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Dell™ Dimension™ 9150 Owner's Manual Service Tag CD or DVD eject button CD or DVD activity light FlexBays (2) for optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader microphone connector headphone connector diagnostic lights hard-drive activity light power button USB 2.0 connectors (2) cover latch release power connector sound-card connectors (5) network adapter USB 2.0 connectors (5) card slots for PCI Express x1 (1), PCI Express x16 (1), PCI Express x4 (1), PCI (3) Model DCTA www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Dell™ Dimension™ 9150 Owner's Manual Service Tag CD or DVD eject button CD or DVD activity light FlexBays (2) for optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader microphone connector headphone connector diagnostic lights hard-drive activity light power button USB 2.0 connectors (2) cover latch release power connector sound-card connectors (5) network adapter USB 2.0 connectors (5) card slots for PCI Express x1 (1), PCI Express x16 (1), PCI Express x4 (1), PCI (3) Model DCTA www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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... problem. Information in trademarks and trade names other than its own. Intel and Pentium, and Intel SpeedStep are registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of Intel Corporation; ...entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Microsoft, Windows, and Outlook are registered trademarks of your computer. All rights reserved. Dell Inc. Model DCTA August 2006 P/N WD722 Rev. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death....
... problem. Information in trademarks and trade names other than its own. Intel and Pentium, and Intel SpeedStep are registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of Intel Corporation; ...entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Microsoft, Windows, and Outlook are registered trademarks of your computer. All rights reserved. Dell Inc. Model DCTA August 2006 P/N WD722 Rev. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death....
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Contents Finding Information 9 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 Setting Up a Printer 13 Printer Cable 13 Connecting a USB Printer 14 Connecting to the Internet 14 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 15 Playing CDs and DVDs 16 Adjusting the Volume 17 Adjusting the Picture 18 Copying CDs and DVDs 18 How to Copy a CD or DVD 18 Using Blank CDs and DVDs 19 Helpful Tips 20 Using a Media Card Reader (Optional 20 Connecting Two Monitors 21 Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors 22 Connecting One Monitor With a VGA Connector and One Monitor With a DVI Connector 22 ...
Contents Finding Information 9 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 Setting Up a Printer 13 Printer Cable 13 Connecting a USB Printer 14 Connecting to the Internet 14 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 15 Playing CDs and DVDs 16 Adjusting the Volume 17 Adjusting the Picture 18 Copying CDs and DVDs 18 How to Copy a CD or DVD 18 Using Blank CDs and DVDs 19 Helpful Tips 20 Using a Media Card Reader (Optional 20 Connecting Two Monitors 21 Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors 22 Connecting One Monitor With a VGA Connector and One Monitor With a DVI Connector 22 ...
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Hyper-Threading 27 About Your RAID Configuration 28 RAID Level 0 Configuration 28 RAID Level 1 Configuration 29 Configuring Your Computer for RAID 29 Configuring for RAID Using the Intel® RAID Option ROM Utility 30 Configuring for RAID Using the Intel® Application Accelerator 32 Understanding Intel® Viiv™ Technology (Optional 35 Using Intel® Viiv™ Quick Resume Technology (Optional 36 Enabling the QRT Feature in System Setup 36 Enabling the QRT feature in the Operating system 36 2 Solving Problems 37 Troubleshooting Tips 37 Battery Problems 37 Drive...
Hyper-Threading 27 About Your RAID Configuration 28 RAID Level 0 Configuration 28 RAID Level 1 Configuration 29 Configuring Your Computer for RAID 29 Configuring for RAID Using the Intel® RAID Option ROM Utility 30 Configuring for RAID Using the Intel® Application Accelerator 32 Understanding Intel® Viiv™ Technology (Optional 35 Using Intel® Viiv™ Quick Resume Technology (Optional 36 Enabling the QRT Feature in System Setup 36 Enabling the QRT feature in the Operating system 36 2 Solving Problems 37 Troubleshooting Tips 37 Battery Problems 37 Drive...
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...50 If the screen is blank 50 If the screen is difficult to read 51 3 Troubleshooting Tools 53 Diagnostic Lights 53 Dell Diagnostics 56 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 56 Drivers 57 What Is a Driver 57 Identifying Drivers 58 Reinstalling Drivers 58 Resolving Software and Hardware ...Incompatibilities 59 Restoring Your Operating System 59 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 60 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 61 4 Removing and Installing Parts 63 Before You Begin 63 Recommended Tools 63 Turn Off ...
...50 If the screen is blank 50 If the screen is difficult to read 51 3 Troubleshooting Tools 53 Diagnostic Lights 53 Dell Diagnostics 56 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 56 Drivers 57 What Is a Driver 57 Identifying Drivers 58 Reinstalling Drivers 58 Resolving Software and Hardware ...Incompatibilities 59 Restoring Your Operating System 59 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 60 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 61 4 Removing and Installing Parts 63 Before You Begin 63 Recommended Tools 63 Turn Off ...
