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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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...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 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...
...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 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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... to access the menu. 4 Press the left- In this option is still operating as a quick on the optional Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 remote control. Also, Quick Resume is enabled in system setup when this feature becomes active. Also, you may notice that ...When running in the Intel Viiv Quick Resume Technology (QRT) mode, your power button is used as indicated by the power button indicator and diagnostic lights 1, 2, and 4 being accessed by an external device. Enabling the QRT Feature in System Setup The QRT drivers must be installed before this feature...
... to access the menu. 4 Press the left- In this option is still operating as a quick on the optional Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 remote control. Also, Quick Resume is enabled in system setup when this feature becomes active. Also, you may notice that ...When running in the Intel Viiv Quick Resume Technology (QRT) mode, your power button is used as indicated by the power button indicator and diagnostic lights 1, 2, and 4 being accessed by an external device. Enabling the QRT Feature in System Setup The QRT drivers must be installed before this feature...
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..., follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. See page 60. 46 Solving Problems See page 58. If the link integrity light is off , reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the on the setup diagram for your network settings are correct and that the ...press . 3 After the computer turns off , that the network cable is functioning. Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of network lights, see "Controls and Lights" on page 112. Ensure that indicates no network communication exists. Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to...
..., follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. See page 60. 46 Solving Problems See page 58. If the link integrity light is off , reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the on the setup diagram for your network settings are correct and that the ...press . 3 After the computer turns off , that the network cable is functioning. Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of network lights, see "Controls and Lights" on page 112. Ensure that indicates no network communication exists. Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to...
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...See page 59. No sound from headphones C H E C K T H E H E A D P H O N E C A B L E C O N N E C T I N T E R F E R E N C E - If the power light is working by testing it with another device, such as shown on the setup diagram for monitor cable connectors to determine if the power cable...L E I O N - A D J U S T T H E W I V E R - NOTE: See the monitor documentation for interference. Ensure that the graphics cable is connected as a lamp. If the power light is securely inserted into the headphone connector (see page 66). R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I N D O W S V O L U M E...
...See page 59. No sound from headphones C H E C K T H E H E A D P H O N E C A B L E C O N N E C T I N T E R F E R E N C E - If the power light is working by testing it with another device, such as shown on the setup diagram for monitor cable connectors to determine if the power cable...L E I O N - A D J U S T T H E W I V E R - NOTE: See the monitor documentation for interference. Ensure that the graphics cable is connected as a lamp. If the power light is securely inserted into the headphone connector (see page 66). R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I N D O W S V O L U M E...
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... testing it with another device, such as a lamp. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I G H T S - Ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the monitor. Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to check for interference. If your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the electrical...
... testing it with another device, such as a lamp. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I G H T S - Ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the monitor. Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to check for interference. If your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the electrical...
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...two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see page 74), and then restart the computer. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in the Product Information Guide. After the computer starts, all modules without error.... computer starts normally, the lights flash. Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you begin any of the lights identify the problem. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Power has occurred. Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you have ...
...two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see page 74), and then restart the computer. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in the Product Information Guide. After the computer starts, all modules without error.... computer starts normally, the lights flash. Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you begin any of the lights identify the problem. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Power has occurred. Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you have ...
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...memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • If you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 74), and then restart the computer. Memory modules are detected. Continue until you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled ... working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 72). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). 54 Troubleshooting Tools A possible floppy drive or hard drive failure has occurred. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred.
...memory configuration or compatibility error exists. • If you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 74), and then restart the computer. Memory modules are detected. Continue until you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled ... working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 72). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). 54 Troubleshooting Tools A possible floppy drive or hard drive failure has occurred. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred.
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... error message on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive); Troubleshooting Tools 55 None. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not ... card, and then restart the computer. 3 Repeat this process for resource conflicts (see page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). See "Using Intel® Viiv™ Quick Resume Technology (Optional)" on page 36 for the devices installed on ...
... error message on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive); Troubleshooting Tools 55 None. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not ... card, and then restart the computer. 3 Repeat this process for resource conflicts (see page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). See "Using Intel® Viiv™ Quick Resume Technology (Optional)" on page 36 for the devices installed on ...
