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System Board Components 36 Replacing the Computer Cover 37 Mini Tower Computer 38 Front View 38 Back View 40 Back Panel Connectors 41 Removing the Computer Cover 43 Inside View of Your Computer 45 System Board Components 46 Replacing the Computer Cover 47 Solving Problems 47 Dell Diagnostics 48 Power Lights 51 Beep Codes 53 System Messages 54 Diagnostic Lights 56 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 60 Clearing CMOS Settings 62 Flashing the BIOS 63 Index 65 4 Contents
System Board Components 36 Replacing the Computer Cover 37 Mini Tower Computer 38 Front View 38 Back View 40 Back Panel Connectors 41 Removing the Computer Cover 43 Inside View of Your Computer 45 System Board Components 46 Replacing the Computer Cover 47 Solving Problems 47 Dell Diagnostics 48 Power Lights 51 Beep Codes 53 System Messages 54 Diagnostic Lights 56 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 60 Clearing CMOS Settings 62 Flashing the BIOS 63 Index 65 4 Contents
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... assistance. Reseating the memory modules may correct the following beep code errors, see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Code 1-3-1 through 2-4-4 3-1-1 3-1-2 3-1-3 3-1-4 Cause Microprocessor register failure NVRAM read/write failure ROM BIOS checksum failure Programmable interval timer failure DMA initialization failure DMA page register read/write failure...
... assistance. Reseating the memory modules may correct the following beep code errors, see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Code 1-3-1 through 2-4-4 3-1-1 3-1-2 3-1-3 3-1-4 Cause Microprocessor register failure NVRAM read/write failure ROM BIOS checksum failure Programmable interval timer failure DMA initialization failure DMA page register read/write failure...
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... you troubleshoot a problem, your computer. When the computer starts normally, the patterns or codes on the system type. N O T A B O O T D I S K E T T E - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. If the POST portion of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the...Guide. HARD DRIVE SELF MONITORING SYSTEM HAS REPORTED THAT A PARAMETER HAS EXCEEDED ITS NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. To help identify where in BIOS setup. When the computer starts normally, the patterns or codes on the front or back panel. If the computer malfunctions during ...
... you troubleshoot a problem, your computer. When the computer starts normally, the patterns or codes on the system type. N O T A B O O T D I S K E T T E - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. If the POST portion of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the...Guide. HARD DRIVE SELF MONITORING SYSTEM HAS REPORTED THAT A PARAMETER HAS EXCEEDED ITS NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. To help identify where in BIOS setup. When the computer starts normally, the patterns or codes on the front or back panel. If the computer malfunctions during ...
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Run the BIOS Recovery utility, wait for instructions on how to the operating ... the computer. (see the online User's Guide for recovery completion, and then restart the computer. A possible BIOS failure has occurred; If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. Memory modules are not lit after ... properly working memory of the same type into a "off" condition, or a possible working electrical outlet and pre-BIOS failure has occurred. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in a normal Plug the computer into your computer...
Run the BIOS Recovery utility, wait for instructions on how to the operating ... the computer. (see the online User's Guide for recovery completion, and then restart the computer. A possible BIOS failure has occurred; If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. Memory modules are not lit after ... properly working memory of the same type into a "off" condition, or a possible working electrical outlet and pre-BIOS failure has occurred. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in a normal Plug the computer into your computer...
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... Click the down arrow to your desktop. 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the on the computer. 2 ...Locate the BIOS update file for 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 ...
... Click the down arrow to your desktop. 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the on the computer. 2 ...Locate the BIOS update file for 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 ...
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... Entering System Setup 79 System Setup Screens 79 System Setup Options 80 Boot Sequence 88 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 91 Clearing CMOS Settings 92 Flashing the BIOS 93 About RAID Configurations 95 Verifying That RAID Is Working 95 RAID Level 1 Configuration 96 Troubleshooting RAID 96 Recovering From a Multiple Hard Drive Failure Using...
... Entering System Setup 79 System Setup Screens 79 System Setup Options 80 Boot Sequence 88 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 91 Clearing CMOS Settings 92 Flashing the BIOS 93 About RAID Configurations 95 Verifying That RAID Is Working 95 RAID Level 1 Configuration 96 Troubleshooting RAID 96 Recovering From a Multiple Hard Drive Failure Using...
