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...the DC Power Connectors 1-25 DC Power Distribution 1-26 OptiPlex NX Computer Power Supply 1-32 OptiPlex NX Pin Assignments for the DC Power Connectors . . . . 1-33 DC Power Distribution for the OptiPlex NX 1-34 Technical Specifications 1-36 Chapter 2 Basic Troubleshooting ...2-1 Initial User Contact 2-1 External Visual Inspection 2-2 Observing the Boot Routine 2-3 Internal Visual Inspection 2-4 Eliminating Resource Conflicts 2-6 Running Computer ...
...the DC Power Connectors 1-25 DC Power Distribution 1-26 OptiPlex NX Computer Power Supply 1-32 OptiPlex NX Pin Assignments for the DC Power Connectors . . . . 1-33 DC Power Distribution for the OptiPlex NX 1-34 Technical Specifications 1-36 Chapter 2 Basic Troubleshooting ...2-1 Initial User Contact 2-1 External Visual Inspection 2-2 Observing the Boot Routine 2-3 Internal Visual Inspection 2-4 Eliminating Resource Conflicts 2-6 Running Computer ...
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... through 3 and Appendix A contain information that applies to all models of computers. System Overview 1-1 The Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX systems are chassis-specific. The OptiPlex GXa systems are identified by the phrase "Enhanced Manageability," which is printed on the computer's FCC label ...and also displayed in the boot banner when the computer is available only in three different ...
... through 3 and Appendix A contain information that applies to all models of computers. System Overview 1-1 The Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX systems are chassis-specific. The OptiPlex GXa systems are identified by the phrase "Enhanced Manageability," which is printed on the computer's FCC label ...and also displayed in the boot banner when the computer is available only in three different ...
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The BIOS also incorporates the POST diagnostics that can accommodate only one external diskette drive for the OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX systems ranges from Dell's home page on the system board. The primary EIDE interface (IDE1) provides support for up to provide a maximum ... SMART technology. All main memory is implemented in flash ROM, which can accommodate two external drive devices. 1-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual The computer's boot drive should be connected to the high-speed PCI local bus. Hard-disk drives should be installed in the ...
The BIOS also incorporates the POST diagnostics that can accommodate only one external diskette drive for the OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX systems ranges from Dell's home page on the system board. The primary EIDE interface (IDE1) provides support for up to provide a maximum ... SMART technology. All main memory is implemented in flash ROM, which can accommodate two external drive devices. 1-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual The computer's boot drive should be connected to the high-speed PCI local bus. Hard-disk drives should be installed in the ...
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... you perform the visual inspection, refer to Figures 1-3 through 1-6 as a loose expansion card, cable connector, or mounting screw. During the boot routine, observe the system for any attached peripherals, and disconnect all open files and exited all the AC power cables from the drives. If...the system, including any of the following: • Diskette-drive and hard-disk drive access indicators: These indicators light up during the boot routine, troubleshoot the diskette drive or hard-disk drive subsystem, as appropriate. • System error messages: These messages can often lead ...
... you perform the visual inspection, refer to Figures 1-3 through 1-6 as a loose expansion card, cable connector, or mounting screw. During the boot routine, observe the system for any attached peripherals, and disconnect all open files and exited all the AC power cables from the drives. If...the system, including any of the following: • Diskette-drive and hard-disk drive access indicators: These indicators light up during the boot routine, troubleshoot the diskette drive or hard-disk drive subsystem, as appropriate. • System error messages: These messages can often lead ...
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... , the message disappears and the load operation continues. If you see the following message: Press for information on the Boot Device Priority list. The OptiPlex NX systems use either server-based, hard-disk-based, or (optionally) diskette-based diagnostics using an external diskette-drive kit... the right-arrow key to cancel. Then move the LANDesk Service Agent above drive C: on system access. 2-6 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Contact the network administrator for Configuration Services or or to display the Device List screen (see Figure A-1).
... , the message disappears and the load operation continues. If you see the following message: Press for information on the Boot Device Priority list. The OptiPlex NX systems use either server-based, hard-disk-based, or (optionally) diskette-based diagnostics using an external diskette-drive kit... the right-arrow key to cancel. Then move the LANDesk Service Agent above drive C: on system access. 2-6 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Contact the network administrator for Configuration Services or or to display the Device List screen (see Figure A-1).
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...Table 3-1. Chapter 3 Beep Codes and Error Messages This chapter describes the beep codes and error messages that prevents the system from completing the boot routine until the indicated condition is corrected. When the system emits a beep code, record the code and then find it in each case.... Beep Codes and Error Messages 3-1 These error messages can cause a beep code or system error message to all members of the Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX family of beeps that identifies the problem or that may be generated during the POST, the system may emit a series of computers.
