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Dell™ Dimension™ 8400 Series CD or DVD activity light CD or DVD drive eject button USB 2.0 connectors (2) headphone connector Service Tag floppy drive eject button* floppy drive light* ... connector keyboard connector center/LFE connector line-out connector microphone connector USB 2.0 connectors (6) VGA video connector TV-OUT connector** optional sound-card connectors** parallel connector diagnostic lights mouse connector surround connector line-in connector network adapter DVI connector PCI card (3), PCI Express x1 card (1), PCI Express x16 card (1) slots **Not present...
Dell™ Dimension™ 8400 Series CD or DVD activity light CD or DVD drive eject button USB 2.0 connectors (2) headphone connector Service Tag floppy drive eject button* floppy drive light* ... connector keyboard connector center/LFE connector line-out connector microphone connector USB 2.0 connectors (6) VGA video connector TV-OUT connector** optional sound-card connectors** parallel connector diagnostic lights mouse connector surround connector line-in connector network adapter DVI connector PCI card (3), PCI Express x1 card (1), PCI Express x16 card (1) slots **Not present...
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... Problems 46 If the screen is blank 46 If the screen is difficult to read 47 3 Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights 49 Dell Diagnostics 52 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 53 Drivers 54 What Is a Driver 54 Identifying Drivers 54 Reinstalling Drivers 55 Restoring Your Operating ...System 56 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 56 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 57 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities ...
... Problems 46 If the screen is blank 46 If the screen is difficult to read 47 3 Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights 49 Dell Diagnostics 52 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 53 Drivers 54 What Is a Driver 54 Identifying Drivers 54 Reinstalling Drivers 55 Restoring Your Operating ...System 56 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 56 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 57 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities ...
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...S U R E T H A T Y O U A R E C O N N E C T E D T O T H E I C S - With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. For help, contact your modem. 6 Click Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to an Internet provider. If the message is not available on the modem. (The jack has either a green label... procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in length, try a shorter one. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION - USE A DIFFERENT TELEPHONE LINE - • Verify that is communicating with Windows.
...S U R E T H A T Y O U A R E C O N N E C T E D T O T H E I C S - With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. For help, contact your modem. 6 Click Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to an Internet provider. If the message is not available on the modem. (The jack has either a green label... procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in length, try a shorter one. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION - USE A DIFFERENT TELEPHONE LINE - • Verify that is communicating with Windows.
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... the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is compatible with... additional memory (see page 73). • Reseat the memory modules (see if that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 52). 40 Solving Problems
... the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is compatible with... additional memory (see page 73). • Reseat the memory modules (see if that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 52). 40 Solving Problems
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... successfully communicating with the memory. • Ensure that you begin any of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 107. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 59), reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the on the setup diagram for damaged or frayed cables. C L E A N T H E M O U S E - Connect a properly working mouse to...
... successfully communicating with the memory. • Ensure that you begin any of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 107. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 59), reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the on the setup diagram for damaged or frayed cables. C L E A N T H E M O U S E - Connect a properly working mouse to...
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... E N E T W O R K L I N G G R E E N - See "Diagnostic Lights" on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in standby mode. Network...LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I V E R - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See page 58. Press a key on page 110. www.dell.com | support.dell.com R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I N G S - The computer is firmly inserted into both the network connector on page 49. See page 55. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S G R E E N A N D T H E...
... E N E T W O R K L I N G G R E E N - See "Diagnostic Lights" on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in standby mode. Network...LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I V E R - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See page 58. Press a key on page 110. www.dell.com | support.dell.com R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I N G S - The computer is firmly inserted into both the network connector on page 49. See page 55. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S G R E E N A N D T H E...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com RUN THE SPEAKER DIAGNOSTICS R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I O N - Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the graphics cable is connected as shown on the setup diagram for monitor cable connectors to ...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com RUN THE SPEAKER DIAGNOSTICS R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I O N - Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the graphics cable is connected as shown on the setup diagram for monitor cable connectors to ...
