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... crashes repeatedly 37 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 37 A solid blue screen appears 37 Other software problems 38 Memory Problems 38 Mouse Problems 39 Network Problems 40 Power Problems 40 4 Contents
... crashes repeatedly 37 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 37 A solid blue screen appears 37 Other software problems 38 Memory Problems 38 Mouse Problems 39 Network Problems 40 Power Problems 40 4 Contents
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System Board Components 67 Memory 68 DDR2 Memory Overview 68 Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations 69 Installing Memory 69 Removing Memory 71 Cards 72 PCI Cards 72 PCI Express Cards 76 Drive Panel 80 Removing the Drive Panel 80 Removing the Drive-Panel Insert 81 Replacing ...
System Board Components 67 Memory 68 DDR2 Memory Overview 68 Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations 69 Installing Memory 69 Removing Memory 71 Cards 72 PCI Cards 72 PCI Express Cards 76 Drive Panel 80 Removing the Drive Panel 80 Removing the Drive-Panel Insert 81 Replacing ...
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support.dell.com NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate support site. • Community - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates 10 Finding Information as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Computer documentation, details ...on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use the customized Dell Premier Support website • Upgrades...
support.dell.com NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate support site. • Community - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates 10 Finding Information as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Computer documentation, details ...on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use the customized Dell Premier Support website • Upgrades...
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... the CD or DVD player (if available). Setting Up and Using Your Computer 17 Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the speakers are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick...
... the CD or DVD player (if available). Setting Up and Using Your Computer 17 Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the speakers are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick...
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....sonic.com for example, do not play in home theater systems may not support all available DVD formats. 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) For information on page 95. 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer for additional information. You can also use blank CD...
....sonic.com for example, do not play in home theater systems may not support all available DVD formats. 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) For information on page 95. 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer for additional information. You can also use blank CD...
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... Product Information Guide. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21 xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia (SMC) CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) and MicroDrive Card Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) SecureDigital Card (SD)/ MultiMediaCard (MMC) To use the Media Card Reader: 1 Check the media or card to determine the proper orientation...
... Product Information Guide. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21 xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia (SMC) CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) and MicroDrive Card Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) SecureDigital Card (SD)/ MultiMediaCard (MMC) To use the Media Card Reader: 1 Check the media or card to determine the proper orientation...
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... standby mode to a reserved area on the Power Schemes tab, Advanced tab, and Hibernate tab. To immediately activate standby mode without a period of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it entered hibernate mode. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your power settings on the keyboard...
... standby mode to a reserved area on the Power Schemes tab, Advanced tab, and Hibernate tab. To immediately activate standby mode without a period of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it entered hibernate mode. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your power settings on the keyboard...
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... (see if that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (see "Installing Memory" on page 69). • Reseat the memory modules (see "Installing Memory" on page 69) to see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. • Ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the program. •...
... (see if that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (see "Installing Memory" on page 69). • Reseat the memory modules (see "Installing Memory" on page 69) to see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. • Ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the program. •...
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...69) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Ensure that you begin any of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 103. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Installing Memory" on page 52. Solving Problems 39 See "Reinstalling Drivers"... on page 69). • Your computer supports DDR2 memory. For more information about...
...69) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Ensure that you begin any of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 103. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Installing Memory" on page 52. Solving Problems 39 See "Reinstalling Drivers"... on page 69). • Your computer supports DDR2 memory. For more information about...
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... reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see "Installing a PCI Express Card" on a power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see "Installing Memory" on page 69). • Remove and then reinstall any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. E L I M I N A T E I N G A M B E R - See..., ensure that the power strip is securely connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 67). • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "System Board Components" on .
... reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see "Installing a PCI Express Card" on a power strip • Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see "Installing Memory" on page 69). • Remove and then reinstall any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. E L I M I N A T E I N G A M B E R - See..., ensure that the power strip is securely connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 67). • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "System Board Components" on .
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... of the Computer" on page 63). When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. Also see "Contacting Dell" on occurred. page 120). Memory modules are not lit after the computer successfully boots to the operating system. If the computer starts normally, reinstall... A possible processor failure has Contact Dell (see failure has occurred. The diagnostic lights are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Installing Memory" on page 69), and then restart...
... of the Computer" on page 63). When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. Also see "Contacting Dell" on occurred. page 120). Memory modules are not lit after the computer successfully boots to the operating system. If the computer starts normally, reinstall... A possible processor failure has Contact Dell (see failure has occurred. The diagnostic lights are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Installing Memory" on page 69), and then restart...
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...48 Troubleshooting Tools Continue until you are installing are compatible with your computer (see "DDR2 Memory Overview" on page 68). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Installing Memory" on page 69), and then restart the computer. Suggested Resolution • If the ... • If the problem still exists, install a graphics card that you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Contacting Dell" on page 120). Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred. A possible...
...48 Troubleshooting Tools Continue until you are installing are compatible with your computer (see "DDR2 Memory Overview" on page 68). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Installing Memory" on page 69), and then restart the computer. Suggested Resolution • If the ... • If the problem still exists, install a graphics card that you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one module (see "Contacting Dell" on page 120). Light Pattern Problem Description A possible graphics card failure has occurred. A possible...
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Displays your computer. Allows you run a test from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the following table for running the test. A driver acts like a ...come with your operating system • Connect or install a new device Troubleshooting Tools 51 Drivers What Is a Driver? Each device has its driver recognizes. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to your hardware configuration for the selected device. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. 3 If...
Displays your computer. Allows you run a test from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the following table for running the test. A driver acts like a ...come with your operating system • Connect or install a new device Troubleshooting Tools 51 Drivers What Is a Driver? Each device has its driver recognizes. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to your hardware configuration for the selected device. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. 3 If...
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... x1 connector (PCI_E1) network connector (NIC) and USB connectors (2) (USB2) USB connectors (3) (USB2) video connector (VGA) Media Card Reader connector (F_USB) power connector (12V) memory module connectors (2, 4) memory module connectors (1, 3) battery socket (BATTERY) RTC reset jumper (RTCRST1) SATA connector (SATA2) SATA connector (SATA0) CD/DVD connector (IDE1) front-panel connector (F_PANEL) power...
... x1 connector (PCI_E1) network connector (NIC) and USB connectors (2) (USB2) USB connectors (3) (USB2) video connector (VGA) Media Card Reader connector (F_USB) power connector (12V) memory module connectors (2, 4) memory module connectors (1, 3) battery socket (BATTERY) RTC reset jumper (RTCRST1) SATA connector (SATA2) SATA connector (SATA0) CD/DVD connector (IDE1) front-panel connector (F_PANEL) power...
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... the other connectors. 68 Removing and Installing Parts Only unbuffered, non-ECC memory is supported. • If you install mixed pairs of matched memory size, speed, and technology. Your computer supports DDR2 memory. See the label on the module to the processor, before you install... modules in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 NOTICE: Do not install ECC or buffered memory modules. Memory You can increase your computer memory by your computer, see "Memory" on page 103. DDR2 Memory Overview DDR2 memory modules should be installed in pairs of DDR2 400-MHz (PC2-3200) and DDR2 ...
... the other connectors. 68 Removing and Installing Parts Only unbuffered, non-ECC memory is supported. • If you install mixed pairs of matched memory size, speed, and technology. Your computer supports DDR2 memory. See the label on the module to the processor, before you install... modules in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 NOTICE: Do not install ECC or buffered memory modules. Memory You can increase your computer memory by your computer, see "Memory" on page 103. DDR2 Memory Overview DDR2 memory modules should be installed in pairs of DDR2 400-MHz (PC2-3200) and DDR2 ...
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... in connectors DIMM_1 and DIMM_2 (white securing clips) Channel B: matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM_3 and DIMM_4 (black securing clips) NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that the system board is on the bottom...
... in connectors DIMM_1 and DIMM_2 (white securing clips) Channel B: matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM_3 and DIMM_4 (black securing clips) NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that the system board is on the bottom...
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memory connector closest to each end of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the module. 70 Removing and Installing Parts notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to processor securing clips (2) connector 4 Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module connector.
memory connector closest to each end of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the module. 70 Removing and Installing Parts notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to processor securing clips (2) connector 4 Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module connector.
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... in "Before You Begin" on . 8 Right-click the My Computer icon and click Properties. 9 Click the General tab. 10 To verify that the memory is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to components inside your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on... page 59. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of memory (RAM) listed. Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you touch any of the module. 6 Replace the computer cover. If the module is installed correctly, check the amount of ...
... in "Before You Begin" on . 8 Right-click the My Computer icon and click Properties. 9 Click the General tab. 10 To verify that the memory is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to components inside your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on... page 59. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of memory (RAM) listed. Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you touch any of the module. 6 Replace the computer cover. If the module is installed correctly, check the amount of ...
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F0000h Appendix 103 Appendix Specifications Processor Processor type Level 1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Intel® Pentium® 4 5XXX and 6XXX processors with HyperThreading technology NOTE: Not all Pentium 4 processors support Hyper-Threading technology. 16 KB 1 MB ...-back SRAM 400-MHz and 533-MHz DDR2 unbuffered SDRAM four 256 MB, 512 MB, or 1 GB non-ECC 256 MB 4 GB NOTE: See "Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations" on page 69 to verify the amount of...
F0000h Appendix 103 Appendix Specifications Processor Processor type Level 1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Intel® Pentium® 4 5XXX and 6XXX processors with HyperThreading technology NOTE: Not all Pentium 4 processors support Hyper-Threading technology. 16 KB 1 MB ...-back SRAM 400-MHz and 533-MHz DDR2 unbuffered SDRAM four 256 MB, 512 MB, or 1 GB non-ECC 256 MB 4 GB NOTE: See "Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations" on page 69 to verify the amount of...
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... connectors two 120-pin connectors one 36-pin connector one 3.5-inch drive bay (FlexBay) two 5.25-inch drive bays Serial ATA drives (2), floppy drive, USB memory devices, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD-RW drive, DVD and CD-RW combo drive, and Media Card Reader two bays for 1-inch...
... connectors two 120-pin connectors one 36-pin connector one 3.5-inch drive bay (FlexBay) two 5.25-inch drive bays Serial ATA drives (2), floppy drive, USB memory devices, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD-RW drive, DVD and CD-RW combo drive, and Media Card Reader two bays for 1-inch...