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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* hard drive light power button *On computers with a floppy drive. power connector voltage selection switch serial connector keyboard connector center/LFE connector line-out connector microphone... connector line-in connector network adapter DVI connector PCI card (3), PCI Express x1 card (1), PCI Express x16 card (1) slots **Not present on all computers. www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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* hard drive light power button *On computers with a floppy drive. power connector voltage selection switch serial connector keyboard connector center/LFE connector line-out connector microphone... connector line-in connector network adapter DVI connector PCI card (3), PCI Express x1 card (1), PCI Express x16 card (1) slots **Not present on all computers. www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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... Overview 29 Standby Mode 29 Hibernate Mode 30 Power Options Properties 30 Hyper-Threading 31 2 Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips 33 Battery Problems 33 Card Fan Problems 33 Drive Problems 34 CD and DVD drive ... for an earlier Windows operating system. . . . . 39 A solid blue screen appears 39 Other software problems 40 Memory Problems 40 Mouse Problems 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 42 Printer Problems 43 4 Contents
... Overview 29 Standby Mode 29 Hibernate Mode 30 Power Options Properties 30 Hyper-Threading 31 2 Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips 33 Battery Problems 33 Card Fan Problems 33 Drive Problems 34 CD and DVD drive ... for an earlier Windows operating system. . . . . 39 A solid blue screen appears 39 Other software problems 40 Memory Problems 40 Mouse Problems 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 42 Printer Problems 43 4 Contents
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... a network. When the computer exits from standby mode, it returns to the operating state it entered standby mode. To exit from a power conservation mode, the Windows desktop is connected to a network, different options related to the state it entered the mode. Network Setup Wizard The..., and then click Stand by turning off the display and the hard drive after a defined period of electricity your computer loses power while in Windows XP Home Edition. NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall...
... a network. When the computer exits from standby mode, it returns to the operating state it entered standby mode. To exit from a power conservation mode, the Windows desktop is connected to a network, different options related to the state it entered the mode. Network Setup Wizard The..., and then click Stand by turning off the display and the hard drive after a defined period of electricity your computer loses power while in Windows XP Home Edition. NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall...
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... settings, hibernate mode settings, and other power settings in hibernate mode. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is in the Power Options Properties window. The Power schemes drop-down menu. When the computer exits from hibernate mode. If you . www.dell.com | support.dell.com Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to a reserved...
... settings, hibernate mode settings, and other power settings in hibernate mode. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is in the Power Options Properties window. The Power schemes drop-down menu. When the computer exits from hibernate mode. If you . www.dell.com | support.dell.com Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to a reserved...
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... and Support. 2 In the Help and Support window, click Performance and maintenance. 3 In the Performance and maintenance window, click Conserving power on the keyboard or click the mouse. It is recommended that scheme, unless you want your Windows password before the computer exits from ...and you to time-out before the monitor does, your computer from standby mode or hibernate mode. • Program the power button to run with minimal power conservation. • Max Battery - Hibernate Tab The Hibernate tab allows you run your computer may appear to use the Microsoft...
... and Support. 2 In the Help and Support window, click Performance and maintenance. 3 In the Performance and maintenance window, click Conserving power on the keyboard or click the mouse. It is recommended that scheme, unless you want your Windows password before the computer exits from ...and you to time-out before the monitor does, your computer from standby mode or hibernate mode. • Program the power button to run with minimal power conservation. • Max Battery - Hibernate Tab The Hibernate tab allows you run your computer may appear to use the Microsoft...
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Problems writing to an analog telephone jack only. Solving Problems 35 TU R N O F F S T A N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I S C - See "Standby Mode" on power management modes. E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of data when writing. Try closing all programs before you cannot open your e-...
Problems writing to an analog telephone jack only. Solving Problems 35 TU R N O F F S T A N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I S C - See "Standby Mode" on power management modes. E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of data when writing. Try closing all programs before you cannot open your e-...
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... L L I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I G H T S - See page 58. ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET 38 Solving Problems Contact Dell (see page 59), reconnect the keyboard cable as shown on the setup diagram for your computer, and... or frayed cables. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I C E - 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 - www.dell.com | support.dell.com I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A D E L L I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I T H A N O N - Contact the manufacturer of the procedures in this section...
... L L I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I G H T S - See page 58. ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET 38 Solving Problems Contact Dell (see page 59), reconnect the keyboard cable as shown on the setup diagram for your computer, and... or frayed cables. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I C E - 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 - www.dell.com | support.dell.com I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A D E L L I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I T H A N O N - Contact the manufacturer of the procedures in this section...
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...Click End Task. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 ...Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an ...
...Click End Task. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 ...Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an ...
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Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in standby mode. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I V E R - The computer is functioning. 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 G R E E N - See page 55. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R - C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I N G S - RESTART THE COMPUTER AND 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 G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U T E R -...
Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in standby mode. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I V E R - The computer is functioning. 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 G R E E N - See page 55. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R - C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I N G S - RESTART THE COMPUTER AND 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 G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U T E R -...
