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For more information about your computer. Models DCSM, DCNE, DCCY, and DCTR www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Setup and Quick Reference Guide This guide provides a features overview, specifications, and quick setup, software, and troubleshooting information for your operating system, devices, and technologies, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com.
For more information about your computer. Models DCSM, DCNE, DCCY, and DCTR www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Setup and Quick Reference Guide This guide provides a features overview, specifications, and quick setup, software, and troubleshooting information for your operating system, devices, and technologies, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com.
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... 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...
... 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...
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For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: The ultra small form factor computer natively supports a DVI-I connection only. Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you did not order them. 1 Connect the monitor using only one of the procedures in this ... • DisplayPort to DVI adapter • White DVI cable • Dual monitor Y-adapter cable NOTE: The desktop, mini-tower, and small form factor computers natively support either a VGA or a DisplayPort connection.
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: The ultra small form factor computer natively supports a DVI-I connection only. Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you did not order them. 1 Connect the monitor using only one of the procedures in this ... • DisplayPort to DVI adapter • White DVI cable • Dual monitor Y-adapter cable NOTE: The desktop, mini-tower, and small form factor computers natively support either a VGA or a DisplayPort connection.
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... select the method you chose for document #154781 (What Are The Different Methods To Transfer Files From My Old Computer To My New Dell™ Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System?). When all of the settings and files have been applied, the ...Finished and restart the new computer. Setting Up Your Computer 33 NOTE: For more information about this procedure, search support.dell.com for transferring your new computer. NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not be available in certain countries. To transfer data to the new computer: ...
... select the method you chose for document #154781 (What Are The Different Methods To Transfer Files From My Old Computer To My New Dell™ Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System?). When all of the settings and files have been applied, the ...Finished and restart the new computer. Setting Up Your Computer 33 NOTE: For more information about this procedure, search support.dell.com for transferring your new computer. NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not be available in certain countries. To transfer data to the new computer: ...
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... chip (NVRAM) Network adapter Intel Q43 Express chipset w/ICH10D eight 24 32 Mb integrated network interface capable of your computer, click Start→Help and Support and select the option to 1333 MHz Intel Pentium® Dual-Core; Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration...
... chip (NVRAM) Network adapter Intel Q43 Express chipset w/ICH10D eight 24 32 Mb integrated network interface capable of your computer, click Start→Help and Support and select the option to 1333 MHz Intel Pentium® Dual-Core; Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration...
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... memory (shared) at total system memory of greater than 512 MB PCI Express x16 slot can support either a PCI Express card or a DVI graphics card (for dual-monitor support) NOTE: The ultra small form factor computer supports integrated video only. ADI 1984A high definition audio PCI 2.3 PCI Express 2.0 SATA 1.0A and 2.0 eSATA USB...
... memory (shared) at total system memory of greater than 512 MB PCI Express x16 slot can support either a PCI Express card or a DVI graphics card (for dual-monitor support) NOTE: The ultra small form factor computer supports integrated video only. ADI 1984A high definition audio PCI 2.3 PCI Express 2.0 SATA 1.0A and 2.0 eSATA USB...
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... connector 164 pins 16 PCI Express lanes four connectors two connectors one connector 7-pin connector four connectors two connectors 240 pins one 10-pin connector (supports two USB ports) one 34-pin connector one 26-pin slim connector 40 Specifications
... connector 164 pins 16 PCI Express lanes four connectors two connectors one connector 7-pin connector four connectors two connectors 240 pins one 10-pin connector (supports two USB ports) one 34-pin connector one 26-pin slim connector 40 Specifications
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... information, see your Service Manual on support.dell.com. Using the Hardware Troubleshooter To start the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve hardware incompatibility: Windows Vista®: 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the ...steps. Windows® XP: 1 Click Start→Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to system messages, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 45 Troubleshooting CAUTION: Before you begin any ...
... information, see your Service Manual on support.dell.com. Using the Hardware Troubleshooter To start the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve hardware incompatibility: Windows Vista®: 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the ...steps. Windows® XP: 1 Click Start→Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to system messages, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 45 Troubleshooting CAUTION: Before you begin any ...
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... you begin any power strips being used are plugged into an electrical outlet and are securely connected to the system board. This message may help support personnel to diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in sleep mode. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - Power Problems ... protection devices to resume normal operation. 46 Troubleshooting Press a key on , see (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). IF T H E POWER LIGHT IS O F F - For additional safety best practices information, see your computer.
