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... 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit Operating Systems Only 174 Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards . 175 Memory Installation (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) 179 Installing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) 180 Removing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) 187 Cards 194 Expansion Card Support 194 Installing an Expansion Card 195 Removing an Expansion Card 202 Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card...
... 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit Operating Systems Only 174 Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards . 175 Memory Installation (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) 179 Installing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) 180 Removing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) 187 Cards 194 Expansion Card Support 194 Installing an Expansion Card 195 Removing an Expansion Card 202 Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card...
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Inside View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 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 avoid damage. 4 5.25-inch drive bay 5 5.25-inch drive bay with 3.5-inch drive panel plate 26 About Your Computer its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in place;
Inside View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 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 avoid damage. 4 5.25-inch drive bay 5 5.25-inch drive bay with 3.5-inch drive panel plate 26 About Your Computer its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in place;
User's Guide
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... Computer 29 or 800-MHz fully-buffered DDR2 SDRAM fully-buffered DIMMs (FBDs) NOTICE: Full-length heat spreaders (FLHS) are required for all memory. 1 GB 64 GB with optional memory riser) 512-MB or 1-, 2-, or 4-GB ECC 667- For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→ Help and Support...
... Computer 29 or 800-MHz fully-buffered DDR2 SDRAM fully-buffered DIMMs (FBDs) NOTICE: Full-length heat spreaders (FLHS) are required for all memory. 1 GB 64 GB with optional memory riser) 512-MB or 1-, 2-, or 4-GB ECC 667- For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→ Help and Support...
User's Guide
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... has been detected with either the memory risers or graphics riser. See "Memory" on page 172 for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 287). Contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 287). Troubleshooting Tools 107 Confirm that the memory risers and/or graphics riser are properly attached to the memory risers and graphics riser. A possible system board failure has...
... has been detected with either the memory risers or graphics riser. See "Memory" on page 172 for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 287). Contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 287). Troubleshooting Tools 107 Confirm that the memory risers and/or graphics riser are properly attached to the memory risers and graphics riser. A possible system board failure has...
User's Guide
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... SETS FOR NORMAL OPERATION. - M E M O R Y B U I O U S S H U T D O W N D U E T O T H E R M A L E V E N T - ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! P R E V I L T - PREVIOUS REBOOT WAS DUE TO VOLTAGE REGULATOR FAILURE - Contact Dell for assistance. See "Contacting Dell" on page 171. MEMORY CONFIGURATION MISMATCH. A L E R T ! MEMORY FAN FAILURE - FRONT FAN FAILURE - MEMORY RISERS MUST BE INSTALLED AS A SET OF FOUR - DIMMS MUST HAVE FULL DIMM HEAT S P R E A D E R S - Ensure that nothing is properly...
... SETS FOR NORMAL OPERATION. - M E M O R Y B U I O U S S H U T D O W N D U E T O T H E R M A L E V E N T - ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! P R E V I L T - PREVIOUS REBOOT WAS DUE TO VOLTAGE REGULATOR FAILURE - Contact Dell for assistance. See "Contacting Dell" on page 171. MEMORY CONFIGURATION MISMATCH. A L E R T ! MEMORY FAN FAILURE - FRONT FAN FAILURE - MEMORY RISERS MUST BE INSTALLED AS A SET OF FOUR - DIMMS MUST HAVE FULL DIMM HEAT S P R E A D E R S - Ensure that nothing is properly...
User's Guide
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... Follow the procedures in place and lift it away from the computer. 9 Disconnect the control-panel cable from the card fan and the memory-riser support structure. See your Product Information Guide for other important safety information. CAUTION: The computer stand should be difficult to the computer. 2... problems. 10 Note the routing of each cable before attempting to ensure maximum system stability. d Set the riser aside. 5 Loosen the captive thumbscrews that secure the memory shroud and lift to remove it from the computer. 6 Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board. ...
... Follow the procedures in place and lift it away from the computer. 9 Disconnect the control-panel cable from the card fan and the memory-riser support structure. See your Product Information Guide for other important safety information. CAUTION: The computer stand should be difficult to the computer. 2... problems. 10 Note the routing of each cable before attempting to ensure maximum system stability. d Set the riser aside. 5 Loosen the captive thumbscrews that secure the memory shroud and lift to remove it from the computer. 6 Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board. ...
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1 2 3 1 memory shroud 3 memory fan (only present on computers without memory riser cards) 2 thumbscrews (2) NOTE: To loosen the two captive screws on each side of the heat-sink assembly, you touch it. 6 Rotate the heat-sink assembly upward, and remove it from the computer. Adding and Replacing Parts 151 Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you need a long Phillips screwdriver. 5 Loosen the two captive screws on each side of the heat-sink assembly. CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat-sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation.
