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... computer • Desktop System Software (DSS) Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be optional and may not be found at support.dell.com. Readme files may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the...
... computer • Desktop System Software (DSS) Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be optional and may not be found at support.dell.com. Readme files may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the...
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... Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your computer. 6 Quick Reference Guide Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to remove and replace parts Dell™ OptiPlex™ User's Guide • Specifications Microsoft Windows Help and Support • How to configure system settings Center • How to remove and install parts •...
... Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your computer. 6 Quick Reference Guide Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to remove and replace parts Dell™ OptiPlex™ User's Guide • Specifications Microsoft Windows Help and Support • How to configure system settings Center • How to remove and install parts •...
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.... • Use the Service Tag to identify your call when contacting support. NOTE: As an increased security measure, the newly designed Microsoft Windows license label incorporates a missing portion or "hole" to direct your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to discourage removal of the...
.... • Use the Service Tag to identify your call when contacting support. NOTE: As an increased security measure, the newly designed Microsoft Windows license label incorporates a missing portion or "hole" to direct your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to discourage removal of the...
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...; Upgrades - Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - If you should also reinstall the DSS utility. Computer documentation, details on your Dell computer. Online discussion with technical support • Dell Technical Update Service - NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and...
...; Upgrades - Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - If you should also reinstall the DSS utility. Computer documentation, details on your Dell computer. Online discussion with technical support • Dell Technical Update Service - NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and...
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... • How to personalize my desktop • How to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP, click Start and click Help and Support. • In Windows Vista™, click the Windows Vista Start button and click Help and... Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem, and then click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your computer. To reinstall your operating ...
... • How to personalize my desktop • How to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP, click Start and click Help and Support. • In Windows Vista™, click the Windows Vista Start button and click Help and... Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem, and then click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your computer. To reinstall your operating ...
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Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into this drive. Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into this drive. 16 Quick Reference Guide Can contain an optical drive. Mini Tower Computer System Views Front View 1 2 3 11 4 10 5 6 9 7 8 1 5.25-inch drive bay 2 5.25-inch drive bay Can contain an optical drive.
Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into this drive. Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into this drive. 16 Quick Reference Guide Can contain an optical drive. Mini Tower Computer System Views Front View 1 2 3 11 4 10 5 6 9 7 8 1 5.25-inch drive bay 2 5.25-inch drive bay Can contain an optical drive.
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... can become very hot during normal operation. NOTE: If you begin any of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using a graphics card that supports dual monitors, use the y-cable that a graphics card heat sink has had sufficient time to the serial port. 8 video connector 9 serial connector Plug the cable...
... can become very hot during normal operation. NOTE: If you begin any of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using a graphics card that supports dual monitors, use the y-cable that a graphics card heat sink has had sufficient time to the serial port. 8 video connector 9 serial connector Plug the cable...
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... most kinds of the system will be different if a riser is installed. Insert the power cable. Quick Reference Guide 29 Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into the appropriate connectors (see "Back Panel Connectors" on page 30).
... most kinds of the system will be different if a riser is installed. Insert the power cable. Quick Reference Guide 29 Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into the appropriate connectors (see "Back Panel Connectors" on page 30).
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... in the illustration. Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using a graphics card that supports dual monitors, use the y-cable that a graphics card heat sink has had sufficient time to cool before removing the computer cover. 1 Follow the procedures in...
... in the illustration. Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using a graphics card that supports dual monitors, use the y-cable that a graphics card heat sink has had sufficient time to cool before removing the computer cover. 1 Follow the procedures in...
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... states: • No light - The computer is configured as a wake device in a power-saving mode. • Blinking or solid amber - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61 for Windows XP and Vista" in the User's Guide. The computer is in the Windows Device Manager. The computer is turned... off. • Steady green - Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into this drive. Can contain a slimline optical drive. Use the headphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of light codes that can help you...
... states: • No light - The computer is configured as a wake device in a power-saving mode. • Blinking or solid amber - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61 for Windows XP and Vista" in the User's Guide. The computer is in the Windows Device Manager. The computer is turned... off. • Steady green - Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into this drive. Can contain a slimline optical drive. Use the headphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of light codes that can help you...
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... VGA-compatible monitor into the blue connector. NOTE: If you begin any of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using a graphics card that supports dual monitors, use the y-cable that a graphics card heat sink has had sufficient time to the serial port. 8 video connector 9 serial connector Plug the cable...
... VGA-compatible monitor into the blue connector. NOTE: If you begin any of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using a graphics card that supports dual monitors, use the y-cable that a graphics card heat sink has had sufficient time to the serial port. 8 video connector 9 serial connector Plug the cable...
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... online User's Guide. It is being reset (jumpered temporarily). NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on contacting Dell, see your computer, see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Enter system setup (see "Finding Information" in the Product Information Guide. unjumpered Solving Problems Dell provides a number of the Express Service Code and Service Tag, see "Entering...
... online User's Guide. It is being reset (jumpered temporarily). NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on contacting Dell, see your computer, see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Enter system setup (see "Finding Information" in the Product Information Guide. unjumpered Solving Problems Dell provides a number of the Express Service Code and Service Tag, see "Entering...
