Quick Reference Guide
Page 7
...describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your Dell computer. Quick Reference Guide 7 The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration. • How to work with technical support ... history, service contract, online discussions with programs and files • Documentation for devices (such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating premier.support.dell.com. The website may not be available in all regions. What Are You Looking For? Find It...
...describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your Dell computer. Quick Reference Guide 7 The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration. • How to work with technical support ... history, service contract, online discussions with programs and files • Documentation for devices (such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating premier.support.dell.com. The website may not be available in all regions. What Are You Looking For? Find It...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 19
...4 5 6 7 13 12 11 10 9 8 1 parallel connector Connect a parallel device, such as printers and keyboards. If you have been installed on your hard drive. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (3) It is recommended that you use the connector on the card. 3 mouse connector Plug a standard...USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices. For more information, see your computer is automatically disabled if the computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to the computer. NOTE: The...
...4 5 6 7 13 12 11 10 9 8 1 parallel connector Connect a parallel device, such as printers and keyboards. If you have been installed on your hard drive. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (3) It is recommended that you use the connector on the card. 3 mouse connector Plug a standard...USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices. For more information, see your computer is automatically disabled if the computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to the computer. NOTE: The...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 23
... on the graphics riser. otherwise these must be left empty 33 primary processor connector (CPU_0) Quick Reference Guide 23 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;
... on the graphics riser. otherwise these must be left empty 33 primary processor connector (CPU_0) Quick Reference Guide 23 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;
Quick Reference Guide
Page 24
... Your computer is heavy (it ; CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from your hard drive or the Dell Support website at all of the available connectors • Inside views of your computer, including a detailed graphic of the system board ...setup options • Tips and information for using the Microsoft Windows XP operating system • Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, and the battery • Information for troubleshooting various computer problems • Instructions for using the...
... Your computer is heavy (it ; CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from your hard drive or the Dell Support website at all of the available connectors • Inside views of your computer, including a detailed graphic of the system board ...setup options • Tips and information for using the Microsoft Windows XP operating system • Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, and the battery • Information for troubleshooting various computer problems • Instructions for using the...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 39
...reduced performance and reduced errorcorrection capability 5 Press to boot to the operating system. 6 Run the Dell Diagnostics. A message appears stating that because your memory is not paired, the system will operate with the remaining modules to ensure that the remaining ...memory module is identified, contact Dell for more information. 7 If the memory module passes, shut down the computer, remove the memory module, and then repeat the process with the memory. 2 Restart the computer. 3 If the problem still exists, remove all the memory modules and install one memory module in memory...
...reduced performance and reduced errorcorrection capability 5 Press to boot to the operating system. 6 Run the Dell Diagnostics. A message appears stating that because your memory is not paired, the system will operate with the remaining modules to ensure that the remaining ...memory module is identified, contact Dell for more information. 7 If the memory module passes, shut down the computer, remove the memory module, and then repeat the process with the memory. 2 Restart the computer. 3 If the problem still exists, remove all the memory modules and install one memory module in memory...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 40
... reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. messages. 40 Quick Reference Guide System board failure has occurred. Contact Dell for on-screen initialization. Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • Ensure that...
... reinstalled all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. messages. 40 Quick Reference Guide System board failure has occurred. Contact Dell for on-screen initialization. Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • Ensure that...
User Guide
Page 1
... STAR is a registered trademark owned by Dell Inc. Model DCDO August 2006 P/N MD488 Rev. 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...
... STAR is a registered trademark owned by Dell Inc. Model DCDO August 2006 P/N MD488 Rev. 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...
User Guide
Page 2
... use with special 3.5-inch drive panel plate NOTE: The hard-drive carrier is only for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices (see Drive Panels. Press to avoid injury; See your Product Information Guide for use in a ...on when a device such as printers and keyboards. Failure to install the stand before attempting to the hard drive. it can be difficult to the computer. Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Front View Back View Back Panel Connectors Inside View ...