1 2 3 1 memory shroud 3 memory fan (only present on computers without memory riser cards) 2 thumbscrews (2) NOTE: To loosen the two captive screws on each side of the heat-sink assembly, you touch it. 6 Rotate the heat-sink assembly upward, and remove it from the computer. Adding and Replacing Parts 151 Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you need a long Phillips screwdriver. 5 Loosen the two captive screws on each side of the heat-sink assembly. CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat-sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation.
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...the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to avoid damage. NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor. its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in order ...to secure the risers and to fall on page 154. Otherwise, continue with step 10. Adding and Replacing Parts 153 See "Installing the...
...the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to avoid damage. NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor. its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in order ...to secure the risers and to fall on page 154. Otherwise, continue with step 10. Adding and Replacing Parts 153 See "Installing the...
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... to the processor and the computer when you are replacing a processor, remove the processor (see "Removing the Processor" on the socket. 1 2 3 1 memory shroud 3 memory fan (only present on systems without memory riser cards) 2 thumbscrews (2) 4 If you turn on the computer. 6 Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from under the center cover...
... to the processor and the computer when you are replacing a processor, remove the processor (see "Removing the Processor" on the socket. 1 2 3 1 memory shroud 3 memory fan (only present on systems without memory riser cards) 2 thumbscrews (2) 4 If you turn on the computer. 6 Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from under the center cover...
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Tighten the thumbscrews until the memory shroud is well secured and will not shift when the computer is moved. 16 Ensure that all connectors are properly cabled and firmly seated. 17 ... device and then plug it into the computer. 18 Connect the computer and devices to avoid damage. 15 Replace the memory shroud and memory fan. 1 2 1 heat-sink assembly 2 captive screw housing (4) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in order to secure the risers and to electrical outlets, and turn them on page 145).
Tighten the thumbscrews until the memory shroud is well secured and will not shift when the computer is moved. 16 Ensure that all connectors are properly cabled and firmly seated. 17 ... device and then plug it into the computer. 18 Connect the computer and devices to avoid damage. 15 Replace the memory shroud and memory fan. 1 2 1 heat-sink assembly 2 captive screw housing (4) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in order to secure the risers and to electrical outlets, and turn them on page 145).
User's Guide
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... static damage to maneuver. See your computer, discharge static electricity from the electrical outlet before you begin any of your computer's electronic components. Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Adding and Replacing Parts 175 this section, follow the safety instructions...
... static damage to maneuver. See your computer, discharge static electricity from the electrical outlet before you begin any of your computer's electronic components. Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards CAUTION: Before you touch any of the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Adding and Replacing Parts 175 this section, follow the safety instructions...
User's Guide
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1 2 3 1 memory shroud 3 memory fan 2 thumbscrews (2) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in order to secure the risers and to electrical outlets, and turn them on page 145). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device ...
1 2 3 1 memory shroud 3 memory fan 2 thumbscrews (2) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in order to secure the risers and to electrical outlets, and turn them on page 145). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device ...
User's Guide
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... in sets of four with the riser cards. Memory must be populated before DIMM_2 can be installed on each riser card are numbered; Do not attempt to disconnect the memory riser cards from the computer in order to secure the riser cards and to install memory on any other . that is... one of the four on the system board can be sufficiently tight in order to avoid damage. Memory Installation (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in sets of two. its thumbscrews must be inserted into. These numbers indicate which DIMM slot on...
... in sets of four with the riser cards. Memory must be populated before DIMM_2 can be installed on each riser card are numbered; Do not attempt to disconnect the memory riser cards from the computer in order to secure the riser cards and to install memory on any other . that is... one of the four on the system board can be sufficiently tight in order to avoid damage. Memory Installation (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in sets of two. its thumbscrews must be inserted into. These numbers indicate which DIMM slot on...
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...DIMM_1 on each board and then DIMM_2 on each board, and so on. Installing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) CAUTION: Before you touch any of your computer from your body before opening the cover. Install memory modules in bodily injury or damage to the computer. 2 Remove the computer cover...Computer Cover" on page 141). 180 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: Do not install non-ECC, unbuffered, or non-fully-buffered memory modules. matched sets of the procedures in this computer requires a two-man lift. See your Product Information Guide for other important safety information....
...DIMM_1 on each board and then DIMM_2 on each board, and so on. Installing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) CAUTION: Before you touch any of your computer from your body before opening the cover. Install memory modules in bodily injury or damage to the computer. 2 Remove the computer cover...Computer Cover" on page 141). 180 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: Do not install non-ECC, unbuffered, or non-fully-buffered memory modules. matched sets of the procedures in this computer requires a two-man lift. See your Product Information Guide for other important safety information....
