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... Card 84 Removing a PC Card 85 Adding Other Cards 86 Adding or Replacing a Video Card 88 Removing a Video Card 88 Installing a Video Card 89 Adding Memory 90 Closing the Computer Cover 92 5 Appendix Specifications 96 Standard Settings 100 Viewing Settings 101 System Setup Program Screens 101 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 102 Replacing...
... Card 84 Removing a PC Card 85 Adding Other Cards 86 Adding or Replacing a Video Card 88 Removing a Video Card 88 Installing a Video Card 89 Adding Memory 90 Closing the Computer Cover 92 5 Appendix Specifications 96 Standard Settings 100 Viewing Settings 101 System Setup Program Screens 101 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 102 Replacing...
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...order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - online discussion with other ... computer • Answers to technical service and support questions • Online discussions with your computer. drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Dell Support website The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Knowledge Base - computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Setup Diagram 16 F i n d...
...order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - online discussion with other ... computer • Answers to technical service and support questions • Online discussions with your computer. drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Dell Support website The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Knowledge Base - computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Setup Diagram 16 F i n d...
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... SOME PROGRAMS AND T R Y A GA I S N O T R E A D Y - The file that you are trying to open is trying to boot to fit on the disc. Contact Dell (see page 105). T H E D E V I C E I N - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 43 Error Messages A FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING C HA R A CT ER S Do not use . The...
... SOME PROGRAMS AND T R Y A GA I S N O T R E A D Y - The file that you are trying to open is trying to boot to fit on the disc. Contact Dell (see page 105). T H E D E V I C E I N - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 43 Error Messages A FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING C HA R A CT ER S Do not use . The...
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... • Too many devices on a power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see page 83). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 105). E N S U R E T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I N T E R F E R E N C E - Other causes of interference are securely connected to the printer and the... is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 90). • Remove and then reinstall any cards (see page 86). • Remove and then reinstall...
... • Too many devices on a power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see page 83). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 105). E N S U R E T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I N T E R F E R E N C E - Other causes of interference are securely connected to the printer and the... is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 90). • Remove and then reinstall any cards (see page 86). • Remove and then reinstall...
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..., install properly working memory of the same type into your computer is equipped with the computer (see page 97). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 90), and then restart the computer. Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error... exists. • Be sure that there are no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements (see page 90). •...
..., install properly working memory of the same type into your computer is equipped with the computer (see page 97). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 90), and then restart the computer. Memory modules are detected, but a memory configuration or compatibility error... exists. • Be sure that there are no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements (see page 90). •...
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...), and restart the computer. Diagnostic Code GYYY ABCD Definition No memory modules are detected. Advanced Troubleshooting 61 Then move the memory module to another connector and restart the computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 105). 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing...• If the problem persists or the computer has integrated video, contact Dell (see page 90) and then restart the computer. • To eliminate the possibility of a faulty memory connector, remove all memory modules (see page 105). YGYY PCI bus failure. ABCD YGYG ABCD Video...
...), and restart the computer. Diagnostic Code GYYY ABCD Definition No memory modules are detected. Advanced Troubleshooting 61 Then move the memory module to another connector and restart the computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 105). 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing...• If the problem persists or the computer has integrated video, contact Dell (see page 90) and then restart the computer. • To eliminate the possibility of a faulty memory connector, remove all memory modules (see page 105). YGYY PCI bus failure. ABCD YGYG ABCD Video...
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.... Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver is the source of all the components installed on your computer or all devices from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests and displays it in the device list in the following sections to identify whether the driver is a program that use the... set of the screen. You may not display the names of your operating system • Connect or install a new device If you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the ResourceCD, remove the CD. 5 Close the test screen to return to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the...
.... Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver is the source of all the components installed on your computer or all devices from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests and displays it in the device list in the following sections to identify whether the driver is a program that use the... set of the screen. You may not display the names of your operating system • Connect or install a new device If you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the ResourceCD, remove the CD. 5 Close the test screen to return to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the...
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SECTION 4 Adding Parts Front and Back View of the Computer Reattaching the Front Door Opening the Computer Cover Looking Inside Your Computer Adding PC Cards (Optional) Adding Other Cards Adding or Replacing a Video Card Adding Memory Closing the Computer Cover 4
SECTION 4 Adding Parts Front and Back View of the Computer Reattaching the Front Door Opening the Computer Cover Looking Inside Your Computer Adding PC Cards (Optional) Adding Other Cards Adding or Replacing a Video Card Adding Memory Closing the Computer Cover 4
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... connector (POWER) microprocessor fan connector (FAN) microprocessor connector (CPU) back of computer front panel switch connector (FRONTPANEL) hard drive connector (IDE1) standby power light (AUX_PWR) memory module connectors (DIMM A, DIMM B) page 90 video card connector (AGP) PCI2 card connector (PCI2) page 86 PCI1 card connector (PCI2) page 86 microprocessor power connector...
... connector (POWER) microprocessor fan connector (FAN) microprocessor connector (CPU) back of computer front panel switch connector (FRONTPANEL) hard drive connector (IDE1) standby power light (AUX_PWR) memory module connectors (DIMM A, DIMM B) page 90 video card connector (AGP) PCI2 card connector (PCI2) page 86 PCI1 card connector (PCI2) page 86 microprocessor power connector...
