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...and repair information • Service and support - Troubleshooting hints Dell Support Website - Proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - support.dell.com and tips, articles from technicians, NOTE: Select your ... updates 8 Quick Reference Guide Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - What Are You Looking For? Find It Here • Solutions -
...and repair information • Service and support - Troubleshooting hints Dell Support Website - Proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - support.dell.com and tips, articles from technicians, NOTE: Select your ... updates 8 Quick Reference Guide Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - What Are You Looking For? Find It Here • Solutions -
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System Board Components 1 17 16 2 3 15 4 14 13 5 12 6 11 10 9 1 internal speaker connector (INT_SPKR) 3 processor power connector (12VPOWER) 8 7 2 processor connector (CPU) 4 memory module connectors (DIMM_1, DIMM_2) 36 Quick Reference Guide
System Board Components 1 17 16 2 3 15 4 14 13 5 12 6 11 10 9 1 internal speaker connector (INT_SPKR) 3 processor power connector (12VPOWER) 8 7 2 processor connector (CPU) 4 memory module connectors (DIMM_1, DIMM_2) 36 Quick Reference Guide
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System Board Components 1 17 16 2 3 15 4 14 13 5 12 6 11 10 9 1 internal speaker connector (INT_SPKR) 3 processor power connector (12VPOWER) 8 7 2 processor connector (CPU) 4 memory module connectors (DIMM_1, DIMM_2) 46 Quick Reference Guide
System Board Components 1 17 16 2 3 15 4 14 13 5 12 6 11 10 9 1 internal speaker connector (INT_SPKR) 3 processor power connector (12VPOWER) 8 7 2 processor connector (CPU) 4 memory module connectors (DIMM_1, DIMM_2) 46 Quick Reference Guide
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This typically can take 10 to 20 minutes. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu, the following table for more ... symptoms. 3 If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem you are having. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you select Extended Test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab...
This typically can take 10 to 20 minutes. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu, the following table for more ... symptoms. 3 If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem you are having. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you select Extended Test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab...
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The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the ...for the selected device. Power Lights CAUTION: Before you to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to customize the test by changing ...the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Quick Reference Guide 51 Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function ...
The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the ...for the selected device. Power Lights CAUTION: Before you to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to customize the test by changing ...the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Quick Reference Guide 51 Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function ...
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..., or press the power button to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 36). 52 Quick Reference Guide Remove and then reinstall the memory modules. - Remove and then reinstall any cards. - Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable. • If the power light is not responding: - Ensure...
..., or press the power button to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 36). 52 Quick Reference Guide Remove and then reinstall the memory modules. - Remove and then reinstall any cards. - Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable. • If the power light is not responding: - Ensure...
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... or problems. This series of the following beep code errors. 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. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide) for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Code...
... or problems. This series of the following beep code errors. 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. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide) for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Code...
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...test failure System Messages NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in protected mode Memory failure above address 0FFFFh Timer-chip counter 2 failure Time-of-day clock stopped Serial or parallel... 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 4-4-3 4-4-4 Cause Interrupt vector loading failure Keyboard Controller Test failure NVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configuration Video Memory Test failure Screen initialization failure Screen retrace failure Search for video ROM failure No timer tick Shutdown failure Gate A20 failure Unexpected interrupt in the...
...test failure System Messages NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in protected mode Memory failure above address 0FFFFh Timer-chip counter 2 failure Time-of-day clock stopped Serial or parallel... 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 4-4-3 4-4-4 Cause Interrupt vector loading failure Keyboard Controller Test failure NVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configuration Video Memory Test failure Screen initialization failure Screen retrace failure Search for video ROM failure No timer tick Shutdown failure Gate A20 failure Unexpected interrupt in the...
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...memory modules.) • If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module, and then restart the computer. press the power button. restart the computer. The diagnostic lights are detected, but a memory... failure has occurred. • If you have one memory module installed, reinstall it and restart the computer. (see the online User...a "off" condition, or a possible working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact...
...memory modules.) • If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module, and then restart the computer. press the power button. restart the computer. The diagnostic lights are detected, but a memory... failure has occurred. • If you have one memory module installed, reinstall it and restart the computer. (see the online User...a "off" condition, or a possible working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact...
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... until you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, Contact Dell. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution No memory modules are compatible with your computer. • If the problem persists, contact...
... until you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, Contact Dell. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution No memory modules are compatible with your computer. • If the problem persists, contact...
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IEEE 1394 Device Problems 119 Keyboard Problems 120 Lockups and Software Problems 120 Memory Problems 122 Mouse Problems 123 Network Problems 124 Power Problems 124 Printer Problems 125 Scanner Problems 126 Sound and Speaker Problems 127 Video... and Utilities 134 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems . . 136 Restoring Your Operating System 137 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore . . . . 137 Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 139 Using the Operating System Media 142 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 143 Before You Begin 143 Recommended Tools 143...
IEEE 1394 Device Problems 119 Keyboard Problems 120 Lockups and Software Problems 120 Memory Problems 122 Mouse Problems 123 Network Problems 124 Power Problems 124 Printer Problems 125 Scanner Problems 126 Sound and Speaker Problems 127 Video... and Utilities 134 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems . . 136 Restoring Your Operating System 137 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore . . . . 137 Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 139 Using the Operating System Media 142 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 143 Before You Begin 143 Recommended Tools 143...
