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Dell™ Dimension™ 3100/E310 Owner's Manual Service Tag CD or DVD activity light FlexBay for optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader headphone connector diagnostic lights 1234 CD or DVD eject button USB 2.0 connectors (2) hard drive activity light power button cover latch release card slots for PCI (2), PCI Express x1 (1) power connector sound-card connectors USB 2.0 connectors (4) network adapter VGA video connector (integrated) Model DCSM www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Dell™ Dimension™ 3100/E310 Owner's Manual Service Tag CD or DVD activity light FlexBay for optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader headphone connector diagnostic lights 1234 CD or DVD eject button USB 2.0 connectors (2) hard drive activity light power button cover latch release card slots for PCI (2), PCI Express x1 (1) power connector sound-card connectors USB 2.0 connectors (4) network adapter VGA video connector (integrated) Model DCSM www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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...is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. A03 Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2004-2006 Dell Inc. Information in this document to refer to ...of Microsoft Corporation. Model DCSM September 2006 P/N DD137 Rev. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, DellNet, and PowerConnect are not applicable. Trademarks used in trademarks and...
...is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. A03 Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2004-2006 Dell Inc. Information in this document to refer to ...of Microsoft Corporation. Model DCSM September 2006 P/N DD137 Rev. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, DellNet, and PowerConnect are not applicable. Trademarks used in trademarks and...
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Contents Finding Information 9 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer 13 Printer Cable 13 Connecting a USB Printer 13 Connecting to the Internet 14 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 15 Playing CDs and DVDs 16 Adjusting the Volume 17 Adjusting the Picture 18 Copying CDs and DVDs 18 How to Copy a CD or DVD 18 Using Blank CDs and DVDs 19 Helpful Tips 20 Using a Media Card Reader (Optional 20 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 21 Connecting to a Network Adapter 21 Network Setup Wizard 22 Power Management 22 Standby Mode 23 Hibernate Mode 23 Power Options...
Contents Finding Information 9 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer 13 Printer Cable 13 Connecting a USB Printer 13 Connecting to the Internet 14 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 15 Playing CDs and DVDs 16 Adjusting the Volume 17 Adjusting the Picture 18 Copying CDs and DVDs 18 How to Copy a CD or DVD 18 Using Blank CDs and DVDs 19 Helpful Tips 20 Using a Media Card Reader (Optional 20 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 21 Connecting to a Network Adapter 21 Network Setup Wizard 22 Power Management 22 Standby Mode 23 Hibernate Mode 23 Power Options...
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Configuring Your Computer for RAID Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager 28 Hyper-Threading 30 2 Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips 31 Battery Problems 31 Drive Problems 31 CD and DVD drive problems 32 Hard drive problems 33 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 33 Error Messages 34 Media Card Reader Problems 35 Keyboard Problems 36 Lockups and Software Problems 36 The computer does not start up 36 The computer stops responding 36 A program stops responding 37 A program crashes repeatedly 37 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 37 A solid ...
Configuring Your Computer for RAID Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager 28 Hyper-Threading 30 2 Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips 31 Battery Problems 31 Drive Problems 31 CD and DVD drive problems 32 Hard drive problems 33 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 33 Error Messages 34 Media Card Reader Problems 35 Keyboard Problems 36 Lockups and Software Problems 36 The computer does not start up 36 The computer stops responding 36 A program stops responding 37 A program crashes repeatedly 37 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 37 A solid ...
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... 44 If the screen is blank 44 If the screen is difficult to read 45 3 Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights 47 Dell Diagnostics 50 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 50 Drivers 51 What Is a Driver 51 Identifying Drivers 52 Reinstalling Drivers 52 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities... 53 Restoring Your Operating System 53 Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore 54 Using Dell™ PC Restore by Symantec 55 Removing Dell PC Restore 56 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin 57 Recommended Tools 57 Turning Off Your ...
... 44 If the screen is blank 44 If the screen is difficult to read 45 3 Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights 47 Dell Diagnostics 50 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 50 Drivers 51 What Is a Driver 51 Identifying Drivers 52 Reinstalling Drivers 52 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities... 53 Restoring Your Operating System 53 Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore 54 Using Dell™ PC Restore by Symantec 55 Removing Dell PC Restore 56 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin 57 Recommended Tools 57 Turning Off Your ...
