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... already installed on your CD to provide the most current updates about technical changes to access your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide Quick Reference Guide 5 Readme files may be optional and may be included on your computer. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use...
... already installed on your CD to provide the most current updates about technical changes to access your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide Quick Reference Guide 5 Readme files may be optional and may be included on your computer. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use...
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... replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label • How to reinstall my operating system 6 Quick Reference Guide Find It Here Dell™ OptiPlex™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides...
... replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label • How to reinstall my operating system 6 Quick Reference Guide Find It Here Dell™ OptiPlex™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides...
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... user interface may vary updates appropriate for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® processors, optical drives, and 1 Go to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your Service Tag. 2 Select Drivers & Downloads...
... user interface may vary updates appropriate for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® processors, optical drives, and 1 Go to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your Service Tag. 2 Select Drivers & Downloads...
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... too close to the modem. 8 Quick Reference Guide If you install any of the procedures in this section, follow the instructions. Insert the network cable, not the telephone line, into the network connector. You must complete all the steps to the network adapter connector. NOTICE: Do not connect a modem cable to properly set up your computer. NOTICE: Do not attempt...
... too close to the modem. 8 Quick Reference Guide If you install any of the procedures in this section, follow the instructions. Insert the network cable, not the telephone line, into the network connector. You must complete all the steps to the network adapter connector. NOTICE: Do not connect a modem cable to properly set up your computer. NOTICE: Do not attempt...
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... panel must be manually set to electrical outlets. Computers with a manual voltage-selection switch, set the switch for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in Japan is 100 V. 6 Verify that the voltage selection switch is set correctly for your location. 5 Connect power cables to the computer, monitor, and devices and connect the other ends of the power cables to the 115...
... panel must be manually set to electrical outlets. Computers with a manual voltage-selection switch, set the switch for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in Japan is 100 V. 6 Verify that the voltage selection switch is set correctly for your location. 5 Connect power cables to the computer, monitor, and devices and connect the other ends of the power cables to the 115...
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... computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to the 115-V position. The computer is equipped with a manual voltage-selection switch. To avoid damaging a computer with a manual voltage-selection switch, set to the same address. Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your online User's Guide. • Green - If you have a USB printer, plug it into...
... computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to the 115-V position. The computer is equipped with a manual voltage-selection switch. To avoid damaging a computer with a manual voltage-selection switch, set to the same address. Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your online User's Guide. • Green - If you have a USB printer, plug it into...
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... adapter card, use the connector on the card. The default designation is on the card. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into a sound or telephony program. It is transmitting or receiving network data. Plug the cable from your monitor to the connector on the card. NOTE: If you must use Category 5 wiring and connectors for voice or musical input into the network connector. Connect...
... adapter card, use the connector on the card. The default designation is on the card. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into a sound or telephony program. It is transmitting or receiving network data. Plug the cable from your monitor to the connector on the card. NOTE: If you must use Category 5 wiring and connectors for voice or musical input into the network connector. Connect...
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... or solid amber - A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. • Orange - 5 power light 6 diagnostic lights 7 link integrity light 8 headphone connector 9 floppy drive 10 CD/DVD drive 11 location of light codes that can help you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. Use the lights to attach headphones. Plug serial, USB, and other...
... or solid amber - A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. • Orange - 5 power light 6 diagnostic lights 7 link integrity light 8 headphone connector 9 floppy drive 10 CD/DVD drive 11 location of light codes that can help you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. Use the lights to attach headphones. Plug serial, USB, and other...
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... with a manual voltage-selection switch. If you have a USB printer, plug it into a USB connector. For more information, see your location. 5 padlock ring Insert a padlock to lock the computer cover. 6 cover release latch Use this latch to the network. 18 Quick Reference Guide Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your online User's Guide. •...
... with a manual voltage-selection switch. If you have a USB printer, plug it into a USB connector. For more information, see your location. 5 padlock ring Insert a padlock to lock the computer cover. 6 cover release latch Use this latch to the network. 18 Quick Reference Guide Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your online User's Guide. •...
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.... On computers with a sound card, use Category 5 wiring and connectors for devices that the network cable has been securely attached. Use the back USB connectors for your computer. Plug the cable from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. Connect your VGA-compatible monitor into the blue connector. Do not remove the cap. The default designation is transmitting or receiving network data.
.... On computers with a sound card, use Category 5 wiring and connectors for devices that the network cable has been securely attached. Use the back USB connectors for your computer. Plug the cable from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. Connect your VGA-compatible monitor into the blue connector. Do not remove the cap. The default designation is transmitting or receiving network data.
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... such as a processor by its pins. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by its edges, not by your warranty. NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its metal mounting bracket. if you are disconnecting this section, follow the safety instructions in on your own personal...
... such as a processor by its pins. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by its edges, not by your warranty. NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its metal mounting bracket. if you are disconnecting this section, follow the safety instructions in on your own personal...
