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... NetWare and Novell are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; A04 CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for energy efficiency. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, and Dell OpenManage are registered trademarks of data and... tells you make better use of Intel Corporation; Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2001-2002 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights...
... NetWare and Novell are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; A04 CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for energy efficiency. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, OptiPlex, and Dell OpenManage are registered trademarks of data and... tells you make better use of Intel Corporation; Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2001-2002 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights...
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Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 9 General 9 When Using Your Computer 11 When Working Inside Your Computer 12 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 13 Ergonomic Computing Habits 13 Battery Disposal 14 1 About Your Computer Finding Information and Assistance 16 Front Panel 19 Front Panel Door 22 Speaker/Headphone Connector 23 Power Button 23 Power Light 25 Floppy Drive Access Light 26 Hard Drive Access Light 26 Back Panel 26 Connecting Devices 29 Parallel Connector 30 Mouse Connector 30 USB Connectors 30 Integrated Network Adapter Connector 30 Network Cable ...
Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 9 General 9 When Using Your Computer 11 When Working Inside Your Computer 12 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 13 Ergonomic Computing Habits 13 Battery Disposal 14 1 About Your Computer Finding Information and Assistance 16 Front Panel 19 Front Panel Door 22 Speaker/Headphone Connector 23 Power Button 23 Power Light 25 Floppy Drive Access Light 26 Hard Drive Access Light 26 Back Panel 26 Connecting Devices 29 Parallel Connector 30 Mouse Connector 30 USB Connectors 30 Integrated Network Adapter Connector 30 Network Cable ...
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... Serial Connectors 31 Keyboard Connector 31 Inside Your Computer 32 System Board Components 36 2 Advanced Features LegacySelect Technology Control 40 Manageability 40 Dell OpenManage™ IT Assistant 40 Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation 41 Security 41 Chassis Intrusion Detection 41 Padlock Ring and Security Cable Slot 42 Password Protection 43 System Password 43...
... Serial Connectors 31 Keyboard Connector 31 Inside Your Computer 32 System Board Components 36 2 Advanced Features LegacySelect Technology Control 40 Manageability 40 Dell OpenManage™ IT Assistant 40 Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation 41 Security 41 Chassis Intrusion Detection 41 Padlock Ring and Security Cable Slot 42 Password Protection 43 System Password 43...
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3 Installing Upgrades Computer Cover 64 Opening the Computer Cover 64 Closing the Computer Cover 67 Expansion Cards 68 Installing an Expansion Card 69 Removing an Expansion Card 77 Installing an AGP Graphics Card 79 Removing an AGP Card 82 Expansion-Card Cage (Small Desktop Computer Only 83 Removing the Expansion-Card Cage 83 Replacing the Expansion-Card Cage 84 TAPI 86 Installing a TAPI Device 86 Installing a TAPI Sound Card 87 Memory 88 Installing DIMMs 88 Removing DIMMs 90 Microprocessor 91 Removing the Heat Sink or Heat-Sink/Blower Assembly . . . . 93 Removing the ...
3 Installing Upgrades Computer Cover 64 Opening the Computer Cover 64 Closing the Computer Cover 67 Expansion Cards 68 Installing an Expansion Card 69 Removing an Expansion Card 77 Installing an AGP Graphics Card 79 Removing an AGP Card 82 Expansion-Card Cage (Small Desktop Computer Only 83 Removing the Expansion-Card Cage 83 Replacing the Expansion-Card Cage 84 TAPI 86 Installing a TAPI Device 86 Installing a TAPI Sound Card 87 Memory 88 Installing DIMMs 88 Removing DIMMs 90 Microprocessor 91 Removing the Heat Sink or Heat-Sink/Blower Assembly . . . . 93 Removing the ...
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... 147 Replacing the Battery 148 4 Stand Removing the Computer Stand 152 Attaching the Computer Stand 153 5 Technical Specifications 6 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 164 Using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD 165 Power Problems 166 Video and Monitor Problems 166 Sound and Speaker Problems 168 Printer Problems 169 4 Contents
... 147 Replacing the Battery 148 4 Stand Removing the Computer Stand 152 Attaching the Computer Stand 153 5 Technical Specifications 6 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 164 Using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD 165 Power Problems 166 Video and Monitor Problems 166 Sound and Speaker Problems 168 Printer Problems 169 4 Contents
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... Hardware Conflicts 184 Computer Memory Problems 184 System Board Problems 185 Resetting a Damaged System Board 187 Dell Diagnostics 187 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 187 Features 187 Before You Start Testing 188 Running the Dell Diagnostics 188 Advanced Testing 190 Advanced Testing Help Menu 192 Messages and Codes 192 Computer Messages 193...