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www.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com HINT: Memory purchased from Dell is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from the network wall jack. 2 Turn off any of memory supported by installing memory modules on the system board. You can increase your ... b Grasp the module and pull up. For information on the type of the procedures in "Technical Specifications" on page 9. Adding Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets. 3 Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical ...
www.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com HINT: Memory purchased from Dell is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from the network wall jack. 2 Turn off any of memory supported by installing memory modules on the system board. You can increase your ... b Grasp the module and pull up. For information on the type of the procedures in "Technical Specifications" on page 9. Adding Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets. 3 Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical ...
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Adding Pa rts 91 notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into position. If you apply equal force to each end of the module. 10 Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into the cutouts at each end of the module with the crossbar in the connector. memory connector closest to microprocessor securing clips (2) connector 9 Align the notch on the bottom of the module.
Adding Pa rts 91 notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into position. If you apply equal force to each end of the module. 10 Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into the cutouts at each end of the module with the crossbar in the connector. memory connector closest to microprocessor securing clips (2) connector 9 Align the notch on the bottom of the module.
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... (see page 21). Make sure that cables are not routed over the drive cage-they will prevent the cover from closing properly. 2 Ensure that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of the way. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then... Properties. 16 Click the General tab. 17 To verify that no tools or extra parts are connected, and fold cables out of memory (RAM) listed. www.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com 11 Reinstall the video card (see page 88). 12 Close the computer cover (see page 92). 13 Attach the computer...
... (see page 21). Make sure that cables are not routed over the drive cage-they will prevent the cover from closing properly. 2 Ensure that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of the way. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then... Properties. 16 Click the General tab. 17 To verify that no tools or extra parts are connected, and fold cables out of memory (RAM) listed. www.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com 11 Reinstall the video card (see page 88). 12 Close the computer cover (see page 92). 13 Attach the computer...
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Memory Architecture Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory Memory type Drives Externally accessible Internally accessible Available devices Ports and Connectors Externally accessible: Serial Parallel IEEE 1394 Video Keyboard Mouse USB Headphone Audio Network Internally ...
Memory Architecture Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory Memory type Drives Externally accessible Internally accessible Available devices Ports and Connectors Externally accessible: Serial Parallel IEEE 1394 Video Keyboard Mouse USB Headphone Audio Network Internally ...
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... problems, 41 monitor fixing problems, 55 motherboard. 108 I n d e x F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26 finding information, 15 finding solutions, 36 fixing problems battery, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 64 drive, 39 e-mail, 41 IEEE 1394, 47 Internet connection, 41 keyboard, 47 modem, 41 mouse, 48 network, 49 PC Cards, 50 power, 51..., 38 Hyper-Threading, 34 I IEEE 1394, 25 Internet connecting, 29 fixing problems, 41 setting up connection, 29 IRQ conflicts, 70 K keyboard fixing problems, 47 M memory adding, 90 connectors, 83 messages start-up , 23 troubleshooting, 52 USB, 24 program 108 Index
... problems, 41 monitor fixing problems, 55 motherboard. 108 I n d e x F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26 finding information, 15 finding solutions, 36 fixing problems battery, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 64 drive, 39 e-mail, 41 IEEE 1394, 47 Internet connection, 41 keyboard, 47 modem, 41 mouse, 48 network, 49 PC Cards, 50 power, 51..., 38 Hyper-Threading, 34 I IEEE 1394, 25 Internet connecting, 29 fixing problems, 41 setting up connection, 29 IRQ conflicts, 70 K keyboard fixing problems, 47 M memory adding, 90 connectors, 83 messages start-up , 23 troubleshooting, 52 USB, 24 program 108 Index
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...62 system setup program, 100 T technical assistance telephone numbers and addresses, 105 Tell Me How help file accessing, 17, 38 troubleshooting, 36 Dell Diagnostics, 15, 64 Device Driver Rollback, 68 drivers, 67 Help and Support Center, 17, 38 turning off your computer, 34 Help, 17..., 71 shutdown, 34 V video fixing problems, 55 video memory connector, 83 volume adjusting, 54 W Windows License Label, 15 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 68 Index 109 See memory reinstalling drivers, 68 Windows XP, 71 ResourceCD, 15, 68-69 Dell Diagnostics, 15, 64 S safety instructions, 9 scanner fixing ...
...62 system setup program, 100 T technical assistance telephone numbers and addresses, 105 Tell Me How help file accessing, 17, 38 troubleshooting, 36 Dell Diagnostics, 15, 64 Device Driver Rollback, 68 drivers, 67 Help and Support Center, 17, 38 turning off your computer, 34 Help, 17..., 71 shutdown, 34 V video fixing problems, 55 video memory connector, 83 volume adjusting, 54 W Windows License Label, 15 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 68 Index 109 See memory reinstalling drivers, 68 Windows XP, 71 ResourceCD, 15, 68-69 Dell Diagnostics, 15, 64 S safety instructions, 9 scanner fixing ...