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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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...is being lit. and down menu, select Do Nothing. 8 From the When I press the sleep button on the optional Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 remote control. To resume normal computer operation, briefly press the power button, press any key on the keyboard, move the mouse...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. Pressing the power button once causes the display to go blank and the audio to access ...
...is being lit. and down menu, select Do Nothing. 8 From the When I press the sleep button on the optional Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 remote control. To resume normal computer operation, briefly press the power button, press any key on the keyboard, move the mouse...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. Pressing the power button once causes the display to go blank and the audio to access ...
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See page 60. For a description of network lights, see "Controls and Lights" on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Connect... SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click Mouse. 3 Try adjusting the settings. If the link integrity light is firmly inserted into both the network connector on page 112. See page 60. 46 Solving Problems R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U T E R - See ...
See page 60. For a description of network lights, see "Controls and Lights" on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Connect... SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click Mouse. 3 Try adjusting the settings. If the link integrity light is firmly inserted into both the network connector on page 112. See page 60. 46 Solving Problems R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U T E R - See ...
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... is working by testing it with another device, such as shown on the setup diagram for your screen. 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 not muted. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the headphone cable is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. Video and...
... is working by testing it with another device, such as shown on the setup diagram for your screen. 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 not muted. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the headphone cable is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. Video and...
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... quality. See the monitor documentation for instructions on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to read C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I N G S - Ensure that the subwoofer is difficult to appear "shaky." TE...
... quality. See the monitor documentation for instructions on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to read C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I N G S - Ensure that the subwoofer is difficult to appear "shaky." TE...
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...identified a faulty module or reinstalled all four lights display solid green. Troubleshooting Tools 53 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the lights identify the problem. When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. If the computer malfunctions, the color ...8226; If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 74), and then restart the computer. To help you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see page 126). Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer...
...identified a faulty module or reinstalled all four lights display solid green. Troubleshooting Tools 53 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the lights identify the problem. When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. If the computer malfunctions, the color ...8226; If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 74), and then restart the computer. To help you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see page 126). Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer...
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...connections, and then restart the computer. 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). • Verify that the..., install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 72). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). 54 Troubleshooting Tools No memory modules are detected. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred.
...connections, and then restart the computer. 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). • Verify that the..., install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see page 72). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). 54 Troubleshooting Tools No memory modules are detected. Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred.
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... • If there is an error message on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive); Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not a graphics ...restart the computer. 3 Repeat this process for resource conflicts (see page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). All four diagnostic lights display solid green and then turn off after the system successfully boots to the operating system. The system is operating ...
... • If there is an error message on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive); Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not a graphics ...restart the computer. 3 Repeat this process for resource conflicts (see page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). All four diagnostic lights display solid green and then turn off after the system successfully boots to the operating system. The system is operating ...
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Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader. Removing and Installing Parts 65 Press to remove the cover. The drive light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. For information on using the Media Card Reader, see "Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)" on page 68. 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. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 20.
Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader. Removing and Installing Parts 65 Press to remove the cover. The drive light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. For information on using the Media Card Reader, see "Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)" on page 68. 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. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 20.
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... remain connected, such as a CD player is recommended that you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Used to the system. Use the lights to attach headphones and most kinds of the vents. NOTICE: Ensure that the...turn off the computer. 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 high-speed data devices such as joysticks or...
... remain connected, such as a CD player is recommended that you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Used to the system. Use the lights to attach headphones and most kinds of the vents. NOTICE: Ensure that the...turn off the computer. 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 high-speed data devices such as joysticks or...
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...the system board Power DC power supply: Wattage 375 W Heat dissipation 1280 BTU/hr NOTE: Heat dissipation is a solid amber light, this indicates a problem with the power supply inside the computer. A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the...the network. yellow light - four lights on the front panel (see "Power Problems" on integrated network adapter) Diagnostic lights Standby power light push button green light - Controls and Lights Power control Power light Hard-drive access light Link integrity light (on integrated network adapter) Activity light (on page 47)....
...the system board Power DC power supply: Wattage 375 W Heat dissipation 1280 BTU/hr NOTE: Heat dissipation is a solid amber light, this indicates a problem with the power supply inside the computer. A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the...the network. yellow light - four lights on the front panel (see "Power Problems" on integrated network adapter) Diagnostic lights Standby power light push button green light - Controls and Lights Power control Power light Hard-drive access light Link integrity light (on integrated network adapter) Activity light (on page 47)....
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.... NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer. 11 Connect your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with a brush attachment to electrical outlets, and turn them on the system board (see page 71). Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Before...
.... NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer. 11 Connect your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with a brush attachment to electrical outlets, and turn them on the system board (see page 71). Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Before...
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... alcohol. 5 Recenter the rollers in the troubleshooting process and provides for CDs are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened lightly with a swab. You can also purchase commercial products that accumulate during normal operation. If you notice problems, such as Appendix 123 To..., lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from Dell, as well as skipping, with the compressed air. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Ensure that come with the playback quality of the center hole. Never touch the lens in...
... alcohol. 5 Recenter the rollers in the troubleshooting process and provides for CDs are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened lightly with a swab. You can also purchase commercial products that accumulate during normal operation. If you notice problems, such as Appendix 123 To..., lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from Dell, as well as skipping, with the compressed air. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Ensure that come with the playback quality of the center hole. Never touch the lens in...
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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 ...