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...the Computer 10 Installing a Device in the Module Bay 11 Connecting External Devices 12 Installing a Hard Drive 15 Attaching the Optional Cable Cover 16 Inside Your Computer 16 Removing the Computer Cover 16 Inside View 17 Replacing the Computer Cover 18 Solving Problems 18... Dell Diagnostics 19 Power Supply Light 22 System Lights 22 Diagnostic Lights 23 Beep Codes 26 Running the Dell™ IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics 27 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 27 Using Microsoft...
...the Computer 10 Installing a Device in the Module Bay 11 Connecting External Devices 12 Installing a Hard Drive 15 Attaching the Optional Cable Cover 16 Inside Your Computer 16 Removing the Computer Cover 16 Inside View 17 Replacing the Computer Cover 18 Solving Problems 18... Dell Diagnostics 19 Power Supply Light 22 System Lights 22 Diagnostic Lights 23 Beep Codes 26 Running the Dell™ IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics 27 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 27 Using Microsoft...
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Back View cover release knob vents (do not block) diagnostic lights power connector Cable Cover and Power Adapter parallel link integrity light connector network adapter network activity light line-out connector line-in connector USB connectors (5) serial connector video connector Quick Reference Guide 9
Back View cover release knob vents (do not block) diagnostic lights power connector Cable Cover and Power Adapter parallel link integrity light connector network adapter network activity light line-out connector line-in connector USB connectors (5) serial connector video connector Quick Reference Guide 9
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...: Do not place your monitor on page 15). Use a monitor stand. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer NOTICE: When setting up your computer, secure all cables toward the back of your work area to prevent the cables from overheating and shutting down . 10 Quick Reference Guide NOTICE: To prevent the...
...: Do not place your monitor on page 15). Use a monitor stand. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer NOTICE: When setting up your computer, secure all cables toward the back of your work area to prevent the cables from overheating and shutting down . 10 Quick Reference Guide NOTICE: To prevent the...
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...dell.com | support.dell.com 1 device screw Connecting External Devices CAUTION: Before performing any of the screen. NOTICE: Do not connect a modem cable to the network adapter. 3 Connect the monitor. Tighten the thumbscrews on the back of your computer to connect the keyboard and mouse. 2 Connect the modem or network cable... figures that came with your computer. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable in to the network wall jack, and then in the Product Information Guide. Insert the network cable, not the phone line, into the network connector. You must complete...
...dell.com | support.dell.com 1 device screw Connecting External Devices CAUTION: Before performing any of the screen. NOTICE: Do not connect a modem cable to the network adapter. 3 Connect the monitor. Tighten the thumbscrews on the back of your computer to connect the keyboard and mouse. 2 Connect the modem or network cable... figures that came with your computer. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable in to the network wall jack, and then in the Product Information Guide. Insert the network cable, not the phone line, into the network connector. You must complete...
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network connector USB connector Quick Reference Guide 13 NOTE: Before you install any devices or software that did not ship with your computer, read the documentation that the software or device is compatible with your computer and operating system. 5 Connect power cables to the computer, monitor, and devices and insert the other ends of the power cables to electrical outlets. 6 Press the power buttons to verify that came with the software or device, or contact the vendor to turn on the computer and monitor. NOTE: Your computer may vary slightly from the following setup figures.
network connector USB connector Quick Reference Guide 13 NOTE: Before you install any devices or software that did not ship with your computer, read the documentation that the software or device is compatible with your computer and operating system. 5 Connect power cables to the computer, monitor, and devices and insert the other ends of the power cables to electrical outlets. 6 Press the power buttons to verify that came with the software or device, or contact the vendor to turn on the computer and monitor. NOTE: Your computer may vary slightly from the following setup figures.
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Connecting a VGA Monitor If you have a VGA-compatible monitor, use the adapter cable to connect the cable from your monitor to the white DVI display-connector on the computer back panel. 14 Quick Reference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting a DVI Monitor If you have a DVI-compatible monitor, plug the cable from your monitor in to the white DVI display-connector on the computer back panel.