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Cards 69 Drive Panels 73 Removing the Drive Panel 74 Removing the Drive-Panel Insert 75 Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert 75 Replacing the Drive Panel 76 Drives 76 IDE Drive Addressing 77 Connecting Drive Cables 77 Drive Interface Connectors 78 Power Cable Connector 78 Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables 79 Hard Drive 79 Removing a Hard Drive 80 Installing a Hard Drive 81 Adding a Second Hard Drive (optional 82 Floppy Drive 83 Removing a Floppy Drive 83 Installing a Floppy Drive 85 Media Card Reader 87 Removing a Media Card Reader 87 Installing a Media Card Reader 89...
Cards 69 Drive Panels 73 Removing the Drive Panel 74 Removing the Drive-Panel Insert 75 Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert 75 Replacing the Drive Panel 76 Drives 76 IDE Drive Addressing 77 Connecting Drive Cables 77 Drive Interface Connectors 78 Power Cable Connector 78 Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables 79 Hard Drive 79 Removing a Hard Drive 80 Installing a Hard Drive 81 Adding a Second Hard Drive (optional 82 Floppy Drive 83 Removing a Floppy Drive 83 Installing a Floppy Drive 85 Media Card Reader 87 Removing a Media Card Reader 87 Installing a Media Card Reader 89...
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System Setup Options 104 Boot Sequence 107 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 109 Clearing CMOS Settings 110 Cleaning Your Computer 110 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 110 Mouse 111 Floppy Drive 111 CDs and DVDs 111 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 112 Class A 113 Class B 113 FCC Identification Information 114 Contacting Dell 114 Index 133 Contents 7 Only 112 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 112 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 112 FCC Notices (U.S.
System Setup Options 104 Boot Sequence 107 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 109 Clearing CMOS Settings 110 Cleaning Your Computer 110 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 110 Mouse 111 Floppy Drive 111 CDs and DVDs 111 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 112 Class A 113 Class B 113 FCC Identification Information 114 Contacting Dell 114 Index 133 Contents 7 Only 112 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 112 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 112 FCC Notices (U.S.
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NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be available in certain countries. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to set up my computer Setup Diagram Finding Information 9 Some features or media may not be optional and may not ship with your computer.
NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be available in certain countries. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to set up my computer Setup Diagram Finding Information 9 Some features or media may not be optional and may not ship with your computer.
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... Tag or product model. 3 In the Download Category drop-down menu, click All. 4 Select the operating system and operating system language for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. Contact information, service call when...Customer Care - DSS is necessary for correct operation of your operating system and support for your computer, you use the customized Dell Premier Support website at • Upgrades - The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate ...
... Tag or product model. 3 In the Download Category drop-down menu, click All. 4 Select the operating system and operating system language for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. Contact information, service call when...Customer Care - DSS is necessary for correct operation of your operating system and support for your computer, you use the customized Dell Premier Support website at • Upgrades - The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate ...
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Finding Information 11 What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click 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 problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen.
Finding Information 11 What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click 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 problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen.
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The USB connectors only fit into the ports when correctly oriented. See the documentation that came with a USB cable. Your printer may arrive in the computer box. Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is compatible with your computer with your computer, the cable may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load paper and install the toner ...
The USB connectors only fit into the ports when correctly oriented. See the documentation that came with a USB cable. Your printer may arrive in the computer box. Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is compatible with your computer with your computer, the cable may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load paper and install the toner ...
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With a DSL connection, you are using a dial-up your local cable TV line. USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB connector on the same line simultaneously. • Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your Internet connection. If you can access the Internet and use your telephone on printer Connecting to the Internet, you set up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL...
With a DSL connection, you are using a dial-up your local cable TV line. USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB connector on the same line simultaneously. • Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your Internet connection. If you can access the Internet and use your telephone on printer Connecting to the Internet, you set up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL...
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NOTE: If you do not know which type of Internet service providers (ISPs). • If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a CD, click Use the CD I got from a list of connection to select, contact your ISP. 6 Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to the Internet?, and then click Next. 7 Use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup. If you cannot connect to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually. • If you ...
NOTE: If you do not know which type of Internet service providers (ISPs). • If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a CD, click Use the CD I got from a list of connection to select, contact your ISP. 6 Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to the Internet?, and then click Next. 7 Use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup. If you cannot connect to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually. • If you ...
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NOTE: Ensure that came with your computer. To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to the previous track 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you are playing CDs or DVDs. 1 Press the eject button on the CD or DVD tray when you create CDs. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. Playing CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Do not press down on the front of the drive. 2 Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray. 3 Press the eject button or gently push in the tray. A CD player includes the following basic ...
NOTE: Ensure that came with your computer. To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to the previous track 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you are playing CDs or DVDs. 1 Press the eject button on the CD or DVD tray when you create CDs. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. Playing CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Do not press down on the front of the drive. 2 Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray. 3 Press the eject button or gently push in the tray. A CD player includes the following basic ...
