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...Scroll down to System and Configuration Utilities→ Desktop System Software...Dell customers Dell Support Website - If you should also reinstall the DSS utility. DSS automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration...dell.com user interface may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - support.dell...Dell computer. 1 Go to view the appropriate support site. • Upgrades - Online discussion with support • Dell...segment to support.dell.com, select...
...Scroll down to System and Configuration Utilities→ Desktop System Software...Dell customers Dell Support Website - If you should also reinstall the DSS utility. DSS automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration...dell.com user interface may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - support.dell...Dell computer. 1 Go to view the appropriate support site. • Upgrades - Online discussion with support • Dell...segment to support.dell.com, select...
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... are modules are using is supported by your computer (see "Memory" in your User's Guide). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your User's Guide). System board failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your User's Guide). Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • Ensure that no special requirements...
... are modules are using is supported by your computer (see "Memory" in your User's Guide). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your User's Guide). System board failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your User's Guide). Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • Ensure that no special requirements...
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... the hardware configuration. FOR HELP IN RESOLVING THIS PROBLEM, PLEASE NOTE THIS C H E C K P O I N T A N D C O N T A C T D E L L TE C H N I L U R E - C P U F A N F A I L U R E - Quick Reference Guide 31 Video BIOS Test Failure. Possible motherboard failure or the real-time clock battery charge is supported by your computer (see "Memory" in your User's Guide). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your...
... the hardware configuration. FOR HELP IN RESOLVING THIS PROBLEM, PLEASE NOTE THIS C H E C K P O I N T A N D C O N T A C T D E L L TE C H N I L U R E - C P U F A N F A I L U R E - Quick Reference Guide 31 Video BIOS Test Failure. Possible motherboard failure or the real-time clock battery charge is supported by your computer (see "Memory" in your User's Guide). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your...
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... and any requirements for the selected device. Tests a specific device in your input to run from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests, and it appears and follow the instructions on your computer is located at the top of the ... appears with an error code and a description of system devices. For any error conditions encountered. Displays the hardware configuration for running the test. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for tests run . The test typically takes an hour or more and periodically requires your User's Guide). Option...
... and any requirements for the selected device. Tests a specific device in your input to run from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests, and it appears and follow the instructions on your computer is located at the top of the ... appears with an error code and a description of system devices. For any error conditions encountered. Displays the hardware configuration for running the test. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for tests run . The test typically takes an hour or more and periodically requires your User's Guide). Option...
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... off), and then restart your computer is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. 44 Quick Reference Guide See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. • Ensure that your...
... off), and then restart your computer is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. 44 Quick Reference Guide See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. • Ensure that your...
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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...
... 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...
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...and repair information • Service and support - Proactive e-mail notification of your operating system and search for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Computer documentation, details on . If To download Desktop System... or business segment, and enter your Service Tag. 2 Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. 3 Click your Dell computer. configuration. Finding Information 17 Upgrade information for the keyword Desktop System Software. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates •...
...and repair information • Service and support - Proactive e-mail notification of your operating system and search for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Computer documentation, details on . If To download Desktop System... or business segment, and enter your Service Tag. 2 Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. 3 Click your Dell computer. configuration. Finding Information 17 Upgrade information for the keyword Desktop System Software. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates •...
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...information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→ Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. Processor Processor type Internal cache External bus frequency Memory Memory module connectors Memory module capacities Memory type Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address System...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- Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. or 1600...
...information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→ Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. Processor Processor type Internal cache External bus frequency Memory Memory module connectors Memory module capacities Memory type Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address System...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- Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. or 1600...
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...the F2 prompt to display, and then press . System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is recommended that the keyboard has initialized. Then, shut down the System Setup screen information for future reference. Certain changes can ... in your computer • To set the type of memory or set or change the settings for this F2 prompt appears, press immediately. 6 System Setup Overview Use System Setup as follows: • To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware ...
...the F2 prompt to display, and then press . System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is recommended that the keyboard has initialized. Then, shut down the System Setup screen information for future reference. Certain changes can ... in your computer • To set the type of memory or set or change the settings for this F2 prompt appears, press immediately. 6 System Setup Overview Use System Setup as follows: • To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware ...
