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Models DCSM and DCNE www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ OptiPlex™ 360 Setup and Quick Reference Guide This guide provides a features overview, specifications, and quick setup, software, and troubleshooting information for your operating system, devices, and technologies, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com. For more information about your computer.
Models DCSM and DCNE www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ OptiPlex™ 360 Setup and Quick Reference Guide This guide provides a features overview, specifications, and quick setup, software, and troubleshooting information for your operating system, devices, and technologies, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com. For more information about your computer.
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...protected by method claims of Intel Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, and DellConnect are trademarks of this copyright protection technology must be used in this document to either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to ... DCNE August 2008 P/N U719F Rev. A00 Information in trademarks and trade names other intellectual property rights owned by Dell under license; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and is intended for property damage, personal injury, or ...
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Back View 11 Desktop - Back View 8 Mini Tower - Back Panel Connectors 12 2 Setting Up Your Computer 13 Quick Setup 13 Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure 18 Connecting to the Internet 20 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 20 Transferring Information to a New Computer 21 Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 21 Microsoft Windows® XP 21 Contents 3 Front View 10 Desktop - Contents 1 About Your Computer 7 Mini Tower - Front View 7 Mini Tower - Back Panel Connectors 9 Desktop -
Back View 11 Desktop - Back View 8 Mini Tower - Back Panel Connectors 12 2 Setting Up Your Computer 13 Quick Setup 13 Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure 18 Connecting to the Internet 20 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 20 Transferring Information to a New Computer 21 Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 21 Microsoft Windows® XP 21 Contents 3 Front View 10 Desktop - Contents 1 About Your Computer 7 Mini Tower - Front View 7 Mini Tower - Back Panel Connectors 9 Desktop -
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Desktop Computer 31 5 Troubleshooting Tips 37 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 37 Tips 37 Power Problems 37 Memory Problems 39 Lockups and Software Problems 39 Dell Technical Update Service 41 Dell Support Utility 41 Dell Diagnostics 41 6 Reinstalling Software 43 Drivers 43 Identifying Drivers 43 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 43 Restoring Your Operating System 45 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . 46 Using Dell Factory Image Restore 46 Using the Operating System Media 47 4 Contents Mini Tower Computer 25 4 Specifications - 3 Specifications -
Desktop Computer 31 5 Troubleshooting Tips 37 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 37 Tips 37 Power Problems 37 Memory Problems 39 Lockups and Software Problems 39 Dell Technical Update Service 41 Dell Support Utility 41 Dell Diagnostics 41 6 Reinstalling Software 43 Drivers 43 Identifying Drivers 43 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 43 Restoring Your Operating System 45 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . 46 Using Dell Factory Image Restore 46 Using the Operating System Media 47 4 Contents Mini Tower Computer 25 4 Specifications - 3 Specifications -
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7 Finding Information 49 8 Getting Help 51 Obtaining Assistance 51 Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . . 52 DellConnect 52 Online Services 52 AutoTech Service 53 Automated Order-Status Service 53 Problems With Your Order 53 Product Information 54 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 54 Before You Call 55 Contacting Dell 57 Index 59 Contents 5
7 Finding Information 49 8 Getting Help 51 Obtaining Assistance 51 Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . . 52 DellConnect 52 Online Services 52 AutoTech Service 53 Automated Order-Status Service 53 Problems With Your Order 53 Product Information 54 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 54 Before You Call 55 Contacting Dell 57 Index 59 Contents 5
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Front View 1 2 3 4 5 9 6 8 7 1 optical drive 3 optical-drive bay filler panel 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 7 power button, power light 9 microphone connector 2 optical-drive eject button 4 floppy drive 6 drive-activity light 8 headphone connector About Your Computer 7 About Your Computer Mini Tower -
Front View 1 2 3 4 5 9 6 8 7 1 optical drive 3 optical-drive bay filler panel 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 7 power button, power light 9 microphone connector 2 optical-drive eject button 4 floppy drive 6 drive-activity light 8 headphone connector About Your Computer 7 About Your Computer Mini Tower -
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Back View 1 2 3 7 4 5 6 1 cover-release latch, and cable security slot 3 power cable connector 5 back-panel connectors 7 power supply vent 2 padlock ring 4 voltage selector switch 6 expansion-card slots (4) 8 About Your Computer Mini Tower -
Back View 1 2 3 7 4 5 6 1 cover-release latch, and cable security slot 3 power cable connector 5 back-panel connectors 7 power supply vent 2 padlock ring 4 voltage selector switch 6 expansion-card slots (4) 8 About Your Computer Mini Tower -
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Mini Tower - Back Panel Connectors 1 2 3 4 9 8 1 parallel (printer) connector 3 network adapter connector 5 line-out connector 7 USB 2.0 connectors (6) 9 serial connector 5 6 7 2 link-integrity light 4 network-activity light 6 line-in (microphone) connector 8 VGA video connector About Your Computer 9
Mini Tower - Back Panel Connectors 1 2 3 4 9 8 1 parallel (printer) connector 3 network adapter connector 5 line-out connector 7 USB 2.0 connectors (6) 9 serial connector 5 6 7 2 link-integrity light 4 network-activity light 6 line-in (microphone) connector 8 VGA video connector About Your Computer 9
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Front View 1 11 2 3 4 10 9 8 1 diagnostic lights 3 drive-activity lights 5 drive activity lights 7 microphone connector 9 floppy-drive eject button 11 padlock ring 76 5 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 4 power button, power light 6 headphone connector 8 optical-drive tray eject button 10 cover-release latch grip, and cable security slot 10 About Your Computer Desktop -
Front View 1 11 2 3 4 10 9 8 1 diagnostic lights 3 drive-activity lights 5 drive activity lights 7 microphone connector 9 floppy-drive eject button 11 padlock ring 76 5 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 4 power button, power light 6 headphone connector 8 optical-drive tray eject button 10 cover-release latch grip, and cable security slot 10 About Your Computer Desktop -