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... condition or a Plug the computer into a working electrical possible pre-BIOS failure has occurred. Contact Dell (see page 63). The lights can be yellow or green. When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "A," "B," "C," and "D" on the...
... condition or a Plug the computer into a working electrical possible pre-BIOS failure has occurred. Contact Dell (see page 63). The lights can be yellow or green. When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "A," "B," "C," and "D" on the...
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...there is in the Product Information Guide. ABCD The computer is an error message on page 33 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in a normal operating condition after POST. ...www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern ABCD Problem Description Another failure has occurred. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell™ computers. 1 Turn on your computer. 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too...
...there is in the Product Information Guide. ABCD The computer is an error message on page 33 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in a normal operating condition after POST. ...www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern ABCD Problem Description Another failure has occurred. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell™ computers. 1 Turn on your computer. 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too...
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...This test typically takes 10 to select a test based on the symptom of the problem you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see page 53). Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on the screen...can customize the tests you to increase the possibility of each test screen. 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want. Tests a specific device. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for your part. Performs a...
...This test typically takes 10 to select a test based on the symptom of the problem you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see page 53). Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on the screen...can customize the tests you to increase the possibility of each test screen. 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want. Tests a specific device. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for your part. Performs a...
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The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for the selected device. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. A driver is a program that controls a ...tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of specialized commands that use the device. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. Windows XP 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick...
The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for the selected device. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. A driver is a program that controls a ...tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of specialized commands that use the device. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. Windows XP 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick...
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... 7 8* 9 10* 11 *Not present on all Guide for more information. If you have a USB mouse, plug it into a USB connector. 4 diagnostic lights (4) Use the lights to help you connect a mouse to the parallel connector. Turn off the computer and any attached devices before you troubleshoot a computer... problem based on the diagnostic code. If you have a USB printer, plug it into the green mouse connector. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on all computers. 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2...
... 7 8* 9 10* 11 *Not present on all Guide for more information. If you have a USB mouse, plug it into a USB connector. 4 diagnostic lights (4) Use the lights to help you connect a mouse to the parallel connector. Turn off the computer and any attached devices before you troubleshoot a computer... problem based on the diagnostic code. If you have a USB printer, plug it into the green mouse connector. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on all computers. 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2...
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... data cable from the electrical outlet before you have removed the green drive rails from the inside of the hard-drive bay by running the Dell Diagnostics (see page 104). CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety...
... data cable from the electrical outlet before you have removed the green drive rails from the inside of the hard-drive bay by running the Dell Diagnostics (see page 104). CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety...
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... drive for the fan and cooling vents. 7 Close the computer cover. (see page 52). See the documentation that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see page 104).
... drive for the fan and cooling vents. 7 Close the computer cover. (see page 52). See the documentation that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see page 104).
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...) and select the appropriate Drive option. 11 Verify that came with the drive for instructions on the system board. 4 Remove the battery by running the Dell Diagnostics (see page 111) so that the object is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with a blunt object, be careful not to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTICE...
...) and select the appropriate Drive option. 11 Verify that came with the drive for instructions on the system board. 4 Remove the battery by running the Dell Diagnostics (see page 111) so that the object is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with a blunt object, be careful not to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTICE...
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... Power DC power supply: Wattage 350 W Heat dissipation 460.7 BTU/hr Voltage (see "Power Problems" on integrated network adapter) Diagnostic lights Standby power light push button green light - orange light - A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer...no light) - green green light - amber light - A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Controls and Lights Power control Power light Hard-drive access light Link integrity light (on integrated network adapter) Activity light (on ...
... Power DC power supply: Wattage 350 W Heat dissipation 460.7 BTU/hr Voltage (see "Power Problems" on integrated network adapter) Diagnostic lights Standby power light push button green light - orange light - A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer...no light) - green green light - amber light - A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Controls and Lights Power control Power light Hard-drive access light Link integrity light (on integrated network adapter) Activity light (on ...