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... of your computer. Processor Processor type Internal cache Front Side Bus frequency System Information Chipset Data bus width Address bus width DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC Memory Type Memory connectors Memory modules supported Minimum memory Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Intel® Pentium® Dual Core Intel®...
... of your computer. Processor Processor type Internal cache Front Side Bus frequency System Information Chipset Data bus width Address bus width DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC Memory Type Memory connectors Memory modules supported Minimum memory Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Intel® Pentium® Dual Core Intel®...
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two front-panel connectors for line-in the DIMM slots. Memory (continued) Maximum memory BIOS address Ports and Connectors External connectors: Serial Parallel Video Network adapter Optional PS/2 with secondary serial port adapter USB Audio System board connectors: SATA Floppy ...
two front-panel connectors for line-in the DIMM slots. Memory (continued) Maximum memory BIOS address Ports and Connectors External connectors: Serial Parallel Video Network adapter Optional PS/2 with secondary serial port adapter USB Audio System board connectors: SATA Floppy ...
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... as defined by region. Processor Processor type Internal cache External bus frequency System Information Chipset Data bus width Address bus width DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC • Intel Core 2 Duo • Intel Pentium® • Intel Celeron® Up to view information about your computer. For more information...
... as defined by region. Processor Processor type Internal cache External bus frequency System Information Chipset Data bus width Address bus width DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC • Intel Core 2 Duo • Intel Pentium® • Intel Celeron® Up to view information about your computer. For more information...
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... to use less power when you are restored. For example, the Auto Power On option in Windows® XP. As long as updating its BIOS or shutting it entered the hibernation mode. • Shutdown. A managed system is reduced or turned off when it down remotely. This sleep mode... reduces power consumption to a minimum by writing all power from this sleep mode, power is one that has Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation set to an electrical outlet, it can be automatically or remotely started. This sleep mode removes all data in the computer ...
... to use less power when you are restored. For example, the Auto Power On option in Windows® XP. As long as updating its BIOS or shutting it entered the hibernation mode. • Shutdown. A managed system is reduced or turned off when it down remotely. This sleep mode... reduces power consumption to a minimum by writing all power from this sleep mode, power is one that has Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation set to an electrical outlet, it can be automatically or remotely started. This sleep mode removes all data in the computer ...
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... system setup window. Press to make changes to your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. System System Info Lists the System name, BIOS Version, Service Tag, Express Service Code, (if applicable), and the Asset Tag. None of your settings. Scroll up and down the list by using the...
... system setup window. Press to make changes to your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. System System Info Lists the System name, BIOS Version, Service Tag, Express Service Code, (if applicable), and the Asset Tag. None of your settings. Scroll up and down the list by using the...
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...verified. If the drive is a CD or DVD, a password is not available. Computrace(R) (Deactivate default) Enables or disables the BIOS interface of the system's password security feature and allows a new system password to the Computrace server. Drive 0-n Password (Not Set...may be purchased separately. • Activate permanently enables the BIOS interface of the Computrace agent. • Disable permanently disables the BIOS interface of the Computrace agent. • Deactivate temporarily deactivates the BIOS interface of the Computrace agent. Power Management System Setup 85...
...verified. If the drive is a CD or DVD, a password is not available. Computrace(R) (Deactivate default) Enables or disables the BIOS interface of the system's password security feature and allows a new system password to the Computrace server. Drive 0-n Password (Not Set...may be purchased separately. • Activate permanently enables the BIOS interface of the Computrace agent. • Disable permanently disables the BIOS interface of the Computrace agent. • Deactivate temporarily deactivates the BIOS interface of the Computrace agent. Power Management System Setup 85...
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..., system memory remains active. Allows you to the left of all the entries. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to view the Event Log. This BIOS setup option is enabled, the system can be disabled. Maintenance Service Tag SERR Message (On default) Load Defaults Event Log ASF Mode Displays the service...
..., system memory remains active. Allows you to the left of all the entries. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to view the Event Log. This BIOS setup option is enabled, the system can be disabled. Maintenance Service Tag SERR Message (On default) Load Defaults Event Log ASF Mode Displays the service...
