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... Computer 14 Mini Tower Computer 16 System Views 16 Removing the Computer Cover 22 Inside Your Computer 24 System Board Components 25 Jumper Settings 26 Desktop Computer 27 System Views 27 Removing the Computer Cover 32 Inside Your Computer 33 System Board Components 35 Jumper Settings 36 Small Form Factor Computer...
... Computer 14 Mini Tower Computer 16 System Views 16 Removing the Computer Cover 22 Inside Your Computer 24 System Board Components 25 Jumper Settings 26 Desktop Computer 27 System Views 27 Removing the Computer Cover 32 Inside Your Computer 33 System Board Components 35 Jumper Settings 36 Small Form Factor Computer...
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...technicians or experienced users. Some features or media may not be optional and may not ship with your computer. You can be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide 5 Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Find It... Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for my computer • Desktop System Software (DSS) Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about...
...technicians or experienced users. Some features or media may not be optional and may not ship with your computer. You can be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide 5 Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Find It... Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for my computer • Desktop System Software (DSS) Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about...
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... for your selections. 8 Quick Reference Guide Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers Dell Support Website - To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Drivers & Downloads. 2 Enter your computer, you reinstall the operating system for components, such as memory, the hard...
... for your selections. 8 Quick Reference Guide Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers Dell Support Website - To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Drivers & Downloads. 2 Enter your computer, you reinstall the operating system for components, such as memory, the hard...
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...'s Manual. Operating System Media NOTE: The Operating System media may be optional and may not ship with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop • How to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP...
...'s Manual. Operating System Media NOTE: The Operating System media may be optional and may not ship with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop • How to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP...
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... steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 13 and "Mini Tower Computer" on page 16. • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in the lower-right corner of the Start menu as shown... Reference Guide 13 In the Microsoft® Windows Vista™ operating system, click the Windows Vista Start Button , in the lower-left corner of the desktop, click the arrow in reverse order.
... steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 13 and "Mini Tower Computer" on page 16. • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in the lower-right corner of the Start menu as shown... Reference Guide 13 In the Microsoft® Windows Vista™ operating system, click the Windows Vista Start Button , in the lower-left corner of the desktop, click the arrow in reverse order.
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... electrical outlet before removing the cover. 6 Remove the computer cover. • For a mini tower computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 22. • For a desktop computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 32. • For a small form factor computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 43. • For...
... electrical outlet before removing the cover. 6 Remove the computer cover. • For a mini tower computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 22. • For a desktop computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 32. • For a small form factor computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 43. • For...
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... connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. Jumper RTCRST Setting jumpered Description The real-time clock has not been reset. Quick Reference Guide 27 unjumpered Desktop Computer System Views Front View 1 2 3 11 10 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 2 LAN indicator light 9 8 76 5 4 Use the front USB connectors for more information about booting to a USB...
... connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. Jumper RTCRST Setting jumpered Description The real-time clock has not been reset. Quick Reference Guide 27 unjumpered Desktop Computer System Views Front View 1 2 3 11 10 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 2 LAN indicator light 9 8 76 5 4 Use the front USB connectors for more information about booting to a USB...
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...Microsoft® Windows® desktop. NOTE: If you see "Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on page 63). 62 Quick Reference Guide Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. 1 Shut down your hard drive. See "Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive...4 Turn on page 63 for more information. exits Diagnostics 7 Select Test System. 8 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from your docking device for instructions. 3 Connect the computer to choose a diagnostic option on ...
...Microsoft® Windows® desktop. NOTE: If you see "Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on page 63). 62 Quick Reference Guide Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. 1 Shut down your hard drive. See "Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive...4 Turn on page 63 for more information. exits Diagnostics 7 Select Test System. 8 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from your docking device for instructions. 3 Connect the computer to choose a diagnostic option on ...
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... and restart the computer. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 9 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run (see the Windows desktop. Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes 10 to answer questions periodically. If you wait too...
... and restart the computer. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 9 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run (see the Windows desktop. Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes 10 to answer questions periodically. If you wait too...
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...powersaving mode. 4 When the tests are completed, if you are running If the Dell Diagnostics is identified (see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide). Press the power button, move the mouse, or press... the diagnostic lights to board may indicate a computer problem. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close Close the test screen to return to wake the... not boot, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Diagnostic Lights" on the keyboard to the Main Menu screen. Solid yellow The Dell Diagnostics is running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers...
...powersaving mode. 4 When the tests are completed, if you are running If the Dell Diagnostics is identified (see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide). Press the power button, move the mouse, or press... the diagnostic lights to board may indicate a computer problem. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close Close the test screen to return to wake the... not boot, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Diagnostic Lights" on the keyboard to the Main Menu screen. Solid yellow The Dell Diagnostics is running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers...
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5 Desktop Computer About Your Desktop Computer 87 Front View 87 Back View 88 Back Panel Connectors 89 Removing the Computer Cover 90 Inside Your Computer 91 Chassis Intrusion Switch 92 ... Intrusion Switch 92 Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 93 Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector 93 Removing the Heat Sink Assembly 94 System Board Components 95 6 Desktop Computer Specifications Cards 103 PCI Cards 103 Installing a PCI Card 103 Removing a PCI Card 109 Installing a PCI Card in the Riser-Card Cage 111 Removing...
5 Desktop Computer About Your Desktop Computer 87 Front View 87 Back View 88 Back Panel Connectors 89 Removing the Computer Cover 90 Inside Your Computer 91 Chassis Intrusion Switch 92 ... Intrusion Switch 92 Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 93 Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector 93 Removing the Heat Sink Assembly 94 System Board Components 95 6 Desktop Computer Specifications Cards 103 PCI Cards 103 Installing a PCI Card 103 Removing a PCI Card 109 Installing a PCI Card in the Riser-Card Cage 111 Removing...