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Desktop - Back View 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 expansion-card slots (3) 3 power connector 5 padlock ring 2 back-panel connectors 4 voltage selector switch 6 cover-release latch grip, and security cable slot About Your Computer 11
Desktop - Back View 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 expansion-card slots (3) 3 power connector 5 padlock ring 2 back-panel connectors 4 voltage selector switch 6 cover-release latch grip, and security cable slot About Your Computer 11
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Desktop - Back Panel Connectors 1 2 3 4 9 8 1 parallel (printer) connector 3 network adapter connector 5 line-out connector 7 USB 2.0 connectors (6) 9 serial connector 5 6 7 2 network-activity light 4 link-integrity light 6 line-in (microphone) connector 8 VGA video connector 12 About Your Computer
Desktop - Back Panel Connectors 1 2 3 4 9 8 1 parallel (printer) connector 3 network adapter connector 5 line-out connector 7 USB 2.0 connectors (6) 9 serial connector 5 6 7 2 network-activity light 4 link-integrity light 6 line-in (microphone) connector 8 VGA video connector 12 About Your Computer
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NOTE: Some devices may not be included if you begin any of the following cables: • Dual monitor Y-adapter cable • White DVI cable • Blue VGA cable Setting Up Your Computer 13 Setting Up Your Computer Quick Setup CAUTION: Before you did not order them. 1 Connect the monitor using only one of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
NOTE: Some devices may not be included if you begin any of the following cables: • Dual monitor Y-adapter cable • White DVI cable • Blue VGA cable Setting Up Your Computer 13 Setting Up Your Computer Quick Setup CAUTION: Before you did not order them. 1 Connect the monitor using only one of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
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2 Connect a USB device, such as a keyboard or mouse. Setting Up Your Computer 15
2 Connect a USB device, such as a keyboard or mouse. Setting Up Your Computer 15
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NOTICE: Ensure that you connect the network cable to the connector identified with the icon shown in the following illustration. 4 Connect the modem. NOTICE: Ensure that you connect the modem to the connector identified with the icon shown in the following illustration. 16 Setting Up Your Computer 3 Connect the network cable.
NOTICE: Ensure that you connect the network cable to the connector identified with the icon shown in the following illustration. 4 Connect the modem. NOTICE: Ensure that you connect the modem to the connector identified with the icon shown in the following illustration. 16 Setting Up Your Computer 3 Connect the network cable.
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5 Connect the power cable(s). 6 Press the power buttons on the monitor and the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 17
5 Connect the power cable(s). 6 Press the power buttons on the monitor and the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 17
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CAUTION: Before installing your computer in this document reflects the maximum ambient operating temperature. NOTICE: The operating temperature specifications indicated in an enclosure, read the safety instructions that shipped with USB wireless 6 USB wireless adapter adapter Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure Installing your computer in an enclosure can restrict the airflow and affect your computer's performance, possibly causing it to overheat. The room ambient temperature needs to be a consideration when you reach your computer's maximum operating 18 Setting Up Your ...
CAUTION: Before installing your computer in this document reflects the maximum ambient operating temperature. NOTICE: The operating temperature specifications indicated in an enclosure, read the safety instructions that shipped with USB wireless 6 USB wireless adapter adapter Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure Installing your computer in an enclosure can restrict the airflow and affect your computer's performance, possibly causing it to overheat. The room ambient temperature needs to be a consideration when you reach your computer's maximum operating 18 Setting Up Your ...
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NOTICE: Do not install your computer in an enclosure that allows at least a 30-percent airflow through the enclosure at the front and at least 5.1-cm (2-in) clearance from the back of a type that does not allow airflow. Mini Tower Computer" on a desk or under a desk, leave at the back. Desktop Computer" on page 31. • Leave a 10.2-cm (4-in a corner on page 25 or "Specifications - Setting Up Your Computer 19 For details about your enclosure has doors, the doors need to be of the computer to the wall to permit the airflow required for proper ventilation. temperature....
NOTICE: Do not install your computer in an enclosure that allows at least a 30-percent airflow through the enclosure at the front and at least 5.1-cm (2-in) clearance from the back of a type that does not allow airflow. Mini Tower Computer" on a desk or under a desk, leave at the back. Desktop Computer" on page 31. • Leave a 10.2-cm (4-in a corner on page 25 or "Specifications - Setting Up Your Computer 19 For details about your enclosure has doors, the doors need to be of the computer to the wall to permit the airflow required for proper ventilation. temperature....
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Connecting to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the appropriate section below. 20 Setting Up Your Computer If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to the telephone wall connector before you are using a dial-up your ISP or cellular phone service for setup instructions. If you set up an Internet connection with a desktop shortcut provided by your ISP: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft...
Connecting to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the appropriate section below. 20 Setting Up Your Computer If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to the telephone wall connector before you are using a dial-up your ISP or cellular phone service for setup instructions. If you set up an Internet connection with a desktop shortcut provided by your ISP: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft...
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... computer. Microsoft Windows® XP Windows XP provides the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move data from a source computer to the Internet, see the Dell Technology Guide. Setting Up Your Computer 21
... computer. Microsoft Windows® XP Windows XP provides the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move data from a source computer to the Internet, see the Dell Technology Guide. Setting Up Your Computer 21