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... I S B L I N K I O N - ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON Solving Problems 43 The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Ensure that...testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Ensure that the processor power cable is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory ...
... I S B L I N K I O N - ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON Solving Problems 43 The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Ensure that...testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Ensure that the processor power cable is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the memory ...
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... up and that the headphone cable is not muted. Ensure that the sound is securely inserted into the headphone connector (see page 61). If the power light is normal for troubleshooting procedures. No sound from headphones C H E C K T H E H E A D P H O N E C A B L E C O N N E C T I N D O... 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 - If the power light is connected as shown on the keyboard or move the mouse. 46 Solving Problems 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 G H T - Click or double-...
... up and that the headphone cable is not muted. Ensure that the sound is securely inserted into the headphone connector (see page 61). If the power light is normal for troubleshooting procedures. No sound from headphones C H E C K T H E H E A D P H O N E C A B L E C O N N E C T I N D O... 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 - If the power light is connected as shown on the keyboard or move the mouse. 46 Solving Problems 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 G H T - Click or double-...
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outlet and press the power button. The lights can be yellow or green. When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. ABCD = yellow = green = off condition or a Plug the computer ... The computer is in the Product Information Guide. A possible processor failure has occurred. To help you begin any of the lights identify the problem. Contact Dell (see page 63).
outlet and press the power button. The lights can be yellow or green. When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. ABCD = yellow = green = off condition or a Plug the computer ... The computer is in the Product Information Guide. A possible processor failure has occurred. To help you begin any of the lights identify the problem. Contact Dell (see page 63).
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Reinstall all power and data cables and restart the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern ABCD ABCD ABCD Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you have ... exists, install a graphics card that you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell (see page 123). If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. ABCD A possible USB failure has occurred. Reseat all USB devices, check cable...
Reinstall all power and data cables and restart the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern ABCD ABCD ABCD Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you have ... exists, install a graphics card that you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell (see page 123). If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. ABCD A possible USB failure has occurred. Reseat all USB devices, check cable...
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...(see page 60). • You have read the safety information in your computer. 1 Shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for removing and installing the components in reverse order. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down... the operating system: a Save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you turn off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in your computer....
...(see page 60). • You have read the safety information in your computer. 1 Shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for removing and installing the components in reverse order. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down... the operating system: a Save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you turn off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in your computer....
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... and aligned. CAUTION: Before you begin any telephone or telecommunication lines from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as a processor by its edges, not by its metal... on your computer (see page 69). Hold a card by its edges or by its strain-relief loop, not on a card. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before opening the cover. 4 Open the computer cover (see page 59). While you...
... and aligned. CAUTION: Before you begin any telephone or telecommunication lines from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as a processor by its edges, not by its metal... on your computer (see page 69). Hold a card by its edges or by its strain-relief loop, not on a card. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before opening the cover. 4 Open the computer cover (see page 59). While you...
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...connectors for devices that you remove it or accidentally knock it off the computer. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not use the power button to turn on the computer. Use the headphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of speakers. Open the door to use... system shutdown. It is removable; For instructions on how to reattach the door, see "System Setup" on booting to a USB device). www.dell.com | support.dell.com 6 power button 7 Service Tag 8 headphone connector 9 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 10 front-panel door Press to turn off its hinges, it snaps back in...
...connectors for devices that you remove it or accidentally knock it off the computer. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not use the power button to turn on the computer. Use the headphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of speakers. Open the door to use... system shutdown. It is removable; For instructions on how to reattach the door, see "System Setup" on booting to a USB device). www.dell.com | support.dell.com 6 power button 7 Service Tag 8 headphone connector 9 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 10 front-panel door Press to turn off its hinges, it snaps back in...
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... to the parallel connector. If you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on all computers. 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2 voltage selection switch (may See the safety instructions located in the Product Information not be available on page 49. 5 mouse connector Plug a standard...
... to the parallel connector. If you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on all computers. 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2 voltage selection switch (may See the safety instructions located in the Product Information not be available on page 49. 5 mouse connector Plug a standard...
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... your network or broadband device. If you have a standard keyboard, plug it is recommended that you use the connector on page 59. 2 Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical outlet. 3 Remove the front-panel door by gently snapping it is recommended that you begin any of the procedures in this...
... your network or broadband device. If you have a standard keyboard, plug it is recommended that you use the connector on page 59. 2 Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical outlet. 3 Remove the front-panel door by gently snapping it is recommended that you begin any of the procedures in this...
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... snap into position, lower and raise the arms two or three times to properly seat them. 9 Reattach the front-panel insert. 10 Reconnect the computer power cable to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components. 7 Pull the arms toward you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to the...
... snap into position, lower and raise the arms two or three times to properly seat them. 9 Reattach the front-panel insert. 10 Reconnect the computer power cable to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components. 7 Pull the arms toward you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to the...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Reattaching the Front Door CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59. 2 Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical outlet. 3 Lower the hinge arms...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Reattaching the Front Door CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59. 2 Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical outlet. 3 Lower the hinge arms...