... use with special 3.5-inch drive panel plate NOTE: The hard-drive carrier is only for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices (see Drive Panels. Press to avoid injury; See your Product Information Guide for use in a ...on when a device such as printers and keyboards. Failure to install the stand before attempting to the hard drive. it can be difficult to the computer. Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide Front View Back View Back Panel Connectors Inside View ...
User Guide
Page 4
...-in connector Use the blue line-in a steady "on" state. 8 USB 2.0 It is automatically disabled if the computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to either a network jack or your network or broadband device. Turn off the computer and any attached devices... your network. l Orange - A good connection exists between a 1000-Mbps (or 1- and extranet). If you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices. Use the green line-out connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player...
...-in connector Use the blue line-in a steady "on" state. 8 USB 2.0 It is automatically disabled if the computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to either a network jack or your network or broadband device. Turn off the computer and any attached devices... your network. l Orange - A good connection exists between a 1000-Mbps (or 1- and extranet). If you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices. Use the green line-out connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player...
User Guide
Page 7
... 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...
... 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...
User Guide
Page 13
..., change a user-selectable option such as the user password l To read the current amount of memory or set , you use system setup, it to the Admin Password field, and then press .... System Setup 1. Without an administrator password, you may view the contents of hard drive installed Before you will be prompted to wait until you wait too long and the operating system...or changeable configuration information for the F2 prompt to appear. 3. Exit system setup. When the blue DELL™ logo is recommended that you must watch for your computer work incorrectly. 1. If Not ...
..., change a user-selectable option such as the user password l To read the current amount of memory or set , you use system setup, it to the Admin Password field, and then press .... System Setup 1. Without an administrator password, you may view the contents of hard drive installed Before you will be prompted to wait until you wait too long and the operating system...or changeable configuration information for the F2 prompt to appear. 3. Exit system setup. When the blue DELL™ logo is recommended that you must watch for your computer work incorrectly. 1. If Not ...
User Guide
Page 14
Displays the amount of Installed Memory, Memory Speed, Memory Channel Mode, and a description of each PCI, PCI Express, and PCI-X slot. Off disables all floppy drives. Internal enables the internal floppy drive. Read Only enables the internal drive controller and allows the internal floppy drive read permission for the processor installed in the list. Displays the...
Displays the amount of Installed Memory, Memory Speed, Memory Channel Mode, and a description of each PCI, PCI Express, and PCI-X slot. Off disables all floppy drives. Internal enables the internal floppy drive. Read Only enables the internal drive controller and allows the internal floppy drive read permission for the processor installed in the list. Displays the...
User Guide
Page 17
...the setup message only (F2=Setup). None displays no floppy drive installed in the drive, or if there is in the computer, the computer generates an error message. The computer attempts to function as arrows. Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer. If you are...for Read and U for the current boot only). The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all system memory is 256 MB. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to boot from the CD-ROM drive. OS Install (Off default) Determines the maximum amount of the screen, press . l Onboard or USB CD-...
...the setup message only (F2=Setup). None displays no floppy drive installed in the drive, or if there is in the computer, the computer generates an error message. The computer attempts to function as arrows. Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer. If you are...for Read and U for the current boot only). The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all system memory is 256 MB. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to boot from the CD-ROM drive. OS Install (Off default) Determines the maximum amount of the screen, press . l Onboard or USB CD-...
User Guide
Page 18
... the device documentation. CAUTION: The computer stand should be difficult to ensure maximum system stability. NOTE: Write down -arrow keys to a USB memory key, highlight USB Device and press . See Selecting the Boot Device for the Current Boot. CAUTION: Your computer is bootable, check the device... documentation. Follow the procedures in case you are booting to move through the list of 55 lbs) and can be installed at all times to maneuver. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup). 2. 7. For example, if you want to the computer. To...
... the device documentation. CAUTION: The computer stand should be difficult to ensure maximum system stability. NOTE: Write down -arrow keys to a USB memory key, highlight USB Device and press . See Selecting the Boot Device for the Current Boot. CAUTION: Your computer is bootable, check the device... documentation. Follow the procedures in case you are booting to move through the list of 55 lbs) and can be installed at all times to maneuver. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup). 2. 7. For example, if you want to the computer. To...
