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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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...; GXa and Optiplex NX family of the OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX families; The OptiPlex NX computer is powered up. The OptiPlex GXa systems are chassis-specific. The Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX 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...
...; GXa and Optiplex NX family of the OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX families; The OptiPlex NX computer is powered up. The OptiPlex GXa systems are chassis-specific. The Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX 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...
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...capacity of the computer are equipped with SMART technology. The low-profile chassis can accommodate two external drive devices. 1-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual The computer's boot drive should be installed in the internal hard-disk drive positions described in "Hard-Disk Drive Service Information" found ... implemented in this chapter. The EIDE controller attaches to the high-speed PCI local bus. Main Memory Main memory for the OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX systems ranges from 16 to 128 MB, may be used for diskette drives, CD-ROM drives, and/or tape drives. ...
...capacity of the computer are equipped with SMART technology. The low-profile chassis can accommodate two external drive devices. 1-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual The computer's boot drive should be installed in the internal hard-disk drive positions described in "Hard-Disk Drive Service Information" found ... implemented in this chapter. The EIDE controller attaches to the high-speed PCI local bus. Main Memory Main memory for the OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX systems ranges from 16 to 128 MB, may be used for diskette drives, CD-ROM drives, and/or tape drives. ...
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...No. No. To perform the internal visual inspection, follow these indicators fails to or from their power sources. 2. During the boot routine, observe the system for any attached peripherals, and disconnect all open application programs if possible. Does the Diagnostics Menu appear...diskette drive, and reboot the system. Proceed to the next section, "Internal Visual Inspection." Remove the computer cover. 2-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Does the Diagnostics Menu appear? 4. See "Running the System Diagnostics" found later in this section, ensure...
...No. No. To perform the internal visual inspection, follow these indicators fails to or from their power sources. 2. During the boot routine, observe the system for any attached peripherals, and disconnect all open application programs if possible. Does the Diagnostics Menu appear...diskette drive, and reboot the system. Proceed to the next section, "Internal Visual Inspection." Remove the computer cover. 2-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Does the Diagnostics Menu appear? 4. See "Running the System Diagnostics" found later in this section, ensure...
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.... If you suspect that the same resource is already on system access. 2-6 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Running Computer Diagnostics The OptiPlex GXa systems use either diskette-based or server-based (EM systems only) diagnostics. Turn on the Boot Device Priority list. If necessary, enter the System Setup program and set the...
.... If you suspect that the same resource is already on system access. 2-6 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Running Computer Diagnostics The OptiPlex GXa systems use either diskette-based or server-based (EM systems only) diagnostics. Turn on the Boot Device Priority list. If necessary, enter the System Setup program and set the...
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Chapter 3 Beep Codes and Error Messages This chapter describes the beep codes and error messages that are common to all members of the Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX family of the problem, run the appropriate tests to help you should use the computer diagnostics to run the appropriate tests in the computer diagnostics ... can help isolate the source of the fault in the case of beeps that identifies the problem or that prevents the system from completing the boot routine until the indicated condition is corrected. Beep Codes and Error Messages 3-1
Chapter 3 Beep Codes and Error Messages This chapter describes the beep codes and error messages that are common to all members of the Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX family of the problem, run the appropriate tests to help you should use the computer diagnostics to run the appropriate tests in the computer diagnostics ... can help isolate the source of the fault in the case of beeps that identifies the problem or that prevents the system from completing the boot routine until the indicated condition is corrected. Beep Codes and Error Messages 3-1
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...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 WARNING: There is incorrectly installed. CAUTION: If you replace the system battery, orient the new battery with...danger of the system board adjacent to touch the system board with a blunt, nonconducting object, such as a plastic screwdriver. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. When you pry out the battery with a blunt object, be careful not to the ...
...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 WARNING: There is incorrectly installed. CAUTION: If you replace the system battery, orient the new battery with...danger of the system board adjacent to touch the system board with a blunt, nonconducting object, such as a plastic screwdriver. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. When you pry out the battery with a blunt object, be careful not to the ...
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..."+" facing up (see Figure 5-23). WARNING: There is a danger of the system board adjacent to pry out the battery. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. When you pry out the battery with a blunt object, be careful not to the manufacturer's instructions...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 Replace the battery only with the object. To remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. Ensure that ...
..."+" facing up (see Figure 5-23). WARNING: There is a danger of the system board adjacent to pry out the battery. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. When you pry out the battery with a blunt object, be careful not to the manufacturer's instructions...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 Replace the battery only with the object. To remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. Ensure that ...
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...that the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Press the power switch on the computer to test the new videomemory upgrade module. 6-24 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to reboot the system. NOTE: If you do not hear a...module and repeat steps 2 and 3. 4. Orient the video-memory upgrade module as shown in the System Setup program. 6. NOTE: As the system boots, it into place. Installing a Video-Memory Upgrade Module 3. Remove the expansion-card cage. Replace the expansion-card cage. 5. Enter the System Setup...
...that the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Press the power switch on the computer to test the new videomemory upgrade module. 6-24 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to reboot the system. NOTE: If you do not hear a...module and repeat steps 2 and 3. 4. Orient the video-memory upgrade module as shown in the System Setup program. 6. NOTE: As the system boots, it into place. Installing a Video-Memory Upgrade Module 3. Remove the expansion-card cage. Replace the expansion-card cage. 5. Enter the System Setup...
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...board, before you slide it in position, push down near each slot to the bottom of the chassis until it stops. 6. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. Remove the screw that the replacement system board is equipped with a NIC connector. System Battery ...original system board has a NIC connector, ensure that secures the system board to engage the grounding clip onto its AC outlet. 7-16 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Carefully lift the system board out of the system board as you slide the system ...
...board, before you slide it in position, push down near each slot to the bottom of the chassis until it stops. 6. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup program. Remove the screw that the replacement system board is equipped with a NIC connector. System Battery ...original system board has a NIC connector, ensure that secures the system board to engage the grounding clip onto its AC outlet. 7-16 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Carefully lift the system board out of the system board as you slide the system ...
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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 ...sets the time in 24-hour format (hours:minutes: seconds) for the internal clock/ calendar. System Setup Screens A-2 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Changes take effect immediately. Setup Password: Not Enabled Auto Power On: Disabled 00:00 Power Management: ...
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 ...sets the time in 24-hour format (hours:minutes: seconds) for the internal clock/ calendar. System Setup Screens A-2 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual Changes take effect immediately. Setup Password: Not Enabled Auto Power On: Disabled 00:00 Power Management: ...
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... Power On Allows you want the system to use the Wakeup On LAN feature. A-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual System Setup Categories (continued) Category Function Keyboard Errors Enables or disables reporting of damaging the monitor. Boot Sequence Boot Sequence can be set the day and time you to set to Locked or...
... Power On Allows you want the system to use the Wakeup On LAN feature. A-4 Dell OptiPlex GXa and OptiPlex NX Systems Service Manual System Setup Categories (continued) Category Function Keyboard Errors Enables or disables reporting of damaging the monitor. Boot Sequence Boot Sequence can be set the day and time you to set to Locked or...