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its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in place; Inside View 1 2 7 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 5 4 power supply hard drive bay memory shroud NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory riser cards in order to secure the risers and to avoid damage. front fan card fan 5.25-inch drive bay with 3.5-inch drive panel plate 5.25-inch drive bay Quick Reference Guide 21
its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in place; Inside View 1 2 7 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 5 4 power supply hard drive bay memory shroud NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory riser cards in order to secure the risers and to avoid damage. front fan card fan 5.25-inch drive bay with 3.5-inch drive panel plate 5.25-inch drive bay Quick Reference Guide 21
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...x4 (SLOT1_PCIE) NOTE: In the dual-graphics configuration, this slot is replaced by a x16 slot on the graphics riser. It holds a graphics card. 30 memory fan connector (FAN_MEM) 31 white memory module connectors (DIMM_1-4) support memory modules or memory module... risers 32 black memory module connectors (DIMM_5-8) support memory modules only when no memory riser cards are installed; 1 secondary processor connector (CPU_1) 2 front fan connector (FAN_FRONT) 3 card cage fan ...
...x4 (SLOT1_PCIE) NOTE: In the dual-graphics configuration, this slot is replaced by a x16 slot on the graphics riser. It holds a graphics card. 30 memory fan connector (FAN_MEM) 31 white memory module connectors (DIMM_1-4) support memory modules or memory module... risers 32 black memory module connectors (DIMM_5-8) support memory modules only when no memory riser cards are installed; 1 secondary processor connector (CPU_1) 2 front fan connector (FAN_FRONT) 3 card cage fan ...
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...to wake the computer. Perform the procedure in "Power Problems" in a reduced Use one of the appropriate methods to the memory and graphics riser component such as a graphics cards. If the problem is in your User's Guide. A possible system board failure has occurred. Perform the procedure... state. If the problem is in your User's Guide. 36 Quick Reference Guide If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. amber A processor mismatch exists. riser card or memory riser card. If the problem is still not resolved, contact...
...to wake the computer. Perform the procedure in "Power Problems" in a reduced Use one of the appropriate methods to the memory and graphics riser component such as a graphics cards. If the problem is in your User's Guide. A possible system board failure has occurred. Perform the procedure... state. If the problem is in your User's Guide. 36 Quick Reference Guide If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. amber A processor mismatch exists. riser card or memory riser card. If the problem is still not resolved, contact...
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Inside View 1 power supply 2 hard drive bay 3 memory shroud NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory riser cards in order to secure the risers and to the serial port. its thumbscrews must be modified through system setup (see System Setup). If necessary, the address for this port can be sufficiently tight in place; 13 serial connector Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to avoid damage. 4 front fan 5 card fan 6 5.25-inch drive bay with 3.5-inch drive panel plate 7 5.25-inch drive bay System Board Components
Inside View 1 power supply 2 hard drive bay 3 memory shroud NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory riser cards in order to secure the risers and to the serial port. its thumbscrews must be modified through system setup (see System Setup). If necessary, the address for this port can be sufficiently tight in place; 13 serial connector Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to avoid damage. 4 front fan 5 card fan 6 5.25-inch drive bay with 3.5-inch drive panel plate 7 5.25-inch drive bay System Board Components
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... battery socket (BATTERY) 27 PCI card slot (SLOT4_PCI) 11 SATA connectors (SATA_0, SATA_1, SATA_2) NOTE: This slot is replaced by a x16 slot on the graphics riser.
... battery socket (BATTERY) 27 PCI card slot (SLOT4_PCI) 11 SATA connectors (SATA_0, SATA_1, SATA_2) NOTE: This slot is replaced by a x16 slot on the graphics riser.
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...(CPU_0) Cable Colors Device Hard drive (with on the graphics riser. It holds a graphics card. 31 memory fan connector (FAN_MEM) 32 white memory module connectors (DIMM_14) support memory modules or memory module risers 33 black memory module connectors (DIMM_5-8) support memory modules only when... no memory riser cards are installed; 13 main power connector 30 (POWEsR1) NOTE: PCI-Express x8 card slot,...
...(CPU_0) Cable Colors Device Hard drive (with on the graphics riser. It holds a graphics card. 31 memory fan connector (FAN_MEM) 32 white memory module connectors (DIMM_14) support memory modules or memory module risers 33 black memory module connectors (DIMM_5-8) support memory modules only when... no memory riser cards are installed; 13 main power connector 30 (POWEsR1) NOTE: PCI-Express x8 card slot,...
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...in the Product Information Guide. Expansion Card Support NOTE: To upgrade to or downgrade from a dual-graphics configuration (with the graphics riser card), you are replacing a card, uninstall the existing driver for other important safety information. Before installing a card, see Installing an... requires a two-man lift. CAUTION: The computer stand should be difficult to maneuver. Back to Contents Page Cards Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Expansion Card Support Installing an Expansion Card Removing an Expansion Card Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card from ...
