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... the setup information provided by your ISP. If you have a service outage. Contact your ISP information ready. Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any...modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. • Chose Dial-up my connection manually in the past, the ISP might have successfully connected in step 3, continue to step 5. If you...: Have your ISP to the Internet, see the Dell Technology Guide. NOTE: If you cannot connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later....
... the setup information provided by your ISP. If you have a service outage. Contact your ISP information ready. Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any...modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. • Chose Dial-up my connection manually in the past, the ISP might have successfully connected in step 3, continue to step 5. If you...: Have your ISP to the Internet, see the Dell Technology Guide. NOTE: If you cannot connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later....
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...your computer. NOTE: For detailed troubleshooting information, including responding to system messages, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Windows® XP: 1 Click Start→Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the ... describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. For additional safety best practices information, see your Service Manual on support.dell.com. Troubleshooting 45 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter To start the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve hardware incompatibility: Windows Vista...
...your computer. NOTE: For detailed troubleshooting information, including responding to system messages, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Windows® XP: 1 Click Start→Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the ... describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. For additional safety best practices information, see your Service Manual on support.dell.com. Troubleshooting 45 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter To start the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve hardware incompatibility: Windows Vista...
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...P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - For additional safety best practices information, see the program documentation. The computer is working by testing it with your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. This message may help support personnel to diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in sleep mode. Power... . • Ensure that the electrical outlet is in a program, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). IF THE POWER LIGHT IS GREEN AND THE COMPUTER IS NOT RESPONDING - • Ensure that the display...
...P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - For additional safety best practices information, see the program documentation. The computer is working by testing it with your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. This message may help support personnel to diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in sleep mode. Power... . • Ensure that the electrical outlet is in a program, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). IF THE POWER LIGHT IS GREEN AND THE COMPUTER IS NOT RESPONDING - • Ensure that the display...
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...; Remove and then reinstall all memory modules. • Remove and then reinstall any expansion cards, including graphics cards. For additional safety best practices information, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G A M B E R - Troubleshooting ... successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). • Ensure that shipped with your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
...; Remove and then reinstall all memory modules. • Remove and then reinstall any expansion cards, including graphics cards. For additional safety best practices information, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G A M B E R - Troubleshooting ... successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). • Ensure that shipped with your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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...for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video). 4 Double-click the name of the device for driver software. Manually Reinstalling Drivers After extracting the driver files to restart the computer. 4 When you are automatically displayed in the My Drivers-The ResourceCD has...click Computer. 2 Click Properties→Device Manager. If you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. If it does not, start Windows Explorer, click your media drive directory to display the media contents, and ...
...for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video). 4 Double-click the name of the device for driver software. Manually Reinstalling Drivers After extracting the driver files to restart the computer. 4 When you are automatically displayed in the My Drivers-The ResourceCD has...click Computer. 2 Click Properties→Device Manager. If you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. If it does not, start Windows Explorer, click your media drive directory to display the media contents, and ...
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...Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Service Manual • How to remove and replace parts The Service Manual for your computer can be found at support.dell.com. • ...How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems Dell Technology Guide • About your...
...Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Service Manual • How to remove and replace parts The Service Manual for your computer can be found at support.dell.com. • ...How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems Dell Technology Guide • About your...
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... Utilities media, 50 starting from your hard drive, 50 Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 Dell Technology Guide, 64 DellConnect, 66 Desktop System Software, 63 diagnostics Dell, 50 documentation, 63 Dell Technology Guide, 64 Service Manual, 64 drivers, 53 Drivers and Utilities media, 63 identifying..., 53 reinstalling, 54 returning to a previous version, 54 Drivers and Utilities media, 54, 63 Dell Diagnostics, 50 E End User License...
... Utilities media, 50 starting from your hard drive, 50 Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 Dell Technology Guide, 64 DellConnect, 66 Desktop System Software, 63 diagnostics Dell, 50 documentation, 63 Dell Technology Guide, 64 Service Manual, 64 drivers, 53 Drivers and Utilities media, 63 identifying..., 53 reinstalling, 54 returning to a previous version, 54 Drivers and Utilities media, 54, 63 Dell Diagnostics, 50 E End User License...
