Dell OptiPlex 740 Support Question
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How To Update Optiplex 740 Bios?
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Quick Reference
Guide - Page 2
... manner whatsoever without notice. © 2008 Dell Inc.
Models DCSM, DCNE, DCCY
January 2008 P/N NX484 Rev. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, OptiPlex, and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc. is subject to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are registered trademarks of your computer. A01...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 5
...; Drivers for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS)
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be optional and may not ... or advanced technicalreference material for technicians or experienced users. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers (see "Using the ...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 6
... Guide
• How to remove and 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...
Quick Reference
Guide - Page 9
..., and the operating system
• Customer Care - DSS is necessary for correct operation of your selections. Quick Reference Guide
9
Certified drivers, patches, and software updates
• Desktop System Software (DSS) - support.dell.com
tips, articles from technicians,
NOTE: Select your region or business
frequently asked questions, and online segment to support.dell...
User's Guide - Page 2
... products. ENERGY STAR is a trademark owned by Dell Inc.
A03 Trademarks used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. is 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 the U.S. and is strictly forbidden. CAUTION: A CAUTION...
User's Guide - Page 13
... my computer • Drivers for my computer • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS)
Find It Here
Drivers and Utilities Media
NOTE: The Drivers and...Some features or media may ship with your computer. Finding Information
13 NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" ...
User's Guide - Page 16
..., warranty, and repair information
• Service and support - DSS is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support information. To download Desktop System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Drivers and Downloads. 2 Click Select Model. 3 Select your region or business segment...
User's Guide - Page 19
... computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process finishes.
2 Ensure that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Flash BIOS update program floppy disk, CD, USB key
Turning Off Your Computer
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open files, and exit any open...
User's Guide - Page 105
...the word enhanced appears in the title on models that include the 8-Mb NVRAM chip. Desktop Computer (Model # DCNE) Specifications
Microprocessor Microprocessor type
Internal cache
Memory Type Memory connectors ...processor requires the 8-Mb NVRAM chip and is available only on select models. 64 bits
Desktop Computer
105 single-channel: 256 MB 8 GB
nVidia GeForce 6150LE/Nforce 430 RAID 0 and...
User's Guide - Page 106
... models that include the 8-Mb NVRAM chip. Computer Information Address bus width DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM)
NIC
Video Type
Audio Type Stereo conversion Controllers Drives
Expansion Bus Bus type
Bus speed
Cards
106
Desktop Computer
40 bits eight 24 8 Mb or 4 Mb NOTE: The AMD Phenom processor requires the...
User's Guide - Page 118
... information by running the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics"
on page 317). 9 Update your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover.
7 Check all cable... out of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
Desktop Computer
118 See "Entering System Setup" on page 257 for the fan and cooling vents.
8...
User's Guide - Page 128
Desktop Computer
128
1 2
1 hard drive
2 slot verification number
6 Replace the floppy drive, media card reader, or second hard drive (see... is the primary drive, insert a bootable medium into your boot drive. 11 Turn on the computer. 12 Enter system setup and update the appropriate Primary Drive option (0 or 2) (see "Entering
System Setup" on page 257). 13 Exit system setup, and reboot the...
User's Guide - Page 131
...running the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 327). 16 Install your operating system.
Desktop Computer
131 NOTE: For instructions, see "Entering System
Setup" on the computer. 11 If ...replacement second hard drive, complete step 12 through step 16. 12 Enter system setup, and update the SATA port option under the Drives option list (see the documentation that came with your...
User's Guide - Page 250
... the Chassis Intrusion setting.
250
Advanced Features Security
Chassis Intrusion Detection
NOTE: When the administrator password is one that enables remote management programs such as updating its BIOS or shutting it down remotely.
User's Guide - Page 263
...Behavior Fastboot (On default) Numlock Key (On default) POST Hotkeys
Keyboard Errors
When enabled, this feature, for desktop computers).
2 Turn on page 257).
1 If you are marked R for Read and U for Unread. ...message.
When set to Report (enabled) and an error is detected during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting the system.
Event Log
Allows you to Do...
User's Guide - Page 264
...port and restart the computer. 2 When F12 = Boot Menu appears in case you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down -arrow keys to move through the list of the screen, press . NOTE: To boot to the USB ...device. The BIOS detects the device and adds the USB device option to the boot menu. 3 From the boot menu, ...
User's Guide - Page 268
... 0 configuration. The following table lists the sleep modes and the methods you purchased your OptiPlex computer support RAID level 0 and RAID level 1. (RAID support is not available for the...RAID level 1 is recommended for different types of data integrity.
The Dell mini tower and desktop models of RAID configurations are available in system setup allows the computer to wake the computer...
User's Guide - Page 271
... to migrate an existing RAID configuration.
Hard drives of any data you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; For an explanation of RAID levels and their requirements, see "System Setup Options" on page... Mode" on page 271). 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to enter the RAID BIOS. and right-arrow keys to Another RAID Configuration" on page 273.
Back up -
Setting Your ...
User's Guide - Page 291
... indicated on page 193
NOTICE: Before you install new memory modules, download the most recent BIOS for your computer from Dell is covered under your computer: • "Mini Tower Computer (Model #DCSM) Specifications" on page 31 • "Desktop Computer (Model # DCNE) Specifications" on page 105 • "Small Form Factor Computer (Model # DCCY...
User's Guide - Page 355
... following information is also available on the device 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.