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No steps are skipped during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and prompt you to boot from the USB device. The system starts more quickly. The right keypad keys function as ... (F2=Setup). • Boot Menu displays the Quick Boot message only (F12=Boot Menu). • None displays no operating system is detected during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting the system. When set to enter system setup. The right keypad keys function as numbers. The computer...
No steps are skipped during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and prompt you to boot from the USB device. The system starts more quickly. The right keypad keys function as ... (F2=Setup). • Boot Menu displays the Quick Boot message only (F12=Boot Menu). • None displays no operating system is detected during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting the system. When set to enter system setup. The right keypad keys function as numbers. The computer...
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... it into the computer. 5 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for 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...
... it into the computer. 5 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for 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...
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Code 1-1-4 1-2-1 1-2-2 1-2-3 1-3 1-3-1 through 2-4-4 3-1-1 3-1-2 3-1-3 3-1-4 3-2-2 3-2-4 3-3-1 3-3-2 3-3-4 3-4-1 3-4-2 3-4-3 4-2-1 4-2-2 4-2-3 4-2-4 4-3-1 4-3-3 4-3-4 4-4-1 4-4-2 Cause ROM BIOS checksum failure Programmable interval timer failure DMA initialization failure DMA page register read/write failure Video Memory Test failure Memory not being properly identified or ...
Code 1-1-4 1-2-1 1-2-2 1-2-3 1-3 1-3-1 through 2-4-4 3-1-1 3-1-2 3-1-3 3-1-4 3-2-2 3-2-4 3-3-1 3-3-2 3-3-4 3-4-1 3-4-2 3-4-3 4-2-1 4-2-2 4-2-3 4-2-4 4-3-1 4-3-3 4-3-4 4-4-1 4-4-2 Cause ROM BIOS checksum failure Programmable interval timer failure DMA initialization failure DMA page register read/write failure Video Memory Test failure Memory not being properly identified or ...
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... restart the computer. 106 Troubleshooting Tools HARD DRIVE SELF MONITORING SYSTEM HAS REPORTED THAT A PARAMETER HAS EXCEEDED ITS NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. The diagnostic lights are not lit after the computer successfully boots to the operating system....patterns or codes on the system type. NOTICE - This feature can be off " condition, or a possible working electrical outlet and pre-BIOS failure has occurred. If the POST portion of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the recovery mode. If...
... restart the computer. 106 Troubleshooting Tools HARD DRIVE SELF MONITORING SYSTEM HAS REPORTED THAT A PARAMETER HAS EXCEEDED ITS NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. The diagnostic lights are not lit after the computer successfully boots to the operating system....patterns or codes on the system type. NOTICE - This feature can be off " condition, or a possible working electrical outlet and pre-BIOS failure has occurred. If the POST portion of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the recovery mode. If...
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... Computer" on page 143 and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 144. • You have read the safety information in the Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in this document may... require the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Small Phillips screwdriver • Small plastic scribe • Flash BIOS update program CD Turning Off Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs. b ...
... Computer" on page 143 and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 144. • You have read the safety information in the Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in this document may... require the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Small Phillips screwdriver • Small plastic scribe • Flash BIOS update program CD Turning Off Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs. b ...
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... referred to control display brightness. alternating current - advanced configuration and power interface - ambient light sensor - ASF is able to define a mechanism for video-related tasks. BIOS - Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electricity that powers your computer when you...
... referred to control display brightness. alternating current - advanced configuration and power interface - ambient light sensor - ASF is able to define a mechanism for video-related tasks. BIOS - Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electricity that powers your computer when you...
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... have read -only - PS/2 - pre-boot execution environment - Some common implementations of independent disks - random-access memory - A text file included with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are recharged (sometimes also referred to specific individuals. refresh rate - resolution - create an image. Plug and Play provides automatic installation...
... have read -only - PS/2 - pre-boot execution environment - Some common implementations of independent disks - random-access memory - A text file included with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are recharged (sometimes also referred to specific individuals. refresh rate - resolution - create an image. Plug and Play provides automatic installation...