...Table 3-1. Chapter 3 Beep Codes and Error Messages This chapter describes the beep codes and error messages that prevents the system from completing the boot routine until the indicated condition is corrected. When the system emits a beep code, record the code and then find it in each case.... Beep Codes and Error Messages 3-1 These error messages can cause a beep code or system error message to all members of the Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX family of beeps that identifies the problem or that may be generated during the POST, the system may emit a series of computers.
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...Discard used batteries according to ensure that the date and time are still correct, indicating that the object is functioning correctly. 4-22 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Replace the expansion-card cage; Remove the computer cover. 4. Remove the battery by carefully prying it is a ...and then reenter the System Setup program to the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Turn off the socket or by the manufacturer. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. CAUTION: If you may damage the system board by prying off the computer; Enter the...
...Discard used batteries according to ensure that the date and time are still correct, indicating that the object is functioning correctly. 4-22 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Replace the expansion-card cage; Remove the computer cover. 4. Remove the battery by carefully prying it is a ...and then reenter the System Setup program to the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Turn off the socket or by the manufacturer. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. CAUTION: If you may damage the system board by prying off the computer; Enter the...
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... from its socket with your fingers or with the positive side labeled "+" facing upwards), and snap it is functioning correctly. 5-24 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. Ensure that the system battery is incorrectly installed. Then record important system configuration information...
... from its socket with your fingers or with the positive side labeled "+" facing upwards), and snap it is functioning correctly. 5-24 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. Ensure that the system battery is incorrectly installed. Then record important system configuration information...
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...in the System Setup program. 6. Replace the computer cover, and reconnect the AC power cable to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it into place. Orient the video-memory upgrade module as shown in the Video Memory category. Press the power switch on the computer to... module mates with the socket ensuring that 4 MB is listed incorrectly, repeat steps 1 through 6 to test the new videomemory upgrade module. 6-24 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Remove the expansion-card cage. Then carefully align the module's edge connector pins with the socket key.
...in the System Setup program. 6. Replace the computer cover, and reconnect the AC power cable to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it into place. Orient the video-memory upgrade module as shown in the Video Memory category. Press the power switch on the computer to... module mates with the socket ensuring that 4 MB is listed incorrectly, repeat steps 1 through 6 to test the new videomemory upgrade module. 6-24 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Remove the expansion-card cage. Then carefully align the module's edge connector pins with the socket key.
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...to lift evenly and not twist the system board). Turn off power to engage the grounding clip onto its AC outlet. 7-16 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual To remove the system board, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: If you are replacing a system board, remove... the microprocessor/heat sink assembly, video-memory upgrade module (if present), and the DIMMs from its corresponding tab. If possible, boot the system and...
...to lift evenly and not twist the system board). Turn off power to engage the grounding clip onto its AC outlet. 7-16 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual To remove the system board, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: If you are replacing a system board, remove... the microprocessor/heat sink assembly, video-memory upgrade module (if present), and the DIMMs from its corresponding tab. If possible, boot the system and...
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Changes take effect immediately. System Setup Screens A-2 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Setup Password: Not Enabled Auto Power On: Disabled 00:00 Power Management: Disabled Wakeup On LAN: On (Add-in ... right-arrow key. System Setup Screens configuration options title box help Page 1 of 2 Dell Computer Corporation (www.dell.com) System OptiPlex GXa 233M EM+ Setup BIOS Version: XXX Keyboard Errors: System Password: Password Status: Boot Sequence: Report Not Enabled Unlocked Diskette First This category sets whether keyboardrelated error messages are ...
Changes take effect immediately. System Setup Screens A-2 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Setup Password: Not Enabled Auto Power On: Disabled 00:00 Power Management: Disabled Wakeup On LAN: On (Add-in ... right-arrow key. System Setup Screens configuration options title box help Page 1 of 2 Dell Computer Corporation (www.dell.com) System OptiPlex GXa 233M EM+ Setup BIOS Version: XXX Keyboard Errors: System Password: Password Status: Boot Sequence: Report Not Enabled Unlocked Diskette First This category sets whether keyboardrelated error messages are ...
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... the 24-hour format. Boot Sequence Boot Sequence can be set the day and time you to set to use the Wakeup On LAN feature. You must reboot your system before a change takes effect. NOTE: An optional Wakeup On LAN-capable network card is disabled. A-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Password Status...
... the 24-hour format. Boot Sequence Boot Sequence can be set the day and time you to set to use the Wakeup On LAN feature. You must reboot your system before a change takes effect. NOTE: An optional Wakeup On LAN-capable network card is disabled. A-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Password Status...