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Contents 1 About Your Computer 7 Front View 7 Back View 8 Back Panel Connectors 9 2 Setting Up Your Computer 11 Quick Setup 11 Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure 16 Connecting to the Internet 18 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 18 Transferring Information to a New Computer 19 Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System . . . 19 Microsoft Windows Vista 23 3 Specifications 25 4 Troubleshooting 33 Tools 33 Power Lights 33 Beep Codes 33 Contents 3
Contents 1 About Your Computer 7 Front View 7 Back View 8 Back Panel Connectors 9 2 Setting Up Your Computer 11 Quick Setup 11 Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure 16 Connecting to the Internet 18 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 18 Transferring Information to a New Computer 19 Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System . . . 19 Microsoft Windows Vista 23 3 Specifications 25 4 Troubleshooting 33 Tools 33 Power Lights 33 Beep Codes 33 Contents 3
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Error Messages 35 System Messages 40 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 41 Dell Diagnostics 42 Troubleshooting Tips 44 Power Problems 44 Memory Problems 45 Lockups and Software Problems 46 Dell Technical Update Service 48 Dell Support Utility 48 5 Reinstalling Software 51 Drivers 51 Identifying Drivers 51 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 52 Restoring Your Operating System...
Error Messages 35 System Messages 40 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 41 Dell Diagnostics 42 Troubleshooting Tips 44 Power Problems 44 Memory Problems 45 Lockups and Software Problems 46 Dell Technical Update Service 48 Dell Support Utility 48 5 Reinstalling Software 51 Drivers 51 Identifying Drivers 51 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 52 Restoring Your Operating System...
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About Your Computer NOTE: For more information about the ports and connectors on your computer, see the Dell Technology Guide on your computer or at support.dell.com. Front View 1 2 3 13 4 5 6 7 12 8 11 9 10 1 optical drive 3 optical-drive eject button 5 USB 2.0 connectors (4) 7 headphone connector 9 power button, power light 11 front-panel door grip 13 optional optical-drive bays (2) 2 optical-drive panel 4 optional optical-drive eject buttons (2) 6 IEEE 1394 connector (optional) 8 microphone connector 10 drive activity light 12 FlexBay drive (optional) About Your Computer 7
About Your Computer NOTE: For more information about the ports and connectors on your computer, see the Dell Technology Guide on your computer or at support.dell.com. Front View 1 2 3 13 4 5 6 7 12 8 11 9 10 1 optical drive 3 optical-drive eject button 5 USB 2.0 connectors (4) 7 headphone connector 9 power button, power light 11 front-panel door grip 13 optional optical-drive bays (2) 2 optical-drive panel 4 optional optical-drive eject buttons (2) 6 IEEE 1394 connector (optional) 8 microphone connector 10 drive activity light 12 FlexBay drive (optional) About Your Computer 7
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Back View 1 8 7 6 5 2 3 4 1 power connector 3 security cable slot 5 expansion card slots 7 power supply light 2 power supply vent 4 padlock rings 6 back panel connectors 8 voltage selector switch 8 About Your Computer
Back View 1 8 7 6 5 2 3 4 1 power connector 3 security cable slot 5 expansion card slots 7 power supply light 2 power supply vent 4 padlock rings 6 back panel connectors 8 voltage selector switch 8 About Your Computer
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4 Connect the modem. 5 Connect the power cable(s). 14 Setting Up Your Computer
4 Connect the modem. 5 Connect the power cable(s). 14 Setting Up Your Computer
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6 Press the power buttons on the monitor and the computer. 7 Connect to your network. 4 5 3 2 6 1 1 Internet service 2 cable or DSL modem 3 wireless router 4 desktop computer with network adapter 5 desktop computer with USB wireless 6 USB wireless adapter adapter Setting Up Your Computer 15
6 Press the power buttons on the monitor and the computer. 7 Connect to your network. 4 5 3 2 6 1 1 Internet service 2 cable or DSL modem 3 wireless router 4 desktop computer with network adapter 5 desktop computer with USB wireless 6 USB wireless adapter adapter Setting Up Your Computer 15
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... drive Processor fan Chassis fan PCI 2.3 PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 Front panel control Front panel USB Front panel audio HDA header Processor Memory Power 12V Power one front-panel microphone connector one front-panel headphone connector six rear-panel connectors for 7.1 support six 7-pin connectors two 9-pin connector (supports four...
... drive Processor fan Chassis fan PCI 2.3 PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 Front panel control Front panel USB Front panel audio HDA header Processor Memory Power 12V Power one front-panel microphone connector one front-panel headphone connector six rear-panel connectors for 7.1 support six 7-pin connectors two 9-pin connector (supports four...