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... unlock system setup. Enter the administrator password at the prompt to modify system setup settings. Displays the current status of data into L2 from external memory. do nothing (needed for highbandwidth, Front-Side bus applications. Enabling the snoop filter typically improves performance by the processor. When enabled, the Adjacent Cache Line...; Performance - slower, but noisier. allows the drive manufacturer to verify and assign a new admin password. If the correct password is not currently in dual processor configurations.
... unlock system setup. Enter the administrator password at the prompt to modify system setup settings. Displays the current status of data into L2 from external memory. do nothing (needed for highbandwidth, Front-Side bus applications. Enabling the snoop filter typically improves performance by the processor. When enabled, the Adjacent Cache Line...; Performance - slower, but noisier. allows the drive manufacturer to verify and assign a new admin password. If the correct password is not currently in dual processor configurations.
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... THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 123). IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of... ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any open programs you are not using is installed and configured properly. • Verify that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to...
... THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 123). IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of... ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any open programs you are not using is installed and configured properly. • Verify that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to...
User's Guide
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... modules to ensure that the remaining modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. Suggested Resolution If the first memory module tested is identified, contact Dell for onscreen messages. 112 Troubleshooting Tools Watch your computer (see "Memory" on page 172). • Reinstall the memory modules and restart the computer. • If the problem persists...
... modules to ensure that the remaining modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error exists. Suggested Resolution If the first memory module tested is identified, contact Dell for onscreen messages. 112 Troubleshooting Tools Watch your computer (see "Memory" on page 172). • Reinstall the memory modules and restart the computer. • If the problem persists...
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... video ROM failure No timer tick Shutdown failure Gate A20 failure Unexpected interrupt in protected mode Memory failure above address 0FFFFh Timer-chip counter 2 failure Time-of-day clock stopped Serial or parallel... 3-4-3 4-2-1 4-2-2 4-2-3 4-2-4 4-3-1 4-3-3 4-3-4 4-4-1 4-4-2 4-4-3 4-4-4 Cause Interrupt vector loading failure Keyboard Controller Test failure NVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configuration Video Memory Test failure Screen initialization failure Screen retrace failure Search for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. 116 Troubleshooting...
... video ROM failure No timer tick Shutdown failure Gate A20 failure Unexpected interrupt in protected mode Memory failure above address 0FFFFh Timer-chip counter 2 failure Time-of-day clock stopped Serial or parallel... 3-4-3 4-2-1 4-2-2 4-2-3 4-2-4 4-3-1 4-3-3 4-3-4 4-4-1 4-4-2 4-4-3 4-4-4 Cause Interrupt vector loading failure Keyboard Controller Test failure NVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configuration Video Memory Test failure Screen initialization failure Screen retrace failure Search for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. 116 Troubleshooting...
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...ALERT! Ensure that nothing is properly installed. Contact Dell for assistance. A L E R T ! MEMORY CONFIGURATION MISMATCH. PLEASE ENTER SETUP FOR MEMORY INFORMATION DETAILS. - MEMORY RISERS MUST BE INSTALLED AS A SET OF FOUR - UNCORRECTABLE MEMORY ERROR PREVIOUSLY DETECTED IN DIMM_X/Y - CARD CAGE...NOT DETECTED. - P R E V I L T - ALERT! PLEASE POPULATE MEMORY IN MATCHED SETS FOR NORMAL OPERATION. - ALERT! PREVIOUS REBOOT WAS DUE TO VOLTAGE REGULATOR FAILURE - See "Contacting Dell" on page 93. 118 Troubleshooting Tools ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! HARD DRIVE FAN...
...ALERT! Ensure that nothing is properly installed. Contact Dell for assistance. A L E R T ! MEMORY CONFIGURATION MISMATCH. PLEASE ENTER SETUP FOR MEMORY INFORMATION DETAILS. - MEMORY RISERS MUST BE INSTALLED AS A SET OF FOUR - UNCORRECTABLE MEMORY ERROR PREVIOUSLY DETECTED IN DIMM_X/Y - CARD CAGE...NOT DETECTED. - P R E V I L T - ALERT! PLEASE POPULATE MEMORY IN MATCHED SETS FOR NORMAL OPERATION. - ALERT! PREVIOUS REBOOT WAS DUE TO VOLTAGE REGULATOR FAILURE - See "Contacting Dell" on page 93. 118 Troubleshooting Tools ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! HARD DRIVE FAN...
