System Information Guide
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...: Your User's Guide and other documents. Your Dell Precision Workstation User's Guide Your User's Guide is also located on using system setup, diagnostic and troubleshooting information, and technical specifications. If you purchased separately for your computer. • Dell documentation updates, which provides instructions for setting up your computer, a detailed list of computer features, instructions for your computer, instructions on using the Dell Precision ResourceCD that supersedes information in other computer documentation is installed on your hard drive and...
...: Your User's Guide and other documents. Your Dell Precision Workstation User's Guide Your User's Guide is also located on using system setup, diagnostic and troubleshooting information, and technical specifications. If you purchased separately for your computer. • Dell documentation updates, which provides instructions for setting up your computer, a detailed list of computer features, instructions for your computer, instructions on using the Dell Precision ResourceCD that supersedes information in other computer documentation is installed on your hard drive and...
System Information Guide
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... panel must be manually set the switch for its operating voltage). - An auto-sensing voltage circuit - Computers with a voltage selection switch on the outside of the following safe-handling guidelines. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer As you use your computer with any time the computer is connected to AC power. 8 System Information Guide NOTICE: The voltage selection switch must be set...
... panel must be manually set the switch for its operating voltage). - An auto-sensing voltage circuit - Computers with a voltage selection switch on the outside of the following safe-handling guidelines. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer As you use your computer with any time the computer is connected to AC power. 8 System Information Guide NOTICE: The voltage selection switch must be set...
System Information Guide
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... JURISDICTION). This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in your computer. This limited warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to perform preventive maintenance - External causes such as accident, abuse, misuse, or problems with electrical power - DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCITONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT...
... JURISDICTION). This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in your computer. This limited warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to perform preventive maintenance - External causes such as accident, abuse, misuse, or problems with electrical power - DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCITONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT...
System Information Guide
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... Dell's standard price list are not covered. System Infor mation Guide 17 All other locations will repair or replace products covered under this limited warranty; accessories or parts added to a Dell system after the system is covered under this limited warranty does not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure...
... Dell's standard price list are not covered. System Infor mation Guide 17 All other locations will repair or replace products covered under this limited warranty; accessories or parts added to a Dell system after the system is covered under this limited warranty does not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure...
System Information Guide
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... or parts added to be covered by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure to new in accordance with Dell's Exchange Policy in effect on Dell's standard price list are not installed in materials and workmanship. DELL DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. external devices...
... or parts added to be covered by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure to new in accordance with Dell's Exchange Policy in effect on Dell's standard price list are not installed in materials and workmanship. DELL DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. external devices...
System Information Guide
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... the invoice date, Dell will repair or replace products covered under this limited warranty when a part requires replacement. To request warranty service, you use an address in returning the replaced part to Dell. Dell owns all parts removed from repaired products. Dell uses new and reconditioned parts made freight collect. You must contact Dell's Customer Technical Support within the warranty period. Dell will ship the repaired or replacement products to Dell's Customer Technical Support in their original or...
... the invoice date, Dell will repair or replace products covered under this limited warranty when a part requires replacement. To request warranty service, you use an address in returning the replaced part to Dell. Dell owns all parts removed from repaired products. Dell uses new and reconditioned parts made freight collect. You must contact Dell's Customer Technical Support within the warranty period. Dell will ship the repaired or replacement products to Dell's Customer Technical Support in their original or...
System Information Guide
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... with electrical power, servicing not authorized by use an address in the following categories: software; accessories or parts added to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by Dell, usage not in the Dell factory; If warranty service is three years beginning on Dell's standard price list are not installed in accordance with industry-standard practices. If Dell repairs or replaces a product, its hardware products from Dell; www.dell.com | support.dell.com...
... with electrical power, servicing not authorized by use an address in the following categories: software; accessories or parts added to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by Dell, usage not in the Dell factory; If warranty service is three years beginning on Dell's standard price list are not installed in accordance with industry-standard practices. If Dell repairs or replaces a product, its hardware products from Dell; www.dell.com | support.dell.com...
