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... module connectors (DIMM_5-8) support memory modules only when no memory riser cards are installed; otherwise these must be left empty 33 primary processor connector (CPU_0) Quick Reference Guide 23 1 secondary processor connector (CPU_1) 2 front fan connector (FAN_FRONT) 3 card cage fan connector (FAN_CCAG) 4 internal speaker connector (INT_SPKR) 5 power connector (POWER2) 6 IDE drive connector...
... module connectors (DIMM_5-8) support memory modules only when no memory riser cards are installed; otherwise these must be left empty 33 primary processor connector (CPU_0) Quick Reference Guide 23 1 secondary processor connector (CPU_1) 2 front fan connector (FAN_FRONT) 3 card cage fan connector (FAN_CCAG) 4 internal speaker connector (INT_SPKR) 5 power connector (POWER2) 6 IDE drive connector...
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... mouse or keyboard with a working PS/2 mouse or keyboard and then try to "wake power or "sleep" state. amber A processor mismatch exists. Diagnostic Lights (blinking) (blinking) (blinking) (blinking) (blinking) Power Light blinking green blinking green amber blinking amber ..." in your User's Guide. See "Processor" in your User's Guide. If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. Contact Dell for technical assistance. riser card or memory...
... mouse or keyboard with a working PS/2 mouse or keyboard and then try to "wake power or "sleep" state. amber A processor mismatch exists. Diagnostic Lights (blinking) (blinking) (blinking) (blinking) (blinking) Power Light blinking green blinking green amber blinking amber ..." in your User's Guide. See "Processor" in your User's Guide. If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance. Contact Dell for technical assistance. riser card or memory...
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... a different card, and then restart the computer. 3 Repeat this process for diagnostic light codes during POST. Suggested Resolution Reinstall the processor and restart the computer. If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for resource conflicts (see "Resolving... Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 30). 4 Move each move. 5 If the problem persists, contact Dell. Diagnostic Lights (blinking) Power Light amber Problem Description A possible power supply failure has occurred. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible...
... a different card, and then restart the computer. 3 Repeat this process for diagnostic light codes during POST. Suggested Resolution Reinstall the processor and restart the computer. If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for resource conflicts (see "Resolving... Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 30). 4 Move each move. 5 If the problem persists, contact Dell. Diagnostic Lights (blinking) Power Light amber Problem Description A possible power supply failure has occurred. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible...
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... you how to avoid the problem. Dell Inc. A02 Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Information About Your Computer About Your Computer Advanced Features Copying CDs and DVDs Before You Begin Computer Stand Removing the Computer Cover Chassis Intrusion Switch Memory Drives Cards Installing the Speaker (Optional) Processor Battery I/O Panel System Board Power Supply...
... you how to avoid the problem. Dell Inc. A02 Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Information About Your Computer About Your Computer Advanced Features Copying CDs and DVDs Before You Begin Computer Stand Removing the Computer Cover Chassis Intrusion Switch Memory Drives Cards Installing the Speaker (Optional) Processor Battery I/O Panel System Board Power Supply...
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It holds a graphic card. 29 PCI-Express x16 card slot (SLOT2_PCIE) NOTE: This slot is replaced by a x16 slot on the graphics riser. 1 secondary processor 18 hard drive fan (FAN_HDD) connector (CPU_1) 2 front fan connector (FAN_FRONT) 19 FlexBay connector (USB) 3 card cage fan connector (FAN_CCAG) 20 floppy drive (DSKT) 4 internal ...
It holds a graphic card. 29 PCI-Express x16 card slot (SLOT2_PCIE) NOTE: This slot is replaced by a x16 slot on the graphics riser. 1 secondary processor 18 hard drive fan (FAN_HDD) connector (CPU_1) 2 front fan connector (FAN_FRONT) 19 FlexBay connector (USB) 3 card cage fan connector (FAN_CCAG) 20 floppy drive (DSKT) 4 internal ...
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... drive CD/DVD drive Color blue cable black pull-tab orange pull-tab Back to Contents Page otherwise these must be left empty 34 primary processor connector (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...
... drive CD/DVD drive Color blue cable black pull-tab orange pull-tab Back to Contents Page otherwise these must be left empty 34 primary processor connector (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...
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...support.dell.com. Your computer supports the following ASF alerts: Alert Chassis: Chassis Intrusion - The Ethernet connectivity is enabled or the Ethernet connectivity is out of limits. The BIOS did not complete loading upon initiation. The processor is...a parallel connector, a floppy drive, and a PS/2 mouse. LegacySelect allows administrators to Contents Page Advanced Features Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide LegacySelect Technology Control Manageability Security Password Protection System Setup Boot Menu Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings ...
...support.dell.com. Your computer supports the following ASF alerts: Alert Chassis: Chassis Intrusion - The Ethernet connectivity is enabled or the Ethernet connectivity is out of limits. The BIOS did not complete loading upon initiation. The processor is...a parallel connector, a floppy drive, and a PS/2 mouse. LegacySelect allows administrators to Contents Page Advanced Features Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide LegacySelect Technology Control Manageability Security Password Protection System Setup Boot Menu Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings ...