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The drive light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. Press to remove the cover. Removing and Installing Parts 65 Front View of the Computer 1 13 2 12 3 11 10 9 8 4 7 5 6 1 cover latch release 2 CD or DVD activity light 3 CD or DVD eject button 4 FlexBay drives (2) Use this latch to eject a disc from the CD or DVD drive. Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 20. For information on using the Media Card Reader, see "Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)" on page 68.
The drive light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. Press to remove the cover. Removing and Installing Parts 65 Front View of the Computer 1 13 2 12 3 11 10 9 8 4 7 5 6 1 cover latch release 2 CD or DVD activity light 3 CD or DVD eject button 4 FlexBay drives (2) Use this latch to eject a disc from the CD or DVD drive. Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 20. For information on using the Media Card Reader, see "Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)" on page 68.
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...to attach a personal computer microphone for devices that there is operating. Press to help you use the power button to the hard drive. Use the lights to turn off the computer. Used to ensure that typically remain connected, such as a CD player is a minimum of two inches of space ...between all vents and any of speakers. Use the headphone connector to a USB device). NOTICE: Ensure that you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Use the front USB connectors for voice or musical input into a sound or ...
...to attach a personal computer microphone for devices that there is operating. Press to help you use the power button to the hard drive. Use the lights to turn off the computer. Used to ensure that typically remain connected, such as a CD player is a minimum of two inches of space ...between all vents and any of speakers. Use the headphone connector to a USB device). NOTICE: Ensure that you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Use the front USB connectors for voice or musical input into a sound or ...
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... exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. Blinking green in the Product Information Guide at 50/60 Hz for power-on the network. four lights on the front panel (see "Power Problems" on the system board Power DC power supply: Wattage 375 W Heat dissipation 1280 BTU/hr NOTE: Heat dissipation...
... exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. Blinking green in the Product Information Guide at 50/60 Hz for power-on the network. four lights on the front panel (see "Power Problems" on the system board Power DC power supply: Wattage 375 W Heat dissipation 1280 BTU/hr NOTE: Heat dissipation...
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... procedures in the Product Information Guide. If possible, use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may damage the antiglare coating. • To clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with a brush attachment to gently remove dust from pins 2 and 3. Clearing CMOS Settings CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures...
... procedures in the Product Information Guide. If possible, use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may damage the antiglare coating. • To clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with a brush attachment to gently remove dust from pins 2 and 3. Clearing CMOS Settings CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures...
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... Floppy Drive NOTICE: Do not attempt to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions that accumulate during normal operation. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. For stubborn dirt, try cleaning the discs. 1 Hold the disc by its outer edge. Only) Technician-assisted technical support... of the disc (the unlabeled side) in the troubleshooting process and provides for CDs are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened lightly with a swab. If you notice problems, such as shipped from the swab is not left on the rollers. 6 Replace the ball and retainer...
... Floppy Drive NOTICE: Do not attempt to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions that accumulate during normal operation. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. For stubborn dirt, try cleaning the discs. 1 Hold the disc by its outer edge. Only) Technician-assisted technical support... of the disc (the unlabeled side) in the troubleshooting process and provides for CDs are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened lightly with a swab. If you notice problems, such as shipped from the swab is not left on the rollers. 6 Replace the ball and retainer...
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..., 119 C cards installing PCI Express, 82 PCI Express, 81 removing PCI, 80 removing PCI Express, 86 slots, 68 CD/DVD drive activity light, 65 eject button, 65 problems, 38 CD-RW drive problems, 39 CDs, 18 playing, 16 Check Disk, 39 CMOS settings clearing, 122 ..., 18 copying DVDs general information, 18 helpful tips, 20 how to, 18 cover replacing, 107 D Dell Dell Diagnostics, 56 support policy, 123 support site, 11 Dell Premier Support website, 9, 11 diagnostic lights, 53 diagnostics Dell, 56 lights, 53, 66 documentation online, 11 Product Information Guide, 9 Setup Diagram, 9 drive panel, 66, ...