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... sound, 64-65 surround, 64 TV-OUT, 64 USB, 62, 65 VGA, 64 video, 64 copying CDs and DVDs, 17 cover closing, 104 opening, 69 D Dell contacting, 123 Dell Diagnostics, 52 support policy, 119 support site, 10 diagnostic lights, 49 diagnostics Dell, 52 lights, 49, 63 display.
... sound, 64-65 surround, 64 TV-OUT, 64 USB, 62, 65 VGA, 64 video, 64 copying CDs and DVDs, 17 cover closing, 104 opening, 69 D Dell contacting, 123 Dell Diagnostics, 52 support policy, 119 support site, 10 diagnostic lights, 49 diagnostics Dell, 52 lights, 49, 63 display.
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...34 DVDs copying, 17 playing, 15 DVI connector, 64 E e-mail problems, 35 End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics information, 9 error messages diagnostic lights, 49 troubleshooting, 36 F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 28 Finding Information, 9 floppy drive activity light, 61 eject button, 61 front-... 65 front-panel inserts, 94 H hard drive activity light, 61 installing, 92 installing second, 93 problems, 35 removing, 91 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 52 drives, RAID configuration, 20 Hardware Troubleshooter, 58 headphone connector, 62 Help and Support Center, 10 help file Windows Help and ...
...34 DVDs copying, 17 playing, 15 DVI connector, 64 E e-mail problems, 35 End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics information, 9 error messages diagnostic lights, 49 troubleshooting, 36 F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 28 Finding Information, 9 floppy drive activity light, 61 eject button, 61 front-... 65 front-panel inserts, 94 H hard drive activity light, 61 installing, 92 installing second, 93 problems, 35 removing, 91 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 52 drives, RAID configuration, 20 Hardware Troubleshooter, 58 headphone connector, 62 Help and Support Center, 10 help file Windows Help and ...
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... Index 143 K keyboard connector, 65 problems, 38 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10, 62 lights back of computer, 49 CD/DVD drive activity, 61 diagnostic, 49, 63 floppy drive activity, 61 hard drive activity, 61 M memory 4-GB configurations, 73 DDR2 overview, 72 installation guidelines, 72 installing, 73 problems, 40 removing...
... Index 143 K keyboard connector, 65 problems, 38 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10, 62 lights back of computer, 49 CD/DVD drive activity, 61 diagnostic, 49, 63 floppy drive activity, 61 hard drive activity, 61 M memory 4-GB configurations, 73 DDR2 overview, 72 installation guidelines, 72 installing, 73 problems, 40 removing...
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... 111 expansion bus, 108 memory, 107 physical, 110 power, 110 processor, 107 technical, 107 video, 107 standby mode, 29 support contacting Dell, 123 policy, 119 support.dell.com, 10 system board, 71 System Restore, 56 system setup about, 111 entering, 112 options, 113 screens, 112 144 Index problems (...continued) CD drive, 34 CD-RW drive, 35 computer crashes, 38-39 computer stops responding, 38-39 Dell Diagnostics, 52 diagnostic lights, 49 drives, 34 DVD drive, 34 e-mail, 35 error messages, 36 general, 38 hard drive, 35 IEEE 1394, 37 Internet, 35 ...
... 111 expansion bus, 108 memory, 107 physical, 110 power, 110 processor, 107 technical, 107 video, 107 standby mode, 29 support contacting Dell, 123 policy, 119 support.dell.com, 10 system board, 71 System Restore, 56 system setup about, 111 entering, 112 options, 113 screens, 112 144 Index problems (...continued) CD drive, 34 CD-RW drive, 35 computer crashes, 38-39 computer stops responding, 38-39 Dell Diagnostics, 52 diagnostic lights, 49 drives, 34 DVD drive, 34 e-mail, 35 error messages, 36 general, 38 hard drive, 35 IEEE 1394, 37 Internet, 35 ...