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...Top technical issues for my computer • Frequently asked questions • File downloads • Details on the screen. support.dell.com The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online... courses • Community Forum - premiersupport.dell.com The Dell Premier Support website is customized for devices (such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - What Are You Looking...
...Top technical issues for my computer • Frequently asked questions • File downloads • Details on the screen. support.dell.com The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online... courses • Community Forum - premiersupport.dell.com The Dell Premier Support website is customized for devices (such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - What Are You Looking...
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... (VARs): 1-800-456-3355 Technical Support and Customer Service Government and Education Customers: 1-800-822-8965 Technical Support and Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory 1-800-234-1490 1-888-363-5150 What will return the repaired or replacement products to you freight collect. 24 Setup and Quick...equivalent packaging, prepay shipping charges, and insure the shipment or accept the risk if the product is new or refurbished. www.dell.com | support.dell.com SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION ...
... (VARs): 1-800-456-3355 Technical Support and Customer Service Government and Education Customers: 1-800-822-8965 Technical Support and Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory 1-800-234-1490 1-888-363-5150 What will return the repaired or replacement products to you freight collect. 24 Setup and Quick...equivalent packaging, prepay shipping charges, and insure the shipment or accept the risk if the product is new or refurbished. www.dell.com | support.dell.com SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION ...
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.../gen/contact.htm) to find the appropriate contact information for Dell | EMC storage products, EMCbranded products, or enterprise software. • Reconditioned or Refurbished Dell-Branded Hardware Products and Parts - This provision applies only to Dell within thirty days from Dell. Limited warranties on Dell-branded memory may not be deducted from the invoice date, but a fifteen...
.../gen/contact.htm) to find the appropriate contact information for Dell | EMC storage products, EMCbranded products, or enterprise software. • Reconditioned or Refurbished Dell-Branded Hardware Products and Parts - This provision applies only to Dell within thirty days from Dell. Limited warranties on Dell-branded memory may not be deducted from the invoice date, but a fifteen...
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...(VARs): Technical Support Customer Service Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee Purchase Program: Technical Support Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory Canada Only 1-800-847-4096 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 (Extension 8221 for... Dell-branded projectors lasts only ninety days. If we determine that the problem is not covered under this limited warranty last? Please also have ...
...(VARs): Technical Support Customer Service Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee Purchase Program: Technical Support Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory Canada Only 1-800-847-4096 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 (Extension 8221 for... Dell-branded projectors lasts only ninety days. If we determine that the problem is not covered under this limited warranty last? Please also have ...
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... the current owner transfers ownership of the system and records the transfer with it. The limited warranty on Dell-branded memory may be returned, along with Dell, the agreement may return software for specific warranty information. You may record your product documentation for a refund... or credit only if the sealed package containing the floppy disk(s) or CD(s) is unopened. You may contain different terms for...
... the current owner transfers ownership of the system and records the transfer with it. The limited warranty on Dell-branded memory may be returned, along with Dell, the agreement may return software for specific warranty information. You may record your product documentation for a refund... or credit only if the sealed package containing the floppy disk(s) or CD(s) is unopened. You may contain different terms for...
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.... Return Policy If you are in as -new condition, software products must be unopened, and all of the manuals, floppy disk(s), CD(s), power cables, and other items included with a product must be in preceding sections. One-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America ...Dell offers a wide selection of software and peripheral products, we do we test or guarantee all of the products we sell on the hundreds of different brands of computers available today. If you have questions about compatibility, we recommend and encourage you are described in as monitors, batteries, memory...
.... Return Policy If you are in as -new condition, software products must be unopened, and all of the manuals, floppy disk(s), CD(s), power cables, and other items included with a product must be in preceding sections. One-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America ...Dell offers a wide selection of software and peripheral products, we do we test or guarantee all of the products we sell on the hundreds of different brands of computers available today. If you have questions about compatibility, we recommend and encourage you are described in as monitors, batteries, memory...
User Guide
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Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Documentation for Your Computer Finding Information for Your Computer Technical Specifications System Board Components Cleaning Your Computer Advanced Features LegacySelect Technology ... Back View Inside Your Computer Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand Adding and Removing Parts Opening the Computer Cover AGP and DVI Adapter Cards Battery Memory PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Drives Microprocessor Telephony Applications Programming Interface (TAPI) Closing the Computer Cover Small Desktop Computer About Your Computer Front...
Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Documentation for Your Computer Finding Information for Your Computer Technical Specifications System Board Components Cleaning Your Computer Advanced Features LegacySelect Technology ... Back View Inside Your Computer Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand Adding and Removing Parts Opening the Computer Cover AGP and DVI Adapter Cards Battery Memory PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Drives Microprocessor Telephony Applications Programming Interface (TAPI) Closing the Computer Cover Small Desktop Computer About Your Computer Front...