..., 119 C cards installing PCI Express, 82 PCI Express, 81 removing PCI, 80 removing PCI Express, 86 slots, 68 CD/DVD drive activity light, 65 eject button, 65 problems, 38 CD-RW drive problems, 39 CDs, 18 playing, 16 Check Disk, 39 CMOS settings clearing, 122 ..., 18 copying DVDs general information, 18 helpful tips, 20 how to, 18 cover replacing, 107 D Dell Dell Diagnostics, 56 support policy, 123 support site, 11 Dell Premier Support website, 9, 11 diagnostic lights, 53 diagnostics Dell, 56 lights, 53, 66 documentation online, 11 Product Information Guide, 9 Setup Diagram, 9 drive panel, 66, ...
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..., 41 F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 27 Finding Information, 9 Flex Bay drive Media Card Reader, 65 H hard drive activity light, 66 problems, 39 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 56 drives, RAID configuration, 28 Hardware Troubleshooter, 59 headphone connector, 66 Help and Support Center, 12 hibernate mode, 25, ...14 connection, setting up, 15 problems, 39 K keyboard problems, 42 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10, 66 latch release cover, 65 lights diagnostic, 53, 66 front of computer, 53 hard drive activity, 66 M Media Card Reader installing, 99, 101 problems, 42 removing, 99 using,...
..., 41 F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 27 Finding Information, 9 Flex Bay drive Media Card Reader, 65 H hard drive activity light, 66 problems, 39 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 56 drives, RAID configuration, 28 Hardware Troubleshooter, 59 headphone connector, 66 Help and Support Center, 12 hibernate mode, 25, ...14 connection, setting up, 15 problems, 39 K keyboard problems, 42 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10, 66 latch release cover, 65 lights diagnostic, 53, 66 front of computer, 53 hard drive activity, 66 M Media Card Reader installing, 99, 101 problems, 42 removing, 99 using,...
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N network connector, 68 Network Setup Wizard, 24 problems, 46 setting up, 23 Network Setup Wizard, 24 O operating system reinstalling Windows XP, 60 P password clearing, 121 jumper, 121 PC Restore, 61 PCI cards removing, 80 PCI Express cards installing, 82 removing, 86 playing CDs and DVDs, 16 ..., 13 USB, 14 problems battery, 37 blue screen, 44 CD drive, 38 CD-RW drive, 39 computer crashes, 43-44 computer stops responding, 43 Dell Diagnostics, 56 diagnostic lights, 53 drives, 38 DVD drive, 38 e-mail, 39 error messages, 41 general, 43 hard drive, 39 Internet, 39 keyboard, 42 Media Card Reader...
N network connector, 68 Network Setup Wizard, 24 problems, 46 setting up, 23 Network Setup Wizard, 24 O operating system reinstalling Windows XP, 60 P password clearing, 121 jumper, 121 PC Restore, 61 PCI cards removing, 80 PCI Express cards installing, 82 removing, 86 playing CDs and DVDs, 16 ..., 13 USB, 14 problems battery, 37 blue screen, 44 CD drive, 38 CD-RW drive, 39 computer crashes, 43-44 computer stops responding, 43 Dell Diagnostics, 56 diagnostic lights, 53 drives, 38 DVD drive, 38 e-mail, 39 error messages, 41 general, 43 hard drive, 39 Internet, 39 keyboard, 42 Media Card Reader...
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...114 V vents, 66 front panel, 66 volume adjusting, 49 T technical support policy, 123 transferring information to a new computer, 27 troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 56 diagnostic lights, 53 Hardware Troubleshooter, 59 Help and Support Center, 12 restore to previous state, 59-60 tips, 37 TV connect to computer, 21..., 23 U USB booting to devices, 119 connectors, 66, 68 W warranty, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 58 Files and Settings ...
...114 V vents, 66 front panel, 66 volume adjusting, 49 T technical support policy, 123 transferring information to a new computer, 27 troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 56 diagnostic lights, 53 Hardware Troubleshooter, 59 Help and Support Center, 12 restore to previous state, 59-60 tips, 37 TV connect to computer, 21..., 23 U USB booting to devices, 119 connectors, 66, 68 W warranty, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 58 Files and Settings ...