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... about Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation, see the Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation User's Guide available on a network that has Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation set up on the Dell Support website at the next computer start -up . For information about your computer, such as how many processors it has...BIOS or shutting it down remotely A managed system is one of the following alert message displays during the boot sequence at support.dell.com. Press the down -arrow key to select Intrusion Alert. 5. Press to the Security option. 3. Padlock Ring and Security...
... about Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation, see the Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation User's Guide available on a network that has Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation set up on the Dell Support website at the next computer start -up . For information about your computer, such as how many processors it has...BIOS or shutting it down remotely A managed system is one of the following alert message displays during the boot sequence at support.dell.com. Press the down -arrow key to select Intrusion Alert. 5. Press to the Security option. 3. Padlock Ring and Security...
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... (On default) NOTE: Operating systems with USB support will recognize USB floppy drives regardless of the Memory Technology. System System Info Processor Info Memory Info PCI Info Date/Time Boot Sequence Displays the Computer name, BIOS Version number, BIOS Date, Service Tag, Express Service... the USB device and move it so it becomes the first device in the system: Processor Type, Processor Clock Speed, Processor Bus Speed, Processor Cache Size, Processor ID number, whether the processor is connected. Read Only enables the internal drive controller and allows the internal floppy drive ...
... (On default) NOTE: Operating systems with USB support will recognize USB floppy drives regardless of the Memory Technology. System System Info Processor Info Memory Info PCI Info Date/Time Boot Sequence Displays the Computer name, BIOS Version number, BIOS Date, Service Tag, Express Service... the USB device and move it so it becomes the first device in the system: Processor Type, Processor Clock Speed, Processor Bus Speed, Processor Cache Size, Processor ID number, whether the processor is connected. Read Only enables the internal drive controller and allows the internal floppy drive ...
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... machine monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization technology. ECP configures the port for all supported processors in the option menu. On enables the second core. (On default) SpeedStep (Off default) Enables Intel® SpeedStep®... (On default) Video Primary Video This setting specifies which video controller is greater than 3. Multiple CPU Core Determines whether the processor will support. Integrated Audio Enables or disables the onboard audio controller. (On default) 1394 Controller Enables or disables the 1394...
... machine monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization technology. ECP configures the port for all supported processors in the option menu. On enables the second core. (On default) SpeedStep (Off default) Enables Intel® SpeedStep®... (On default) Video Primary Video This setting specifies which video controller is greater than 3. Multiple CPU Core Determines whether the processor will support. Integrated Audio Enables or disables the onboard audio controller. (On default) 1394 Controller Enables or disables the 1394...
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...System Setup). You control the power usage through the operating system installed on the password pins. 4. As long as two logical processors, capable of data between computers and peripheral devices. Hyper-Threading and Dual-Core Technology Hyper-Threading is a digital interface that can... network cable, first plug the cable into the computer. 5. This sleep mode reduces power consumption to a minimum by allowing one physical processor to function as the computer remains connected to a hard drive and then removing system power. l Standby. This sleep mode removes all ...
...System Setup). You control the power usage through the operating system installed on the password pins. 4. As long as two logical processors, capable of data between computers and peripheral devices. Hyper-Threading and Dual-Core Technology Hyper-Threading is a digital interface that can... network cable, first plug the cable into the computer. 5. This sleep mode reduces power consumption to a minimum by allowing one physical processor to function as the computer remains connected to a hard drive and then removing system power. l Standby. This sleep mode removes all ...
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...resulting in the computer tipping over while lifting. See your Product Information Guide for other important safety information. Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its metal mounting bracket. CAUTION: Before you shut down the operating system: a. Hold a card by ...locking tabs; Damage due to servicing that both connectors are turned off now. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it ...
...resulting in the computer tipping over while lifting. See your Product Information Guide for other important safety information. Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its metal mounting bracket. CAUTION: Before you shut down the operating system: a. Hold a card by ...locking tabs; Damage due to servicing that both connectors are turned off now. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it ...
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... the safety instructions in the computer tipping over while lifting. Lift the memory fan away from the computer to Contents Page Processor Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Removing the Processor Installing the Processor CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in this computer requires a two-man lift. Rotate the heat-sink assembly upward...
... the safety instructions in the computer tipping over while lifting. Lift the memory fan away from the computer to Contents Page Processor Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Removing the Processor Installing the Processor CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in this computer requires a two-man lift. Rotate the heat-sink assembly upward...
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...the socket is moved. 11. See Installing the Processor. Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from Dell, reuse the original heat-sink assembly when you install your new processor. 7. Gently remove the processor from Dell, discard the original heat-sink assembly. Otherwise, continue...2 captive screw housing (4) NOTICE: If you are installing a processor upgrade kit from the socket. 9. Then, pull the lever back to release the processor. 1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket 4 release lever NOTICE: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or...
