Dell OptiPlex 740 Support Question
Dell OptiPlex 740 Support Question
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Question posted by Rfxocdanyps on June 12th, 2014
What Are The Steps To Update Bios On A Dell Optiplex 740?
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Answer #1: Posted by DellJesse1 on June 12th, 2014 5:56 AM
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You can click the link below for information on checking your bios and updating it if needed.
How to check BIOS version, and update the System BIOS on your Dell PCThank You,
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Quick Reference
Guide - Page 2
.... Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows Vista Start Button are trademarks of Dell Inc.;
Reproduction in this text: Dell, OptiPlex, and the DELL logo are registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Models DCSM, DCNE, DCCY
January 2008 P/N NX484 Rev. Trademarks used in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
All rights reserved. A01 NOTICE...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 5
...the most current updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technicalreference material for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (...optional and may not be found at support.dell.com. Documentation and drivers are already installed on page 51), or to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Using the Drivers and ...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 6
... replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve
problems
Dell™ OptiPlex™ User's Guide
Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center
1 Click Start → Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides.
2 Click the User's Guide for your computer.
The User...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 9
... for your operating system and your region or business
frequently asked questions, and online segment to support.dell.com, select your configuration. DSS provides critical
region or business segment, and enter
updates for To download Desktop System Software:
your computer, you should also reinstall 1 Go to view the appropriate support
courses
site.
•...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 33
...you connect a cable, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by its metal mounting bracket. Also, ... on a card.
To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before removing the cover.
5 Remove the computer cover:
• ... Tower Computer" on page 34).
• Remove the desktop computer cover (see "Desktop Computer" on page 38). Hold a component such as the...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 52
...® desktop. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media
1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer. 9 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to start the Dell Diagnostics. 8 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. NOTE: The next steps change the...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 60
...
BIOS checksum error
1 long, 2 short
Memory test failure (bad memory during memory sizing)
1 long, 3 short, 2 short No memory
1 short
key pressed
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
If a device is either not detected during start-up: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51 to follow the remaining troubleshooting steps.
Windows...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 64
..., shut down your primary hard drive. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for more information) to return your ... use System Restore (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Use the Drivers and Utilities media to the operating state it...until you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media
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Quick Reference
Guide - Page 65
...65 After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again.
5 ...key to complete. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you want to recover your hard drive.... Windows XP. To reinstall Windows XP, perform all the steps in the following sections in the order in which they are...
User's Guide - Page 2
... rights reserved.
and is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, Inspiron, Dimension, Latitude, Dell Precision, DellNet, TravelLite, Dell OpenManage, PowerVault, Axim, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerApp are trademarks of your computer...
User's Guide - Page 13
... be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 302) or to your computer.... Readme files may ship with your computer or advanced technicalreference material for my computer • My device documentation • Desktop...
User's Guide - Page 16
... computer. DSS is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on your configuration.
COMMENT
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Dell Support Website - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates
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User's Guide - Page 19
... the following conditions exist: • You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 19 and "...20. • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be ...8226; Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Flash BIOS update program floppy disk, CD, USB key
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User's Guide - Page 20
...that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by ...cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 39).
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User's Guide - Page 67
...instructions on installing any software required for instructions.
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User's Guide - Page 131
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User's Guide - Page 213
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User's Guide - Page 250
.... Alert
Description
Temperature: Generic Critical Temperature Problem/Generic Critical Temperature Problem Cleared
The computer temperature is available for your computer, such as updating its BIOS or shutting it is software that conforms to do the following:
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User's Guide - Page 268
...convert a RAID configuration without losing data, your operating system documentation. The Dell mini tower and desktop models of your computer using two physical drives. The NVIDIA RAID controller...remains connected to an electrical outlet, it can use the migrating option to automatically start your OptiPlex computer support RAID level 0 and RAID level 1. (RAID support is not available for ...
User's Guide - Page 355
... or devices covered in this document in compliance with the FCC regulations:
• Product name: Dell™ OptiPlex™ 740
• Model numbers: DCNE, DCSM, and DCCY
• Company name: Dell Inc. Worldwide Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Affairs One Dell Way Round Rock, TX 78682 USA 512-338-4400
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