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Removing the Computer Cover 68 Inside View of Your Computer 70 System Board Components 71 Memory 72 Memory Overview 72 Installing Memory 74 Removing Memory 76 Cards 76 PCI Cards 77 PCI Express Cards 81 Drive Panels 89 Removing the Drive Panel 89 Removing the Drive-Panel Insert 90 Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert 90 Replacing the Drive Panel 91 Drives 92 General Installation Guidelines 92 Hard Drive 92 Removing a Hard Drive 93 Installing a Hard Drive 94 Adding a Second Hard Drive 95 Floppy Drive 96 Removing a Floppy Drive 96 Installing a Floppy Drive 98 Media Card Reader...
Removing the Computer Cover 68 Inside View of Your Computer 70 System Board Components 71 Memory 72 Memory Overview 72 Installing Memory 74 Removing Memory 76 Cards 76 PCI Cards 77 PCI Express Cards 81 Drive Panels 89 Removing the Drive Panel 89 Removing the Drive-Panel Insert 90 Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert 90 Replacing the Drive Panel 91 Drives 92 General Installation Guidelines 92 Hard Drive 92 Removing a Hard Drive 93 Installing a Hard Drive 94 Adding a Second Hard Drive 95 Floppy Drive 96 Removing a Floppy Drive 96 Installing a Floppy Drive 98 Media Card Reader...
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..." Software and Peripherals 124 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 124 FCC Notices (U.S. Only 124 Class A 125 Class B 125 FCC Identification Information 126 Contacting Dell 126 Index 145 Contents 7 5 Appendix 109 Specifications 109 System Setup 113 Overview 113 Entering System Setup 114 System Setup Options 116 Boot Sequence 119 Clearing... Forgotten Passwords 121 Clearing CMOS Settings 122 Cleaning Your Computer 122 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 122 Mouse 123 Floppy Drive 123 CDs and DVDs 123 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
..." Software and Peripherals 124 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 124 FCC Notices (U.S. Only 124 Class A 125 Class B 125 FCC Identification Information 126 Contacting Dell 126 Index 145 Contents 7 5 Appendix 109 Specifications 109 System Setup 113 Overview 113 Entering System Setup 114 System Setup Options 116 Boot Sequence 119 Clearing... Forgotten Passwords 121 Clearing CMOS Settings 122 Cleaning Your Computer 122 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 122 Mouse 123 Floppy Drive 123 CDs and DVDs 123 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
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Finding Information What Are You Looking For? • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Setup Diagram Finding Information 9 only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement • How to set up my computer Find it Here Dell™ Product Information Guide NOTE: This document is available as a PDF at support.dell.com.
Finding Information What Are You Looking For? • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Setup Diagram Finding Information 9 only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement • How to set up my computer Find it Here Dell™ Product Information Guide NOTE: This document is available as a PDF at support.dell.com.
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What Are You Looking For? • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find it Here Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. The Express Service Code is not available in all countries. 10 Finding Information
What Are You Looking For? • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find it Here Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. The Express Service Code is not available in all countries. 10 Finding Information
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..., and USB devices. DSS is necessary for correct operation of your operating system and support for your Dell computer. To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Downloads. 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model. 3 In the Download Category drop..., scroll to view the appropriate support site. • Community - Upgrade information for your region to System and Configuration Utilities, and click Dell Desktop System Software. Finding Information 11 Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - The website ...
..., and USB devices. DSS is necessary for correct operation of your operating system and support for your Dell computer. To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Downloads. 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model. 3 In the Download Category drop..., scroll to view the appropriate support site. • Community - Upgrade information for your region to System and Configuration Utilities, and click Dell Desktop System Software. Finding Information 11 Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - The website ...
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What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such as a modem) Find it Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. 12 Finding Information
What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such as a modem) Find it Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. 12 Finding Information
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If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your printer. Your printer may arrive in the computer box. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 See the documentation that it is compatible with your computer, the cable may not come with a USB cable. Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you purchase a cable separately, ensure that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load ...
If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your printer. Your printer may arrive in the computer box. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 See the documentation that it is compatible with your computer, the cable may not come with a USB cable. Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you purchase a cable separately, ensure that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load ...
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With a DSL connection, you can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup, if you need an add-in PCI modem expansion card. 14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer To connect to the Internet, you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. The USB connectors fit only one or more of the following Internet connection options: • Dial-up connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existing telephone line. USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB connector on printer ...
With a DSL connection, you can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup, if you need an add-in PCI modem expansion card. 14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer To connect to the Internet, you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. The USB connectors fit only one or more of the following Internet connection options: • Dial-up connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existing telephone line. USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB connector on printer ...
