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... designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system . . . . . 68 A solid blue screen appears 68 Other software problems 69 Media Card Reader Problems 70 Memory Problems 71 Mouse Problems 72 Network Problems 73 Power Problems 74 Printer Problems 75 Scanner Problems 76 Contents 5
... designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system . . . . . 68 A solid blue screen appears 68 Other software problems 69 Media Card Reader Problems 70 Memory Problems 71 Mouse Problems 72 Network Problems 73 Power Problems 74 Printer Problems 75 Scanner Problems 76 Contents 5
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... the Computer Cover 103 Inside View of Your Computer 105 System Board Components 106 Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . 108 Memory 112 Memory Installation Guidelines 112 Installing Memory 113 Removing Memory 115 Cards 116 PCI and PCI Express Cards 116 Bezel 123 Removing the Bezel 123 Replacing the Bezel 125 Drives 126 Recommended...
... the Computer Cover 103 Inside View of Your Computer 105 System Board Components 106 Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . 108 Memory 112 Memory Installation Guidelines 112 Installing Memory 113 Removing Memory 115 Cards 116 PCI and PCI Express Cards 116 Bezel 123 Removing the Bezel 123 Replacing the Bezel 125 Drives 126 Recommended...
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...correct operation of your 5 Under Select a Device, scroll to System configuration. and Configuration Utilities, and click Dell Desktop System Software. Computer documentation, details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - DSS is... 13 support.dell.com tips, articles from technicians, and online courses, frequently asked questions • Community - The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the 1 Go to view the appropriate support site. components, such as memory, the hard...
...correct operation of your 5 Under Select a Device, scroll to System configuration. and Configuration Utilities, and click Dell Desktop System Software. Computer documentation, details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - DSS is... 13 support.dell.com tips, articles from technicians, and online courses, frequently asked questions • Community - The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the 1 Go to view the appropriate support site. components, such as memory, the hard...
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Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the speakers are muted, you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties: Windows XP 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Under Pick a task..., click Change the ...
Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the speakers are muted, you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties: Windows XP 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Under Pick a task..., click Change the ...
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... Using a Media Card Reader (Optional) Use the Media Card Reader to transfer data directly to its maximum capacity; The Media Card Reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture Card • SmartMedia (SMC) • CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) • MicroDrive Card •... SecureDigital Card (SD) • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) For information on installing a Media Card Reader, see "Installing a Media Card Reader" on the CD-RW and try again. •...
... Using a Media Card Reader (Optional) Use the Media Card Reader to transfer data directly to its maximum capacity; The Media Card Reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture Card • SmartMedia (SMC) • CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) • MicroDrive Card •... SecureDigital Card (SD) • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) For information on installing a Media Card Reader, see "Installing a Media Card Reader" on the CD-RW and try again. •...
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1 2 3 4 1 xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia (SMC) 2 CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) and MicroDrive Card 4 SecureDigital Card (SD)/ MultiMediaCard (MMC) 3 Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) 32 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
1 2 3 4 1 xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia (SMC) 2 CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) and MicroDrive Card 4 SecureDigital Card (SD)/ MultiMediaCard (MMC) 3 Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) 32 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
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... the state it was in hibernate mode, pressing a key on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by . To immediately activate standby mode...
... the state it was in hibernate mode, pressing a key on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by . To immediately activate standby mode...
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... in hibernate mode. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it entered hibernate mode.
... in hibernate mode. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it entered hibernate mode.
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... essential file. The drive cannot read the disk. Insert a disk into the drive and try again. S YS T E M D I A - O P E R A T I S N O T R E A D Y - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 187). T H E D E V I C E I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - CLOSE SOME PROGRAMS AND TRY A G A I R E D . NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. A R E Q U I N - The program that you are trying to remove. 3 Click Uninstall. 4 See the program documentation for installation instructions...
... essential file. The drive cannot read the disk. Insert a disk into the drive and try again. S YS T E M D I A - O P E R A T I S N O T R E A D Y - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 187). T H E D E V I C E I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - CLOSE SOME PROGRAMS AND TRY A G A I R E D . NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. A R E Q U I N - The program that you are trying to remove. 3 Click Uninstall. 4 See the program documentation for installation instructions...
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...is not running, check to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 86). Solving Problems 71 Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any open files and exit any of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 169. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see if that your computer is... enabled in the BIOS setup. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see "Memory Installation Guidelines" on page 113...
...is not running, check to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 86). Solving Problems 71 Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any open files and exit any of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 169. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see if that your computer is... enabled in the BIOS setup. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see "Memory Installation Guidelines" on page 113...
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... connection information. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is receiving electrical power, a device might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card" on page 111). • Remove and then reinstall any of interference are securely connected to the same electrical...
... connection information. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is receiving electrical power, a device might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card" on page 111). • Remove and then reinstall any of interference are securely connected to the same electrical...