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... A blinking blue light indicates the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the SATA hard drive or CD/DVD. solid blue for power-on green light - A good connection exists between the network and the computer on a 10/100 Mbps connection. orange light - The ...Mbps connection. Drive activity light blue light - Rear of computer: Power button push button Power light blue light - blinking blue in sleep state; This could be a system board or a power supply problem (see "Power Problems" on yellow blinking light integrated network adapter) Specifications 29 ...
... A blinking blue light indicates the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the SATA hard drive or CD/DVD. solid blue for power-on green light - A good connection exists between the network and the computer on a 10/100 Mbps connection. orange light - The ...Mbps connection. Drive activity light blue light - Rear of computer: Power button push button Power light blue light - blinking blue in sleep state; This could be a system board or a power supply problem (see "Power Problems" on yellow blinking light integrated network adapter) Specifications 29 ...
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...% (equivalent to 20 in/sec [51 cm/sec]) 105 G +/- 5% with pulse duration of 2 msec +/- 10% (equivalent to 50 in/sec [127 cm/sec]) 30 Specifications Power DC power supply: Wattage 350 W Maximum heat dissipation 188 W (350-W power supply) (MHD) NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by using the...
...% (equivalent to 20 in/sec [51 cm/sec]) 105 G +/- 5% with pulse duration of 2 msec +/- 10% (equivalent to 50 in/sec [127 cm/sec]) 30 Specifications Power DC power supply: Wattage 350 W Maximum heat dissipation 188 W (350-W power supply) (MHD) NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by using the...
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...a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to indicate different states: • If the power light is off, the computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • If the power light is steady blue and the computer is not responding, ensure ...computer. CAUTION: Before you that shipped with your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. Tools Power Lights The two-color power-button light located on . • If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is steady amber, there may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. •...
...a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to indicate different states: • If the power light is off, the computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • If the power light is steady blue and the computer is not responding, ensure ...computer. CAUTION: Before you that shipped with your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. Tools Power Lights The two-color power-button light located on . • If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is steady amber, there may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. •...
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...during harddrive start test (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). No bootable partition on page 69 for assistance. Use external power source for assistance). Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems If ...a device is either not detected during hard drive POST. See your Service Manual at support.dell.com. Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose. A PARAMETER OUT OF RANGE MAY OR M A Y N O T I N D I C A T E A P O T E N...
...during harddrive start test (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). No bootable partition on page 69 for assistance. Use external power source for assistance). Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems If ...a device is either not detected during hard drive POST. See your Service Manual at support.dell.com. Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose. A PARAMETER OUT OF RANGE MAY OR M A Y N O T I N D I C A T E A P O T E N...
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..., ensure that shipped with another device, such as a lamp. • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are turned on the screen. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S O F F - 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test that you want to run, and follow the safety information...the device is correctly installed (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 44 Troubleshooting The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable in the power connector on the back of the procedures in this document were written...
..., ensure that shipped with another device, such as a lamp. • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are turned on the screen. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S O F F - 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test that you want to run, and follow the safety information...the device is correctly installed (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 44 Troubleshooting The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable in the power connector on the back of the procedures in this document were written...
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... (see "Beep Codes" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close ... A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N T E R F E R E N C E - Press a key on page 33. Troubleshooting 45 The computer is securely connected to the system board power connector (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). • Ensure that the main power cable and the front panel cable are securely connected to the system board connector (see your Service Manual at...
... (see "Beep Codes" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close ... A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N T E R F E R E N C E - Press a key on page 33. Troubleshooting 45 The computer is securely connected to the system board power connector (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). • Ensure that the main power cable and the front panel cable are securely connected to the system board connector (see your Service Manual at...
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... page 42). If you are unable to get a response by your computer, see "Memory" on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to ensure that your computer is no longer responding, and click End Task. C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N - A...are unable to select the program that shipped with the memory. • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Dell Diagnostics" on a floppy disk, CD, or DVD. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 46 Troubleshooting A program crashes ...
... page 42). If you are unable to get a response by your computer, see "Memory" on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to ensure that your computer is no longer responding, and click End Task. C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N - A...are unable to select the program that shipped with the memory. • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Dell Diagnostics" on a floppy disk, CD, or DVD. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 46 Troubleshooting A program crashes ...
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If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. ...
If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. ...
