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... other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other countries; Reverse engineering or disassembly is used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, and DellConnect are not applicable. Information in this document is subject to either the entities claiming the marks and names or... information that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. Intel and Atom are either potential damage to avoid the problem. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows Vista start button are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.
... other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other countries; Reverse engineering or disassembly is used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, and DellConnect are not applicable. Information in this document is subject to either the entities claiming the marks and names or... information that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. Intel and Atom are either potential damage to avoid the problem. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows Vista start button are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.
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Contents 1 About Your Computer 5 Front View 5 Back View 6 2 Setting Up Your Computer 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Quick Setup 7 3 Specifications 11 4 Troubleshooting Tips 17 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 17 Tips 17 Power Problems 17 Memory Problems 18 Lockups and Software Problems 19 Dell Technical Update Service 20 Dell Support Utility 20 Dell Diagnostics 21 Contents 3
Contents 1 About Your Computer 5 Front View 5 Back View 6 2 Setting Up Your Computer 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Quick Setup 7 3 Specifications 11 4 Troubleshooting Tips 17 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 17 Tips 17 Power Problems 17 Memory Problems 18 Lockups and Software Problems 19 Dell Technical Update Service 20 Dell Support Utility 20 Dell Diagnostics 21 Contents 3
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... 7 Getting Help 31 Obtaining Assistance 31 Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . . 32 DellConnect 32 Online Services 32 AutoTech Service 33 Automated Order-Status Service 33 Problems With Your Order 33 Product Information 34 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 34 Before You Call 35 Contacting...
... 7 Getting Help 31 Obtaining Assistance 31 Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . . 32 DellConnect 32 Online Services 32 AutoTech Service 33 Automated Order-Status Service 33 Problems With Your Order 33 Product Information 34 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 34 Before You Call 35 Contacting...
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A solid blue light indicates network connectivity. amber light - This could be a system board or a power supply problem (see "Power Problems" on . A solid blue light indicates the wireless network is powered on page 17). Blinking blue in sleep state; A solid amber light when the computer does ...
A solid blue light indicates network connectivity. amber light - This could be a system board or a power supply problem (see "Power Problems" on . A solid blue light indicates the wireless network is powered on page 17). Blinking blue in sleep state; A solid amber light when the computer does ...
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...in a program, see the program documentation. Tips • If a device does not work, ensure that best describes your problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. See your Service Manual for beep codes that shipped with your computer, read the safety ...: For detailed troubleshooting information, including responding to system messages, see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see your computer from the electrical outlet before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is properly...
...in a program, see the program documentation. Tips • If a device does not work, ensure that best describes your problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. See your Service Manual for beep codes that shipped with your computer, read the safety ...: For detailed troubleshooting information, including responding to system messages, see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see your computer from the electrical outlet before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is properly...
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...Too many devices connected to the same power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Memory Problems CAUTION: Before working by testing it with your computer. If necessary, install additional memory. 18 Troubleshooting Tips The computer... is connected and powered on support.dell.com. There is working inside your Service Manual on , see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. ELIMINATE I N T E R F E R E N C E - Press a key on . • Ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory...
...Too many devices connected to the same power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Memory Problems CAUTION: Before working by testing it with your computer. If necessary, install additional memory. 18 Troubleshooting Tips The computer... is connected and powered on support.dell.com. There is working inside your Service Manual on , see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. ELIMINATE I N T E R F E R E N C E - Press a key on . • Ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory...
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... click the Applications tab. 2 Click to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 21). C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N - If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules to select the program that your computer.
... click the Applications tab. 2 Click to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 21). C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N - If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules to select the program that your computer.
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... and hold the power button for at least 6 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions...this version of software and hardware updates for your computer. A solid blue screen appears TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is installed and configured...
... and hold the power button for at least 6 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions...this version of software and hardware updates for your computer. A solid blue screen appears TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is installed and configured...
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Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for your computer: a Right-click My Computer on page 26) to return your computer to reinstall the driver or install a new ... device icon. Windows XP Embedded 1 Locate the list of devices for your computer might not work correctly. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use System Restore (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer, click Continue; c Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. 24 Reinstalling Software...