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... the Battery 303 11 Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, Small Form Factor, and Ultra Small Form Factor Computers 307 Mini Tower System Board Screws 308 Desktop System Board Screws 309 Small Form Factor System Board Screws 310 Ultra Small Form Factor ...System Board Screws 311 Replacing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, Small Form Factor, and Ultra Small Form Factor Computers 311 12 Memory DDR2 Memory Overview 313 Addressing Memory Configurations 314 Installing Memory 314...
... the Battery 303 11 Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, Small Form Factor, and Ultra Small Form Factor Computers 307 Mini Tower System Board Screws 308 Desktop System Board Screws 309 Small Form Factor System Board Screws 310 Ultra Small Form Factor ...System Board Screws 311 Replacing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, Small Form Factor, and Ultra Small Form Factor Computers 311 12 Memory DDR2 Memory Overview 313 Addressing Memory Configurations 314 Installing Memory 314...
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...8226; A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities CD or DVD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be included on your media... information • How to access your computer. Documentation and drivers are already installed on page 353), or to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your documentation. Readme files may be optional and may ship with your computer. You can use the media to...
...8226; A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities CD or DVD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be included on your media... information • How to access your computer. Documentation and drivers are already installed on page 353), or to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your documentation. Readme files may be optional and may ship with your computer. You can use the media to...
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... • Service and support - Proactive e-mail notification of your Dell computer. Computer documentation, details on the screen. DSS provides critical updates To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support 1 To access Windows Help and Support: ...4 Follow the instructions on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - The NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary software automatically detects your configuration. • How to use Windows XP • How to view...
... • Service and support - Proactive e-mail notification of your Dell computer. Computer documentation, details on the screen. DSS provides critical updates To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support 1 To access Windows Help and Support: ...4 Follow the instructions on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - The NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary software automatically detects your configuration. • How to use Windows XP • How to view...
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...Your Computer" on page 21 and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 21. • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in the lower-right corner of the Start menu... and then click Shut Down. In Microsoft Windows Vista®, click the Windows Vista Start button™, , in the lower-left corner of the desktop, click the arrow in reverse order. NOTICE: Ensure that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Flash...
...Your Computer" on page 21 and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 21. • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in the lower-right corner of the Start menu... and then click Shut Down. In Microsoft Windows Vista®, click the Windows Vista Start button™, , in the lower-left corner of the desktop, click the arrow in reverse order. NOTICE: Ensure that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Flash...
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... instructions, see the documentation that could harm internal components. 22 Before You Begin As you connect a cable, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as a processor by its edges, not by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a ...removing the cover. 5 Remove the computer cover. • For a mini tower computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 27. • For a desktop computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 90. • For a small form factor computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 168. •...
... instructions, see the documentation that could harm internal components. 22 Before You Begin As you connect a cable, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as a processor by its edges, not by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a ...removing the cover. 5 Remove the computer cover. • For a mini tower computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 27. • For a desktop computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 90. • For a small form factor computer, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 168. •...
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it may not be present on mini tower, desktop and small form factor computers; NOTICE: Be careful when opening the computer cover to ensure that you do not accidentally disconnect cables from the electrical ...
it may not be present on mini tower, desktop and small form factor computers; NOTICE: Be careful when opening the computer cover to ensure that you do not accidentally disconnect cables from the electrical ...
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Then shut down your BIOS settings and exit system setup. If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. NOTE: The default setting is On-Silent. 4 Save your computer and try again. 3 Select the Chassis Intrusion option and then press the left- Mini Tower Computer 31 Change the setting to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to On, On-Silent, or Disabled. or right-arrow key to select Reset. Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector 1 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo appears, press immediately.
Then shut down your BIOS settings and exit system setup. If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. NOTE: The default setting is On-Silent. 4 Save your computer and try again. 3 Select the Chassis Intrusion option and then press the left- Mini Tower Computer 31 Change the setting to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to On, On-Silent, or Disabled. or right-arrow key to select Reset. Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector 1 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo appears, press immediately.
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... "System Setup" on page 280 for more information about booting to turn on page 21 for more information. Instead, perform an operating system shutdown. Desktop Computer About Your Desktop Computer Front View 1 2 3 11 10 9 8 76 5 4 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for devices that a ...press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. 4 Dell badge This badge can also rotate the badge using the slot provided near the bottom of the badge. 87 Desktop Computer NOTICE: If your computer. To rotate, place fingers around the outside...
... "System Setup" on page 280 for more information about booting to turn on page 21 for more information. Instead, perform an operating system shutdown. Desktop Computer About Your Desktop Computer Front View 1 2 3 11 10 9 8 76 5 4 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for devices that a ...press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. 4 Dell badge This badge can also rotate the badge using the slot provided near the bottom of the badge. 87 Desktop Computer NOTICE: If your computer. To rotate, place fingers around the outside...
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..." on page 347 for a description of the computer is different if a riser is in a normal operating state. • Blinking green - Insert the power cable. 88 Desktop Computer For more information, see "Power Management for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards, PS/2 connector, eSATA connector, etc. The computer is in the...
..." on page 347 for a description of the computer is different if a riser is in a normal operating state. • Blinking green - Insert the power cable. 88 Desktop Computer For more information, see "Power Management for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards, PS/2 connector, eSATA connector, etc. The computer is in the...