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Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an AOL or MSN connection: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click the Start button and click Internet Explorer. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. Contact your ISP to complete the setup. If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to complete the setup. If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet ...
Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an AOL or MSN connection: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click the Start button and click Internet Explorer. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. Contact your ISP to complete the setup. If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to complete the setup. If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet ...
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NOTE: Ensure that came with your computer. NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you are not using the drive. Playing CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Do not press down on the front of the drive. 2 Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray. 3 Press the eject button or gently push in the tray. To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to the previous track 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Keep the tray closed when you are playing CDs or DVDs. 1 Press the eject button on the CD or DVD tray when you create CDs. A CD player includes the following basic ...
NOTE: Ensure that came with your computer. NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you are not using the drive. Playing CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Do not press down on the front of the drive. 2 Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray. 3 Press the eject button or gently push in the tray. To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to the previous track 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Keep the tray closed when you are playing CDs or DVDs. 1 Press the eject button on the CD or DVD tray when you create CDs. A CD player includes the following basic ...
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Eject Go to the next track A DVD player includes the following basic buttons: Stop Restart the current chapter Play Fast forward Pause Fast reverse Advance a single frame while in pause mode Go to the next title or chapter Continuously play the current title or chapter Go to increase or decrease the volume. For more information on playing CDs or DVDs, click Help on volume control options, click Help in the Volume Control column and slide it up or down to the previous title or chapter Eject For more information on the CD or DVD player (if available). Setting Up and Using Your ...
Eject Go to the next track A DVD player includes the following basic buttons: Stop Restart the current chapter Play Fast forward Pause Fast reverse Advance a single frame while in pause mode Go to the next title or chapter Continuously play the current title or chapter Go to increase or decrease the volume. For more information on playing CDs or DVDs, click Help on volume control options, click Help in the Volume Control column and slide it up or down to the previous title or chapter Eject For more information on the CD or DVD player (if available). Setting Up and Using Your ...
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...right corner of a CD or DVD. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to and may vary by Dell may not read DVD-RAM or DVD-R DL media. NOTE: The types of CD or DVD drives offered by country. The following instructions explain how...Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution. 4 In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in Dell™ computers can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for available software patches on your computer or backing up important data. If you have a CD-RW/DVD...
...right corner of a CD or DVD. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to and may vary by Dell may not read DVD-RAM or DVD-R DL media. NOTE: The types of CD or DVD drives offered by country. The following instructions explain how...Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution. 4 In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in Dell™ computers can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for available software patches on your computer or backing up important data. If you have a CD-RW/DVD...
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Use blank CD-Rs to permanently store large amounts of the disc creation process. Blank DVD+/-Rs can write to erase, rewrite, or update data on CDs. Use blank DVD+/-RWs if you may not be used to record music or permanently store data files. Using Blank CDs and DVDs CD-RW drives can write to CD recording media only (including high-speed CD-RW) while DVD-writable drives can be able to write to that disc later. When prompted, insert a blank CD or DVD into the drive and click OK. • If you have two CD or DVD drives, select the drive into which you cannot write to erase, ...
Use blank CD-Rs to permanently store large amounts of the disc creation process. Blank DVD+/-Rs can write to erase, rewrite, or update data on CDs. Use blank DVD+/-RWs if you may not be used to record music or permanently store data files. Using Blank CDs and DVDs CD-RW drives can write to CD recording media only (including high-speed CD-RW) while DVD-writable drives can be able to write to that disc later. When prompted, insert a blank CD or DVD into the drive and click OK. • If you have two CD or DVD drives, select the drive into which you cannot write to erase, ...
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You can also use blank CD-RWs to test music file projects before you can be played only on MP3 players or on the CD-RW and try again. 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) 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you make a mistake, you record the project permanently to a blank CD-R. • See the Sonic website at www.sonic.com for example, do ...
You can also use blank CD-RWs to test music file projects before you can be played only on MP3 players or on the CD-RW and try again. 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) 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you make a mistake, you record the project permanently to a blank CD-R. • See the Sonic website at www.sonic.com for example, do ...
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Connecting Two Monitors CAUTION: Before you encounter resistance, do not force the media or card. NOTE: If you are connecting two flat-panel monitors, at least one monitor (VGA or DVI) in addition to determine the proper orientation for insertion. 2 Slide the media or card into the appropriate slot until it is completely seated in the Product Information Guide. If you are connecting two monitors that have VGA connectors, you may connect only one of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the connector. If you are connecting a television, you must have...
Connecting Two Monitors CAUTION: Before you encounter resistance, do not force the media or card. NOTE: If you are connecting two flat-panel monitors, at least one monitor (VGA or DVI) in addition to determine the proper orientation for insertion. 2 Slide the media or card into the appropriate slot until it is completely seated in the Product Information Guide. If you are connecting two monitors that have VGA connectors, you may connect only one of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the connector. If you are connecting a television, you must have...