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...is strictly forbidden. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are not applicable. NetWare and Novell are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2001-2002 Dell Computer Corporation. Trademarks used...see the Glossary. Reproduction in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, Inspiron, Dimension, Latitude, Dell Precision, DellNet, and Dell OpenManage are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of Dell Computer Corporation is subject to Microsoft® ...
...is strictly forbidden. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are not applicable. NetWare and Novell are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2001-2002 Dell Computer Corporation. Trademarks used...see the Glossary. Reproduction in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, Inspiron, Dimension, Latitude, Dell Precision, DellNet, and Dell OpenManage are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of Dell Computer Corporation is subject to Microsoft® ...
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... all regions. How to use the ResourceCD to technical service and support questions Online discussions with other users and The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: technical support Documentation for my computer Knowledge Base - hints, tips, and... online courses Customer Forum - upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system Customer Care - contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information Downloads - ...
... all regions. How to use the ResourceCD to technical service and support questions Online discussions with other users and The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: technical support Documentation for my computer Knowledge Base - hints, tips, and... online courses Customer Forum - upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system Customer Care - contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information Downloads - ...
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...bits Address bus width 32 bits Direct memory access (DMA) channels 7 Interrupts ...Dell-supported upgrades. Math coprocessor internal to microprocessor Memory Architecture 200- and 266-megahertz (MHz) doubledata rate (DDR) synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) Dual in-line memory... 256, 512 MB, and 1 GB Minimum random-access memory (RAM) 128 MB Maximum RAM 2 GB Basic input/output... upgraded to Contents Page Technical Specifications Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Microprocessor Memory Computer Information Audio Expansion Bus Drives ...
...bits Address bus width 32 bits Direct memory access (DMA) channels 7 Interrupts ...Dell-supported upgrades. Math coprocessor internal to microprocessor Memory Architecture 200- and 266-megahertz (MHz) doubledata rate (DDR) synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) Dual in-line memory... 256, 512 MB, and 1 GB Minimum random-access memory (RAM) 128 MB Maximum RAM 2 GB Basic input/output... upgraded to Contents Page Technical Specifications Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Microprocessor Memory Computer Information Audio Expansion Bus Drives ...
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...AGP expansion-card connector data width 32 bits (maximum) AGP expansion-card connector size 172 pins AGP bus protocols 4x modes at 1.5 V Memory module connector size DDR - 184 pins; Network interface controller integrated PCI Network Interface with ASF (Alert Standards Format) support as defined by 17...] high by 16.76 cm [6.6 inches] long) Small desktop computer expansion-card connectors: two PCI slots and one bay for a 5.25-inch CD/DVD drive two bays for two 3.5-inch floppy drives two bays for a 3.5-inch floppy drive Small mini-tower computer one AGP slot; low-profile ...
...AGP expansion-card connector data width 32 bits (maximum) AGP expansion-card connector size 172 pins AGP bus protocols 4x modes at 1.5 V Memory module connector size DDR - 184 pins; Network interface controller integrated PCI Network Interface with ASF (Alert Standards Format) support as defined by 17...] high by 16.76 cm [6.6 inches] long) Small desktop computer expansion-card connectors: two PCI slots and one bay for a 5.25-inch CD/DVD drive two bays for two 3.5-inch floppy drives two bays for a 3.5-inch floppy drive Small mini-tower computer one AGP slot; low-profile ...
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...Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide System Board 1 floppy drive connector (DSKT) 2 internal speaker (SPEAKER) 3 battery socket (BATTERY) 4 CD/DVD drive connector (IDE2) 5 hard drive connector (IDE1) 6 front-panel connector (FRONTPANEL) 7 PCI riser (small mini-tower computer only) 8 standby power light (AUX_PWR) 12 CD... drive audio cable connector (CD_IN) 13 telephony connector (MODEM) 14 power connector (12VPOWER) 15 second serial connector (SER2) 16 microprocessor and heat-sink connector (CPU) 17 memory module connectors (DIMM A and DIMM...
...Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide System Board 1 floppy drive connector (DSKT) 2 internal speaker (SPEAKER) 3 battery socket (BATTERY) 4 CD/DVD drive connector (IDE2) 5 hard drive connector (IDE1) 6 front-panel connector (FRONTPANEL) 7 PCI riser (small mini-tower computer only) 8 standby power light (AUX_PWR) 12 CD... drive audio cable connector (CD_IN) 13 telephony connector (MODEM) 14 power connector (12VPOWER) 15 second serial connector (SER2) 16 microprocessor and heat-sink connector (CPU) 17 memory module connectors (DIMM A and DIMM...
