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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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... system, use the ResourceCD to reinstall drivers for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - www.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • How to reinstall my...product specifications, and white papers Setup Diagram 16 F i n d i n g I n f o r ma t i o n f o r Yo u r C o m p u te r Dell Support website The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Knowledge Base - contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - drivers, patches, and software...
... system, use the ResourceCD to reinstall drivers for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - www.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • How to reinstall my...product specifications, and white papers Setup Diagram 16 F i n d i n g I n f o r ma t i o n f o r Yo u r C o m p u te r Dell Support website The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Knowledge Base - contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - drivers, patches, and software...
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... FOR THE DESTINATION D R IV E - The program that you want to a nonbootable CD. Insert a bootable CD. x: \ I S N O T A C C E S S I R E D . O P E R A T I L E W A S N O T F O U N D - Try copying the file to open . Contact Dell (see page 105). NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 43 D L L F I N G S Y S T E M N O T F O U N D - Insert a disc into the drive and try running the program that you want to fit on...
... FOR THE DESTINATION D R IV E - The program that you want to a nonbootable CD. Insert a bootable CD. x: \ I S N O T A C C E S S I R E D . O P E R A T I L E W A S N O T F O U N D - Try copying the file to open . Contact Dell (see page 105). NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 43 D L L F I N G S Y S T E M N O T F O U N D - Insert a disc into the drive and try running the program that you want to fit on...
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... connected to the system board (see page 83). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 105). See the printer documentation for your location (see page 9). • ... K I N T E R F E R E N C E - E N S U R E T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I S T U R N E D O N - The computer 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 the video card, if applicable (see...
... connected to the system board (see page 83). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 105). See the printer documentation for your location (see page 9). • ... K I N T E R F E R E N C E - E N S U R E T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I S T U R N E D O N - The computer 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 the video card, if applicable (see...
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... a faulty module or reinstall all modules without error. • If available, 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 105). 60 Advanced Troubleshooting If the computer malfunctions, the color and sequence of...
... a faulty module or reinstall all modules without error. • If available, 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 105). 60 Advanced Troubleshooting If the computer malfunctions, the color and sequence of...
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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 a card (not the video card) (see page 86) and then restarting the computer....88). • 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, install one memory module (if the computer supports a single module), and restart the computer. Diagnostic ...
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 a card (not the video card) (see page 86) and then restarting the computer....88). • 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, install one memory module (if the computer supports a single module), and restart the computer. Diagnostic ...
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Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are running the Dell Diagnostics 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 ... computer, close the Main Menu screen. Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your hardware configuration for all devices attached to your computer. The Dell Diagnostics obtains your configuration information for the selected device. The device list may need to install drivers if you: • Upgrade your...
Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are running the Dell Diagnostics 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 ... computer, close the Main Menu screen. Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your hardware configuration for all devices attached to your computer. The Dell Diagnostics obtains your configuration information for the selected device. The device list may need to install drivers if you: • Upgrade your...
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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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... page 97. 1 Shut down the computer (see page 88). 7 If necessary, remove a memory module: a Press out the securing clip at each end of memory supported by installing memory modules on page 9. 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 ground...
... page 97. 1 Shut down the computer (see page 88). 7 If necessary, remove a memory module: a Press out the securing clip at each end of memory supported by installing memory modules on page 9. 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 ground...
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Adding Pa rts 91 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. 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. memory connector closest to microprocessor securing clips (2) connector 9 Align the notch on the bottom of the module.
Adding Pa rts 91 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. 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. memory connector closest to microprocessor securing clips (2) connector 9 Align the notch on the bottom of the module.
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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 stand (see page ... turn them on. 15 Right-click the My Computer icon and then click Properties. 16 Click the General tab. 17 To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of the way. Make sure that cables are not routed over the drive cage-they will prevent the cover...are left inside the computer. 3 Pivot the cover down and ensure 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 stand (see page ... turn them on. 15 Right-click the My Computer icon and then click Properties. 16 Click the General tab. 17 To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of the way. Make sure that cables are not routed over the drive cage-they will prevent the cover...are left inside the computer. 3 Pivot the cover down and ensure that no tools or extra parts are connected, and fold cables out of memory (RAM) listed.
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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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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..., 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 See system board N network fixing problems, 49 setting up, 28...
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..., 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 See system board N network fixing problems, 49 setting up, 28...
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... Restore, 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, 38... Help and Support Center, 17, 38 Hyper-Threading, 34 reinstalling, 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 crashes, 44 stops responding, 44 R RAM. ...
... Restore, 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, 38... Help and Support Center, 17, 38 Hyper-Threading, 34 reinstalling, 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 crashes, 44 stops responding, 44 R RAM. ...