... Hardware Conflicts 184 Computer Memory Problems 184 System Board Problems 185 Resetting a Damaged System Board 187 Dell Diagnostics 187 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 187 Features 187 Before You Start Testing 188 Running the Dell Diagnostics 188 Advanced Testing 190 Advanced Testing Help Menu 192 Messages and Codes 192 Computer Messages 193...
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... VCCI Notice (Japan Only 242 MIC Notice (Republic of Korea Only 244 Polish Center for Warranty Repair or Credit 214 Before You Call 215 Contacting Dell 217 8 Additional Information Regulatory Notices 236 FCC Notices (U.S.
... VCCI Notice (Japan Only 242 MIC Notice (Republic of Korea Only 244 Polish Center for Warranty Repair or Credit 214 Before You Call 215 Contacting Dell 217 8 Additional Information Regulatory Notices 236 FCC Notices (U.S.
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NOM Information (Mexico Only 249 Warranty and Return Policy 250 Ergonomic Computing Habits 1 9 Microsoft® Windows® XP Features Overview 4 Help and Support Center 4 New User Interface 5 Switching to Classic View 5 Clean Desktop Wizard 6 Taskbar Grouping 7 Notification Area Cleanup 7 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 8 Application and Device Compatibility 9 Program Compatibility Wizard 9 System Restore 10 Using System Restore 11 Restore Process 12 Driver Rollback 13 User Accounts and Fast User Switching 14 How to Use Fast User Switching 14 What Happens When a Fast ...
NOM Information (Mexico Only 249 Warranty and Return Policy 250 Ergonomic Computing Habits 1 9 Microsoft® Windows® XP Features Overview 4 Help and Support Center 4 New User Interface 5 Switching to Classic View 5 Clean Desktop Wizard 6 Taskbar Grouping 7 Notification Area Cleanup 7 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 8 Application and Device Compatibility 9 Program Compatibility Wizard 9 System Restore 10 Using System Restore 11 Restore Process 12 Driver Rollback 13 User Accounts and Fast User Switching 14 How to Use Fast User Switching 14 What Happens When a Fast ...
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CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your computer and working environment from the computer. 9 Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances. • To help avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before disconnecting a device from potential damage. General • Do not attempt to help prevent electric shock, plug the computer and device power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets. Do not use your ...
CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your computer and working environment from the computer. 9 Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances. • To help avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before disconnecting a device from potential damage. General • Do not attempt to help prevent electric shock, plug the computer and device power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets. Do not use your ...
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... adapter in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug. • Do not spill food or liquids on the back of your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To avoid shorting out your computer when disconnecting a network cable, first unplug the cable from the network adapter...
... adapter in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug. • Do not spill food or liquids on the back of your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To avoid shorting out your computer when disconnecting a network cable, first unplug the cable from the network adapter...
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A manual voltage selection switch - For Japan, the voltage selection switch must be set to the 115-V position even though the AC power available in your location. A fixed-voltage power supply - Computers with a fixed-voltage power supply do not have a voltage selection switch on the back panel and operate at only one of the computer for the voltage that your monitor and attached devices are electrically rated to operate with the AC power available in your location. • Before working inside the computer, unplug the computer to AC power. 11 Certain system board ...
A manual voltage selection switch - For Japan, the voltage selection switch must be set to the 115-V position even though the AC power available in your location. A fixed-voltage power supply - Computers with a fixed-voltage power supply do not have a voltage selection switch on the back panel and operate at only one of the computer for the voltage that your monitor and attached devices are electrically rated to operate with the AC power available in your location. • Before working inside the computer, unplug the computer to AC power. 11 Certain system board ...
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...a cable, ensure that might harm internal components. 4 Disconnect your computer and any devices connected to the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. Also, before removing a component from the system board or disconnecting a device from the computer. Always follow installation and service instructions closely...perform the following steps in the sequence indicated. Doing so reduces the potential for personal injury or shock. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) When Working Inside Your Computer Before you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal...
...a cable, ensure that might harm internal components. 4 Disconnect your computer and any devices connected to the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. Also, before removing a component from the system board or disconnecting a device from the computer. Always follow installation and service instructions closely...perform the following steps in the sequence indicated. Doing so reduces the potential for personal injury or shock. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) When Working Inside Your Computer Before you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal...
