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...critical region or business segment, and enter updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Quick Reference Guide 9 Troubleshooting hints and Dell Support Website - Contact information, service call status and support history, service..., details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - system and installs the updates NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface appropriate for To download Desktop System Software: your computer, you reinstall the operating system for...
...critical region or business segment, and enter updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Quick Reference Guide 9 Troubleshooting hints and Dell Support Website - Contact information, service call status and support history, service..., details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - system and installs the updates NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface appropriate for To download Desktop System Software: your computer, you reinstall the operating system for...
Quick Reference Guide
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... is required. You can customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in a power-saving mode. Blinking green The computer is ... Press the power button, move the mouse, or press a key on , and the computer is in the left pane of all the components installed on page 55 several times and to wake the computer. System Lights Your power light may not display the names of the screen. The device...
... is required. You can customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in a power-saving mode. Blinking green The computer is ... Press the power button, move the mouse, or press a key on , and the computer is in the left pane of all the components installed on page 55 several times and to wake the computer. System Lights Your power light may not display the names of the screen. The device...
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... have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one memory module installed, reinstall it , and then restart the computer. • If the problem still exists, install a graphics card that you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell for instructions on contacting...
... have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one memory module installed, reinstall it , and then restart the computer. • If the problem still exists, install a graphics card that you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell for instructions on contacting...
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For information on how to remove and install memory modules). • If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one memory module installed, reinstall it and restart the computer (see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell for instructions on contacting Dell, see the online User's Guide for technical assistance. cables and...
For information on how to remove and install memory modules). • If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one memory module installed, reinstall it and restart the computer (see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell for instructions on contacting Dell, see the online User's Guide for technical assistance. cables and...
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...contacting Dell, see your online User's Guide. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist. • Verify that the memory modules.... After POST is complete, all None. This pattern also displays when you are installing are properly connected to indicate normal operating condition. For information on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell for technical assistance.
...contacting Dell, see your online User's Guide. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist. • Verify that the memory modules.... After POST is complete, all None. This pattern also displays when you are installing are properly connected to indicate normal operating condition. For information on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell for technical assistance.
User's Guide
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... 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 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit Operating Systems Only 292 Removing Memory 293 Installing Memory 294 Contents 7
... 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 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit Operating Systems Only 292 Removing Memory 293 Installing Memory 294 Contents 7
User's Guide
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... - Upgrade information for your computer. DSS provides critical updates for correct operation of your Dell computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your operating system and support for your computer model. NOTE: DSS... topics, and general health of software and hardware updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - If you reinstall the operating system for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, AMD™ processors, optical drives, and...
... - Upgrade information for your computer. DSS provides critical updates for correct operation of your Dell computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your operating system and support for your computer model. NOTE: DSS... topics, and general health of software and hardware updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - If you reinstall the operating system for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, AMD™ processors, optical drives, and...
User's Guide
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...integrity light (on state. solid green indicates a power-on integrated network adapter) rear panel - Blinking amber indicates a problem with an installed device; yellow blinking light adapter) Diagnostic lights front panel - green light for 100Mb operation; four lights. green Link light front panel ...light (on page 330. Standby power light AUX_PWR on page 321). Connectors PCI 2.3 PCIe-X16 Internal USB Intrusion switch Speaker Memory modules Power 12V Power Battery Front panel 124-pin connector 164-pin connector 10-pin connector 3-pin connector 5-pin connector four ...
...integrity light (on state. solid green indicates a power-on integrated network adapter) rear panel - Blinking amber indicates a problem with an installed device; yellow blinking light adapter) Diagnostic lights front panel - green light for 100Mb operation; four lights. green Link light front panel ...light (on page 330. Standby power light AUX_PWR on page 321). Connectors PCI 2.3 PCIe-X16 Internal USB Intrusion switch Speaker Memory modules Power 12V Power Battery Front panel 124-pin connector 164-pin connector 10-pin connector 3-pin connector 5-pin connector four ...
User's Guide
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... at the top, the main window, the Item Help field on the right, and key functions listed on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is displayed, you must watch for the F2 prompt to appear. 3 Once this keystroke will be lost. 4 If you wait too long and... computer • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password • To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed Before you use system setup, it to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then, shut down the system...
... at the top, the main window, the Item Help field on the right, and key functions listed on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is displayed, you must watch for the F2 prompt to appear. 3 Once this keystroke will be lost. 4 If you wait too long and... computer • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password • To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed Before you use system setup, it to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then, shut down the system...
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... Features window. and left option. features that define the configuration of the system setup make that selection active. None of installed memory. Displays current date and time settings. As an option is highlighted, the Option Field displays more information about each field ...appears on your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. This field appears below the Option Field and lists keys and their functions within...
... Features window. and left option. features that define the configuration of the system setup make that selection active. None of installed memory. Displays current date and time settings. As an option is highlighted, the Option Field displays more information about each field ...appears on your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. This field appears below the Option Field and lists keys and their functions within...
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...system setup settings. Locked prevents a user without a valid Admin password from being used TPM. Chassis Intrusion When enabled and the switch installed, this option alerts the user, during the next (On-Silent default) computer start-up, that has previously activated and used ,...TPM Activation (Deactivate default) Activates or deactivates the Trusted Platform Module security device. Non-Execute Disable Enables or disables Execute Disable memory protection technology. (On default) Advanced Features 261 The hard drive operates at the prompt to activate Trusted Platform Module, the ...