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For more information on playing CDs or DVDs, click Help on volume control options, click Help in the Volume Control column and slide it up or down to increase or decrease the volume. Eject Go to the next track A DVD player includes the following basic buttons: Stop Restart the current chapter Play Fast forward Pause Fast reverse Advance a single frame while in pause mode Go to the next title or chapter Continuously play the current title or chapter Go to the previous title or chapter Eject For more information on the CD or DVD player (if available). Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the ...
For more information on playing CDs or DVDs, click Help on volume control options, click Help in the Volume Control column and slide it up or down to increase or decrease the volume. Eject Go to the next track A DVD player includes the following basic buttons: Stop Restart the current chapter Play Fast forward Pause Fast reverse Advance a single frame while in pause mode Go to the next title or chapter Continuously play the current title or chapter Go to the previous title or chapter Eject For more information on the CD or DVD player (if available). Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the ...
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... This section applies only to DVD media. You can write to and read DVD-RAM or DVD-R DL media. The DVD-writable drives installed in Dell™ computers can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for available software patches on your computer or backing up important data. For help, open Sonic DigitalMedia and... then click the question mark icon in Screen resolution to change the setting to and may vary by Dell may not read DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW and DVD+R DL (dual layer) media, but cannot write to 800 by 600 pixels. 5 Click the drop-down ...
... This section applies only to DVD media. You can write to and read DVD-RAM or DVD-R DL media. The DVD-writable drives installed in Dell™ computers can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for available software patches on your computer or backing up important data. For help, open Sonic DigitalMedia and... then click the question mark icon in Screen resolution to change the setting to and may vary by Dell may not read DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW and DVD+R DL (dual layer) media, but cannot write to 800 by 600 pixels. 5 Click the drop-down ...
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After creating a CD-R, you cannot write to erase, rewrite, or update information on that CD-R again (see the Sonic documentation for more information). Use blank DVD+/-RWs if you plan to that disc later. Once you have finished copying the source CD or DVD, the CD or DVD that you have one CD or DVD drive, ensure that disc again if the disc is "finalized" or "closed" during the final stage of information. CD-Writable Drives Media Type CD-R CD-RW Read Yes Yes Write Yes Yes Rewritable No Yes DVD-Writable Drives Media Type CD-R CD-RW DVD+R DVD-R DVD+RW DVD-RW DVD+R DL Read ...
After creating a CD-R, you cannot write to erase, rewrite, or update information on that CD-R again (see the Sonic documentation for more information). Use blank DVD+/-RWs if you plan to that disc later. Once you have finished copying the source CD or DVD, the CD or DVD that you have one CD or DVD drive, ensure that disc again if the disc is "finalized" or "closed" during the final stage of information. CD-Writable Drives Media Type CD-R CD-RW Read Yes Yes Write Yes Yes Rewritable No Yes DVD-Writable Drives Media Type CD-R CD-RW DVD+R DVD-R DVD+RW DVD-RW DVD+R DL Read ...
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The Media Card Reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture Card • SmartMedia (SMC) • CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) • MicroDrive Card • SecureDigital Card (SD) • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Using a Media Card Reader (Optional) Use the Media Card Reader to transfer data directly to a blank 650-MB CD. for additional information. The CD-RW drive needs 1-2 MB of formats supported by your DVD player, see the documentation provided with CD recording techniques. If ...
The Media Card Reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture Card • SmartMedia (SMC) • CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) • MicroDrive Card • SecureDigital Card (SD) • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Using a Media Card Reader (Optional) Use the Media Card Reader to transfer data directly to a blank 650-MB CD. for additional information. The CD-RW drive needs 1-2 MB of formats supported by your DVD player, see the documentation provided with CD recording techniques. If ...
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Check the card orientation and try again. Do not plug the network cable into the network adapter connector on the computer. Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter NOTICE: Plug the network cable into the modem connector on the computer. Insert the cable until it is completely seated in the connector. For information on installing a Media Card Reader, see "Installing a Media Card Reader" on the back of your computer. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21 If you encounter resistance, do not force the media or card. xD-Picture Card and ...
Check the card orientation and try again. Do not plug the network cable into the network adapter connector on the computer. Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter NOTICE: Plug the network cable into the modem connector on the computer. Insert the cable until it is completely seated in the connector. For information on installing a Media Card Reader, see "Installing a Media Card Reader" on the back of your computer. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21 If you encounter resistance, do not force the media or card. xD-Picture Card and ...