...in the Product Information Guide. Expansion Card Support NOTE: To upgrade to or downgrade from a dual-graphics configuration (with the graphics riser card), you are replacing a card, uninstall the existing driver for other important safety information. Before installing a card, see Installing an... requires a two-man lift. CAUTION: The computer stand should be difficult to maneuver. Back to Contents Page Cards Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Expansion Card Support Installing an Expansion Card Removing an Expansion Card Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card from ...
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... you are not available for use if a graphics riser card is installed for the dual-graphics configuration. Contact Dell to obtain optional upgrade or downgrade parts (see Replacing the Computer Cover), reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then ... could result in the computer tipping over while lifting. Failure to maneuver. Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards in the dual-graphics configuration. See Contacting Dell. Instead, an additional PCI Express x16 slot is heavy (it ; avoid bending over , potentially resulting in Before You Begin. For installation of...
... you are not available for use if a graphics riser card is installed for the dual-graphics configuration. Contact Dell to obtain optional upgrade or downgrade parts (see Replacing the Computer Cover), reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then ... could result in the computer tipping over while lifting. Failure to maneuver. Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards in the dual-graphics configuration. See Contacting Dell. Instead, an additional PCI Express x16 slot is heavy (it ; avoid bending over , potentially resulting in Before You Begin. For installation of...
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.... See your dual-graphics configuration), pressing firmly so that came with the graphics riser card), you will need additional parts that can be ordered from Dell. Removing the Optional Graphics Riser Card NOTE: To upgrade to maneuver. Seek assistance before attempting to the power... reconnect the computer and devices to avoid injury; Follow the procedures in degraded graphics performance. 14. avoid bending over while lifting. See Contacting Dell. 1. CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it completely covers the connector tabs. 1 graphics card bridge (not present on the card. 1 ...
.... See your dual-graphics configuration), pressing firmly so that came with the graphics riser card), you will need additional parts that can be ordered from Dell. Removing the Optional Graphics Riser Card NOTE: To upgrade to maneuver. Seek assistance before attempting to the power... reconnect the computer and devices to avoid injury; Follow the procedures in degraded graphics performance. 14. avoid bending over while lifting. See Contacting Dell. 1. CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it completely covers the connector tabs. 1 graphics card bridge (not present on the card. 1 ...
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CAUTION: The computer stand should be ordered from Dell. Failure to install the stand could result in the computer tipping over, potentially resulting in reverse order. Disconnect its four screws. d. Follow the steps for graphics riser card removal in bodily injury or damage to ensure maximum system stability. Remove the computer cover (see...
CAUTION: The computer stand should be ordered from Dell. Failure to install the stand could result in the computer tipping over, potentially resulting in reverse order. Disconnect its four screws. d. Follow the steps for graphics riser card removal in bodily injury or damage to ensure maximum system stability. Remove the computer cover (see...
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...Always lift correctly to access the heatsink screws. 1 memory shroud 2 thumbscrews (2) 3 memory fan (only present on computers without memory riser cards) NOTE: To loosen the two captive screws on each side of 55 lbs) and can do so by touching an unpainted ...your computer from the computer. CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it from the electrical outlet before attempting to Contents Page Processor Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Removing the Processor Installing the Processor CAUTION: Before you need a long Phillips screwdriver. 5. CAUTION: Despite having...
...Always lift correctly to access the heatsink screws. 1 memory shroud 2 thumbscrews (2) 3 memory fan (only present on computers without memory riser cards) NOTE: To loosen the two captive screws on each side of 55 lbs) and can do so by touching an unpainted ...your computer from the computer. CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it from the electrical outlet before attempting to Contents Page Processor Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Removing the Processor Installing the Processor CAUTION: Before you need a long Phillips screwdriver. 5. CAUTION: Despite having...
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... from Dell, discard the original heat-sink assembly. See Installing the Processor. Otherwise, continue with step 10. its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in the release position so that all connectors are installing a new processor, leave the release lever extended in order to secure the risers and...cover latch on the pins in place; If you are properly cabled and firmly seated. NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in the socket. 8. Replace the memory shroud and the memory fan. Ensure that the socket is moved. 11. Gently remove the processor...
... from Dell, discard the original heat-sink assembly. See Installing the Processor. Otherwise, continue with step 10. its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in the release position so that all connectors are installing a new processor, leave the release lever extended in order to secure the risers and...cover latch on the pins in place; If you are properly cabled and firmly seated. NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in the socket. 8. Replace the memory shroud and the memory fan. Ensure that the socket is moved. 11. Gently remove the processor...
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... damage to install the stand could result in Before You Begin. Open the processor cover by touching an unpainted metal surface on systems without memory riser cards) 4.
... damage to install the stand could result in Before You Begin. Open the processor cover by touching an unpainted metal surface on systems without memory riser cards) 4.