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... cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Call Dell Support from all countries. For instructions on using the Dell Support, see "Contacting Dell" on page 64 for a ...the problem: 1 See "Troubleshooting Tips" on page 64. Getting Help 63 See "Online Services" on page 69. When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your computer. If you can assist you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. If you experience a problem with...
... cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Call Dell Support from all countries. For instructions on using the Dell Support, see "Contacting Dell" on page 64 for a ...the problem: 1 See "Troubleshooting Tips" on page 64. Getting Help 63 See "Online Services" on page 69. When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your computer. If you can assist you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. If you experience a problem with...
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... Warranty Repair or Credit Prepare all items being returned (power cables, software floppy disks, guides, and so on the outside of the preceding requirements will be returned in the original (or equivalent) packing materials. For the telephone number to a sales specialist, see "Contacting Dell" on page 69. For the telephone number to...
... Warranty Repair or Credit Prepare all items being returned (power cables, software floppy disks, guides, and so on the outside of the preceding requirements will be returned in the original (or equivalent) packing materials. For the telephone number to a sales specialist, see "Contacting Dell" on page 69. For the telephone number to...
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...connecting Internet, 18 monitor, 11 network, 15 power cables, 14 contacting Dell, 63, 69 D Dell contacting, 63, 69 Factory Image Restore, 56 software updates, 48 Support Utility, 48 technical support and customer service, 64 Technical Update Service, 48 Dell Diagnostics, 42 starting from the Drivers and Utilities... media, 43 starting from your hard drive, 43 Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 Dell Technology Guide, 62 DellConnect, 64 Desktop System Software, 61 diagnostics beep codes, 33 Dell, 42 documentation, 61 Dell Technology Guide, 62 Service Manual, 62 drivers, 51 Drivers and...
...connecting Internet, 18 monitor, 11 network, 15 power cables, 14 contacting Dell, 63, 69 D Dell contacting, 63, 69 Factory Image Restore, 56 software updates, 48 Support Utility, 48 technical support and customer service, 64 Technical Update Service, 48 Dell Diagnostics, 42 starting from the Drivers and Utilities... media, 43 starting from your hard drive, 43 Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 Dell Technology Guide, 62 DellConnect, 64 Desktop System Software, 61 diagnostics beep codes, 33 Dell, 42 documentation, 61 Dell Technology Guide, 62 Service Manual, 62 drivers, 51 Drivers and...
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...61 I Internet connecting, 18 setting up, 18 M media Drivers and Utilities, 61 operating system, 61 memory troubleshooting, 45 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 56 media, 59 PC Restore, 56 reinstalling, 61 System Restore, 54 Operating System media, 61 operating system product key,... 62 P PC Restore, 56 phone numbers, 69 power power light conditions, 44 troubleshooting, 44 problems restore to previous state, 54 R reinstalling drivers and utilities, 52 software, 51 S S.M.A.R.T, 41 Service ...
...61 I Internet connecting, 18 setting up, 18 M media Drivers and Utilities, 61 operating system, 61 memory troubleshooting, 45 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 56 media, 59 PC Restore, 56 reinstalling, 61 System Restore, 54 Operating System media, 61 operating system product key,... 62 P PC Restore, 56 phone numbers, 69 power power light conditions, 44 troubleshooting, 44 problems restore to previous state, 54 R reinstalling drivers and utilities, 52 software, 51 S S.M.A.R.T, 41 Service ...
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...connectors, 27 controls and lights, 29 drives, 27 environmental, 30 expansion bus, 26 memory, 25 physical, 30 power, 30 processor, 25 video, 26 support, 63 contacting Dell, 69 DellConnect, 64 online services, 64 regional, 64 technical support and customer service, 64 System Restore, 54 ...to a new computer, 19 troubleshooting, 33, 62 blue screen, 47 computer not responding, 46 Dell Diagnostics, 42 error messages, 35 memory, 45 power, 44 troubleshooting (continued) power light conditions, 44 power lights, 33 program crashes, 46 programs and Windows compatibility, 47 restore to previous state, 54 ...
...connectors, 27 controls and lights, 29 drives, 27 environmental, 30 expansion bus, 26 memory, 25 physical, 30 power, 30 processor, 25 video, 26 support, 63 contacting Dell, 69 DellConnect, 64 online services, 64 regional, 64 technical support and customer service, 64 System Restore, 54 ...to a new computer, 19 troubleshooting, 33, 62 blue screen, 47 computer not responding, 46 Dell Diagnostics, 42 error messages, 35 memory, 45 power, 44 troubleshooting (continued) power light conditions, 44 power lights, 33 program crashes, 46 programs and Windows compatibility, 47 restore to previous state, 54 ...