...the socket is moved. 11. See Installing the Processor. Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from Dell, reuse the original heat-sink assembly when you install your new processor. 7. Gently remove the processor from Dell, discard the original heat-sink assembly. Otherwise, continue...2 captive screw housing (4) NOTICE: If you are installing a processor upgrade kit from the socket. 9. Then, pull the lever back to release the processor. 1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket 4 release lever NOTICE: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or...
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...55 lbs) and can be installed at all times to lift, move, or tilt it has an approximate minimum weight of the processor. Replace the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Always lift correctly to fall on the socket. CAUTION: The .... Follow the procedures in bodily injury or damage to the processor and the computer when you are replacing a processor, remove the processor (see Removing the Processor). 5. NOTICE: You must position the processor correctly in the socket. 1. Installing the Processor NOTICE: Ground yourself by sliding the release lever from the...
...55 lbs) and can be installed at all times to lift, move, or tilt it has an approximate minimum weight of the processor. Replace the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Always lift correctly to fall on the socket. CAUTION: The .... Follow the procedures in bodily injury or damage to the processor and the computer when you are replacing a processor, remove the processor (see Removing the Processor). 5. NOTICE: You must position the processor correctly in the socket. 1. Installing the Processor NOTICE: Ground yourself by sliding the release lever from the...
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...from the bottom of the processor. 1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket 4 release lever 7. When the processor is positioned correctly. 10. Apply the new thermal grease to secure the processor. 12. Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket. 1 tab 5 front alignment notch 2 processor socket 6 socket and processor pin-1 indicator 3 center ...cover latch 7 rear alignment notch 4 socket release lever NOTICE: To avoid damage, ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the center cover latch on the socket. 11. Pivot the socket release lever back toward the...
...from the bottom of the processor. 1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket 4 release lever 7. When the processor is positioned correctly. 10. Apply the new thermal grease to secure the processor. 12. Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket. 1 tab 5 front alignment notch 2 processor socket 6 socket and processor pin-1 indicator 3 center ...cover latch 7 rear alignment notch 4 socket release lever NOTICE: To avoid damage, ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the center cover latch on the socket. 11. Pivot the socket release lever back toward the...
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... Ensure that the heat-sink assembly is moved. 16. Back to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 19. If you replace the processor. Install the heat-sink assembly: a. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first...bracket. NOTICE: Ensure that all connectors are not installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat-sink assembly when you installed a processor replacement kit from Dell, return the original heat-sink assembly and processor to Dell in the same package in which your replacement kit was sent....
... Ensure that the heat-sink assembly is moved. 16. Back to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 19. If you replace the processor. Install the heat-sink assembly: a. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first...bracket. NOTICE: Ensure that all connectors are not installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat-sink assembly when you installed a processor replacement kit from Dell, return the original heat-sink assembly and processor to Dell in the same package in which your replacement kit was sent....
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...dell.com/mailman/listinfo/linux-precision Specifications Microprocessor Microprocessor type Internal cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chipset Data bus width Address bus width DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC System clock Video Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor... 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 ...
...dell.com/mailman/listinfo/linux-precision Specifications Microprocessor Microprocessor type Internal cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chipset Data bus width Address bus width DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC System clock Video Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor... 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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... hardware and the operating system. bootable disk - bus speed - Celsius - Primary cache stored inside the processor. Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide ABCDEFGHIKLMNO PRSTUVWXZ Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may...A rechargeable internal power source used by your computer when you can transfer information. BIOS - bit - The smallest unit of many processor operations. Your Drivers and Utilities or Resource CD is the boiling point of main memory or an independent high-speed storage device....
... hardware and the operating system. bootable disk - bus speed - Celsius - Primary cache stored inside the processor. Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide ABCDEFGHIKLMNO PRSTUVWXZ Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may...A rechargeable internal power source used by your computer when you can transfer information. BIOS - bit - The smallest unit of many processor operations. Your Drivers and Utilities or Resource CD is the boiling point of main memory or an independent high-speed storage device....
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...-data-rate SDRAM - device driver - DIMM - disk striping - direct memory access - A channel that controls the transfer of data transfer between the processor and devices. docking device - DMTF - Distributed Management Task Force - A consortium of a DVD. domain - Memory that provides a constant, high-speed...line. driver - A technology that stores information in -line memory module - A display setting that allows you to bypass the processor. DVD - DVD drives read most CD media as a combo drive, that uses optical technology to read CDs and DVDs and...
...-data-rate SDRAM - device driver - DIMM - disk striping - direct memory access - A channel that controls the transfer of data transfer between the processor and devices. docking device - DMTF - Distributed Management Task Force - A consortium of a DVD. domain - Memory that provides a constant, high-speed...line. driver - A technology that stores information in -line memory module - A display setting that allows you to bypass the processor. DVD - DVD drives read most CD media as a combo drive, that uses optical technology to read CDs and DVDs and...
