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... computer, any references in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to either potential damage to avoid the problem. Dell Inc. Reproduction of these materials in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are either trademarks...owners. Reverse engineering or disassembly is strictly forbidden. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2008 Dell Inc. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, and DellConnect are registered trademarks of your computer. Other trademarks and trade names may be authorized by ...
... computer, any references in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to either potential damage to avoid the problem. Dell Inc. Reproduction of these materials in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are either trademarks...owners. Reverse engineering or disassembly is strictly forbidden. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2008 Dell Inc. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, and DellConnect are registered trademarks of your computer. Other trademarks and trade names may be authorized by ...
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... Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 30 Microsoft Windows® XP 30 3 Specifications 35 4 Troubleshooting 45 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 45 Tips 46 Power Problems 46 Memory Problems 47 Lockups and Software Problems 48 Dell Technical Update Service 49 Dell Diagnostics 50 4 Contents
... Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 30 Microsoft Windows® XP 30 3 Specifications 35 4 Troubleshooting 45 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 45 Tips 46 Power Problems 46 Memory Problems 47 Lockups and Software Problems 48 Dell Technical Update Service 49 Dell Diagnostics 50 4 Contents
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...Identifying Drivers 53 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 54 Restoring Your Operating System 56 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . 57 Using Dell Factory Image Restore 58 Using the Operating System Media 60 6 Finding Information 63 7 Getting Help 65 Obtaining Assistance 65 Technical Support and Customer ...Service . . . . . 66 DellConnect 66 Online Services 66 AutoTech Service 67 Automated Order-Status Service 67 Problems With Your Order 67 Product Information 68 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 68 Before You Call 69 Contacting...
...Identifying Drivers 53 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 54 Restoring Your Operating System 56 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . 57 Using Dell Factory Image Restore 58 Using the Operating System Media 60 6 Finding Information 63 7 Getting Help 65 Obtaining Assistance 65 Technical Support and Customer ...Service . . . . . 66 DellConnect 66 Online Services 66 AutoTech Service 67 Automated Order-Status Service 67 Problems With Your Order 67 Product Information 68 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 68 Before You Call 69 Contacting...
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This could be a system board or a power supply problem (see "Power Problems" on state. A blinking green light indicates that the system board cannot start initialization. The computer is reading data from or writing data to the network.... one 4-pin connector one 24-pin connector Controls and Lights Front of computer: Power button push button Power light green light - The blinking amber indicates a problem with the system board. Specifications 41 Drive activity light green light - solid green for power-on page 46). Network connectivity light green light - A solid ...
This could be a system board or a power supply problem (see "Power Problems" on state. A blinking green light indicates that the system board cannot start initialization. The computer is reading data from or writing data to the network.... one 4-pin connector one 24-pin connector Controls and Lights Front of computer: Power button push button Power light green light - The blinking amber indicates a problem with the system board. Specifications 41 Drive activity light green light - solid green for power-on page 46). Network connectivity light green light - A solid ...
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... Start→Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, select the option that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices... NOTE: For detailed troubleshooting information, including responding to system messages, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that best ...
... Start→Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, select the option that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices... NOTE: For detailed troubleshooting information, including responding to system messages, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that best ...
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... safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). The computer is connected and powered on, see (see the program documentation. IF T H E POWER LIGHT IS O F F - This message may help support personnel to diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in this section, read the...
... safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). The computer is connected and powered on, see (see the program documentation. IF T H E POWER LIGHT IS O F F - This message may help support personnel to diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in this section, read the...
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...). • Ensure that you are not using to ensure that your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 47 ELIMINATE INTERFERENCE - IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G A M B E R - IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open...
...). • Ensure that you are not using to ensure that your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 47 ELIMINATE INTERFERENCE - IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G A M B E R - IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open...
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...-XP operating system environments. 48 Troubleshooting • Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer. Lockups and Software Problems The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET A program...Programs→Use an older program with this version of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 35. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50). For more information about the type of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions...
...-XP operating system environments. 48 Troubleshooting • Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer. Lockups and Software Problems The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET A program...Programs→Use an older program with this version of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 35. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50). For more information about the type of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions...
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...hold the power button for at least 6 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is installed and ... • Verify that your computer. See the software documentation for the Dell Technical Update service, go to run the software. Troubleshooting 49 Dell Technical Update Service • The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates ...
...hold the power button for at least 6 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is installed and ... • Verify that your computer. See the software documentation for the Dell Technical Update service, go to run the software. Troubleshooting 49 Dell Technical Update Service • The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates ...
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...and Utilities media. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. Returning to enter the Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. otherwise, contact your computer to step 2. If this is your first time using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore (see..., and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→Device Manager. If you are an administrator on page 56) does not resolve the problem, reinstall the driver from other sources, your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click ...
...and Utilities media. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. Returning to enter the Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. otherwise, contact your computer to step 2. If this is your first time using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore (see..., and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→Device Manager. If you are an administrator on page 56) does not resolve the problem, reinstall the driver from other sources, your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click ...
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... Reinstalling Software NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may not be available in the User name field, then click OK. 7 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Restore. 2 Click Undo my.... 3 Select Repair Your Computer. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. NOTICE: If you received your operating system problem. Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista Only) 1 Turn on certain computers. If ...
