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... the U.S and other countries; and is a registered trademark of Dell Inc.; A00 IBM is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. ENERGY STAR is strictly forbidden. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, Inspiron, Dimension, Latitude, Dell Precision, DellNet, TravelLite, OpenManage, PowerVault, Axim, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, PowerApp, and StrikeZone...
... the U.S and other countries; and is a registered trademark of Dell Inc.; A00 IBM is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. ENERGY STAR is strictly forbidden. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, Inspiron, Dimension, Latitude, Dell Precision, DellNet, TravelLite, OpenManage, PowerVault, Axim, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, PowerApp, and StrikeZone...
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... Components 59 Jumper Settings 60 Solving Problems 61 Dell Diagnostics 61 System Lights 65 Diagnostic Lights 66 Beep Codes 70 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 72 Restoring Your Operating System 73 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore . . . . 73 Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 75 Using the Drivers and Utilities Media 78 Reinstalling...
... Components 59 Jumper Settings 60 Solving Problems 61 Dell Diagnostics 61 System Lights 65 Diagnostic Lights 66 Beep Codes 70 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 72 Restoring Your Operating System 73 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore . . . . 73 Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 75 Using the Drivers and Utilities Media 78 Reinstalling...
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...Documentation and drivers are already installed on page 61). What Are You Looking For? NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the media to reinstall drivers (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with ... ship with your computer. Readme files may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 79), to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for my computer •...
...Documentation and drivers are already installed on page 61). What Are You Looking For? NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the media to reinstall drivers (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with ... ship with your computer. Readme files may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 79), to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for my computer •...
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... • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to discourage removal of the label.
... • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to discourage removal of the label.
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... the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in your operating system, use Windows XP • How to work with your computer. The operating system is already installed on the screen. To reinstall your User's Guide or Owner...
... the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in your operating system, use Windows XP • How to work with your computer. The operating system is already installed on the screen. To reinstall your User's Guide or Owner...
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... to the modem. 10 Quick Reference Guide Insert the network cable, not the telephone line, into the network connector. If you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to properly set up your computer. NOTE: The color of the procedures in Product Information Guide. NOTICE: Do not attempt...
... to the modem. 10 Quick Reference Guide Insert the network cable, not the telephone line, into the network connector. If you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to properly set up your computer. NOTE: The color of the procedures in Product Information Guide. NOTICE: Do not attempt...
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... cables from the computer. 4 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices are correctly oriented and aligned. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is connected to ground the system board. 5 If applicable, remove the computer stand (for about 4 seconds to help ensure your own personal safety. As you... from your operating system, press and hold the power button for instructions, see "Cable Cover (Optional)" on the cable itself. Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you shut down your computer and then unplug it .
... cables from the computer. 4 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices are correctly oriented and aligned. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is connected to ground the system board. 5 If applicable, remove the computer stand (for about 4 seconds to help ensure your own personal safety. As you... from your operating system, press and hold the power button for instructions, see "Cable Cover (Optional)" on the cable itself. Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you shut down your computer and then unplug it .
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...operating system shutdown. 3 3.5-inch drive bay Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional media card reader. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. 5 LAN indicator light This light indicates that ...Lights" on the computer. For more information on page 13 for devices that a LAN (local area network) connection is established. 6 diagnostic lights Use the lights to turn off the computer by pressing the power button. See "Turning Off Your Computer" on booting to a USB device). NOTICE...
...operating system shutdown. 3 3.5-inch drive bay Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional media card reader. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. 5 LAN indicator light This light indicates that ...Lights" on the computer. For more information on page 13 for devices that a LAN (local area network) connection is established. 6 diagnostic lights Use the lights to turn off the computer by pressing the power button. See "Turning Off Your Computer" on booting to a USB device). NOTICE...
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... mode • Blinking or solid amber - For more information about sleep modes and pwoer-saving mode, see "Power Problems" in the Windows Device Manager. Use the microphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of light codes that can help you troubleshoot problems with your computer... and blinks or remains solid to indicate different operating modes: • No light - To exit from a power-saving mode, press the power button or use the keyboard or the mouse if it is in the User's Guide. The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may exist...