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...previous state, 57 M media Drivers and Utilities, 63 operating system, 63 memory troubleshooting, 47 N networks, 23 connecting, 23 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 media, 60 reinstalling, 63 System Restore, 56 Operating System media, 63 operating system product key, 64 R regulatory ...information, 64 reinstalling drivers and utilities, 54 software, 53 S safety information, 64 Service Manual, 64 Service Tag, 63 setup computer, 17 installing your computer in an enclosure, 26 Internet, 28 quick setup, 17 software problems, 48...
...previous state, 57 M media Drivers and Utilities, 63 operating system, 63 memory troubleshooting, 47 N networks, 23 connecting, 23 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 media, 60 reinstalling, 63 System Restore, 56 Operating System media, 63 operating system product key, 64 R regulatory ...information, 64 reinstalling drivers and utilities, 54 software, 53 S safety information, 64 Service Manual, 64 Service Tag, 63 setup computer, 17 installing your computer in an enclosure, 26 Internet, 28 quick setup, 17 software problems, 48...
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...DASH architecture is provided to effect the changes. For complete information on how to Contents Page Advanced Features Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual LegacySelect Technology Control Manageability Physical Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Management Software Computer Tracking Software About ...connectors, a parallel connector, a floppy drive, PCI slots, and a PS/2 mouse. With iAMT, computers can be configured using Dell Client Manager (DCM) 2.1.1 or later. NOTE: iAMT can be unable to electronically activate or deactivate connectors and media devices that ...
...DASH architecture is provided to effect the changes. For complete information on how to Contents Page Advanced Features Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual LegacySelect Technology Control Manageability Physical Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Management Software Computer Tracking Software About ...connectors, a parallel connector, a floppy drive, PCI slots, and a PS/2 mouse. With iAMT, computers can be configured using Dell Client Manager (DCM) 2.1.1 or later. NOTE: iAMT can be unable to electronically activate or deactivate connectors and media devices that ...
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... settings on your computer. When the computer exits hibernate mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in before entering sleep mode. To manually enter hibernate mode in Windows Vista, click Start , click the arrow in the lower-right corner of inactivity (a time-out). In the Performance and maintenance...
... settings on your computer. When the computer exits hibernate mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in before entering sleep mode. To manually enter hibernate mode in Windows Vista, click Start , click the arrow in the lower-right corner of inactivity (a time-out). In the Performance and maintenance...
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... prevent static damage to components inside your computer, read the safety information that the object is incorrectly installed. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Replacing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the positive side of the connector and pry...
... prevent static damage to components inside your computer, read the safety information that the object is incorrectly installed. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Replacing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the positive side of the connector and pry...
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... working inside your computer, ground yourself by your computer. Back to Contents Page Working on Your Computer Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working on Your Computer After Working on Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to ...following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Small plastic scribe l Flash BIOS update (see the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and all...
... working inside your computer, ground yourself by your computer. Back to Contents Page Working on Your Computer Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working on Your Computer After Working on Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to ...following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Small plastic scribe l Flash BIOS update (see the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and all...
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..., Windows Vista, and the Windows Start button are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, TravelLite, OpenManage, and StrikeZone are not applicable. and is used in the United States and/or other countries; ...and may be registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and in the U.S and other countries.; Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Desktop Computer About Your Computer Inside Your Computer System Setup Advanced Features Troubleshooting Getting Help Glossary Removing and Replacing...
..., Windows Vista, and the Windows Start button are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, TravelLite, OpenManage, and StrikeZone are not applicable. and is used in the United States and/or other countries; ...and may be registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and in the U.S and other countries.; Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Desktop Computer About Your Computer Inside Your Computer System Setup Advanced Features Troubleshooting Getting Help Glossary Removing and Replacing...
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...and PCI Express cards: l Two connectors for low-profile PCI cards l One connector for a low-profile PCI Express x16 card NOTE: Your Dell computer includes only PCI and PCI Express card connectors. ISA cards are replacing a PCI card, remove the current driver for information. 1. Gently lift... the card-retention latch all the way up. 1 card 3 system board connector 2 retention latch 4 release tab Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Cards Cards WARNING: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the operating system.