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... and Setting a New Password NOTICE: This process erases both password options appear as date and time or system password To read the current amount of memory or set to Not Enabled. See "Jumper Settings" to electrical outlets and turn them on . This disables the existing password(s). 5. When you open the computer...
... and Setting a New Password NOTICE: This process erases both password options appear as date and time or system password To read the current amount of memory or set to Not Enabled. See "Jumper Settings" to electrical outlets and turn them on . This disables the existing password(s). 5. When you open the computer...
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... or less, skipping certain configurations and tests Off - Settings are DMA 1, DMA 3, or Off. Read Only prevents the computer's integrated floppy drive controller from a USB memory device, select the USB device and move it to the parallel connector. USB Emulation -
... or less, skipping certain configurations and tests Off - Settings are DMA 1, DMA 3, or Off. Read Only prevents the computer's integrated floppy drive controller from a USB memory device, select the USB device and move it to the parallel connector. USB Emulation -
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...each key. During POST, the computer scans the IDE channels for all IDE devices from Dell) and Off Primary Drive n identifies drives attached to the Secondary channel, it generates the...functions shown by the label on the system board. Indicates amount of installed memory, computer memory speed, amount of video memory, and size of the display cache PCI IRQ Assignment- Secondary Drive n ...for supported devices and generates a summary message. Primary Master: IDE Disk Drive Secondary Master: CD-ROM Reader If the computer detects a device during the scan, it sets the device setting...
...each key. During POST, the computer scans the IDE channels for all IDE devices from Dell) and Off Primary Drive n identifies drives attached to the Secondary channel, it generates the...functions shown by the label on the system board. Indicates amount of installed memory, computer memory speed, amount of video memory, and size of the display cache PCI IRQ Assignment- Secondary Drive n ...for supported devices and generates a summary message. Primary Master: IDE Disk Drive Secondary Master: CD-ROM Reader If the computer detects a device during the scan, it sets the device setting...
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Back to Contents Page Adding and Removing Small Form-Factor Computer Parts Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Opening the Computer Cover AGP and DVI Adapter Cards Battery Drives Memory Microprocessor PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Telephony Applications Programming Interface (TAPI) Closing the Computer Cover Back to Contents Page
Back to Contents Page Adding and Removing Small Form-Factor Computer Parts Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Opening the Computer Cover AGP and DVI Adapter Cards Battery Drives Memory Microprocessor PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Telephony Applications Programming Interface (TAPI) Closing the Computer Cover Back to Contents Page
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... 1. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 2. For information on the type of memory supported by installing memory modules on the system board. Open the computer cover. Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide CAUTION: Before you begin any attached devices and disconnect them from...
... 1. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 2. For information on the type of memory supported by installing memory modules on the system board. Open the computer cover. Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide CAUTION: Before you begin any attached devices and disconnect them from...
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... at each end of the module. 3. Insert the module straight down into place. 1 cutouts (2) 2 connector 3 memory module 4 notch 5 securing clips (2) 6 memory connectors on the screen at each end of the module. 4. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector, ensuring that it snaps into the...
... at each end of the module. 3. Insert the module straight down into place. 1 cutouts (2) 2 connector 3 memory module 4 notch 5 securing clips (2) 6 memory connectors on the screen at each end of the module. 4. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector, ensuring that it snaps into the...
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...from their sockets. Press to Contents Page Open the computer cover and check the installed memory modules to ensure that the memory modules are seated properly in their electrical outlets. Run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that they are operating properly. Back to enter system setup and ...check the value for System Memory. The computer should have changed . Strike the F1 key to continue, F2 to exit system setup. 11...
...from their sockets. Press to Contents Page Open the computer cover and check the installed memory modules to ensure that the memory modules are seated properly in their electrical outlets. Run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that they are operating properly. Back to enter system setup and ...check the value for System Memory. The computer should have changed . Strike the F1 key to continue, F2 to exit system setup. 11...
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Back to Contents Page Adding and Removing Small Desktop Computer Parts Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Opening the Computer Cover AGP and DVI Adapter Cards Battery Drives Memory Microprocessor PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Telephony Applications Programming Interface (TAPI) Closing the Computer Cover Back to Contents Page
Back to Contents Page Adding and Removing Small Desktop Computer Parts Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Systems User's Guide Opening the Computer Cover AGP and DVI Adapter Cards Battery Drives Memory Microprocessor PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Telephony Applications Programming Interface (TAPI) Closing the Computer Cover Back to Contents Page
