Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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NOTE: Connection of a DisplayPort monitor or adapter will result in the x16 PCI-Express slot being disabled. Remove the PCI-Express card. This is not a graphics card. 3 Connect the monitor using a VGA cable. 4 Connect a USB device, such as a keyboard or mouse. 18 Setting Up Your Computer Alternatively you may use the VGA port to connect a display device if the PCI-Express card is not a valid configuration.
NOTE: Connection of a DisplayPort monitor or adapter will result in the x16 PCI-Express slot being disabled. Remove the PCI-Express card. This is not a graphics card. 3 Connect the monitor using a VGA cable. 4 Connect a USB device, such as a keyboard or mouse. 18 Setting Up Your Computer Alternatively you may use the VGA port to connect a display device if the PCI-Express card is not a valid configuration.
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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...PCI 2.3 PCI Express 1.0A and 2.0 SATA 1.0 and 2.0 USB 2.0 30 Specifications Support for discrete full-height video cards is available on Mini Tower and Desktop via PCIe x16 graphics card slot. Memory (continued) Memory capacities 667 MHz 800 MHz Minimum memory Maximum memory Video Type: Integrated Discrete Audio Type... configurations. 1 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB 512 MB for 667 MHz, 1 GB for 800 MHz 8 GB Intel® Q45 Graphics Controller up to 1759 MB video memory (shared) ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD3450 256M ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD3470 256M NOTE: Support for half-height...
...PCI 2.3 PCI Express 1.0A and 2.0 SATA 1.0 and 2.0 USB 2.0 30 Specifications Support for discrete full-height video cards is available on Mini Tower and Desktop via PCIe x16 graphics card slot. Memory (continued) Memory capacities 667 MHz 800 MHz Minimum memory Maximum memory Video Type: Integrated Discrete Audio Type... configurations. 1 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB 512 MB for 667 MHz, 1 GB for 800 MHz 8 GB Intel® Q45 Graphics Controller up to 1759 MB video memory (shared) ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD3450 256M ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD3470 256M NOTE: Support for half-height...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... a time) until you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install working graphics card into your computer (see your computer). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 66). Light Pattern Steady Blue Steady Blue Steady Blue Steady Blue Steady Blue Problem Description A possible...
... a time) until you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install working graphics card into your computer (see your computer). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 66). Light Pattern Steady Blue Steady Blue Steady Blue Steady Blue Steady Blue Problem Description A possible...
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... Steady Blue Steady Blue Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing an expansion card (not a graphics card) and restarting the computer (see the "Cards" section for your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 66). 46 Troubleshooting Tips If the computer starts...
... Steady Blue Steady Blue Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing an expansion card (not a graphics card) and restarting the computer (see the "Cards" section for your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 66). 46 Troubleshooting Tips If the computer starts...
Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet
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... bay Mini Tower - Support for floppy drive or 19-in-1 media card reader Small Form Factor - one 3.5-inch external bay for half-height video cards is available on Mini Tower and Desktop via PCIe x16 graphics card slot. two external 5.25-inch bays Desktop - one 3.5-inch external ...174;: up to support.dell.com. one external 5.25-inch bay Small Form Factor - Drives Externally accessible: CD/DVD Drive: Mini Tower - one 3.5-inch external bay for your computer. 6 Press the power buttons on Desktop and Small Form Factor via PCIe x16 graphics card slot. For a complete ...
... bay Mini Tower - Support for floppy drive or 19-in-1 media card reader Small Form Factor - one 3.5-inch external bay for half-height video cards is available on Mini Tower and Desktop via PCIe x16 graphics card slot. two external 5.25-inch bays Desktop - one 3.5-inch external ...174;: up to support.dell.com. one external 5.25-inch bay Small Form Factor - Drives Externally accessible: CD/DVD Drive: Mini Tower - one 3.5-inch external bay for your computer. 6 Press the power buttons on Desktop and Small Form Factor via PCIe x16 graphics card slot. For a complete ...