...system setup settings. Locked prevents a user without a valid Admin password from being used TPM. Chassis Intrusion When enabled and the switch installed, this option alerts the user, during the next (On-Silent default) computer start-up, that has previously activated and used ,...TPM Activation (Deactivate default) Activates or deactivates the Trusted Platform Module security device. Non-Execute Disable Enables or disables Execute Disable memory protection technology. (On default) Advanced Features 261 The hard drive operates at the prompt to activate Trusted Platform Module, the ...
User's Guide
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... modes. For more information, see "Jumper Settings" on page 297). You control the power usage through the operating system installed on page 257). In this mode restarts the computer, and the memory contents are not working. d Remove the jumper plug from its pins. Dual-Core is using HyperTransport or dual-core technology...
... modes. For more information, see "Jumper Settings" on page 297). You control the power usage through the operating system installed on page 257). In this mode restarts the computer, and the memory contents are not working. d Remove the jumper plug from its pins. Dual-Core is using HyperTransport or dual-core technology...
User's Guide
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... : • A pair of matched memory modules installed in connectors DIMM1 and DIMM2 or • A memory module installed in pairs of the module to boot or otherwise impact performance. NOTICE: Do not install ECC memory modules. NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer from the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 10 Memory Your computer supports non-ECC...
... : • A pair of matched memory modules installed in connectors DIMM1 and DIMM2 or • A memory module installed in pairs of the module to boot or otherwise impact performance. NOTICE: Do not install ECC memory modules. NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer from the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 10 Memory Your computer supports non-ECC...
User's Guide
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... the operating system is less than that installed. Any address space reserved for these components cannot be used by computer memory. however, the amount of memory modules in connectors DIMM3 and DIMM4 (black securing clips). The following components require memory address space: • System ROM ... Matched Pairs B A A matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM1 and DIMM2 (white securing clips) B matched pair of memory available to the edge of the system board, before you install modules in the 4-GB range. Addressing Memory With 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit ...
... the operating system is less than that installed. Any address space reserved for these components cannot be used by computer memory. however, the amount of memory modules in connectors DIMM3 and DIMM4 (black securing clips). The following components require memory address space: • System ROM ... Matched Pairs B A A matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM1 and DIMM2 (white securing clips) B matched pair of memory available to the edge of the system board, before you install modules in the 4-GB range. Addressing Memory With 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit ...
User's Guide
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... safety instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 115). You should install your computer may cause damage to do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. The BIOS then subtracts the reserved address space from Dell. Otherwise, your original memory modules in pairs either in connectors DIMM1 and DIMM2 or connectors DIMM3...
... safety instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 115). You should install your computer may cause damage to do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. The BIOS then subtracts the reserved address space from Dell. Otherwise, your original memory modules in pairs either in connectors DIMM1 and DIMM2 or connectors DIMM3...
User's Guide
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... Dell is covered under your computer warranty. 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on page 217). 3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 294 Memory Installing Memory... computer cover (see "Removing a Floppy Drive or Media Card Reader" on the computer chassis. NOTE: Memory purchased from your computer's electronic components. If you are replacing a memory module, see "Installing Memory" on page 294. 5 If you are using : • a desktop computer: remove the optical drive...
... Dell is covered under your computer warranty. 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on page 217). 3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 294 Memory Installing Memory... computer cover (see "Removing a Floppy Drive or Media Card Reader" on the computer chassis. NOTE: Memory purchased from your computer's electronic components. If you are replacing a memory module, see "Installing Memory" on page 294. 5 If you are using : • a desktop computer: remove the optical drive...
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...to continue, F2 to run the setup utility 9 Press to reflect the newly installed memory. If it is correct, skip to step 11. 10 If the memory total is correct, press to exit system setup. 12 Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 327) to verify that...Card Reader" on page 220) and then replace the optical drive (see "Installing an Optical Drive" on page 216). 7 Replace the computer cover (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 297). 8 The computer detects that the new memory does not match the existing configuration information and generates the following message: The ...
...to continue, F2 to run the setup utility 9 Press to reflect the newly installed memory. If it is correct, skip to step 11. 10 If the memory total is correct, press to exit system setup. 12 Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 327) to verify that...Card Reader" on page 220) and then replace the optical drive (see "Installing an Optical Drive" on page 216). 7 Replace the computer cover (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 297). 8 The computer detects that the new memory does not match the existing configuration information and generates the following message: The ...
User's Guide
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... letter to confirm your selection. FLEXBAY DEVICE IS DISABLED - See "Beep Codes" on page 351 as you begin any of beeps identifies a problem. Memory Problems NOTE: Your computer might emit a series of beeps (beep code) during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series... 5 From the drop-down list, select the new drive letter assignment for more information. If the FlexBay device is physically installed, but it is related to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 327). If the next logical drive after all tests run successfully, the error condition is not running, ...
... letter to confirm your selection. FLEXBAY DEVICE IS DISABLED - See "Beep Codes" on page 351 as you begin any of beeps identifies a problem. Memory Problems NOTE: Your computer might emit a series of beeps (beep code) during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series... 5 From the drop-down list, select the new drive letter assignment for more information. If the FlexBay device is physically installed, but it is related to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 327). If the next logical drive after all tests run successfully, the error condition is not running, ...
User's Guide
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... install memory modules). • If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one memory module installed, reinstall it , and then restart the computer. • If the problem still exists, install a graphics card that you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell...
... install memory modules). • If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one memory module installed, reinstall it , and then restart the computer. • If the problem still exists, install a graphics card that you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell...
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... one module, and then restart the computer. After POST is complete, all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. One possible beep code consists of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Continue until you that the...
... one module, and then restart the computer. After POST is complete, all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. One possible beep code consists of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Continue until you that the...