NOTE: See the monitor documentation for troubleshooting procedures. Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of the procedures in...
... is not muted. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of your screen. R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT AUDIO SOLUTION IS ENABLED IN THE BIOS SETUP P R O G R A M - NOTE: See the monitor documentation for troubleshooting procedures. Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of the procedures in...
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... more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Replacing the Possible battery failure Battery" on page 109). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. BIOS checksum failure. Continue until you are installing are detected. 1 If you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error. 2 If available, install good...
... more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Replacing the Possible battery failure Battery" on page 109). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. BIOS checksum failure. Continue until you are installing are detected. 1 If you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error. 2 If available, install good...
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... ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see "Getting Help" on page 172). NOTICE - No bootable partition on HDD or Not a bootable floppy in BIOS setup. S YS T E M D I S K O R D I S K E T T E - N O T I M E R T I C K I N T E R R U P T - N O N - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. U S B O V E R C U R R E N T E R R O R -
... ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see "Getting Help" on page 172). NOTICE - No bootable partition on HDD or Not a bootable floppy in BIOS setup. S YS T E M D I S K O R D I S K E T T E - N O T I M E R T I C K I N T E R R U P T - N O N - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. U S B O V E R C U R R E N T E R R O R -
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... of the parts described in this document may be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in the Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaceable by moving fan blades, or other unexpected injuries, always ...assumes that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Small Phillips screwdriver • Small plastic scribe • Flash BIOS executable update program on .) removed. Removing and Installing Parts CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, laceration by a certified service technician only...
... of the parts described in this document may be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in the Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaceable by moving fan blades, or other unexpected injuries, always ...assumes that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Small Phillips screwdriver • Small plastic scribe • Flash BIOS executable update program on .) removed. Removing and Installing Parts CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, laceration by a certified service technician only...
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... Processor Processor type Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory Computer Information Chipset RAID Support DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC Video Type AMD™ Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor AMD Athlon 64 processor AMD Sempron™ processor Up to 2 MB...
... Processor Processor type Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory Computer Information Chipset RAID Support DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC Video Type AMD™ Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor AMD Athlon 64 processor AMD Sempron™ processor Up to 2 MB...
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.... This field appears on your computer. Use the right- Help Field - Main System Date System Time Floppy A HDD SMART capability (Disabled default) System Info. Displays BIOS Info and the Service Tag. This field appears below the Option Field and lists keys and their functions within the active system setup field. The...
.... This field appears on your computer. Use the right- Help Field - Main System Date System Time Floppy A HDD SMART capability (Disabled default) System Info. Displays BIOS Info and the Service Tag. This field appears below the Option Field and lists keys and their functions within the active system setup field. The...
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... downloads to your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an...
... downloads to your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an...
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... your hard drive is usually equal to automatically recognize each other. cache - A special high-speed storage mechanism which the computer attempts to start your computer. BIOS - Specifies the order of the devices from which can use to start your computer. BTU - Celsius - The length of main memory or an independent high...
... your hard drive is usually equal to automatically recognize each other. cache - A special high-speed storage mechanism which the computer attempts to start your computer. BIOS - Specifies the order of the devices from which can use to start your computer. BTU - Celsius - The length of main memory or an independent high...
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...for Management) standard that allows networked computers that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as part of pixels across by the BIOS, that do not have not yet been documented. Data and/or files you shut down . Plug-and-Play - The ability of ...individuals. Some common implementations of independent disks - A file can view but cannot edit or delete. A text file included with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are detected during POST, the computer continues the start-up and down your computer. personal system/2 - A method of...
...for Management) standard that allows networked computers that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as part of pixels across by the BIOS, that do not have not yet been documented. Data and/or files you shut down . Plug-and-Play - The ability of ...individuals. Some common implementations of independent disks - A file can view but cannot edit or delete. A text file included with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are detected during POST, the computer continues the start-up and down your computer. personal system/2 - A method of...
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... or system password. telephony application programming interface - Text editors do not change fonts, and so on). uninterruptible power supply - The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as the motherboard. A UPS keeps a computer running for this program. TPM - Small UPS systems provide battery power for example, Windows Notepad uses a text editor...
... or system password. telephony application programming interface - Text editors do not change fonts, and so on). uninterruptible power supply - The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as the motherboard. A UPS keeps a computer running for this program. TPM - Small UPS systems provide battery power for example, Windows Notepad uses a text editor...
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See sound B battery problems, 51 replacing, 142 beep codes, 76 bezel removing, 118 replacing, 119 BIOS, 172 boot sequence about, 175 changing, 175 option settings, 175 booting to a USB device, 175 C cards installing PCI, 112 PCI, 112 removing PCI, 116 slots, ... components inside, 101 crashes, 58-60 inside view, 101 restore to previous state, 88 stops responding, 58-59 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 87 contacting Dell, 188 copying CDs general information, 27 helpful tips, 29 how to, 27 Index 205 Index A audio.
See sound B battery problems, 51 replacing, 142 beep codes, 76 bezel removing, 118 replacing, 119 BIOS, 172 boot sequence about, 175 changing, 175 option settings, 175 booting to a USB device, 175 C cards installing PCI, 112 PCI, 112 removing PCI, 116 slots, ... components inside, 101 crashes, 58-60 inside view, 101 restore to previous state, 88 stops responding, 58-59 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 87 contacting Dell, 188 copying CDs general information, 27 helpful tips, 29 how to, 27 Index 205 Index A audio.