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... - Back-Panel Connectors 30 Removing the Computer Cover 32 Before You Begin 32 Mini Tower Computer 34 Desktop Computer 36 Small Form Factor Computer 38 Inside Your Computer 39 Mini Tower Computer 39 Desktop Computer 43 Small Form Factor Computer 47 Contents 3 Back View . . . . 29 Small Form Factor Computer - Back-Panel Connectors...
... - Back-Panel Connectors 30 Removing the Computer Cover 32 Before You Begin 32 Mini Tower Computer 34 Desktop Computer 36 Small Form Factor Computer 38 Inside Your Computer 39 Mini Tower Computer 39 Desktop Computer 43 Small Form Factor Computer 47 Contents 3 Back View . . . . 29 Small Form Factor Computer - Back-Panel Connectors...
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...the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers (see "Using the Drivers and Utilities Media" on page 67), to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51), or to your computer or advanced technicalreference material for my computer • My computer documentation • ...My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS) NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be optional and may not ship with your ...
...the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers (see "Using the Drivers and Utilities Media" on page 67), to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51), or to your computer or advanced technicalreference material for my computer • My computer documentation • ...My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS) NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be optional and may not ship with your ...
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... dependent upon your configuration. Online discussion with technical support • Reference - Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Desktop System Software (DSS) - Quick Reference Guide 9 DSS is necessary for your operating system and your...
... dependent upon your configuration. Online discussion with technical support • Reference - Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Desktop System Software (DSS) - Quick Reference Guide 9 DSS is necessary for your operating system and your...
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... device or software, or contact the vendor to verify that the device or software is compatible with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows Vista, click Start → Help and Support. •...
... device or software, or contact the vendor to verify that the device or software is compatible with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows Vista, click Start → Help and Support. •...
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... For more information, see "System Setup Program" in your online User's Guide for instructions for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards. Desktop Computer - It is recommended that you use the back USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras, or for serial...
... For more information, see "System Setup Program" in your online User's Guide for instructions for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards. Desktop Computer - It is recommended that you use the back USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras, or for serial...
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... 11 optical drive (optional) This light flickers when the hard drive is being accessed. Insert an optical drive (if supported) into the appropriate connectors (see "Desktop Computer - Desktop Computer - Insert the power cable. Quick Reference Guide 23
... 11 optical drive (optional) This light flickers when the hard drive is being accessed. Insert an optical drive (if supported) into the appropriate connectors (see "Desktop Computer - Desktop Computer - Insert the power cable. Quick Reference Guide 23
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... with a manual voltage selection switch, set to operate with a manual voltageselection switch. Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your location. Desktop Computer - Back-Panel Connectors 1 2 34 5 9 8 24 Quick Reference Guide 7 6 4 voltage selection switch 5 padlock ring 6 cover release latch NOTE: Your computer may or may equipped with...
... with a manual voltage selection switch, set to operate with a manual voltageselection switch. Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your location. Desktop Computer - Back-Panel Connectors 1 2 34 5 9 8 24 Quick Reference Guide 7 6 4 voltage selection switch 5 padlock ring 6 cover release latch NOTE: Your computer may or may equipped with...
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..., first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack. 2 Disconnect any static electricity that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your computer from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to servicing that could harm internal components. CAUTION: To... before removing the cover. 5 Remove the computer cover: • Remove the mini tower computer cover (see "Mini Tower Computer" on page 34). • Remove the desktop computer cover (see "Desktop Computer" on page 38).
..., first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack. 2 Disconnect any static electricity that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your computer from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to servicing that could harm internal components. CAUTION: To... before removing the cover. 5 Remove the computer cover: • Remove the mini tower computer cover (see "Mini Tower Computer" on page 34). • Remove the desktop computer cover (see "Desktop Computer" on page 38).
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...: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the hinge tabs and set it aside on a soft nonabrasive surface. 36 Quick Reference Guide Desktop Computer CAUTION: Before you lift the cover. 5 Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using the hinge tabs as you...
...: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the hinge tabs and set it aside on a soft nonabrasive surface. 36 Quick Reference Guide Desktop Computer CAUTION: Before you lift the cover. 5 Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using the hinge tabs as you...
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Quick Reference Guide 43 jumpered unjumpered Desktop Computer CAUTION: Before you do not accidentally disconnect cables from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the system board. Password features are enabled (default setting). NOTICE: Be careful when opening the computer cover to ensure that you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Jumper PSWD Setting Description Password features are disabled.
Quick Reference Guide 43 jumpered unjumpered Desktop Computer CAUTION: Before you do not accidentally disconnect cables from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the system board. Password features are enabled (default setting). NOTICE: Be careful when opening the computer cover to ensure that you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Jumper PSWD Setting Description Password features are disabled.
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... the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press . 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your Drivers and Utilities media ... boot menu. 5 Select the option to boot from the optical drive from the menu that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. NOTE: If you see a message stating that appears. 6 Type 1 to start the Drivers and Utilities media menu...
... the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press . 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your Drivers and Utilities media ... boot menu. 5 Select the option to boot from the optical drive from the menu that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. NOTE: If you see a message stating that appears. 6 Type 1 to start the Drivers and Utilities media menu...
