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If the message appears stating that memory size has changed, press to continue. 7 Log on to electrical outlets, and then turn them on your computer. 8 Right-click the My Computer icon on . Memory Module(s) 23 2 1 1 cutouts (2) 2 securing clip (snapped in position) 5 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 6 Connect your computer and devices to your Microsoft® Windows® desktop and click Properties. 9 Click the General tab. 10 To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed.
If the message appears stating that memory size has changed, press to continue. 7 Log on to electrical outlets, and then turn them on your computer. 8 Right-click the My Computer icon on . Memory Module(s) 23 2 1 1 cutouts (2) 2 securing clip (snapped in position) 5 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 6 Connect your computer and devices to your Microsoft® Windows® desktop and click Properties. 9 Click the General tab. 10 To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed.
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...in system setup unless you are an expert computer user. System Setup Screens Options List - Certain changes can cause your computer. 2 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to work incorrectly. NOTE: Keyboard ...of hard drive installed. System Setup 69 CAUTION: Do not change the settings in even intervals until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down your computer. • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password. • To read ...
...in system setup unless you are an expert computer user. System Setup Screens Options List - Certain changes can cause your computer. 2 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to work incorrectly. NOTE: Keyboard ...of hard drive installed. System Setup 69 CAUTION: Do not change the settings in even intervals until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down your computer. • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password. • To read ...
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... arrow keys to highlight the Boot Device Configuration menu option and press to be used for Future Boots 1 Enter system setup (see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Each device has a number next to it. 3 At the bottom of the menu, enter the number of the screen, press . The Boot Menu appears, listing... Boot You can use this feature, for example, to tell the computer to access your device is set. For example, if you can run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer and try again. To make sure your computer and to boot from the optical drive so that is to...
... arrow keys to highlight the Boot Device Configuration menu option and press to be used for Future Boots 1 Enter system setup (see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Each device has a number next to it. 3 At the bottom of the menu, enter the number of the screen, press . The Boot Menu appears, listing... Boot You can use this feature, for example, to tell the computer to access your device is set. For example, if you can run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer and try again. To make sure your computer and to boot from the optical drive so that is to...
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.... The file downloads to start over again, click Start Over on the top right of the menu. 7 Click Confirm. 8 A list of results appear on your desktop. The file icon appears on the screen. 5 Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Line list. 6 Select the product model number in the... Select Your Product Model list. NOTE: If you have selected a different model and want to your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 12 Double-click the file icon on the...
.... The file downloads to start over again, click Start Over on the top right of the menu. 7 Click Confirm. 8 A list of results appear on your desktop. The file icon appears on the screen. 5 Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Line list. 6 Select the product model number in the... Select Your Product Model list. NOTE: If you have selected a different model and want to your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 12 Double-click the file icon on the...
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... Windows 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Dimension Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 20 Back Panel Connectors 22 Software Features 24 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 28 Dell Dock 29 Solving Problems 30 Beep Codes 30 Network Problems 31... 33 Lockups and Software Problems 34 Using Support Tools 36 Dell Support Center 36 System Messages 37 Hardware Troubleshooter 39 Dell Diagnostics 39 Restoring Your Operating System 43 System Restore 44 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 45 Dell Factory Image Restore 46 Operating System Reinstallation 48 3
... Windows 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Dimension Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 20 Back Panel Connectors 22 Software Features 24 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 28 Dell Dock 29 Solving Problems 30 Beep Codes 30 Network Problems 31... 33 Lockups and Software Problems 34 Using Support Tools 36 Dell Support Center 36 System Messages 37 Hardware Troubleshooter 39 Dell Diagnostics 39 Restoring Your Operating System 43 System Restore 44 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 45 Dell Factory Image Restore 46 Operating System Reinstallation 48 3
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...easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Restricting airflow around your... computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. You should never place your Dimension desktop. WARNING: Before you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www...
...easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Restricting airflow around your... computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. You should never place your Dimension desktop. WARNING: Before you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www...
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... additional VGA connector may be available on the Dell website at www.dell.com. Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer if you use this connector to connect to identify the connectors on your computer and display. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has an...