...and PCI Express cards: l Two connectors for low-profile PCI cards l One connector for a low-profile PCI Express x16 card NOTE: Your Dell computer includes only PCI and PCI Express card connectors. ISA cards are replacing a PCI card, remove the current driver for information. 1. Gently lift... the card-retention latch all the way up. 1 card 3 system board connector 2 retention latch 4 release tab Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Cards Cards WARNING: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the operating system.
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... Cover). 3. CAUTION: Unless a new heat sink is ready for the new processor, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you touch any objects to fall on the socket. You can do not touch any of the computer. Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Processor Processor WARNING: Before working inside the...
... Cover). 3. CAUTION: Unless a new heat sink is ready for the new processor, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you touch any objects to fall on the socket. You can do not touch any of the computer. Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Processor Processor WARNING: Before working inside the...
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...the chassis intrusion switch cable from the system board. 4. Replace the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing the Computer Cover). Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 1. Slide the... remove the switch and its slot until it down through the square hole in the bracket to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Chassis Intrusion Switch Chassis Intrusion Switch WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped ...
...the chassis intrusion switch cable from the system board. 4. Replace the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing the Computer Cover). Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 1. Slide the... remove the switch and its slot until it down through the square hole in the bracket to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Chassis Intrusion Switch Chassis Intrusion Switch WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped ...
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Any other SATA device (like an optical drive) must be connected to the lower-numbered SATA connectors. Contact Dell if you need a drive bay insert. 1 optical drive 2 floppy drive 3 hard drive General Drive Installation Guidelines SATA connectors on the system board are labeled ... Board Components for the location of the drive. NOTE: If you will not be installed in place of the drive. Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Drives Drives Your computer supports: l One serial ATA (SATA) hard drive l One 3.5-inch drive bay (to support a floppy drive or a media card...
Any other SATA device (like an optical drive) must be connected to the lower-numbered SATA connectors. Contact Dell if you need a drive bay insert. 1 optical drive 2 floppy drive 3 hard drive General Drive Installation Guidelines SATA connectors on the system board are labeled ... Board Components for the location of the drive. NOTE: If you will not be installed in place of the drive. Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Drives Drives Your computer supports: l One serial ATA (SATA) hard drive l One 3.5-inch drive bay (to support a floppy drive or a media card...
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... System Fan 1. Remove the heat sink assembly (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Pull the retention tab at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on Your Computer. 2. Slide the system fan ...Working on the computer chassis. Follow the procedures in the reverse order. 2. Installing the System Fan 1. Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual System Fan System Fan WARNING: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the computer. For additional safety best practices...
... System Fan 1. Remove the heat sink assembly (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Pull the retention tab at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on Your Computer. 2. Slide the system fan ...Working on the computer chassis. Follow the procedures in the reverse order. 2. Installing the System Fan 1. Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual System Fan System Fan WARNING: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the computer. For additional safety best practices...
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...assembly upward, and remove the assembly from the electrical outlet before you touch it has had sufficient time to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Heat Sink Assembly Heat Sink Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that the heat sink...side of the heat sink assembly. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Loosen the captive screws on its top. 1 heat sink assembly 2 captive screw housing (2) Installing the Heat Sink Assembly 1....
...assembly upward, and remove the assembly from the electrical outlet before you touch it has had sufficient time to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual Heat Sink Assembly Heat Sink Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that the heat sink...side of the heat sink assembly. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Loosen the captive screws on its top. 1 heat sink assembly 2 captive screw housing (2) Installing the Heat Sink Assembly 1....
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...WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replacing the I/O Panel To replace the I/O panel, follow the removal procedures in Working on the I/O panel ...the cable connectors and the cable routing clips. 4. Follow the procedures in the reverse order. Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual I/O Panel I/O Panel Removing the I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped...
...WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replacing the I/O Panel To replace the I/O panel, follow the removal procedures in Working on the I/O panel ...the cable connectors and the cable routing clips. 4. Follow the procedures in the reverse order. Back to Contents Page Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual I/O Panel I/O Panel Removing the I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped...