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6 System Setup 77 Overview 77 Entering System Setup 77 System Setup Screens 77 System Setup Options 79 Boot Sequence 82 Option Settings 82 Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 82 Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots 83 7 Clearing Passwords and CMOS Settings 85 Clearing Passwords 85 Clearing CMOS Settings 87 Flashing the BIOS 88 8 Troubleshooting Tools 89 Power Lights 89 Beep Codes 90 System Messages 93 Hardware Troubleshooter 95 6 Contents
6 System Setup 77 Overview 77 Entering System Setup 77 System Setup Screens 77 System Setup Options 79 Boot Sequence 82 Option Settings 82 Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 82 Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots 83 7 Clearing Passwords and CMOS Settings 85 Clearing Passwords 85 Clearing CMOS Settings 87 Flashing the BIOS 88 8 Troubleshooting Tools 89 Power Lights 89 Beep Codes 90 System Messages 93 Hardware Troubleshooter 95 6 Contents
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... When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 95 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 96 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 97 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 98 9 Troubleshooting 101 Battery Problems 101 Drive Problems 102 Error Messages 103 IEEE 1394 ...Problems 110 Printer Problems 110 Scanner Problems 111 Sound and Speaker Problems 112 Video and Monitor Problems 113 Overclocking Problems 115 Power Lights 115 10 Reinstalling Software 117 Drivers 117 What Is a Driver 117 Identifying Drivers 117 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 118 Using the...
... When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 95 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 96 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 97 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 98 9 Troubleshooting 101 Battery Problems 101 Drive Problems 102 Error Messages 103 IEEE 1394 ...Problems 110 Printer Problems 110 Scanner Problems 111 Sound and Speaker Problems 112 Video and Monitor Problems 113 Overclocking Problems 115 Power Lights 115 10 Reinstalling Software 117 Drivers 117 What Is a Driver 117 Identifying Drivers 117 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 118 Using the...
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Use the optical drive to play a CD/DVD. About Your Computer 17 This panel covers the optical drive. About Your Computer Front View of the Computer 1 2 10 3 9 4 5 6 8 7 1 front-panel LEDs (3) 2 optical-drive panel Multi-colored lights provide illumination for the front of the computer.
Use the optical drive to play a CD/DVD. About Your Computer 17 This panel covers the optical drive. About Your Computer Front View of the Computer 1 2 10 3 9 4 5 6 8 7 1 front-panel LEDs (3) 2 optical-drive panel Multi-colored lights provide illumination for the front of the computer.
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... turn on page 20). NOTE: The power button can also be used to wake the system or to indicate different states: • No light - For more information). NOTICE: If your operating system has ACPI enabled, when you press the power button the computer will perform an operating ... drive panel eject button (2) Supports an optical drive. Supports a floppy drive, a Media Card Reader, or an additional hard drive. Multi-colored lights provide illumination for more information about sleep states and exiting from a power-saving state, press the power button or use the power button to turn...
... turn on page 20). NOTE: The power button can also be used to wake the system or to indicate different states: • No light - For more information). NOTICE: If your operating system has ACPI enabled, when you press the power button the computer will perform an operating ... drive panel eject button (2) Supports an optical drive. Supports a floppy drive, a Media Card Reader, or an additional hard drive. Multi-colored lights provide illumination for more information about sleep states and exiting from a power-saving state, press the power button or use the power button to turn...
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Insert the power cable. Indicates no power available for power supply. • No light - Access connectors for power supply. • Green light - The appearance of this connector may differ from what is not working. For more information, see "Back-Panel Connectors" on... page 89. Plug USB and other devices into the appropriate connectors (see "Power Lights" on page 21). Front-Panel Connectors 1 23 4 20 About Your Computer NOTE: Some connector slots support full-length cards. 1 power supply test...
Insert the power cable. Indicates no power available for power supply. • No light - Access connectors for power supply. • Green light - The appearance of this connector may differ from what is not working. For more information, see "Back-Panel Connectors" on... page 89. Plug USB and other devices into the appropriate connectors (see "Power Lights" on page 21). Front-Panel Connectors 1 23 4 20 About Your Computer NOTE: Some connector slots support full-length cards. 1 power supply test...
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... of the computer when setting up multiple network connections (such as digital video cameras and external storage devices. 3 network activity light The network activity light is on (flashing) when the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network. 6 surround sound Use the (...8226; Off - The computer is transmitting or receiving network data. If you connect a mouse to ensure reliable operation. 5 link integrity light • Green - 1 mouse connector Plug a standard PS/2 mouse into the network connector. NOTICE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the green...
... of the computer when setting up multiple network connections (such as digital video cameras and external storage devices. 3 network activity light The network activity light is on (flashing) when the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network. 6 surround sound Use the (...8226; Off - The computer is transmitting or receiving network data. If you connect a mouse to ensure reliable operation. 5 link integrity light • Green - 1 mouse connector Plug a standard PS/2 mouse into the network connector. NOTICE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the green...
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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 water. Mouse (Non-Optical) 1 Turn the retainer ring on the underside of the monitor with a soft cleaning cloth ... CAUTION: Before you begin any of compressed air to dislodge dust and lint. 4 Clean the rollers inside the ball cage with a cotton swab moistened lightly with a brush attachment or a can of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Doing so may contain ...
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 water. Mouse (Non-Optical) 1 Turn the retainer ring on the underside of the monitor with a soft cleaning cloth ... CAUTION: Before you begin any of compressed air to dislodge dust and lint. 4 Clean the rollers inside the ball cage with a cotton swab moistened lightly with a brush attachment or a can of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Doing so may contain ...
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... is not receiving power. - Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see "Beep Codes" on page 90. • If the power light is blinking white, the computer is in the Service Manual on a power strip - Press a key on the front of the computer indicates different ... website at support.dell.com). • Eliminate interference. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to resume normal operation. • If the power light is off, the computer is either turned off or is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. - Reseat...
... is not receiving power. - Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see "Beep Codes" on page 90. • If the power light is blinking white, the computer is in the Service Manual on a power strip - Press a key on the front of the computer indicates different ... website at support.dell.com). • Eliminate interference. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to resume normal operation. • If the power light is off, the computer is either turned off or is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. - Reseat...
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... S E - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Microsoft® Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Operating Systems" on page 132), no network communication is off , reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the setup diagram. 4 Turn... on the back of the computer and the network jack. If the link integrity light is occurring. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W...
... S E - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Microsoft® Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Operating Systems" on page 132), no network communication is off , reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the setup diagram. 4 Turn... on the back of the computer and the network jack. If the link integrity light is occurring. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W...
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... listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I V E R - Turn off . Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Scanners and Cameras. 2 If your speakers have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or.... See the setup diagram supplied with another device, such as shown on the media player(s) has not been turned down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to ensure that the electrical outlet is not muted. Always check to check for instructions. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N D O...
... listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I V E R - Turn off . Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Scanners and Cameras. 2 If your speakers have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or.... See the setup diagram supplied with another device, such as shown on the media player(s) has not been turned down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to ensure that the electrical outlet is not muted. Always check to check for instructions. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N D O...
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... with another device, such as needed. 114 Troubleshooting M O V E T H E M O N I N G S - See "Beep Codes" on . • If the power light is working by testing it is positioned at least 60 centimeters (2 feet) away from the monitor. If your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the...See the monitor documentation for interference. ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Click the area you want to change or click the Display...
... with another device, such as needed. 114 Troubleshooting M O V E T H E M O N I N G S - See "Beep Codes" on . • If the power light is working by testing it is positioned at least 60 centimeters (2 feet) away from the monitor. If your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the...See the monitor documentation for interference. ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Click the area you want to change or click the Display...
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..., see "Beep Codes" on page 90. • If the power light is blinking white, the computer is in the system setup program (see "Entering System Setup" on page 77) or reset CMOS defaults (see "Contacting Dell" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to..." on page 87). Troubleshooting 115 After three unsuccessful boot attempts, the system automatically resets the overclock settings in system instability. The power button light located on the front of the display is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to...
..., see "Beep Codes" on page 90. • If the power light is blinking white, the computer is in the system setup program (see "Entering System Setup" on page 77) or reset CMOS defaults (see "Contacting Dell" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to..." on page 87). Troubleshooting 115 After three unsuccessful boot attempts, the system automatically resets the overclock settings in system instability. The power button light located on the front of the display is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to...
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... Ensure that the electrical outlet is working - Ensure that the computer turns on page 141). 116 Troubleshooting To resolve the issue, contact Dell (See "Contacting Dell" on properly. - Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the main power cable and front...electrical outlet. - The power supply is not working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. - • If the power light is off, the computer is either due to a bad power supply or a device attached to the power supply. Reseat the power cable into an...
... Ensure that the electrical outlet is working - Ensure that the computer turns on page 141). 116 Troubleshooting To resolve the issue, contact Dell (See "Contacting Dell" on properly. - Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the main power cable and front...electrical outlet. - The power supply is not working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. - • If the power light is off, the computer is either due to a bad power supply or a device attached to the power supply. Reseat the power cable into an...
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...: The color of the LEDs can be adjusted using Windows Nvidia ESA light affects software. 132 Specifications Indicates activity on integrated network yellow blinking light - Standby power light AUX_PWR on the system board Front panel LEDs seven multi-colored LEDs provide...can be adjusted using Windows Nvidia ESA light affects software. Solid white for power-saving state Hard-drive access light white Link integrity light (on state blinking white light - orange light - Blinking white for power on integrated network adapter) green light - A good connection exists between ...