Technology Guide
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... x16 Slot: number of 1 1 1 PCIe x1 Slot: number of system memory may be allocated to support integrated graphics, depending on operating system, system memory size and other factors. SFF supports low profile card. DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE SYSTEM BOARD CONNECTORS NOTE: See Detailed Engineering Specifications for port/connector locations USB 2.0 (includes two...
... x16 Slot: number of 1 1 1 PCIe x1 Slot: number of system memory may be allocated to support integrated graphics, depending on operating system, system memory size and other factors. SFF supports low profile card. DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE SYSTEM BOARD CONNECTORS NOTE: See Detailed Engineering Specifications for port/connector locations USB 2.0 (includes two...
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DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE GRAPHICS/VIDEO CONTROLLER NOTE: MT supports full height card, DT supports low profile card or full height card with 4GB system memory 9.63 W Overlay Planes Yes Maximum Color Depth 32 bit Maximum Vertical Refresh Rate 85 Hz Multiple Display Support Yes Operating Systems Graphics/ Video API Support Supported Resolutions and Max Refresh...
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE GRAPHICS/VIDEO CONTROLLER NOTE: MT supports full height card, DT supports low profile card or full height card with 4GB system memory 9.63 W Overlay Planes Yes Maximum Color Depth 32 bit Maximum Vertical Refresh Rate 85 Hz Multiple Display Support Yes Operating Systems Graphics/ Video API Support Supported Resolutions and Max Refresh...
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DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE GRAPHICS/VIDEO CONTROLLER (CONT.) 256MB AMD RADEON™ HD 3450 GRAPHICS DUAL DVI OR VGA Bus Type (example integrated or PCIe x16) GPU core clock Frame Buffer Memory (onboard and shared)...API Support Supported Resolutions and Max Refresh Rates (Hz) (Note: Analog and/or digital) External connectors Dimensions of full height card inches/centimeters (L x H) Dimensions of low profile card inches/centimeters (L x H) Environmental Operating Conditions (Non-Condensing): Operating Temperature Range Relative Humidity Range Altitude Range MT DT SFF ...
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE GRAPHICS/VIDEO CONTROLLER (CONT.) 256MB AMD RADEON™ HD 3450 GRAPHICS DUAL DVI OR VGA Bus Type (example integrated or PCIe x16) GPU core clock Frame Buffer Memory (onboard and shared)...API Support Supported Resolutions and Max Refresh Rates (Hz) (Note: Analog and/or digital) External connectors Dimensions of full height card inches/centimeters (L x H) Dimensions of low profile card inches/centimeters (L x H) Environmental Operating Conditions (Non-Condensing): Operating Temperature Range Relative Humidity Range Altitude Range MT DT SFF ...
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DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE GRAPHICS/VIDEO CONTROLLER (CONT.) 256MB NVIDIA GEFORCE 9300 GE (CONT.) Environmental Operating Conditions (Non-Condensing): Operating Temperature Range Relative Humidity Range ... API Support Supported Resolutions and Max Refresh Rates (Hz) (Note: Analog and/or digital) External connectors Dimensions of full height card inches/centimeters (L x H) Dimensions of low profile card inches/centimeters (L x H) Environmental Operating Conditions (Non-Condensing): Operating Temperature Range Relative Humidity Range Altitude Range MT DT SFF PCIEx16...
DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ 960 TECHNICAL GUIDE GRAPHICS/VIDEO CONTROLLER (CONT.) 256MB NVIDIA GEFORCE 9300 GE (CONT.) Environmental Operating Conditions (Non-Condensing): Operating Temperature Range Relative Humidity Range ... API Support Supported Resolutions and Max Refresh Rates (Hz) (Note: Analog and/or digital) External connectors Dimensions of full height card inches/centimeters (L x H) Dimensions of low profile card inches/centimeters (L x H) Environmental Operating Conditions (Non-Condensing): Operating Temperature Range Relative Humidity Range Altitude Range MT DT SFF PCIEx16...