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If possible, use may result in eye strain. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for the address of your computer. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body. • When transporting an electrostatic sensitive component, first place it is a danger of the battery along with the same or equivalent type recommended by its pins. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any static charge your local waste disposal agency for extended periods of time may result in a ...
If possible, use may result in eye strain. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for the address of your computer. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body. • When transporting an electrostatic sensitive component, first place it is a danger of the battery along with the same or equivalent type recommended by its pins. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any static charge your local waste disposal agency for extended periods of time may result in a ...
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Do not dispose of the nearest battery deposit site. 14 However, should you will never need to replace it , see "Replacing the Battery." www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) Battery Disposal Your computer uses a lithium battery. Contact your local waste disposal agency for the address of the battery along with household waste. The lithium battery is a long-life battery, and it is very possible that you need to replace it .
Do not dispose of the nearest battery deposit site. 14 However, should you will never need to replace it , see "Replacing the Battery." www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) Battery Disposal Your computer uses a lithium battery. Contact your local waste disposal agency for the address of the battery along with household waste. The lithium battery is a long-life battery, and it is very possible that you need to replace it .
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SECTION 1 About Your Computer Finding Information and Assistance Front Panel Back Panel Inside Your Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com
SECTION 1 About Your Computer Finding Information and Assistance Front Panel Back Panel Inside Your Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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...on the following: • Setting up your computer • Finding and using the ResourceCD, see "Using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD." Use the pull-down menu to make selections appropriate for information on using support resources • Diagnosing a... problem • Using tools and utilities 16 About Yo ur Computer Resources and Support Tools Resources Contents Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD • Dell Diagnostics • Drivers • Utilities • Computer and device documentation Setup and Quick Reference Guide • Getting started/setup...
...on the following: • Setting up your computer • Finding and using the ResourceCD, see "Using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD." Use the pull-down menu to make selections appropriate for information on using support resources • Diagnosing a... problem • Using tools and utilities 16 About Yo ur Computer Resources and Support Tools Resources Contents Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD • Dell Diagnostics • Drivers • Utilities • Computer and device documentation Setup and Quick Reference Guide • Getting started/setup...
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... reinstall your operating system, use the ResourceCD to complete the operating system setup. • Product Key (also called the Product ID or Certificate of your Dell™ computer. • Express Service Code and Service Tag Number The Express Service Code and Service Tag Number are unique identifiers for your computer. Operating... the devices shipped with your computer. NOTE: The operating system CD may need the Product Key (or Product ID) number to reinstall drivers for your Dell computer.
... reinstall your operating system, use the ResourceCD to complete the operating system setup. • Product Key (also called the Product ID or Certificate of your Dell™ computer. • Express Service Code and Service Tag Number The Express Service Code and Service Tag Number are unique identifiers for your computer. Operating... the devices shipped with your computer. NOTE: The operating system CD may need the Product Key (or Product ID) number to reinstall drivers for your Dell computer.
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...problem • Technical specifications • Device documentation (on your computer and devices • Join online discussions with other Dell customers and Dell technical professionals • Explore a list of the drivers for • Top technical issues by product number • Customized... service tags • System configuration detail 18 About Yo ur Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com Re s o u r c e s a n d S u p p o r t To o l s (continued) Resources User's Guides Contents ...
...problem • Technical specifications • Device documentation (on your computer and devices • Join online discussions with other Dell customers and Dell technical professionals • Explore a list of the drivers for • Top technical issues by product number • Customized... service tags • System configuration detail 18 About Yo ur Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com Re s o u r c e s a n d S u p p o r t To o l s (continued) Resources User's Guides Contents ...
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Small Form-Factor Computer 12 3 4 5 1 USB connectors (2) 2 headphone connector 3 hard drive access lights 4 power button 5 power light A bout Yo ur Computer 19 Front Panel The following figures show the controls, lights, and features located on the front panel of the small form-factor, small desktop, and small mini-tower computers.
Small Form-Factor Computer 12 3 4 5 1 USB connectors (2) 2 headphone connector 3 hard drive access lights 4 power button 5 power light A bout Yo ur Computer 19 Front Panel The following figures show the controls, lights, and features located on the front panel of the small form-factor, small desktop, and small mini-tower computers.
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Small Mini-Tower Computer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 removable drive panel 2 floppy drive access light 3 removable drive panel 4 hard drive access light 5 power button 6 power light 7 front panel door A bout Yo ur Computer 21
Small Mini-Tower Computer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 removable drive panel 2 floppy drive access light 3 removable drive panel 4 hard drive access light 5 power button 6 power light 7 front panel door A bout Yo ur Computer 21