Connecting a VGA Monitor If you have a VGA-compatible monitor, use the adapter cable to connect the cable from your monitor to the white DVI display-connector on the computer back panel. 14 Quick Reference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting a DVI Monitor If you have a DVI-compatible monitor, plug the cable from your monitor in to the white DVI display-connector on the computer back panel.
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...to be secure, verify that the latch engages completely. (An audible click will be heard or felt.) 2 Connect a power cable to the power adapter. 3 If your computer power-cable connector has a grounding wire, and you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the ... If you are installing a new drive, attach the drive rails-located inside the cover-to the new drive. 2 Attach the data and power cables to the hard drive connectors, being careful not to bend any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information...
...to be secure, verify that the latch engages completely. (An audible click will be heard or felt.) 2 Connect a power cable to the power adapter. 3 If your computer power-cable connector has a grounding wire, and you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the ... If you are installing a new drive, attach the drive rails-located inside the cover-to the new drive. 2 Attach the data and power cables to the hard drive connectors, being careful not to bend any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information...
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... the metal ground connector behind the grounding source, and then tighten the grounding source. 5 Connect the AC power cable to the computer back panel. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: If your power cord or adapter provides a green ground wire for connection to an electrical outlet, ... power leads because electrical shock, fire, or damage to your computer from the power adapter before removing the cover. 16 Quick Reference Guide cable cover (optional) 4 Install a security device in the Product Information Guide. metal ground connector 2 Hold the bottom of the procedures in ...
... the metal ground connector behind the grounding source, and then tighten the grounding source. 5 Connect the AC power cable to the computer back panel. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: If your power cord or adapter provides a green ground wire for connection to an electrical outlet, ... power leads because electrical shock, fire, or damage to your computer from the power adapter before removing the cover. 16 Quick Reference Guide cable cover (optional) 4 Install a security device in the Product Information Guide. metal ground connector 2 Hold the bottom of the procedures in ...
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Inside View processor heat-sink fan shroud chassis intrusion switch cover release knob speaker (optional) memory modules (2) security cable slot hard drive Quick Reference Guide 17 You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. 1 Remove the computer cover. b ...
Inside View processor heat-sink fan shroud chassis intrusion switch cover release knob speaker (optional) memory modules (2) security cable slot hard drive Quick Reference Guide 17 You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. 1 Remove the computer cover. b ...
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... the computer. If necessary, reseat the AC cable connection at least 10 seconds. The light on page 23 to the computer and the retention latch is not identified, contact Dell for at the power supply. Reseat the connection if necessary. Check the power button light and see if the be faulty. System...
... the computer. If necessary, reseat the AC cable connection at least 10 seconds. The light on page 23 to the computer and the retention latch is not identified, contact Dell for at the power supply. Reseat the connection if necessary. Check the power button light and see if the be faulty. System...
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...computer. For information on reinstalling the memory module, see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. the computer. 24 Quick Reference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern off off off off Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in a normal off Plug ...you have one module, and then restart the computer. A possible floppy or hard drive failure has Reseat all power and data cables and restart occurred. has occurred. the Run the BIOS Recovery utility, wait for recovery computer is in the recovery mode.
...computer. For information on reinstalling the memory module, see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. the computer. 24 Quick Reference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern off off off off Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in a normal off Plug ...you have one module, and then restart the computer. A possible floppy or hard drive failure has Reseat all power and data cables and restart occurred. has occurred. the Run the BIOS Recovery utility, wait for recovery computer is in the recovery mode.
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... of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. • Ensure that appears on your monitor screen. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. Quick Reference Guide 25 For information on reinstalling the memory module, see your online User...error exists. Suggested Resolution Reinstall all USB devices, check cable connections, and then restart the computer. For information on memory modules, see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. • Ensure that the cables are properly connected to boot. • If you have...
... of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. • Ensure that appears on your monitor screen. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. Quick Reference Guide 25 For information on reinstalling the memory module, see your online User...error exists. Suggested Resolution Reinstall all USB devices, check cable connections, and then restart the computer. For information on memory modules, see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. • Ensure that the cables are properly connected to boot. • If you have...