...: The color of the LEDs can be adjusted using Windows Nvidia ESA light affects software. 132 Specifications Indicates activity on integrated network yellow blinking light - Standby power light AUX_PWR on the system board Front panel LEDs seven multi-colored LEDs provide...can be adjusted using Windows Nvidia ESA light affects software. Solid white for power-saving state Hard-drive access light white Link integrity light (on state blinking white light - orange light - Blinking white for power on integrated network adapter) green light - A good connection exists between ...
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... put a computer in to the computer. AGP delivers a smooth, true-color video image because of time (minutes or hours) that powers your particular computer. ambient light sensor - A program designed to be used for video-related tasks. and operating system-independent. B battery life span - ASF - BIOS - ACPI - accelerated graphics port - antivirus software...
... put a computer in to the computer. AGP delivers a smooth, true-color video image because of time (minutes or hours) that powers your particular computer. ambient light sensor - A program designed to be used for video-related tasks. and operating system-independent. B battery life span - ASF - BIOS - ACPI - accelerated graphics port - antivirus software...
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... - A computer network covering a small area. local bus - The designation for a fee. IrDA - A unit of data that emits light to the processor. A LAN can communicate with a software package, user name, and access phone numbers for a parallel connection to the Internet... by portable computer and flat-panel displays. LPT - kilobit - KB - A measurement of the computer. A unit of memory integrated circuits. light-emitting diode - liquid crystal display - kilobyte - I/O address - A command requiring you to access its host server to connect directly to a...
... - A computer network covering a small area. local bus - The designation for a fee. IrDA - A unit of data that emits light to the processor. A LAN can communicate with a software package, user name, and access phone numbers for a parallel connection to the Internet... by portable computer and flat-panel displays. LPT - kilobit - KB - A measurement of the computer. A unit of memory integrated circuits. light-emitting diode - liquid crystal display - kilobyte - I/O address - A command requiring you to access its host server to connect directly to a...
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.... A high-speed interface used for errors. A file can often be deleted or written to the operation of 10 kHz to a computer, such as infrared and light. radio frequency interference - Battery-powered clock on the SCSI controller bus. 156 Glossary serial attached SCSI - SATA - Data and/or files you shut down the...
.... A high-speed interface used for errors. A file can often be deleted or written to the operation of 10 kHz to a computer, such as infrared and light. radio frequency interference - Battery-powered clock on the SCSI controller bus. 156 Glossary serial attached SCSI - SATA - Data and/or files you shut down the...
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... blank, 113 clone mode, 37 connect DVI, 35-36 connect TV, 35, 37 connect two, 35-36 connect VGA, 35-36 display settings, 37 extended desktop mode, 37 hard to read, 113 mouse problems, 108 N network problems, 109 O operating system media, 127 reinstalling, 16 Operating System CD, 16 optical drive problems... mode, 39, 41-42 line conditioners options, 40 options, schemes, 40 problems, 110 protection devices sleep mode, 42 standby mode, 39 surge protectors UPS power light, 115 conditions, 110 power options properties, 40 Index 165
... blank, 113 clone mode, 37 connect DVI, 35-36 connect TV, 35, 37 connect two, 35-36 connect VGA, 35-36 display settings, 37 extended desktop mode, 37 hard to read, 113 mouse problems, 108 N network problems, 109 O operating system media, 127 reinstalling, 16 Operating System CD, 16 optical drive problems... mode, 39, 41-42 line conditioners options, 40 options, schemes, 40 problems, 110 protection devices sleep mode, 42 standby mode, 39 surge protectors UPS power light, 115 conditions, 110 power options properties, 40 Index 165
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... 105 memory, 108 monitor hard to read, 113 monitor is blank, 113 mouse, 108 network, 109 optical drive, 102 power, 110 power light conditions, 110 printer, 110 program crashes, 106 program stops responding, 106 restore to previous state, 122 scanner, 111 screen hard to read, ... 113 software, 106-107 volume adjusting, 112 Product Information Guide, 12 R RAID configuring, 67 RAID array, creating, 71 regulatory information, 12 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 95 S S.M.A.R.T, 94 S/PDIF digital audio enabling, 62 safety instructions, 12 scanner problems, 111-112 Service Tag, 13 settings system setup, 77...
... 105 memory, 108 monitor hard to read, 113 monitor is blank, 113 mouse, 108 network, 109 optical drive, 102 power, 110 power light conditions, 110 printer, 110 program crashes, 106 program stops responding, 106 restore to previous state, 122 scanner, 111 screen hard to read, ... 113 software, 106-107 volume adjusting, 112 Product Information Guide, 12 R RAID configuring, 67 RAID array, creating, 71 regulatory information, 12 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 95 S S.M.A.R.T, 94 S/PDIF digital audio enabling, 62 safety instructions, 12 scanner problems, 111-112 Service Tag, 13 settings system setup, 77...