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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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... 22 Connecting a TV 23 Changing the Display Settings 23 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 23 Connecting to a Network Adapter 23 Network Setup Wizard 24 Power Management 24 Standby Mode 25 Hibernate Mode 25 Power Options Properties 25 IEEE 1394 27 Contents 3
... 22 Connecting a TV 23 Changing the Display Settings 23 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 23 Connecting to a Network Adapter 23 Network Setup Wizard 24 Power Management 24 Standby Mode 25 Hibernate Mode 25 Power Options Properties 25 IEEE 1394 27 Contents 3
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...Power Problems 47 Printer Problems 48 Scanner Problems 48 Sound and Speaker Problems 49 No sound from speakers 49 No sound from headphones 50 Video and Monitor Problems 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...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...
...Power Problems 47 Printer Problems 48 Scanner Problems 48 Sound and Speaker Problems 49 No sound from speakers 49 No sound from headphones 50 Video and Monitor Problems 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...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...
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...Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of electricity your computer uses when it is on the screen. When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, the Windows desktop is connected ... or the hard drive, or you are not using it entered the mode. Power Management The Microsoft® Windows® XP power management features can reduce power to the entire computer. When a Windows XP Professional computer is restored to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then...
...Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of electricity your computer uses when it is on the screen. When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, the Windows desktop is connected ... or the hard drive, or you are not using it entered the mode. Power Management The Microsoft® Windows® XP power management features can reduce power to the entire computer. When a Windows XP Professional computer is restored to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then...
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... display and the hard drive after a defined period of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it entered standby mode. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. Power Options Properties Define your hard drive with enough disk space to you. When...
... display and the hard drive after a defined period of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it entered standby mode. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. Power Options Properties Define your hard drive with enough disk space to you. When...
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...displays the following schemes: • Always On (default) - To program these functions, click an option from the displayed list. The Power schemes drop-down menu and click OK. 26 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If your computer is called a scheme. If you set...computer to prompt you want to run your computer from batteries for the changed scheme. If you for that scheme, unless you require minimal power conservation. • Presentation - Changing the time-out for a scheme field permanently changes the default settings for your Windows password before the...
...displays the following schemes: • Always On (default) - To program these functions, click an option from the displayed list. The Power schemes drop-down menu and click OK. 26 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If your computer is called a scheme. If you set...computer to prompt you want to run your computer from batteries for the changed scheme. If you for that scheme, unless you require minimal power conservation. • Presentation - Changing the time-out for a scheme field permanently changes the default settings for your Windows password before the...
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... have an optional front IEEE 1394 connector (see page 114. You can move large amounts of performing certain tasks simultaneously. For more information on power management options: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 In the Help and Support window, click Performance and maintenance. 3... website at support.dell.com. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 27 If you want to use the Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later operating system because Windows XP is recommended that you purchased an add-in card that can accept 4-pin IEEE 1394 ...
... have an optional front IEEE 1394 connector (see page 114. You can move large amounts of performing certain tasks simultaneously. For more information on power management options: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 In the Help and Support window, click Performance and maintenance. 3... website at support.dell.com. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 27 If you want to use the Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later operating system because Windows XP is recommended that you purchased an add-in card that can accept 4-pin IEEE 1394 ...
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... To resume normal computer operation, briefly press the power button, press any key on the keyboard, move ...In this feature is ordered. Pressing the power button once causes the display to go blank...arrow keys to highlight the Power Management menu option and press to mute. These drivers ...7 From the When I press the power button on my computer drop-down menu,...Resume Technology (QRT) mode, your power button is used as indicated by the power button indicator and diagnostic lights 1, 2,... Maintenance. 3 Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. 4 Click the Away tab. 5 Ensure that the ...
... To resume normal computer operation, briefly press the power button, press any key on the keyboard, move ...In this feature is ordered. Pressing the power button once causes the display to go blank...arrow keys to highlight the Power Management menu option and press to mute. These drivers ...7 From the When I press the power button on my computer drop-down menu,...Resume Technology (QRT) mode, your power button is used as indicated by the power button indicator and diagnostic lights 1, 2,... Maintenance. 3 Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. 4 Click the Away tab. 5 Ensure that the ...
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Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable ... this section, follow the safety instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your computer. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on a floppy or CD. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. The computer does...
Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable ... this section, follow the safety instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your computer. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on a floppy or CD. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. The computer does...
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...then reinstall the program. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard.... 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system R U N T H E P R O G R A M C O M P A T I B I L I T Y W I Z A R D - BACK UP YOUR FILES ...
...then reinstall the program. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard.... 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system R U N T H E P R O G R A M C O M P A T I B I L I T Y W I Z A R D - BACK UP YOUR FILES ...