... additional VGA connector may be available on the Dell website at www.dell.com. Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer if you use this connector to connect to identify the connectors on your computer and display. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has an...
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Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer. 8
Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer. 8
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... the network cable to the network port or the broadband device. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop A network connection is not required to complete your computer. To connect your computer to the network connector (RJ45 connector).
... the network cable to the network port or the broadband device. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop A network connection is not required to complete your computer. To connect your computer to the network connector (RJ45 connector).
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... BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. 13 Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection.
... BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. 13 Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection.
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... Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. If you do not have successfully connected in your ISP for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you get one. 14 If you cannot connect to the Internet but have an ISP...
... Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. If you do not have successfully connected in your ISP for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you get one. 14 If you cannot connect to the Internet but have an ISP...
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Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop NOTE: The following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your ISP to complete the setup. ... the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Dell™ computer to complete the setup. The Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select...
Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop NOTE: The following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your ISP to complete the setup. ... the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Dell™ computer to complete the setup. The Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select...
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Using Your Dimension Desktop This section provides information about the features available on your Dimension 2010 desktop. Front View Features 10 1 2 3 9 4 5 6 7 8 16
Using Your Dimension Desktop This section provides information about the features available on your Dimension 2010 desktop. Front View Features 10 1 2 3 9 4 5 6 7 8 16
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... optical drive. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to headphones. Opens the optical drive when pressed. 3 Optional optical drive bay - Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Using Your Dimension Desktop 1 Optical drive - Connects to USB devices such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 5 Headphone connector -
... optical drive. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to headphones. Opens the optical drive when pressed. 3 Optional optical drive bay - Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Using Your Dimension Desktop 1 Optical drive - Connects to USB devices such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 5 Headphone connector -
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... either in the center of your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 18 NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on . the computer is on page 31. 8 Hard drive activity light - Using Your Dimension Desktop 7 Power button - Turns the computer on top of this button...
... either in the center of your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 18 NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on . the computer is on page 31. 8 Hard drive activity light - Using Your Dimension Desktop 7 Power button - Turns the computer on top of this button...
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... appropriate connectors. 5 Expansion card slots - To use the padlock ring, insert a commercially available padlock through the ring, and then lock the padlock. 21 Using Your Dimension Desktop 1 Power connector - Connects to the inside of this connector may vary. 2 Voltage selector switch -
... appropriate connectors. 5 Expansion card slots - To use the padlock ring, insert a commercially available padlock through the ring, and then lock the padlock. 21 Using Your Dimension Desktop 1 Power connector - Connects to the inside of this connector may vary. 2 Voltage selector switch -
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... MP3 players. 3 Microphone connector - Connects to a network or broadband device. Connects your computer to a powered speaker or sound system. 6 Network connector and light - Using Your Dimension Desktop 1 VGA connector - A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to be in connector - Connects to the display. Connects to a microphone for voice...
... MP3 players. 3 Microphone connector - Connects to a network or broadband device. Connects your computer to a powered speaker or sound system. 6 Network connector and light - Using Your Dimension Desktop 1 VGA connector - A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to be in connector - Connects to the display. Connects to a microphone for voice...
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... and video files that can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs and DVDs. Productivity and Communication You can ... can access websites, setup an e-mail account, and upload or download files. Using Your Dimension Desktop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your own CDs, listen to music and radio stations. Optional software ...
... and video files that can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs and DVDs. Productivity and Communication You can ... can access websites, setup an e-mail account, and upload or download files. Using Your Dimension Desktop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your own CDs, listen to music and radio stations. Optional software ...
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... open area of system performance on your computer by adapting processor speed to your computer. Provides the highest level of the desktop. 2. Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in your operating system to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper... and learn more about your Dell computer provides the following options: Windows Vista® • Dell Recommended - Windows Vista® 1. The Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your customization options. Using Your Dimension Desktop Customizing the Desktop You can use the customizing ...
... open area of system performance on your computer by adapting processor speed to your computer. Provides the highest level of the desktop. 2. Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in your operating system to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper... and learn more about your Dell computer provides the following options: Windows Vista® • Dell Recommended - Windows Vista® 1. The Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your customization options. Using Your Dimension Desktop Customizing the Desktop You can use the customizing ...