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... if applicable (see "Cards" on page 106). - One possible beep code consists of repetitive three short beeps. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "System Board Components" on page 116). - Ensure that the computer encountered a possible motherboard failure. Remove and then reinstall any... electrical power, a device might emit a series of beeps during startup: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to the system board (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 111). - Beep Codes Your computer might be a power problem or an internal device malfunction. -
... if applicable (see "Cards" on page 106). - One possible beep code consists of repetitive three short beeps. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "System Board Components" on page 116). - Ensure that the computer encountered a possible motherboard failure. Remove and then reinstall any... electrical power, a device might emit a series of beeps during startup: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to the system board (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 111). - Beep Codes Your computer might be a power problem or an internal device malfunction. -
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... modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Installing Memory" on page 150). If the problem persists, contact Dell. 6 Video BIOS Test Failure Contact Dell. 7 CPU cache test failure Contact Dell. Verify that the memory modules that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist (see "Replacing the battery failure or motherboard Battery" on page...
... modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Installing Memory" on page 150). If the problem persists, contact Dell. 6 Video BIOS Test Failure Contact Dell. 7 CPU cache test failure Contact Dell. Verify that the memory modules that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist (see "Replacing the battery failure or motherboard Battery" on page...
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...to wait until you select Test System to run . Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Runs the stand-alone memory test Runs System Diagnostics Exits the Diagnostics Troubleshooting Tools 87 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers ...and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, ...
...to wait until you select Test System to run . Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Runs the stand-alone memory test Runs System Diagnostics Exits the Diagnostics Troubleshooting Tools 87 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers ...and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, ...
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... Tools 89 The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer. All devices require a driver program. Dell ships your computer to you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu... appropriate for operating systems that use the device. Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your hardware configuration for all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. You may...
... Tools 89 The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer. All devices require a driver program. Dell ships your computer to you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu... appropriate for operating systems that use the device. Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your hardware configuration for all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. You may...
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System Board Components 31 30 29 28 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 27 9 26 10 11 25 12 24 13 23 22 21 20 14 19 18 17 16 15 1 processor socket (CPU) 2 processor fan connector (CPU_FAN) 3 memory module connector (DIMM_1) 4 memory module 5 memory module 6 memory module connector (DIMM_2) connector (DIMM_3) connector (DIMM_4) 7 main power connector 8 floppy drive connector 9 battery socket (ATX_POWER) (FLOPPY) 106 Removing and Installing Parts
System Board Components 31 30 29 28 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 27 9 26 10 11 25 12 24 13 23 22 21 20 14 19 18 17 16 15 1 processor socket (CPU) 2 processor fan connector (CPU_FAN) 3 memory module connector (DIMM_1) 4 memory module 5 memory module 6 memory module connector (DIMM_2) connector (DIMM_3) connector (DIMM_4) 7 main power connector 8 floppy drive connector 9 battery socket (ATX_POWER) (FLOPPY) 106 Removing and Installing Parts
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...example, if you must be installed in performance. (See the label on the system board. Memory Installation Guidelines • DIMM connectors must install it in connector DIMM_1. • For best performance, memory modules should be populated in numerical order beginning with a slight reduction in pairs of DDR2 ...533-MHz and DDR2 667-MHz and 800 MHz memory, the modules function at the slowest speed installed. 112 Removing and Installing Parts If the memory modules are not installed in matched pairs, the computer will operate, but with connectors ...
...example, if you must be installed in performance. (See the label on the system board. Memory Installation Guidelines • DIMM connectors must install it in connector DIMM_1. • For best performance, memory modules should be populated in numerical order beginning with a slight reduction in pairs of DDR2 ...533-MHz and DDR2 667-MHz and 800 MHz memory, the modules function at the slowest speed installed. 112 Removing and Installing Parts If the memory modules are not installed in matched pairs, the computer will operate, but with connectors ...
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...and DIMM_3 2 Pair B: matched pair of your computer's electronic components. See "Cards" on the computer chassis. NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer may have, even if you purchased the new modules from your body before you touch any of... your computer, discharge static electricity from Dell. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you must remove the PCI Express X16 card. CAUTION: Before installing memory, you begin any of memory modules in connectors DIMM_2 and DIMM_4 NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules in pairs either in the Product...
...and DIMM_3 2 Pair B: matched pair of your computer's electronic components. See "Cards" on the computer chassis. NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer may have, even if you purchased the new modules from your body before you touch any of... your computer, discharge static electricity from Dell. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you must remove the PCI Express X16 card. CAUTION: Before installing memory, you begin any of memory modules in connectors DIMM_2 and DIMM_4 NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules in pairs either in the Product...
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1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 101. 2 Press the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 1 2 3 1 memory connector (DIMM_1) 2 securing clips (2) 3 connector 3 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 3 2 1 4 1 cutouts (2) 3 notch 2 memory module 4 crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the module. 114 Removing and Installing Parts
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 101. 2 Press the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 1 2 3 1 memory connector (DIMM_1) 2 securing clips (2) 3 connector 3 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 3 2 1 4 1 cutouts (2) 3 notch 2 memory module 4 crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the module. 114 Removing and Installing Parts
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...safety instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 101. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. CAUTION: Before removing memory, you begin any of your computer and devices to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before...prevent static damage to electrical outlets, and turn them on the computer chassis. 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you must remove the PCI Express X16 card. 4 Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into the ...
...safety instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 101. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. CAUTION: Before removing memory, you begin any of your computer and devices to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before...prevent static damage to electrical outlets, and turn them on the computer chassis. 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you must remove the PCI Express X16 card. 4 Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into the ...