Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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...Y O U T R O U B L E S H O O T A C O M P U T E R P R O B L E M . A series of the error, beep codes, or diagnostics light patterns; Setup and Quick Reference Guide 17 and then contact Dell from Dell, write a detailed description of audible beeps emitted by your computer. Express Service Code Service Tag Number Your computer includes the following tools that can help from... to inform you that the Drivers and Utilities CD is about to identify the cause of the express service code and service tag numbers. Appear on the computer and allow it to boot to the Windows desktop. 2 ...
...Y O U T R O U B L E S H O O T A C O M P U T E R P R O B L E M . A series of the error, beep codes, or diagnostics light patterns; Setup and Quick Reference Guide 17 and then contact Dell from Dell, write a detailed description of audible beeps emitted by your computer. Express Service Code Service Tag Number Your computer includes the following tools that can help from... to inform you that the Drivers and Utilities CD is about to identify the cause of the express service code and service tag numbers. Appear on the computer and allow it to boot to the Windows desktop. 2 ...
User Guide
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...devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into any of light codes that can help you troubleshoot problems with your CD player are operating. See "Diagnostic Lights" for a description of the USB connectors. The computer is on when the computer ...® Windows® shutdown. 5 power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different states: No light - The light might also be on the computer. Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Front View Back View ...
...devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into any of light codes that can help you troubleshoot problems with your CD player are operating. See "Diagnostic Lights" for a description of the USB connectors. The computer is on when the computer ...® Windows® shutdown. 5 power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different states: No light - The light might also be on the computer. Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Front View Back View ...
User Guide
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... computer microphone for our customers' networks. On computers with a sound card, the line-in connector (available on the diagnostic code. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights." 12 video Plug the cable from the system board. Yellow - On computers with integrated sound) to help you do not...the other end of the UTP cable into the network adapter connector until the cable snaps securely into place. 6 network activity light Dell recommends the use of Category 5 wiring and connectors for voice or musical input into any of the connectors USB connectors. 11 ...
... computer microphone for our customers' networks. On computers with a sound card, the line-in connector (available on the diagnostic code. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights." 12 video Plug the cable from the system board. Yellow - On computers with integrated sound) to help you do not...the other end of the UTP cable into the network adapter connector until the cable snaps securely into place. 6 network activity light Dell recommends the use of Category 5 wiring and connectors for voice or musical input into any of the connectors USB connectors. 11 ...
User Guide
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...selector do not have a voltage selection switch on all computers) The connectors for a description of the USB connectors. To help you access the Dell | Support website or call technical support. Attach headphones. Use the stand to the 115-V position even though the AC power available in your ...door is equipped with your location. Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into any of light codes that most closely matches the AC power available in Japan is used to use the front-panel connectors. The slot for the voltage that...
...selector do not have a voltage selection switch on all computers) The connectors for a description of the USB connectors. To help you access the Dell | Support website or call technical support. Attach headphones. Use the stand to the 115-V position even though the AC power available in your ...door is equipped with your location. Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into any of light codes that most closely matches the AC power available in Japan is used to use the front-panel connectors. The slot for the voltage that...
User Guide
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...ensure that connector. Inside Your Computer CAUTION: Before you can connect a second device to that you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code. NOTICE: Be careful when opening the cover. CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, always unplug your computer from your VGA-compatible monitor into the... blue connector. Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port. 11 diagnostic lights 12 video connector 13 serial connector Use the lights to help you do not accidently disconnect cables from the system board.
...ensure that connector. Inside Your Computer CAUTION: Before you can connect a second device to that you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code. NOTICE: Be careful when opening the cover. CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, always unplug your computer from your VGA-compatible monitor into the... blue connector. Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port. 11 diagnostic lights 12 video connector 13 serial connector Use the lights to help you do not accidently disconnect cables from the system board.
User Guide
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...the Windows operating Windows® license system. Computers with your computer when you reinstall Windows. You need this information if you access the Dell | Support website or call technical support. 8 USB connectors 9 headphone connector Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, ... a power-saving state, press the power button or click or move the mouse. 6 front-panel door See "Diagnostic Lights" for your copy of light codes that can automatically detect the correct operating voltage. Blinking green - Your computer is removable; Open the door to identify your...
...the Windows operating Windows® license system. Computers with your computer when you reinstall Windows. You need this information if you access the Dell | Support website or call technical support. 8 USB connectors 9 headphone connector Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, ... a power-saving state, press the power button or click or move the mouse. 6 front-panel door See "Diagnostic Lights" for your copy of light codes that can automatically detect the correct operating voltage. Blinking green - Your computer is removable; Open the door to identify your...
User Guide
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... on computers with integrated sound) to attach a record/playback connector device such as a handheld device, to the serial port. For more lights information, see "System Setup Options." NOTICE: Be careful when opening the cover. On computers with a sound card, the microphone connector is on... the diagnostic code. Small Mini-Tower Computer On computers with a sound card, the line-out connector is on the card. 8 line-out Use the ...
... on computers with integrated sound) to attach a record/playback connector device such as a handheld device, to the serial port. For more lights information, see "System Setup Options." NOTICE: Be careful when opening the cover. On computers with a sound card, the microphone connector is on... the diagnostic code. Small Mini-Tower Computer On computers with a sound card, the line-out connector is on the card. 8 line-out Use the ...