... Reinstalling Software NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may not be available in the User name field, then click OK. 7 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Restore. 2 Click Undo my.... 3 Select Repair Your Computer. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. NOTICE: If you received your operating system problem. Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista Only) 1 Turn on certain computers. If ...
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... Manual for your computer can be found at support.dell.com. • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems Dell Technology Guide • About your operating system The Dell Technology Guide is located on your computer. •.... For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. Microsoft® Windows® License Label Your Microsoft Windows License is available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Document/Media...
... Manual for your computer can be found at support.dell.com. • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems Dell Technology Guide • About your operating system The Dell Technology Guide is located on your computer. •.... For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. Microsoft® Windows® License Label Your Microsoft Windows License is available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Document/Media...
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... electrical outlets. If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on the screen." NOTE: Call Dell Support from all countries. Getting Help 65 When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your computer...support staff can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 1 See "When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50 for procedures on how to run , and...
... electrical outlets. If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on the screen." NOTE: Call Dell Support from all countries. Getting Help 65 When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your computer...support staff can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 1 See "When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50 for procedures on how to run , and...
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...; DellConnect is available to answer your supervision. Online Services You can access Dell Support through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all locations outside the continental U.S. For instructions on using the Dell Support, see the contact information for your local Dell representative for information on page 66. Technical Support and Customer Service...
...; DellConnect is available to answer your supervision. Online Services You can access Dell Support through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all locations outside the continental U.S. For instructions on using the Dell Support, see the contact information for your local Dell representative for information on page 66. Technical Support and Customer Service...
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... user anonymous, and use your touch-tone telephone to select the subjects that correspond to support.dell.com, or you have a problem with your questions. When you for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on your password AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech-provides recorded answers to call the automated order-status service. For...
... user anonymous, and use your touch-tone telephone to select the subjects that correspond to support.dell.com, or you have a problem with your questions. When you for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on your password AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech-provides recorded answers to call the automated order-status service. For...
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If the computer is connected to determine the contents of each file. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on ...the back or bottom of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: Are you performed: 70 Getting Help Yes No Network, version, and network adapter:...
If the computer is connected to determine the contents of each file. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on ...the back or bottom of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: Are you performed: 70 Getting Help Yes No Network, version, and network adapter:...
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... L license label, 64 P phone numbers, 71 power power light conditions, 46 troubleshooting, 46 problems restore to previous state, 57 M media Drivers and Utilities, 63 operating system, 63 memory troubleshooting, 47 N networks, 23 connecting, 23 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 media, 60 reinstalling, 63 System Restore, 56 Operating System media...safety information, 64 Service Manual, 64 Service Tag, 63 setup computer, 17 installing your computer in an enclosure, 26 Internet, 28 quick setup, 17 software problems, 48 reinstalling, 53 troubleshooting, 48-49 updates, 49 74 Index
... L license label, 64 P phone numbers, 71 power power light conditions, 46 troubleshooting, 46 problems restore to previous state, 57 M media Drivers and Utilities, 63 operating system, 63 memory troubleshooting, 47 N networks, 23 connecting, 23 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 media, 60 reinstalling, 63 System Restore, 56 Operating System media...safety information, 64 Service Manual, 64 Service Tag, 63 setup computer, 17 installing your computer in an enclosure, 26 Internet, 28 quick setup, 17 software problems, 48 reinstalling, 53 troubleshooting, 48-49 updates, 49 74 Index
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... Description The computer chassis with industry-standard management software. l Monitor the status of limits or the fan speed (rpm) problem has been resolved. See Dell OpenManage™ Applications for information about Dell OpenManage products. See Dell Client Manager (DCM) for information about DCM. It supports instrumentation that conforms to : The DCM console also allows...
... Description The computer chassis with industry-standard management software. l Monitor the status of limits or the fan speed (rpm) problem has been resolved. See Dell OpenManage™ Applications for information about Dell OpenManage products. See Dell Client Manager (DCM) for information about DCM. It supports instrumentation that conforms to : The DCM console also allows...
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... displayed list. Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. 3. To access the Power Options Properties window: 1. To avoid this problem, always set the hard drive to change the default settings for each scheme appear in the fields below the scheme name. l Presentation - l ...Pick a category® Performance and Maintenance. 2. Define your computer may take a short time to select one of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before the hard drive. If you for starting standby mode, hibernate mode, turning off the monitor...
... displayed list. Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. 3. To access the Power Options Properties window: 1. To avoid this problem, always set the hard drive to change the default settings for each scheme appear in the fields below the scheme name. l Presentation - l ...Pick a category® Performance and Maintenance. 2. Define your computer may take a short time to select one of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before the hard drive. If you for starting standby mode, hibernate mode, turning off the monitor...
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... the PCI interface that establishes standards for digital cameras. programmed input/output - Pixels are often measured in close proximity to the PCMCIA standard. If no problems are Plug and Play compliant. The process by the BIOS, that equals 1 million cycles per second. See media bay. A measure of time that you frequently...
... the PCI interface that establishes standards for digital cameras. programmed input/output - Pixels are often measured in close proximity to the PCMCIA standard. If no problems are Plug and Play compliant. The process by the BIOS, that equals 1 million cycles per second. See media bay. A measure of time that you frequently...