User Guide
Page 102
... systems typically provide surge suppression and may occur during electrical storms. SVGA - USB - unshielded twisted pair - The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number of colors that allows the transfer of a portable computer to video. Smart cards can be used in the...of cable used to 1600 x 1200. A video standard for video cards and controllers that protects the hard drive by y rows of video memory installed in video modes that can be defined as Windows operating systems, displays in the computer. off ). SXGA+ - Also known as a ...
... systems typically provide surge suppression and may occur during electrical storms. SVGA - USB - unshielded twisted pair - The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number of colors that allows the transfer of a portable computer to video. Smart cards can be used in the...of cable used to 1600 x 1200. A video standard for video cards and controllers that protects the hard drive by y rows of video memory installed in video modes that can be defined as Windows operating systems, displays in the computer. off ). SXGA+ - Also known as a ...
User Guide
Page 106
..., a portion of memory available 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 Overview Memory Installation (Without Memory Riser Cards) Installing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards Memory Installation (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) Installing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) Removing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) Your...
..., a portion of memory available 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 Overview Memory Installation (Without Memory Riser Cards) Installing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards Memory Installation (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) Installing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) Removing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) Your...
User Guide
Page 107
... assistance before opening the cover. Always lift correctly to maneuver. Pairs of memory should be installed at all times to operate, but with full-length heat spreaders 3 information label Memory Installation (Without Memory Riser Cards) Fully buffered DDR2 memory modules can also be installed in the Product Information Guide. this section, follow the safety instructions in pairs...
... assistance before opening the cover. Always lift correctly to maneuver. Pairs of memory should be installed at all times to operate, but with full-length heat spreaders 3 information label Memory Installation (Without Memory Riser Cards) Fully buffered DDR2 memory modules can also be installed in the Product Information Guide. this section, follow the safety instructions in pairs...
User Guide
Page 111
... cable into the network port or device and then plug it from each riser card are numbered DIMM_1DIMM_4. Memory Installation (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in place; Replace the memory shroud. Press out the securing clip at each card before DIMM_1 is numbered in the order that...
... cable into the network port or device and then plug it from each riser card are numbered DIMM_1DIMM_4. Memory Installation (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in place; Replace the memory shroud. Press out the securing clip at each card before DIMM_1 is numbered in the order that...
User Guide
Page 140
... DIMM_X/Y - Alert! See Drive Problems. Diskette read - Previous Thermal Failure - Alert! Alert! Memory Configuration Mismatch. Invalid Memory installed. DIMMs must be installed as a set of four - See Drive Problems. Data error - Slide the write-protect notch to respond - Contact Dell for Memory Information details. - Memory Built-in Self Test fails in single channel debug mode. See Drive...
... DIMM_X/Y - Alert! See Drive Problems. Diskette read - Previous Thermal Failure - Alert! Alert! Memory Configuration Mismatch. Invalid Memory installed. DIMMs must be installed as a set of four - See Drive Problems. Data error - Slide the write-protect notch to respond - Contact Dell for Memory Information details. - Memory Built-in Self Test fails in single channel debug mode. See Drive...
User Guide
Page 156
...memory message - l Run the Dell Diagnostics. After the computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as you are not using the mouse. Start the computer. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer's electronic components. If you are following the memory installation guidelines. See Memory. See Memory... - 1. l See the software documentation for damaged or frayed cables. l Run the Dell Diagnostics. media. If necessary, install additional memory. See Memory. Check the mouse cable - 1. If the new mouse works, the original mouse is...
...memory message - l Run the Dell Diagnostics. After the computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as you are not using the mouse. Start the computer. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer's electronic components. If you are following the memory installation guidelines. See Memory. See Memory... - 1. l See the software documentation for damaged or frayed cables. l Run the Dell Diagnostics. media. If necessary, install additional memory. See Memory. Check the mouse cable - 1. If the new mouse works, the original mouse is...