... you begin any power strips being used are plugged into an electrical outlet and are securely connected to the system board. This message may help support personnel to diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in sleep mode. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - Power Problems ... protection devices to resume normal operation. 46 Troubleshooting Press a key on , see (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). IF T H E POWER LIGHT IS O F F - For additional safety best practices information, see your computer.
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...; Too many devices connected to the same power strip • Multiple power strips connected to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G A M B E R - Troubleshooting 47 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). • Ensure that your computer. Some possible causes of the procedures in this section, read...
...; Too many devices connected to the same power strip • Multiple power strips connected to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G A M B E R - Troubleshooting 47 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). • Ensure that your computer. Some possible causes of the procedures in this section, read...
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... the memory you are using is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program is supported by your computer. For more information about the type of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on a ... Start →Control Panel→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). Lockups and Software Problems The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT...
... the memory you are using is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program is supported by your computer. For more information about the type of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on a ... Start →Control Panel→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). Lockups and Software Problems The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT...
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... meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Troubleshooting 49 If you are unable to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. Dell Technical Update Service • The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for at least 6 seconds ...computer turns off), and then restart your computer. A solid blue screen appears TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - To enroll for the Dell Technical Update service, go to get a response by pressing a key on the screen. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION ...
... meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Troubleshooting 49 If you are unable to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. Dell Technical Update Service • The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for at least 6 seconds ...computer turns off), and then restart your computer. A solid blue screen appears TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - To enroll for the Dell Technical Update service, go to get a response by pressing a key on the screen. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION ...
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...operating state that existed before you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 3...to step 2. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→My Computer→Properties→Hardware→Device Manager. 2 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. Returning to enter the Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties....
...operating state that existed before you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 3...to step 2. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→My Computer→Properties→Hardware→Device Manager. 2 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. Returning to enter the Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties....
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.../Express Service Code is located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support • Enter the Express Service Code to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for your computer The Drivers and Utilities... media is a CD or DVD that may have shipped with your NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates computer. can be found at support.dell.com. • Desktop System Software (DSS) • Readme files NOTE: Readme files may be available in certain countries. Finding Information ...
.../Express Service Code is located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support • Enter the Express Service Code to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for your computer The Drivers and Utilities... media is a CD or DVD that may have shipped with your NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates computer. can be found at support.dell.com. • Desktop System Software (DSS) • Readme files NOTE: Readme files may be available in certain countries. Finding Information ...
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... Manual • How to remove and replace parts The Service 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 product key 64 Finding Information Microsoft® Windows® License Label...
... Manual • How to remove and replace parts The Service 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 product key 64 Finding Information Microsoft® Windows® License Label...
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... information and procedures that you want to run Dell Diagnostics. 3 Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 70. 4 Use Dell's extensive suite of Dell Support online. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code...71. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all electrical outlets. Getting Help Obtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help...
... information and procedures that you want to run Dell Diagnostics. 3 Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 70. 4 Use Dell's extensive suite of Dell Support online. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code...71. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all electrical outlets. Getting Help Obtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help...
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... uses computer-based diagnostics to answer your questions about Dell products and services at the following websites and e-mail addresses: • Dell Support websites: support.dell.com support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) 66 Getting Help Online Services You can access Dell Support through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all locations outside...
... uses computer-based diagnostics to answer your questions about Dell products and services at the following websites and e-mail addresses: • Dell Support websites: support.dell.com support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) 66 Getting Help Online Services You can access Dell Support through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all locations outside...
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... page 71. For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 71. Have your invoice or packing slip available when you can go to support.dell.com, or you call AutoTech, use your e-mail address as user anonymous, and use your touch-tone telephone to select the subjects...
... page 71. For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 71. Have your invoice or packing slip available when you can go to support.dell.com, or you call AutoTech, use your e-mail address as user anonymous, and use your touch-tone telephone to select the subjects...
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... back or bottom of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that the computer documentation is available. CAUTION: Before you call Dell for your Service Tag (located on page 70). Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you begin any of your... computer). The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your computer. Ensure that shipped with your call from a telephone at the computer itself. You may be asked to fill...
... back or bottom of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that the computer documentation is available. CAUTION: Before you call Dell for your Service Tag (located on page 70). Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you begin any of your... computer). The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your computer. Ensure that shipped with your call from a telephone at the computer itself. You may be asked to fill...
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... of each file. Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. 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...
... of each file. Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. 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...