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...document is subject to either potential damage to hardware or loss of your computer. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2000-2003 Dell Computer Corporation. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and ..., and Celeron are trademarks of Intel Corporation; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, OptiPlex, and the DELL logo are registered trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. A09 Notes,...
...document is subject to either potential damage to hardware or loss of your computer. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2000-2003 Dell Computer Corporation. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and ..., and Celeron are trademarks of Intel Corporation; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, OptiPlex, and the DELL logo are registered trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. A09 Notes,...
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Contents About This Guide 5 Finding Information for Your Computer 5 CAUTION: Safety Instructions 8 When Using Your Computer 10 Getting Started/Setup 12 Completed Setup 16 Solving Problems 16 Dell Diagnostics 18 Regulatory Information 20 Limited Warranties and Return Policy 23 Contents 3
Contents About This Guide 5 Finding Information for Your Computer 5 CAUTION: Safety Instructions 8 When Using Your Computer 10 Getting Started/Setup 12 Completed Setup 16 Solving Problems 16 Dell Diagnostics 18 Regulatory Information 20 Limited Warranties and Return Policy 23 Contents 3
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... material for experienced users or technicians. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 5 Regulatory model numbers appear throughout this document; Readme files may be included on your Dell™ OptiPlex™ computer. About This Guide This document contains getting started/setup, solving problems, and safety, regulatory, and warranty information about technical changes to reinstall...
... material for experienced users or technicians. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 5 Regulatory model numbers appear throughout this document; Readme files may be included on your Dell™ OptiPlex™ computer. About This Guide This document contains getting started/setup, solving problems, and safety, regulatory, and warranty information about technical changes to reinstall...
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... Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click User's and system guides and click User's guides. www.dell.com | support.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • Express Service Code and Service Tag • Microsoft® Windows® License Label Find it Here Express...
... Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click User's and system guides and click User's guides. www.dell.com | support.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • Express Service Code and Service Tag • Microsoft® Windows® License Label Find it Here Express...
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...Setup and Quick Reference Guide 7 This website may not be available in all regions. Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Dell Premier Support Website - Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a ...• Documentation for devices (such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses • Community Forum - Drivers, patches, and ...
...Setup and Quick Reference Guide 7 This website may not be available in all regions. Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Dell Premier Support Website - Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a ...• Documentation for devices (such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses • Community Forum - Drivers, patches, and ...
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... a minimum wire size of 26 American wire gauge (AWG) and an FCCcompliant RJ-11 modular plug. • Before you are equipped with water. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help prevent electric shock, plug the...
... a minimum wire size of 26 American wire gauge (AWG) and an FCCcompliant RJ-11 modular plug. • Before you are equipped with water. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help prevent electric shock, plug the...
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Also, do not place your computer in a closed-in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). • Ensure that nothing rests on your computer's cables and that the cables are not located where they can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components. • Keep your computer; Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer away from radiators and heat sources. Doing so can be stepped on or tripped over. • Do not push any objects into the openings of your computer. If the computer gets wet, ...
Also, do not place your computer in a closed-in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). • Ensure that nothing rests on your computer's cables and that the cables are not located where they can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components. • Keep your computer; Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer away from radiators and heat sources. Doing so can be stepped on or tripped over. • Do not push any objects into the openings of your computer. If the computer gets wet, ...
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...-panel inserts, and so on the outside of the following safe-handling guidelines. NOTICE: To help prevent electric shock or system board damage. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer As you use your location. • Before working inside the computer, unplug the computer to operate at only one...
...-panel inserts, and so on the outside of the following safe-handling guidelines. NOTICE: To help prevent electric shock or system board damage. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer As you use your location. • Before working inside the computer, unplug the computer to operate at only one...
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...back of the computer, before disconnecting the cable. Replace the battery only with locking tabs; Setup and Quick Reference Guide 11 if you by Dell. In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate: • When you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in ... a danger of the battery along with care. CAUTION: Do not attempt to service the computer yourself, except as explained in your online Dell documentation or in the sequence indicated. Doing so reduces the potential for the address of cable, press in on the locking tabs before touching...