... mode • Blinking or solid amber - For more information about sleep modes and pwoer-saving mode, see "Power Problems" in the Windows Device Manager. Use the microphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of light codes that can help you troubleshoot problems with your computer... and blinks or remains solid to indicate different operating modes: • No light - To exit from a power-saving mode, press the power button or use the keyboard or the mouse if it is in the User's Guide. The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may exist...
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... and the computer. • Yellow - The computer is recommended that you must use of your network or broadband device. If you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for your network. Remote management features require use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to attach a record/...either a network jack or your computer. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into a sound or telephony program. 7 USB 2.0 connectors (6) Use the back USB connectors for voice or musical input into the network connector. A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to ...
... and the computer. • Yellow - The computer is recommended that you must use of your network or broadband device. If you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for your network. Remote management features require use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to attach a record/...either a network jack or your computer. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into a sound or telephony program. 7 USB 2.0 connectors (6) Use the back USB connectors for voice or musical input into the network connector. A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to ...
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...the release latch back as leverage points. 5 Remove the cover from your computer. Do not remove the cap. The default designations are using the hinge tabs as you touch it aside on a soft nonabrasive surface. 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 the serial port. 8 video connector 9 serial ...
...the release latch back as leverage points. 5 Remove the cover from your computer. Do not remove the cap. The default designations are using the hinge tabs as you touch it aside on a soft nonabrasive surface. 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 the serial port. 8 video connector 9 serial ...
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It is recommended that you use the back USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras, or for bootable USB devices (see "System Setup" in the ... connected, such as printers and keyboards. Quick Reference Guide 27 unjumpered Desktop Computer System Views Front View 1 2 3 11 10 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 2 LAN indicator light 9 8 76 5 4 Use the front USB connectors for more information about booting to a USB device). Jumper RTCRST Setting jumpered Description The real-time clock has not been reset...
It is recommended that you use the back USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras, or for bootable USB devices (see "System Setup" in the ... connected, such as printers and keyboards. Quick Reference Guide 27 unjumpered Desktop Computer System Views Front View 1 2 3 11 10 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 2 LAN indicator light 9 8 76 5 4 Use the front USB connectors for more information about booting to a USB device). Jumper RTCRST Setting jumpered Description The real-time clock has not been reset...
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...badge, press firmly, and turn off . • Steady green - Instead, perform an operating system shutdown. NOTICE: If your computer. 6 diagnostic lights Use the lights to indicate different operating states: • No light - The computer is in the User's Guide for a description of the badge. 5 ... with your operating system has ACPI enabled, when you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. 4 Dell badge This badge can help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on page 66 for more information, see "Power Management for Windows XP...
...badge, press firmly, and turn off . • Steady green - Instead, perform an operating system shutdown. NOTICE: If your computer. 6 diagnostic lights Use the lights to indicate different operating states: • No light - The computer is in the User's Guide for a description of the badge. 5 ... with your operating system has ACPI enabled, when you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. 4 Dell badge This badge can help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on page 66 for more information, see "Power Management for Windows XP...
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Can contain an optical drive. Insert the power cable. 8 headphone connector 9 microphone connector 10 3.5-inch drive bay 11 5.25-inch drive bay Back View Use the headphone connector to attach a microphone. Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into the appropriate connectors (see "Back Panel Connectors" on page ...connector, eSATA connector, etc. Can contain an optional floppy drive, second hard drive, or optional media card reader. Quick Reference Guide 29 Use the microphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of the system will be different if a riser is installed.
Can contain an optical drive. Insert the power cable. 8 headphone connector 9 microphone connector 10 3.5-inch drive bay 11 5.25-inch drive bay Back View Use the headphone connector to attach a microphone. Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into the appropriate connectors (see "Back Panel Connectors" on page ...connector, eSATA connector, etc. Can contain an optional floppy drive, second hard drive, or optional media card reader. Quick Reference Guide 29 Use the microphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of the system will be different if a riser is installed.