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for your computer: a Right-click My Computer on page 26) to return your computer to reinstall the driver or install a new ... device icon. Windows XP Embedded 1 Locate the list of devices for your computer might not work correctly. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use System Restore (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer, click Continue; c Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. 24 Reinstalling Software...
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...). 4 Double-click the name of the driver→OK→Next. 8 Click Finish and restart your computer. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use System Restore (see "Restoring Your Operating System" on the desktop.
...). 4 Double-click the name of the driver→OK→Next. 8 Click Finish and restart your computer. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use System Restore (see "Restoring Your Operating System" on the desktop.
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... Service Code icon, and follow the directions. NOTE: Call Dell Support from all countries. Getting Help 31 NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all electrical outlets. If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to ...computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. If you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Technical Support and Customer Service" on page 32 for a more ...
... Service Code icon, and follow the directions. NOTE: Call Dell Support from all countries. Getting Help 31 NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all electrical outlets. If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to ...computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. If you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Technical Support and Customer Service" on page 32 for a more ...
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... (Japan only) www.euro.dell.com (Europe only) www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) www.dell.ca (Canada only) You can learn about Dell hardware. NOTE: Some of the following services are not always available in all under your supervision. Call your local Dell representative for your problem and repair it all locations...
... (Japan only) www.euro.dell.com (Europe only) www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) www.dell.ca (Canada only) You can learn about Dell hardware. NOTE: Some of the following services are not always available in all under your supervision. Call your local Dell representative for your problem and repair it all locations...
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... 37. Have your e-mail address as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for your questions. For the telephone number to support.dell.com, or you have a problem with your order, such as your password AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech-provides recorded answers to locate and report on page 37...
... 37. Have your e-mail address as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for your questions. For the telephone number to support.dell.com, or you have a problem with your order, such as your password AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech-provides recorded answers to locate and report on page 37...
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...: 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: 36 Getting Help If the computer is connected to a ...printer, print each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to determine the contents of the system's start-up files.
...: 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: 36 Getting Help If the computer is connected to a ...printer, print each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to determine the contents of the system's start-up files.
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...information, 29 reinstalling drivers and utilities, 24 software, 23 S safety information, 29 Service Manual, 29 Service Tag, 29 setup computer, 7 software problems, 20 reinstalling, 23 software (continued) troubleshooting, 19-20 updates, 20 specifications all, 11 audio, 12 connectors, 12 controls and lights, 13 ...drives, 12 environmental, 15 memory, 11 physical, 14 power, 14 processor, 11 system information, 11 video, 12 support, 31 contacting Dell, 37 DellConnect, 32 online services, 32 regional, 32 technical support and customer service, 32 support information, 29 System Restore, 26 T Terms...
...information, 29 reinstalling drivers and utilities, 24 software, 23 S safety information, 29 Service Manual, 29 Service Tag, 29 setup computer, 7 software problems, 20 reinstalling, 23 software (continued) troubleshooting, 19-20 updates, 20 specifications all, 11 audio, 12 connectors, 12 controls and lights, 13 ...drives, 12 environmental, 15 memory, 11 physical, 14 power, 14 processor, 11 system information, 11 video, 12 support, 31 contacting Dell, 37 DellConnect, 32 online services, 32 regional, 32 technical support and customer service, 32 support information, 29 System Restore, 26 T Terms...
Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160 Re-Imaging Guide
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...rights reserved. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and OptiPlex are trademarks of your computer. Model DC01T August 2008 P/N H310K Rev. Dell Inc. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any proprietary interest in this document is strictly ... and tells you make better use of Dell Inc.; disclaims any references in trademarks and trade names other countries. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Reproduction of these materials in any manner...
...rights reserved. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and OptiPlex are trademarks of your computer. Model DC01T August 2008 P/N H310K Rev. Dell Inc. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any proprietary interest in this document is strictly ... and tells you make better use of Dell Inc.; disclaims any references in trademarks and trade names other countries. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Reproduction of these materials in any manner...