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...not resolve the problem, then use Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later when you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during assembly of the computer. ... change the boot sequence for more information) to return your computer and try using Device Driver Rollback (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Use the Drivers and Utilities media to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try again. Before You Begin If you see...
...not resolve the problem, then use Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later when you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during assembly of the computer. ... change the boot sequence for more information) to return your computer and try using Device Driver Rollback (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Use the Drivers and Utilities media to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try again. Before You Begin If you see...
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... want to recover your hard drive. Click Exit if Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your computer already has Windows XP installed and you... see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again. 5 Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM, and press . 6 When ...
... want to recover your hard drive. Click Exit if Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your computer already has Windows XP installed and you... see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again. 5 Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM, and press . 6 When ...
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... 97 Front View 97 Back View 98 Back-Panel Connectors 99 Inside Your Computer 101 System Board Components 102 Desktop Computer (Model # DCNE) Specifications 105 I/O Panel 111 Removing the I/O Panel 111 Replacing the I/O Panel 112 Drives 113 General Installation Guidelines 113 Optical Drive 115 Floppy ...
... 97 Front View 97 Back View 98 Back-Panel Connectors 99 Inside Your Computer 101 System Board Components 102 Desktop Computer (Model # DCNE) Specifications 105 I/O Panel 111 Removing the I/O Panel 111 Replacing the I/O Panel 112 Drives 113 General Installation Guidelines 113 Optical Drive 115 Floppy ...
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6 Advanced Features 249 LegacySelect Technology Control 249 Manageability 249 Alert Standard Format 249 Dell OpenManage™ IT Assistant 250 Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation 250 Security 250 Chassis Intrusion Detection 250 Option Settings 251 Padlock Ring and Security Cable Slot ...Setup 257 System Setup Options 258 Booting to a USB Device 264 Memory Key 264 Floppy Drive 264 Jumper Settings 265 Mini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Computers 265 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 265 Clearing CMOS Settings 266 HyperTransport™ and Dual-Core Technology 267 Power ...
6 Advanced Features 249 LegacySelect Technology Control 249 Manageability 249 Alert Standard Format 249 Dell OpenManage™ IT Assistant 250 Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation 250 Security 250 Chassis Intrusion Detection 250 Option Settings 251 Padlock Ring and Security Cable Slot ...Setup 257 System Setup Options 258 Booting to a USB Device 264 Memory Key 264 Floppy Drive 264 Jumper Settings 265 Mini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Computers 265 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 265 Clearing CMOS Settings 266 HyperTransport™ and Dual-Core Technology 267 Power ...
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...Enabling Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology 275 7 Chassis Intrusion Switch 277 Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 277 Mini Tower Computer 278 Desktop Computer 279 Small Form Factor Computer 280 Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 280 Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector 280 8 Battery 283 ... the Battery 283 9 Replacing the System Board 287 Removing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Computers 287 Replacing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Computers 290 10 Memory 291 DDR2 Memory Overview 291 Addressing Memory With...
...Enabling Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology 275 7 Chassis Intrusion Switch 277 Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 277 Mini Tower Computer 278 Desktop Computer 279 Small Form Factor Computer 280 Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 280 Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector 280 8 Battery 283 ... the Battery 283 9 Replacing the System Board 287 Removing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Computers 287 Replacing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Computers 290 10 Memory 291 DDR2 Memory Overview 291 Addressing Memory With...
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...features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be found at support.dell.com. Readme files may be optional and may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the... Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 302) or to your computer or advanced technicalreference material for my computer • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The...
...features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be found at support.dell.com. Readme files may be optional and may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the... Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 302) or to your computer or advanced technicalreference material for my computer • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The...
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.... The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, AMD™ processors, optical drives, and USB devices. To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Drivers and Downloads. 2 Click Select Model. 3 Select your operating system and support...
.... The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, AMD™ processors, optical drives, and USB devices. To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Drivers and Downloads. 2 Click Select Model. 3 Select your operating system and support...
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...connection. Finding Information 17 To learn more and get started with DellConnect, go to support.dell.com and click Revolutionary remote help with troubleshooting my computer DellConnect™ Service and Support Dell associates can choose to have it appear every time you use Microsoft Windows XP or ...Windows Vista® • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop 1 Click the Start button and click Help...
...connection. Finding Information 17 To learn more and get started with DellConnect, go to support.dell.com and click Revolutionary remote help with troubleshooting my computer DellConnect™ Service and Support Dell associates can choose to have it appear every time you use Microsoft Windows XP or ...Windows Vista® • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop 1 Click the Start button and click Help...
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... 5 Remove the computer cover: • Remove the mini tower computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 39). • Remove the desktop computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 177). • Remove the small form factor computer cover (see the documentation that is not ...authorized by Dell is not covered by its edges or by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as a processor by its edges, not by your warranty. NOTICE...
... 5 Remove the computer cover: • Remove the mini tower computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 39). • Remove the desktop computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 177). • Remove the small form factor computer cover (see the documentation that is not ...authorized by Dell is not covered by its edges or by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as a processor by its edges, not by your warranty. NOTICE...