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... B L I N K I N G - Some possible causes of the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 74). • Remove...• Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see page 76). See "Dell Diagnostics" on a power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see page 71). A device might exist. • ...
... B L I N K I N G - Some possible causes of the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 74). • Remove...• Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see page 76). See "Dell Diagnostics" on a power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see page 71). A device might exist. • ...
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...CABLE CONNECTION - • Ensure that the sound is securely inserted into the headphone connector (see page 66). If the power light is working by testing it with another device, such as shown on . Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before ...monitor documentation for troubleshooting procedures. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Ensure that the monitor is normal for interference. If the power light is off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to check for monitor cable connectors to ensure that the headphone cable is not muted...
...CABLE CONNECTION - • Ensure that the sound is securely inserted into the headphone connector (see page 66). If the power light is working by testing it with another device, such as shown on . Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before ...monitor documentation for troubleshooting procedures. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Ensure that the monitor is normal for interference. If the power light is off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to check for monitor cable connectors to ensure that the headphone cable is not muted...
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...reinstall an additional module. Continue until you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Power has occurred. Problems" on the front panel (see page 126). Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in the Product...or a possible pre-BIOS failure electrical outlet. Also see page 74), and then restart the computer. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of ...
...reinstall an additional module. Continue until you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Power has occurred. Problems" on the front panel (see page 126). Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in the Product...or a possible pre-BIOS failure electrical outlet. Also see page 74), and then restart the computer. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of ...
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Reinstall all power and data cables and restart the computer. A possible USB failure has occurred. ...properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 72). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 74), and then restart the computer. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred. ... computer. No memory modules are compatible with your computer (see page 74). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). • Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist (see page 72)....
Reinstall all power and data cables and restart the computer. A possible USB failure has occurred. ...properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 72). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 74), and then restart the computer. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred. ... computer. No memory modules are compatible with your computer (see page 74). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). • Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist (see page 72)....
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... Troubleshooting Tools 55 See "Using Intel® Viiv™ Quick Resume Technology (Optional)" on page 36 for additional information. • Press the power button • Move the mouse • Press any key on the keyboard • Press any key on the optional MCE remote control Another ... properly connected to make sure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 76). 2 If the problem persists, reinstall the card that it is functioning properly. • The operating system is operating ...
... Troubleshooting Tools 55 See "Using Intel® Viiv™ Quick Resume Technology (Optional)" on page 36 for additional information. • Press the power button • Move the mouse • Press any key on the keyboard • Press any key on the optional MCE remote control Another ... properly connected to make sure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 76). 2 If the problem persists, reinstall the card that it is functioning properly. • The operating system is operating ...
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... the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you turn off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin This...
... the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you turn off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin This...
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... with locking tabs; Do not touch the components or contacts on the locking tabs before you begin any static electricity that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by its strain-relief loop, not on your computer. NOTICE: Before touching anything inside the computer. 1 Turn off your computer. Hold a component... as a processor by its edges, not by its edges or by your computer and then unplug it from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to dissipate any of the procedures in this type of the computer.
... with locking tabs; Do not touch the components or contacts on the locking tabs before you begin any static electricity that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by its strain-relief loop, not on your computer. NOTICE: Before touching anything inside the computer. 1 Turn off your computer. Hold a component... as a processor by its edges, not by its edges or by your computer and then unplug it from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to dissipate any of the procedures in this type of the computer.
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...and keyboards. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not block any object near these vents. Used to help you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Press to ensure that there is a minimum of two inches of...sound or telephony program. Use the headphone connector to the hard drive. 5 IEEE 1394 connector (optional) 6 vents 7 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 8 power button 9 hard-drive activity light 10 diagnostic lights (4) 11 headphone connector 12 microphone connector 13 Service Tag Use the optional IEEE 1394 connector for ...
...and keyboards. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not block any object near these vents. Used to help you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Press to ensure that there is a minimum of two inches of...sound or telephony program. Use the headphone connector to the hard drive. 5 IEEE 1394 connector (optional) 6 vents 7 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 8 power button 9 hard-drive activity light 10 diagnostic lights (4) 11 headphone connector 12 microphone connector 13 Service Tag Use the optional IEEE 1394 connector for ...
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... to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. • Surround connector - Back View of the Computer 1 2 3 4 5 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2 sound card connectors (5) • Line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR. • Line-out...
... to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. • Surround connector - Back View of the Computer 1 2 3 4 5 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2 sound card connectors (5) • Line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR. • Line-out...
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Inside View of Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. power supply system board CD or DVD drive *floppy drive *may not be present on all computers hard drive 70 Removing and Installing Parts
Inside View of Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. power supply system board CD or DVD drive *floppy drive *may not be present on all computers hard drive 70 Removing and Installing Parts