User Guide
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... by a a burst of three beeps, and then one beep, followed by the manufacturer. Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Battery Problems Beep Codes Card Problems Diagnostic Lights Drive Problems Dropped or Damaged Computer E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages General Problems Keyboard Problems Memory Problems Mouse...
... by a a burst of three beeps, and then one beep, followed by the manufacturer. Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Battery Problems Beep Codes Card Problems Diagnostic Lights Drive Problems Dropped or Damaged Computer E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages General Problems Keyboard Problems Memory Problems Mouse...
User Guide
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... section, follow the "CAUTION: Safety Instructions." Diagnostic Lights To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer is equipped with four lights on . 4. Back Panel Diagnostic Light Codes Light pattern off off off off Problem Description Suggested Resolution ...Normal off the computer and devices, disconnect them on the back panel labeled "A," "B," "C," and "D". Move each expansion card individually, and restart the computer to retest. 4. Run the Dell...
... section, follow the "CAUTION: Safety Instructions." Diagnostic Lights To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer is equipped with four lights on . 4. Back Panel Diagnostic Light Codes Light pattern off off off off Problem Description Suggested Resolution ...Normal off the computer and devices, disconnect them on the back panel labeled "A," "B," "C," and "D". Move each expansion card individually, and restart the computer to retest. 4. Run the Dell...
User Guide
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...- If the RAM count displayed does not correctly match the actual amount of the tests fail, contact Dell. Ensure that came with another device, such as you are not green, contact Dell (see "Back Panel Diagnostic Light Codes") are using a video extension cable and removing the cable solves the problem, the cable is at...
...- If the RAM count displayed does not correctly match the actual amount of the tests fail, contact Dell. Ensure that came with another device, such as you are not green, contact Dell (see "Back Panel Diagnostic Light Codes") are using a video extension cable and removing the cable solves the problem, the cable is at...
User Guide
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...off your computer. If you turn off your computer. Also, you can lose data if you call Dell for troubleshooting problems. S ScanDisk - Shutdown - Prevents voltage spikes, such as infrared and light. redundant array of files. It is not affected. read -only status if: It resides on ... windows and programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your computer when you access Dell | Support at typical radio frequencies, in ROM. random-access memory - Readme file - A bar code label on the system board that can be used programs, files, folders, and drives. ...
...off your computer. If you turn off your computer. Also, you can lose data if you call Dell for troubleshooting problems. S ScanDisk - Shutdown - Prevents voltage spikes, such as infrared and light. redundant array of files. It is not affected. read -only status if: It resides on ... windows and programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your computer when you access Dell | Support at typical radio frequencies, in ROM. random-access memory - Readme file - A bar code label on the system board that can be used programs, files, folders, and drives. ...
Troubleshooting Guide
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... identify a problem: for example, one beep, followed by the manufacturer. CAUTION: Before you have to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Battery Problems Beep Codes Card Problems Diagnostic Lights Drive Problems Dropped or Damaged Computer E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages General Problems Keyboard Problems Memory Problems Mouse...
... identify a problem: for example, one beep, followed by the manufacturer. CAUTION: Before you have to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Battery Problems Beep Codes Card Problems Diagnostic Lights Drive Problems Dropped or Damaged Computer E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages General Problems Keyboard Problems Memory Problems Mouse...
Troubleshooting Guide
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...electrical outlets, wait 10 to be yellow or green. After the computer starts, the lights remain green. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in the computer. 3. Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex GX260 Systems User's Guide Test the video card 1. Turn off the computer and devices,... Run the Dell Diagnostics. Test the cards 1. Diagnostic Lights To help you have reinstalled all cards. These lights can be replaced. 5. If the computer malfunctions, the color and sequence of 30) [10/25/2007 1:44:24 PM] Back Panel Diagnostic Light Codes http://support.dell.com/support/...
...electrical outlets, wait 10 to be yellow or green. After the computer starts, the lights remain green. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in the computer. 3. Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex GX260 Systems User's Guide Test the video card 1. Turn off the computer and devices,... Run the Dell Diagnostics. Test the cards 1. Diagnostic Lights To help you have reinstalled all cards. These lights can be replaced. 5. If the computer malfunctions, the color and sequence of 30) [10/25/2007 1:44:24 PM] Back Panel Diagnostic Light Codes http://support.dell.com/support/...
Troubleshooting Guide
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... Swap the computer and monitor power cables to read Check the monitor settings- If you are not green, contact Dell (see "Back Panel Diagnostic Light Codes") are using a video extension cable and removing the cable solves the problem, the cable is working by testing ... interference. Try different settings for Screen resolution and Color quality. Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex GX260 Systems User's Guide Test the electrical outlet- If all four lights (see "Getting Help"). Run the Dell Diagnostics- Move the subwoofer away from external power sources- Turn off nearby devices...
... Swap the computer and monitor power cables to read Check the monitor settings- If you are not green, contact Dell (see "Back Panel Diagnostic Light Codes") are using a video extension cable and removing the cable solves the problem, the cable is working by testing ... interference. Try different settings for Screen resolution and Color quality. Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex GX260 Systems User's Guide Test the electrical outlet- If all four lights (see "Getting Help"). Run the Dell Diagnostics- Move the subwoofer away from external power sources- Turn off nearby devices...