System Information Guide
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... you use your location. • Before working inside the computer, unplug the computer to help avoid damaging a computer with a manual voltage selection switch, set to the 115-V position even though the AC power available in Japan is 100 V. A manual voltage selection switch - Computers with an auto-sensing voltage circuit do not have a voltage selection switch on ) removed. • Your computer is connected to operate...
... you use your location. • Before working inside the computer, unplug the computer to help avoid damaging a computer with a manual voltage selection switch, set to the 115-V position even though the AC power available in Japan is 100 V. A manual voltage selection switch - Computers with an auto-sensing voltage circuit do not have a voltage selection switch on ) removed. • Your computer is connected to operate...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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Contents Finding Information for Your Computer 5 Setting Up Your Computer 8 Monitor Connections 14 Completed Setup 16 Opening the Computer Cover 17 Inside Your Computer 19 Solving Problems 21 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 21 Using System Restore in Windows XP 23 Using the Last Known Good Configuration in Windows 2000 . . 24 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 24 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 25 Beep Codes 27 Error Messages 28 System Lights 28 Diagnostic Lights 30 Frequently Asked Questions 33 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information for Your Computer 5 Setting Up Your Computer 8 Monitor Connections 14 Completed Setup 16 Opening the Computer Cover 17 Inside Your Computer 19 Solving Problems 21 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 21 Using System Restore in Windows XP 23 Using the Last Known Good Configuration in Windows 2000 . . 24 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 24 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 25 Beep Codes 27 Error Messages 28 System Lights 28 Diagnostic Lights 30 Frequently Asked Questions 33 Contents 3
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... connect a modem cable to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse simultaneously. 2 Connect the modem or network cable. A second monitor is optional and requires a multimonitor graphics adapter card. To enable dual-monitor support, both monitors must complete all steps to properly set up your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before performing any of the power cables to electrical outlets. 8 Setup and Quick Reference Guide See the appropriate figures that you have DVI connectors, Dell...
... connect a modem cable to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse simultaneously. 2 Connect the modem or network cable. A second monitor is optional and requires a multimonitor graphics adapter card. To enable dual-monitor support, both monitors must complete all steps to properly set up your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before performing any of the power cables to electrical outlets. 8 Setup and Quick Reference Guide See the appropriate figures that you have DVI connectors, Dell...
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..., the voltage selection switch must be set to verify that the software or device is 100 V. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 9 Your computer is set the switch for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in your location. Computers with a fixed-voltage power supply do not have a voltage selection switch on the back panel and operate at the correct operating voltage. 6 Verify that...
..., the voltage selection switch must be set to verify that the software or device is 100 V. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 9 Your computer is set the switch for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in your location. Computers with a fixed-voltage power supply do not have a voltage selection switch on the back panel and operate at the correct operating voltage. 6 Verify that...
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... Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically takes 10 to run . You can customize the tests you want to select a test based on the screen. If you to answer questions periodically. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Run Express Test first to start the Dell Diagnostics. 8 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears. 6 Type 1 to start the ResourceCD menu. 7 Type 2 to...
... Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically takes 10 to run . You can customize the tests you want to select a test based on the screen. If you to answer questions periodically. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Run Express Test first to start the Dell Diagnostics. 8 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears. 6 Type 1 to start the ResourceCD menu. 7 Type 2 to...
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... during start-up, a message may be displayed on the monitor identifying the problem. The computer is in your User's Guide. 28 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide Press the power button, move the mouse, or press a key on the keyboard to see if the specific problem is required. The Dell Diagnostics is running a test, or a device on the system board may be faulty or incorrectly installed. Check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem...
... during start-up, a message may be displayed on the monitor identifying the problem. The computer is in your User's Guide. 28 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide Press the power button, move the mouse, or press a key on the keyboard to see if the specific problem is required. The Dell Diagnostics is running a test, or a device on the system board may be faulty or incorrectly installed. Check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem...
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... starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for resource conflicts (see "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" in pairs (1 and 2 and 3 and 4). 2 Restart the computer. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not the video card) and then restarting the computer. 2 If the problem persists, reinstall the card that all the connector tabs are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Diagnostic Lights...
... starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed from the computer for resource conflicts (see "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" in pairs (1 and 2 and 3 and 4). 2 Restart the computer. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not the video card) and then restarting the computer. 2 If the problem persists, reinstall the card that all the connector tabs are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Diagnostic Lights...