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...description. Displays your hardware configuration for your Service Tag. You can customize the tests you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide). Your computer's Service Tag is located at the top of each test screen. See "System ... option, click the applicable tab described in the User's Guide for more information. 3 If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for the selected device. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for your computer. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select ...
...description. Displays your hardware configuration for your Service Tag. You can customize the tests you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide). Your computer's Service Tag is located at the top of each test screen. See "System ... option, click the applicable tab described in the User's Guide for more information. 3 If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for the selected device. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for your computer. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select ...
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... requirements for memory module/connector placement exist (see "Memory" in the User's Guide). • Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by removing an expansion card (not a graphics card) and restarting the computer (see the "Cards" section for your system). • If... the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide). If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for each expansion card installed. ...
... requirements for memory module/connector placement exist (see "Memory" in the User's Guide). • Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by removing an expansion card (not a graphics card) and restarting the computer (see the "Cards" section for your system). • If... the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the User's Guide). If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for each expansion card installed. ...
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Windows Vista: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button , and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. 4 In the Hardware ...the Hardware Troubleshooter to follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 72 Quick Reference Guide To start the Hardware Troubleshooter: Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the search results, select the option that best describes the ...
Windows Vista: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button , and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. 4 In the Hardware ...the Hardware Troubleshooter to follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 72 Quick Reference Guide To start the Hardware Troubleshooter: Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the search results, select the option that best describes the ...
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... Manager. otherwise, contact your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows Device Driver Rollback to continue. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer might not work correctly. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ My...
... Manager. otherwise, contact your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows Device Driver Rollback to continue. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer might not work correctly. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ My...
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Index B beep codes, 70 C CDs operating system, 9 computer beep codes, 70 restore to previous state, 73 cover opening, 22, 32, 43 D Dell support site, 8 diagnostic lights, 65-66 diagnostics beep codes, 70 lights, 65-66 documentation End User License Agreement, 6 ergonomics, 6 online, 8 Product Information Guide, 6 regulatory, 6 safety, 6 documentation (... User License Agreement, 6 ergonomics information, 6 error messages beep codes, 70 diagnostic lights, 65-66 F Factory Image Restore, 75, 77 H hardware beep codes, 70 Help and Support Center, 9 help file Windows Help and...
Index B beep codes, 70 C CDs operating system, 9 computer beep codes, 70 restore to previous state, 73 cover opening, 22, 32, 43 D Dell support site, 8 diagnostic lights, 65-66 diagnostics beep codes, 70 lights, 65-66 documentation End User License Agreement, 6 ergonomics, 6 online, 8 Product Information Guide, 6 regulatory, 6 safety, 6 documentation (... User License Agreement, 6 ergonomics information, 6 error messages beep codes, 70 diagnostic lights, 65-66 F Factory Image Restore, 75, 77 H hardware beep codes, 70 Help and Support Center, 9 help file Windows Help and...
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... button light, 65 problems beep codes, 70 diagnostic lights, 65-66 restore to previous state, 73 Product Information Guide, 6 R regulatory information, 6 S safety instructions, 6 Service Tag, 7 support website, 8 system board, 25, 35, 59 system lights, 65 System Restore, 73 84 Index I installing parts before you begin, 13, 61 recommended tools, 13 turning...
... button light, 65 problems beep codes, 70 diagnostic lights, 65-66 restore to previous state, 73 Product Information Guide, 6 R regulatory information, 6 S safety instructions, 6 Service Tag, 7 support website, 8 system board, 25, 35, 59 system lights, 65 System Restore, 73 84 Index I installing parts before you begin, 13, 61 recommended tools, 13 turning...
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T troubleshooting diagnostic lights, 65-66 Help and Support Center, 9 restore to previous state, 73 U User's Guide, 6 W warranty information, 6 Windows Vista Factory Image Restore, 75 System Restore, 73 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 79 Help and Support Center, 9 PC Restore, 75 reinstalling, 9 System Restore, 73 Index 85
T troubleshooting diagnostic lights, 65-66 Help and Support Center, 9 restore to previous state, 73 U User's Guide, 6 W warranty information, 6 Windows Vista Factory Image Restore, 75 System Restore, 73 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 79 Help and Support Center, 9 PC Restore, 75 reinstalling, 9 System Restore, 73 Index 85
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...Dell PC Restore 361 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore 362 Using the Operating System Media 363 Before you Begin 363 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista 363 18 Getting Help Obtaining Assistance 365 Online Services 365 AutoTech Service 366 Automated Order-Status Service 366 Support... Service 366 Problems With Your Order 367 Product Information 367 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 367 Before You Call 367 Contacting Dell 370 Contents 15
...Dell PC Restore 361 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore 362 Using the Operating System Media 363 Before you Begin 363 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista 363 18 Getting Help Obtaining Assistance 365 Online Services 365 AutoTech Service 366 Automated Order-Status Service 366 Support... Service 366 Problems With Your Order 367 Product Information 367 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 367 Before You Call 367 Contacting Dell 370 Contents 15