...back of the computer, before disconnecting the cable. Replace the battery only with locking tabs; Setup and Quick Reference Guide 11 if you by Dell. In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate: • When you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in ... a danger of the battery along with care. CAUTION: Do not attempt to service the computer yourself, except as explained in your online Dell documentation or in the sequence indicated. Doing so reduces the potential for the address of cable, press in on the locking tabs before touching...
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... an optional modem, connect the phone line to the connector on the cable connectors. If your monitor and card have DVI connectors, Dell recommends that you have a Universal Serial Bus (USB)-compliant mouse or keyboard, use DVI instead of VGA. See the documentation that follow... the modem. Align and gently insert the monitor cable to the network adapter. Tighten the thumbscrews on the computer back panel. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Getting Started/Setup CAUTION: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, follow the instructions. 1 Connect the keyboard and...
... an optional modem, connect the phone line to the connector on the cable connectors. If your monitor and card have DVI connectors, Dell recommends that you have a Universal Serial Bus (USB)-compliant mouse or keyboard, use DVI instead of VGA. See the documentation that follow... the modem. Align and gently insert the monitor cable to the network adapter. Tighten the thumbscrews on the computer back panel. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Getting Started/Setup CAUTION: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, follow the instructions. 1 Connect the keyboard and...
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Your computer is equipped with one voltage (see the regulatory label on the outside of the following setup illustrations. For Japan, the voltage selection switch must be set correctly for its operating voltage). • An auto-sensing voltage circuit - NOTE: Your system may very slightly from the following : • A fixed-voltage power supply - Also, ensure that your monitor and attached devices are electrically rated to operate with an auto-sensing voltage circuit do not have a voltage selection switch on the back panel and automatically detect the correct operating voltage. ...
Your computer is equipped with one voltage (see the regulatory label on the outside of the following setup illustrations. For Japan, the voltage selection switch must be set correctly for its operating voltage). • An auto-sensing voltage circuit - NOTE: Your system may very slightly from the following : • A fixed-voltage power supply - Also, ensure that your monitor and attached devices are electrically rated to operate with an auto-sensing voltage circuit do not have a voltage selection switch on the back panel and automatically detect the correct operating voltage. ...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com ABCD Desktop Setup - Use the expansion card connector as shown in the illustration. 14 Setup and Quick Reference Guide With Expansion Cards LINE OUT monitor keyboard mouse speakers network USB monitor flat-panel monitor speakers network ABCD NOTE: If your system has two video connectors, the integrated video connector is disabled and has a protective cap on it. Without Expansion Cards Desktop Setup -
www.dell.com | support.dell.com ABCD Desktop Setup - Use the expansion card connector as shown in the illustration. 14 Setup and Quick Reference Guide With Expansion Cards LINE OUT monitor keyboard mouse speakers network USB monitor flat-panel monitor speakers network ABCD NOTE: If your system has two video connectors, the integrated video connector is disabled and has a protective cap on it. Without Expansion Cards Desktop Setup -
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Use the expansion card connector as shown in the illustration. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 15 Mini-Tower Setup - Without Expansion Cards ABCD monitor keyboard mouse speakers network USB Mini-Tower Setup - With Expansion Card ABCD monitor LINE OUT flat-panel monitor speakers network NOTE: If your system has two video connectors, the integrated video connector is disabled and has a protective cap on it.
Use the expansion card connector as shown in the illustration. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 15 Mini-Tower Setup - Without Expansion Cards ABCD monitor keyboard mouse speakers network USB Mini-Tower Setup - With Expansion Card ABCD monitor LINE OUT flat-panel monitor speakers network NOTE: If your system has two video connectors, the integrated video connector is disabled and has a protective cap on it.
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...does not perform as expected. For the latest troubleshooting information available for your online User's Guide. 16 Setup and Quick Reference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Completed Setup power ABCD ABCD XXX-XXXXX Windows OS Professional OEM Nave Here XXXXXXXXXX XXXXX-XXX-XXX Product Key: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX... Product Key XXX-XXXXX Windows OS Professional OEM Nave Here XXXXXXXXXX XXXXX-XXX-XXX Product Key: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX Solving Problems Dell provides a number of Dell troubleshooting tools in the section titled "Getting Help" in your system, see the...
...does not perform as expected. For the latest troubleshooting information available for your online User's Guide. 16 Setup and Quick Reference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Completed Setup power ABCD ABCD XXX-XXXXX Windows OS Professional OEM Nave Here XXXXXXXXXX XXXXX-XXX-XXX Product Key: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX... Product Key XXX-XXXXX Windows OS Professional OEM Nave Here XXXXXXXXXX XXXXX-XXX-XXX Product Key: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX Solving Problems Dell provides a number of Dell troubleshooting tools in the section titled "Getting Help" in your system, see the...
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... E M LI G HT S - A series of computer problems. For more information, see "Starting the Dell Diagnostics" on your Express Service Code and Service Tag Number below; The Dell Diagnostics tests various components in your computer and helps to begin installation. If you solve a problem: D E...record your monitor screen B EE P C OD E S - S E E Y O U R User's Guide F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I GH T S - and then contact Dell from Dell, write a detailed description of the express service code and service tag numbers. Located on the front of the computer SY S T E M ME S S AG E S -
... E M LI G HT S - A series of computer problems. For more information, see "Starting the Dell Diagnostics" on your Express Service Code and Service Tag Number below; The Dell Diagnostics tests various components in your computer and helps to begin installation. If you solve a problem: D E...record your monitor screen B EE P C OD E S - S E E Y O U R User's Guide F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I GH T S - and then contact Dell from Dell, write a detailed description of the express service code and service tag numbers. Located on the front of the computer SY S T E M ME S S AG E S -
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...your computer's hardware and operating system, and then a list of device drivers for your hard drive fails, run the Dell Diagnostics before you do contact Dell, the test results can provide important information for technical assistance. NOTICE: If your computer: 1 Click My Drivers in... system setup and is displayed on page 20). To complete the installation, respond to continue. If you contact Dell for Dell's service and support personnel. Starting the Dell Diagnostics Enter system setup as explained in the User's Guide, review your computer, perform the checks in "Solving ...
...your computer's hardware and operating system, and then a list of device drivers for your hard drive fails, run the Dell Diagnostics before you do contact Dell, the test results can provide important information for technical assistance. NOTICE: If your computer: 1 Click My Drivers in... system setup and is displayed on page 20). To complete the installation, respond to continue. If you contact Dell for Dell's service and support personnel. Starting the Dell Diagnostics Enter system setup as explained in the User's Guide, review your computer, perform the checks in "Solving ...
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... your computer through the Start menu and try again. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press . 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you see the Windows desktop. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 19 If you wait too long and the... the CD boot menu. 5 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD). When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Then shut down your computer through the Start menu and try again. NOTE: If you see the Windows desktop. On ...
... your computer through the Start menu and try again. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press . 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you see the Windows desktop. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 19 If you wait too long and the... the CD boot menu. 5 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD). When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Then shut down your computer through the Start menu and try again. NOTE: If you see the Windows desktop. On ...
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... When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for their intended electromagnetic environment. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell could void the user's authority to determine the environments in free space or conducted along power or signal leads, that tests the... hard drive to troubleshoot or confirm a hard drive failure. 1 Turn on the screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. Regulatory Information Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is reported, see "Hard Drive Problems" ...
... When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for their intended electromagnetic environment. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell could void the user's authority to determine the environments in free space or conducted along power or signal leads, that tests the... hard drive to troubleshoot or confirm a hard drive failure. 1 Turn on the screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. Regulatory Information Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is reported, see "Hard Drive Problems" ...
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... instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. These limits are designed to part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is connected • Consult Dell or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation.
... instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. These limits are designed to part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is connected • Consult Dell or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation.
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations: • Model number: DHS, DHP, and DHM • Company name: Dell Computer Corporation One Dell Way Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA 512-338-4400 NOTE: Additional regulatory information regarding your system can be found in your User's Guide. 22 Setup and Quick Reference Guide
www.dell.com | support.dell.com The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations: • Model number: DHS, DHP, and DHM • Company name: Dell Computer Corporation One Dell Way Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA 512-338-4400 NOTE: Additional regulatory information regarding your system can be found in your User's Guide. 22 Setup and Quick Reference Guide