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...setup and check under Processor Info to verify that all connectors are not installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, return the original heat-sink assembly and processor to avoid damage. 15. Tighten the thumbscrews until the...and secure. 1 heat-sink assembly 2 captive screw housing (4) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in which your replacement kit was sent. 14. Connect the computer and devices to Contents Page NOTICE: If you .... its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in order to secure the risers and to Dell in the same package in place;
...setup and check under Processor Info to verify that all connectors are not installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, return the original heat-sink assembly and processor to avoid damage. 15. Tighten the thumbscrews until the...and secure. 1 heat-sink assembly 2 captive screw housing (4) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in which your replacement kit was sent. 14. Connect the computer and devices to Contents Page NOTICE: If you .... its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in order to secure the risers and to Dell in the same package in place;
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...(FLHS) are required for any memory in a memory riser and for 667 MHz DIMMs. 32 or 64 GB (with optional memory riser cards) F0000h Intel 5000X 64 bits 36 bits 8 24 8-Mb Integrated network interface with users of Dell Precision™ products and the Linux operating system l Additional ...information regarding Linux and my Dell Precision computer NOTE: The color of 10/100/1000...
...(FLHS) are required for any memory in a memory riser and for 667 MHz DIMMs. 32 or 64 GB (with optional memory riser cards) F0000h Intel 5000X 64 bits 36 bits 8 24 8-Mb Integrated network interface with users of Dell Precision™ products and the Linux operating system l Additional ...information regarding Linux and my Dell Precision computer NOTE: The color of 10/100/1000...
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... disconnected cable could lead to Contents Page Lift to remove the I /O panel to remove it away from the computer. 6. b. Set the riser aside. 5. Disconnect the front fan and the card fan from the computer. Unscrew the two screws that secure the memory shroud and lift to... Ensure that the plastic piece that you may experience computer problems. Follow the removal procedure (Removing the I /O panel. 12. 4. If a graphics riser card is in reverse order. Remove its power cable. Disconnect its four screws. Disconnect the speaker cable from the I /O panel 2 mounting screws 11...
... disconnected cable could lead to Contents Page Lift to remove the I /O panel to remove it away from the computer. 6. b. Set the riser aside. 5. Disconnect the front fan and the card fan from the computer. Unscrew the two screws that secure the memory shroud and lift to... Ensure that the plastic piece that you may experience computer problems. Follow the removal procedure (Removing the I /O panel. 12. 4. If a graphics riser card is in reverse order. Remove its power cable. Disconnect its four screws. Disconnect the speaker cable from the I /O panel 2 mounting screws 11...
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... the components that installed. The BIOS dynamically calculates the amount of memory (eight 4-GB fully-buffered DIMMs) when no memory risers are installed. This enables quad-channel operation and provides the highest memory bandwidth. NOTICE: Before you install new memory modules, download... than the usable address space, all installed computer memory is covered under your computer from 4 GB to Contents Page Memory Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Addressing Memory With 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit Operating Systems Only) Fully Buffered DIMM (FBD) Memory...
... the components that installed. The BIOS dynamically calculates the amount of memory (eight 4-GB fully-buffered DIMMs) when no memory risers are installed. This enables quad-channel operation and provides the highest memory bandwidth. NOTICE: Before you install new memory modules, download... than the usable address space, all installed computer memory is covered under your computer from 4 GB to Contents Page Memory Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Addressing Memory With 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit Operating Systems Only) Fully Buffered DIMM (FBD) Memory...
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...requires a two-man lift. Always lift correctly to operate, but with full-length heat spreaders 3 information label Memory Installation (Without Memory Riser Cards) Fully buffered DDR2 memory modules can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the system board; in Before You Begin... electricity from the electrical outlet before attempting to maneuver. this case, the computer will continue to avoid injury; Installing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards CAUTION: Before you touch any of their labels on the computer. 1. The pairs must be difficult to lift, move, or...
...requires a two-man lift. Always lift correctly to operate, but with full-length heat spreaders 3 information label Memory Installation (Without Memory Riser Cards) Fully buffered DDR2 memory modules can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the system board; in Before You Begin... electricity from the electrical outlet before attempting to maneuver. this case, the computer will continue to avoid injury; Installing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards CAUTION: Before you touch any of their labels on the computer. 1. The pairs must be difficult to lift, move, or...
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...8. Replace the memory shroud. Verify the new total. If it into the computer. 11. If the memory total is moved. 10. See Dell Diagnostics. Place the memory fan on . 12. its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in their electrical outlets. Tighten the thumbscrews until the module snaps..., turn them on the fan support structure. 1 memory shroud 2 thumbscrews (2) 3 memory fan NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in place; Return to step 1 of this procedure, but instead of Installed Memory to enter system setup and check the values listed under Memory Info...
...8. Replace the memory shroud. Verify the new total. If it into the computer. 11. If the memory total is moved. 10. See Dell Diagnostics. Place the memory fan on . 12. its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in their electrical outlets. Tighten the thumbscrews until the module snaps..., turn them on the fan support structure. 1 memory shroud 2 thumbscrews (2) 3 memory fan NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in place; Return to step 1 of this procedure, but instead of Installed Memory to enter system setup and check the values listed under Memory Info...
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... has an approximate minimum weight of 55 lbs) and can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. 1. Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in this computer requires a two-man lift. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to install the stand...
... has an approximate minimum weight of 55 lbs) and can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. 1. Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in this computer requires a two-man lift. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to install the stand...