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If a card is difficult to remove, gently ease it back and forth to remove it from the DIMM_1 and DIMM_2 slots on the system board. 1 2 3 1 power connectors (4) 3 securing clips (2) 2 memory connectors (4) 4 Disconnect the power cable from memory riser card 1 and 2. 5 Grasp the memory riser card 1 at each corner and lift memory riser card 1 and attached card 2 from the connector. 182 Adding and Replacing Parts
If a card is difficult to remove, gently ease it back and forth to remove it from the DIMM_1 and DIMM_2 slots on the system board. 1 2 3 1 power connectors (4) 3 securing clips (2) 2 memory connectors (4) 4 Disconnect the power cable from memory riser card 1 and 2. 5 Grasp the memory riser card 1 at each corner and lift memory riser card 1 and attached card 2 from the connector. 182 Adding and Replacing Parts
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...) are installing memory. 1 2 1 memory riser cards 1 and 2 2 memory riser cards 3 and 4 6 Disconnect the power cables from memory riser cards 3 and 4. 7 Grasp the memory riser card 3 at each corner and lift memory riser cards 3 and attached card 4 from the connector. Ensure that memory modules have had sufficient time to remove it from the DIMM_3 and DIMM_4 memory module connectors on the memory riser card into which...
...) are installing memory. 1 2 1 memory riser cards 1 and 2 2 memory riser cards 3 and 4 6 Disconnect the power cables from memory riser cards 3 and 4. 7 Grasp the memory riser card 3 at each corner and lift memory riser cards 3 and attached card 4 from the connector. Ensure that memory modules have had sufficient time to remove it from the DIMM_3 and DIMM_4 memory module connectors on the memory riser card into which...
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.... NOTE: Align the memory module carefully to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module. 184 Adding and Replacing Parts FBDs on memory riser cards 1 and 2... face a different direction than those on riser cards 3 and 4. 9 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 2 1 3...
.... NOTE: Align the memory module carefully to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module. 184 Adding and Replacing Parts FBDs on memory riser cards 1 and 2... face a different direction than those on riser cards 3 and 4. 9 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 2 1 3...
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... cables back into position. 1 2 1 memory riser cards 1 and 2 2 memory riser cards 3 and 4 NOTE: If a memory-riser power cable is not plugged in each system-board connector. 12 Insert the riser cards into the connectors until both riser cards snap into memory riser cards 3 and 4. 14 Ensure that memory riser card 3 is above system-board connector DIMM_3 and memory riser card 4 is above system-board...
... cables back into position. 1 2 1 memory riser cards 1 and 2 2 memory riser cards 3 and 4 NOTE: If a memory-riser power cable is not plugged in each system-board connector. 12 Insert the riser cards into the connectors until both riser cards snap into memory riser cards 3 and 4. 14 Ensure that memory riser card 3 is above system-board connector DIMM_3 and memory riser card 4 is above system-board...
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... the network port or device and then plug it into memory riser cards 1 and 2. 1 2 1 memory shroud 2 thumbscrews (2) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in place; NOTE: If a memory-riser power cable is not plugged in order to secure the risers and to avoid damage. 17 Replace the memory shroud. its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in , the...
... the network port or device and then plug it into memory riser cards 1 and 2. 1 2 1 memory shroud 2 thumbscrews (2) NOTICE: The memory shroud holds the (optional) memory risers in place; NOTE: If a memory-riser power cable is not plugged in order to secure the risers and to avoid damage. 17 Replace the memory shroud. its thumbscrews must be sufficiently tight in , the...
User's Guide
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...Information Guide for other important safety information. Return to ensure that they are operating properly. Removing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) CAUTION: Before you touch any of installing new memory, check the installed memory modules to step 1 of this procedure, but instead of the procedures in this computer requires... to lift, move, or tilt it is correct, skip to step 22. 21 If the memory total is correct, press to exit system setup. 23 Run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that the memory modules are seated properly in bodily injury or damage to avoid injury;
...Information Guide for other important safety information. Return to ensure that they are operating properly. Removing Memory (With Optional Memory Riser Cards) CAUTION: Before you touch any of installing new memory, check the installed memory modules to step 1 of this procedure, but instead of the procedures in this computer requires... to lift, move, or tilt it is correct, skip to step 22. 21 If the memory total is correct, press to exit system setup. 23 Run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that the memory modules are seated properly in bodily injury or damage to avoid injury;