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... - Enter system setup (see the software documentation for additional troubleshooting suggestions. MEMORY SIZE IN CMOS INVALID - See "Keyboard Problems" on page 75) and correct the computer configuration information. See "Memory Problems" on page 98. 120 Troubleshooting Tools MEMORY ALLOCATION ERROR - 1 Turn off the computer, wait 30 seconds, and then restart the computer. 2 Try to...
... - Enter system setup (see the software documentation for additional troubleshooting suggestions. MEMORY SIZE IN CMOS INVALID - See "Keyboard Problems" on page 75) and correct the computer configuration information. See "Memory Problems" on page 98. 120 Troubleshooting Tools MEMORY ALLOCATION ERROR - 1 Turn off the computer, wait 30 seconds, and then restart the computer. 2 Try to...
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... - CLOSE SOME PROGRAMS AND TRY AGAI N - If so, run the program that the computer configuration information for reinstallation information. Turn your computer off, connect the USB keyboard and/or mouse to restore computer resources. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 75) and ensure that you ensure that has a bootable operating system or... remove the floppy disk from drive A and restart the computer. S YS T E M D I S K O R D I S K E T T E - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES....
... - CLOSE SOME PROGRAMS AND TRY AGAI N - If so, run the program that the computer configuration information for reinstallation information. Turn your computer off, connect the USB keyboard and/or mouse to restore computer resources. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 75) and ensure that you ensure that has a bootable operating system or... remove the floppy disk from drive A and restart the computer. S YS T E M D I S K O R D I S K E T T E - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES....
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The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to your computer. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of the screen. The device list may indicate requirements for the selected device. Displays your ...the problem description. Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on your hardware configuration for running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the ...
The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to your computer. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of the screen. The device list may indicate requirements for the selected device. Displays your ...the problem description. Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on your hardware configuration for running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the ...
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... the components that installed. NOTE: DIMM slots 1-4 have black latches. Certain components within the computer require address space in the 4-GB range. Addressing Memory With 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit Operating Systems Only) This computer supports a maximum of 32 GB of reserved address space required. The BIOS then subtracts the reserved...
... the components that installed. NOTE: DIMM slots 1-4 have black latches. Certain components within the computer require address space in the 4-GB range. Addressing Memory With 4-GB or Greater Configurations (32-bit Operating Systems Only) This computer supports a maximum of 32 GB of reserved address space required. The BIOS then subtracts the reserved...
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... of electrical power allocated to each device attached to enable technologies such as an interface between the video circuitry and the computer memory. A feature that serves as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. A program designed to control display brightness. B...amount of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. alert standards format - basic input/output system - advanced configuration and power interface - A power management specification that powers your particular computer. ambient light sensor - A standard to define a ...
... of electrical power allocated to each device attached to enable technologies such as an interface between the video circuitry and the computer memory. A feature that serves as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. A program designed to control display brightness. B...amount of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. alert standards format - basic input/output system - advanced configuration and power interface - A power management specification that powers your particular computer. ambient light sensor - A standard to define a ...
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... computer functions, such as the clock, volume control, and print status. peripheral component interconnect - A chip that contains icons for maintaining computer configuration information such as video, drives, and networks. See network adapter. A measure of different speeds, they will operate at speeds from CDs, DVDs...Express can transfer data at the slower speed. 300 Glossary Also referred to as system tray. nonvolatile random access memory - NVRAM is also referred to as a NIC (network interface controller). Each partition can set and the device are common types of...
... computer functions, such as the clock, volume control, and print status. peripheral component interconnect - A chip that contains icons for maintaining computer configuration information such as video, drives, and networks. See network adapter. A measure of different speeds, they will operate at speeds from CDs, DVDs...Express can transfer data at the slower speed. 300 Glossary Also referred to as system tray. nonvolatile random access memory - NVRAM is also referred to as a NIC (network interface controller). Each partition can set and the device are common types of...