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The real-time clock has been enabled (default setting). jumpered Desktop Computer unjumpered 2 1 3 4 6 5 1 drive bay (CD/DVD, floppy, 4 card slots and hard drive) 2 power supply 5 heat sink assembly 3 system board 6 front I/O panel Quick Reference Guide 27 The real-time clock is being reset (jumpered temporarily). Password features are enabled (default setting). Jumper PSWD Setting 1 RTCRST 1 Description Password features are disabled.
The real-time clock has been enabled (default setting). jumpered Desktop Computer unjumpered 2 1 3 4 6 5 1 drive bay (CD/DVD, floppy, 4 card slots and hard drive) 2 power supply 5 heat sink assembly 3 system board 6 front I/O panel Quick Reference Guide 27 The real-time clock is being reset (jumpered temporarily). Password features are enabled (default setting). Jumper PSWD Setting 1 RTCRST 1 Description Password features are disabled.
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...) your hard drive or from the optional Drivers and Utilities CD (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics. 8 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for the CD/.... NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for instructions), review your online User's Guide for one time only. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to test displays in your computer's configuration information, and ensure that ...
...) your hard drive or from the optional Drivers and Utilities CD (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics. 8 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for the CD/.... NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for instructions), review your online User's Guide for one time only. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to test displays in your computer's configuration information, and ensure that ...
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... run . Write down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on contacting Dell, see your computer. For information on the screen. Performs a thorough check of the test and any error conditions encountered. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you want . If you to your online User's Guide. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your...
... run . Write down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on contacting Dell, see your computer. For information on the screen. Performs a thorough check of the test and any error conditions encountered. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you want . If you to your online User's Guide. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your...
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... wake the computer. Power Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution Solid green Power is on contacting Dell, see "Beep Codes" on the keyboard to complete. If the Dell Diagnostics is identified. problem is running a test, or a device on page 34). For information on , and the computer is identified. For instructions on diagnosing the beep code see your online User's Guide. For information on...
... wake the computer. Power Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution Solid green Power is on contacting Dell, see "Beep Codes" on the keyboard to complete. If the Dell Diagnostics is identified. problem is running a test, or a device on page 34). For information on , and the computer is identified. For instructions on diagnosing the beep code see your online User's Guide. For information on...
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.... For information on reinstalling memory modules, see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. A possible floppy or hard drive failure has Reseat all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your online User's Guide. • If you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all power and data cables and occurred. Continue until you...
.... For information on reinstalling memory modules, see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. A possible floppy or hard drive failure has Reseat all modules without error. • If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your online User's Guide. • If you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all power and data cables and occurred. Continue until you...
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...setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to start the search. 3 Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to the hardware, software, or other system settings... and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on my computer, and click Next. System Restore does not monitor your data files. Using Microsoft ...
...setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to start the search. 3 Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to the hardware, software, or other system settings... and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on my computer, and click Next. System Restore does not monitor your data files. Using Microsoft ...
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... you are using the Drivers and Utilities CD for your system configuration is about to begin installation. 3 Click OK to continue. The Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) scans your computer's hardware and operating system, and then a list of device drivers for the first time on the screen. 2 Click the appropriate driver and follow the instructions to download the driver to register...
... you are using the Drivers and Utilities CD for your system configuration is about to begin installation. 3 Click OK to continue. The Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) scans your computer's hardware and operating system, and then a list of device drivers for the first time on the screen. 2 Click the appropriate driver and follow the instructions to download the driver to register...
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... Dell support site, 7 diagnostics beep codes, 37 Dell Diagnostics, 30 documentation End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 7 Product Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User's Guide, 6 warranty, 5 H hardware beep codes, 37 conflicts, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 30 Hardware Troubleshooter, 38 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 I installing parts before you begin, 20 IRQ conflicts, 38 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 lights diagnostic, 34 power, 17 system, 33 M motherboard...
... Dell support site, 7 diagnostics beep codes, 37 Dell Diagnostics, 30 documentation End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 7 Product Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User's Guide, 6 warranty, 5 H hardware beep codes, 37 conflicts, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 30 Hardware Troubleshooter, 38 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 I installing parts before you begin, 20 IRQ conflicts, 38 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 lights diagnostic, 34 power, 17 system, 33 M motherboard...
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R regulatory information, 5 reinstalling Windows XP, 39 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software conflicts, 38 support website, 7 system board, 25, 28 System Restore, 38 U User's Guide, 6 W warranty information, 5 Windows XP Hardware Troubleshooter, 38 Help and Support Center, 7 reinstalling, 6, 39 setup, 41 System Restore, 38 T troubleshooting beep codes, 37 conflicts, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 30 diagnostic lights, 34 Hardware Troubleshooter, 38 Help and Support Center, 7 restore computer to previous operating state, 38 system lights, 33 44 Index
R regulatory information, 5 reinstalling Windows XP, 39 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software conflicts, 38 support website, 7 system board, 25, 28 System Restore, 38 U User's Guide, 6 W warranty information, 5 Windows XP Hardware Troubleshooter, 38 Help and Support Center, 7 reinstalling, 6, 39 setup, 41 System Restore, 38 T troubleshooting beep codes, 37 conflicts, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 30 diagnostic lights, 34 Hardware Troubleshooter, 38 Help and Support Center, 7 restore computer to previous operating state, 38 system lights, 33 44 Index