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...network and the computer. • Yellow - The computer is recommended that the network cable has been securely attached. Remote management features require use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to a network or broadband device, connect one end of the onboard NIC....computer to ensure reliable operation. 4 network activity light Flashes a yellow light when the computer is transmitting or receiving network data. If you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR; It is ...
...network and the computer. • Yellow - The computer is recommended that the network cable has been securely attached. Remote management features require use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to a network or broadband device, connect one end of the onboard NIC....computer to ensure reliable operation. 4 network activity light Flashes a yellow light when the computer is transmitting or receiving network data. If you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR; It is ...
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...the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock. 3 Locate the cover release latch shown in the User's Guide. The default designations are using the hinge tabs as leverage points. 5 Remove the cover from the hinge tabs and set it . 32 Quick Reference Guide Do not remove the...as a handheld device, to the serial port. 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 cool before removing the computer cover. 1 Follow the ...
...the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock. 3 Locate the cover release latch shown in the User's Guide. The default designations are using the hinge tabs as leverage points. 5 Remove the cover from the hinge tabs and set it . 32 Quick Reference Guide Do not remove the...as a handheld device, to the serial port. 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 cool before removing the computer cover. 1 Follow the ...
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... for devices that you connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. unjumpered Small Form Factor Computer System Views Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 98 7 Use the front USB connectors for devices that you use the back USB connectors for more information about booting to a USB device).
... for devices that you connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. unjumpered Small Form Factor Computer System Views Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 98 7 Use the front USB connectors for devices that you use the back USB connectors for more information about booting to a USB device).
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...system has ACPI enabled, when you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the computer. NOTICE: If your computer. You can also rotate the badge using the slot provided near the bottom of the badge, press firmly, and turn the badge. To rotate, place fingers around the outside of the... 66. 6 hard drive activity light This light flickers when the hard drive is established. 5 diagnostic lights Use the lights to help you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. 3 Dell badge Can be rotated to turn off the computer by pressing the power button.
...system has ACPI enabled, when you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the computer. NOTICE: If your computer. You can also rotate the badge using the slot provided near the bottom of the badge, press firmly, and turn the badge. To rotate, place fingers around the outside of the... 66. 6 hard drive activity light This light flickers when the hard drive is established. 5 diagnostic lights Use the lights to help you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. 3 Dell badge Can be rotated to turn off the computer by pressing the power button.
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.... • Blinking or solid amber - The computer is configured as a wake device in a normal operating state. • Blinking green - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61 for Windows XP and Vista" in the User's Guide. Can contain an optional slimline floppy drive or optional media card reader...drive. Can contain a slimline optical drive. For more information about sleep modes and exiting from a power-saving mode, press the power button or use the keyboard or the mouse if it is in the Windows Device Manager. To exit from a powersaving mode, see "Power Management for a description ...
.... • Blinking or solid amber - The computer is configured as a wake device in a normal operating state. • Blinking green - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61 for Windows XP and Vista" in the User's Guide. Can contain an optional slimline floppy drive or optional media card reader...drive. Can contain a slimline optical drive. For more information about sleep modes and exiting from a power-saving mode, press the power button or use the keyboard or the mouse if it is in the Windows Device Manager. To exit from a powersaving mode, see "Power Management for a description ...
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...(available on computers with integrated amplifiers. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into a sound or telephony program. If you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for devices that the network cable has been securely attached. A high volume of your network.... Use the green line-out connector (available on computers with integrated sound) to ensure reliable operation. Use the back USB connectors for your computer. A click indicates that typically remain connected, such as...
...(available on computers with integrated amplifiers. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into a sound or telephony program. If you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for devices that the network cable has been securely attached. A high volume of your network.... Use the green line-out connector (available on computers with integrated sound) to ensure reliable operation. Use the back USB connectors for your computer. A click indicates that typically remain connected, such as...