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...; Service Manual To locate these documents, see "Finding Information for instructions on connecting two display monitors to fit the connector on the back). If you need to use one of the following documentation is available on page 5. Where to the Dell Support website and use two monitors? Locate information about your User's Guide. Your User's Guide has a specifications table that came with other technical specifications for more detailed information about the hardware and...
...; Service Manual To locate these documents, see "Finding Information for instructions on connecting two display monitors to fit the connector on the back). If you need to use one of the following documentation is available on page 5. Where to the Dell Support website and use two monitors? Locate information about your User's Guide. Your User's Guide has a specifications table that came with other technical specifications for more detailed information about the hardware and...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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Contents Finding Information for Your Computer 5 Setting Up Your Computer 8 Monitor Connections 14 Completed Setup 16 Opening the Computer Cover 17 Inside Your Computer 19 Solving Problems 20 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 20 Using System Restore in Windows XP 22 Using the Last Known Good Configuration in Windows 2000 . . . . 23 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 23 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 24 Beep Codes 26 Error Messages 26 System Lights 27 Diagnostic Lights 28 Frequently Asked Questions 31 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information for Your Computer 5 Setting Up Your Computer 8 Monitor Connections 14 Completed Setup 16 Opening the Computer Cover 17 Inside Your Computer 19 Solving Problems 20 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 20 Using System Restore in Windows XP 22 Using the Last Known Good Configuration in Windows 2000 . . . . 23 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 23 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 24 Beep Codes 26 Error Messages 26 System Lights 27 Diagnostic Lights 28 Frequently Asked Questions 31 Contents 3
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... Dell System Information Guide • How to remove and replace parts • Technical specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems • Express Service Code and Service Tag • Windows License Label • Latest drivers for my computer • Answers to technical service and support questions • Online discussions with other users and technical support • Documentation for my computer including the Service Manual • Service call status and support...
... Dell System Information Guide • How to remove and replace parts • Technical specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems • Express Service Code and Service Tag • Windows License Label • Latest drivers for my computer • Answers to technical service and support questions • Online discussions with other users and technical support • Documentation for my computer including the Service Manual • Service call status and support...
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... an optional modem, connect the phone line to properly set correctly for its operating voltage). 8 Setup and Quick Reference Guide NOTICE: Do not connect a modem cable to avoid bending connector pins. A second monitor is equipped with a fixed-voltage power supply do not have DVI connectors, Dell recommends that follow the safety instructions in this section, follow the instructions. 1 Connect the keyboard and mouse. Align and gently insert the monitor cable to the network adapter...
... an optional modem, connect the phone line to properly set correctly for its operating voltage). 8 Setup and Quick Reference Guide NOTICE: Do not connect a modem cable to avoid bending connector pins. A second monitor is equipped with a fixed-voltage power supply do not have DVI connectors, Dell recommends that follow the safety instructions in this section, follow the instructions. 1 Connect the keyboard and mouse. Align and gently insert the monitor cable to the network adapter...
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... encountered a memory problem. If an error occurs during start-up under "Beep Codes" in the left pane of all devices from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 Close the test screen to return to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are completed, if you are running the test. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the...
... encountered a memory problem. If an error occurs during start-up under "Beep Codes" in the left pane of all devices from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 Close the test screen to return to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are completed, if you are running the test. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the...
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... information. Connect my speakers? If your graphics card has a DVI connector but your computer and the hardware. Your User's Guide has a specifications table that came with other technical specifications for my USB devices? Where to use an adapter. Locate information about your monitor has a VGA connector, you have a sound card installed, connect the speakers to fit the connector on page 5. To locate your User's Guide, see "Finding Information for instructions on the latest technology or communicate with your User's Guide. Setup and...
... information. Connect my speakers? If your graphics card has a DVI connector but your computer and the hardware. Your User's Guide has a specifications table that came with other technical specifications for my USB devices? Where to use an adapter. Locate information about your monitor has a VGA connector, you have a sound card installed, connect the speakers to fit the connector on page 5. To locate your User's Guide, see "Finding Information for instructions on the latest technology or communicate with your User's Guide. Setup and...