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... the Computer Cover 147 Inside View of Your Computer 149 System Board Components 150 Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . 152 Memory 155 Installation Guidelines 155 Installing Memory 156 Removing Memory 157 Cards 157 PCI and PCI Express Cards 158 Bezel 164 Removing the Bezel 165 Replacing the Bezel 166 Drives 166 Recommended...
... the Computer Cover 147 Inside View of Your Computer 149 System Board Components 150 Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . 152 Memory 155 Installation Guidelines 155 Installing Memory 156 Removing Memory 157 Cards 157 PCI and PCI Express Cards 158 Bezel 164 Removing the Bezel 165 Replacing the Bezel 166 Drives 166 Recommended...
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... Computer Parts 209 Removing the Computer Cover 209 Inside View of Your Computer 210 System Board Components 212 Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . 214 Memory 217 Installation Guidelines 217 Installing...
... Computer Parts 209 Removing the Computer Cover 209 Inside View of Your Computer 210 System Board Components 212 Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . 214 Memory 217 Installation Guidelines 217 Installing...
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Removing Memory 219 Cards 219 PCI and PCI Express Cards 220 Drives 226 Recommended Drive Cable Connections . . . . . 227 Connecting Drive Cables 227 Drive Interface Connectors 228 Connecting ...
Removing Memory 219 Cards 219 PCI and PCI Express Cards 220 Drives 226 Recommended Drive Cable Connections . . . . . 227 Connecting Drive Cables 227 Drive Interface Connectors 228 Connecting ...
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...; Reference - DSS is necessary for your Dell computer. configuration. Finding Information 17 What Are You ...dell.com NOTE: Select your Service Tag. Computer documentation, details on . and operating system and installs the NOTE: The support.dell... with technical support • Dell Technical Update Service - If ...provides critical your region or business segment to support.dell.com, select your your selections. Find It ...support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers Dell Support Website - Certified drivers, patches, and software...
...; Reference - DSS is necessary for your Dell computer. configuration. Finding Information 17 What Are You ...dell.com NOTE: Select your Service Tag. Computer documentation, details on . and operating system and installs the NOTE: The support.dell... with technical support • Dell Technical Update Service - If ...provides critical your region or business segment to support.dell.com, select your your selections. Find It ...support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers Dell Support Website - Certified drivers, patches, and software...
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... 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® Celeron® up to view information about your computer...
... 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® Celeron® up to view information about your computer...
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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 drive Fan PCI 2.3 PCI Express Front Panel 4 GB NOTE: When using 4 GB of memory, the Microsoft® Windows® Operating Systems may report less memory in the system than is physically installed in /microphone and line-out; F0000h 9-pin connector; 16550C-compatible 25-pin connector...
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 drive Fan PCI 2.3 PCI Express Front Panel 4 GB NOTE: When using 4 GB of memory, the Microsoft® Windows® Operating Systems may report less memory in the system than is physically installed in /microphone and line-out; F0000h 9-pin connector; 16550C-compatible 25-pin connector...
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For more information regarding the configuration of 10/100/1000 communication Memory Type Memory connectors Memory modules supported Minimum memory 667 or 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM 2 512 MB, 1 GB, or 2 GB non-ECC dual-channel: 1 GB single-channel: 512 MB NOTE: 512 MB is the ...
For more information regarding the configuration of 10/100/1000 communication Memory Type Memory connectors Memory modules supported Minimum memory 667 or 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM 2 512 MB, 1 GB, or 2 GB non-ECC dual-channel: 1 GB single-channel: 512 MB NOTE: 512 MB is the ...
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... PCI Express one 164-pin (x16) connector Front Panel 40-pin connector 40 Desktop Computer Views Memory (continued) Maximum memory 4 GB NOTE: When using 4 GB of memory, the Microsoft® Windows® Operating Systems may report less memory in the system than is physically installed in /microphone and line-out; two front-panel connectors...
... PCI Express one 164-pin (x16) connector Front Panel 40-pin connector 40 Desktop Computer Views Memory (continued) Maximum memory 4 GB NOTE: When using 4 GB of memory, the Microsoft® Windows® Operating Systems may report less memory in the system than is physically installed in /microphone and line-out; two front-panel connectors...
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... Client Instrumentation User's Guide available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. However, system memory remains active. • Hibernate. Waking up on your computer, such as the computer remains connected to 66 Advanced Features Power... consumption to a minimum by writing all power from storage devices. • Change the state of these sleep modes. • Access information about Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation, see the manufacturer's documentation for each component. • Standby. You control the power usage through the operating system installed on...
... Client Instrumentation User's Guide available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. However, system memory remains active. • Hibernate. Waking up on your computer, such as the computer remains connected to 66 Advanced Features Power... consumption to a minimum by writing all power from storage devices. • Change the state of these sleep modes. • Access information about Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation, see the manufacturer's documentation for each component. • Standby. You control the power usage through the operating system installed on...