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...operating system. • Documentation included with any options you are using Windows XP - System Information Guide 5 To access the User's Guide, follow the instructions for your computer. If you to view system and peripheral documentation. It also provides information about your Dell Precision... computer, a detailed list of computer features, instructions for removing and installing parts, information on using the Dell Precision ResourceCD that supersedes information in other computer documentation is installed on your hard drive and includes descriptions of available...
...operating system. • Documentation included with any options you are using Windows XP - System Information Guide 5 To access the User's Guide, follow the instructions for your computer. If you to view system and peripheral documentation. It also provides information about your Dell Precision... computer, a detailed list of computer features, instructions for removing and installing parts, information on using the Dell Precision ResourceCD that supersedes information in other computer documentation is installed on your hard drive and includes descriptions of available...
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A fixed-voltage power supply - www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer As you use your computer, observe ...on the outside of the following safe-handling guidelines. NOTICE: The voltage selection switch must be set to operate at only one voltage (see the regulatory label on ) removed. • Your computer is equipped with ... AC power. 8 System Information Guide Computers with a manual voltage selection switch, set the switch for its operating voltage). - To help prevent electric shock or system board damage. Also, ensure that most closely matches the...
A fixed-voltage power supply - www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer As you use your computer, observe ...on the outside of the following safe-handling guidelines. NOTICE: The voltage selection switch must be set to operate at only one voltage (see the regulatory label on ) removed. • Your computer is equipped with ... AC power. 8 System Information Guide Computers with a manual voltage selection switch, set the switch for its operating voltage). - To help prevent electric shock or system board damage. Also, ensure that most closely matches the...
System Information Guide
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... computer and any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that might harm internal components. 4 Disconnect your online Dell™ documentation or in the sequence indicated. While you by touching an unpainted metal surface on the chassis, such as explained in...from the computer. CAUTION: Do not attempt to the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 1 Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu. 2 Turn off your computer. if you pull connectors apart, keep ...
... computer and any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that might harm internal components. 4 Disconnect your online Dell™ documentation or in the sequence indicated. While you by touching an unpainted metal surface on the chassis, such as explained in...from the computer. CAUTION: Do not attempt to the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 1 Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu. 2 Turn off your computer. if you pull connectors apart, keep ...
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only) limited warranty. This limited warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to perform preventive maintenance - OUR LIABILITY WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE ... materials and workmanship in accordance with either a 90-day, one-year, two-year, three-year, or four-year (U.S. Servicing not authorized by this limited warranty? DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCITONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. WE DO NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY...
only) limited warranty. This limited warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to perform preventive maintenance - OUR LIABILITY WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE ... materials and workmanship in accordance with either a 90-day, one-year, two-year, three-year, or four-year (U.S. Servicing not authorized by this limited warranty? DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCITONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. WE DO NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY...
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... CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, WHETHER PREEXISTING, PRESENT, OR FUTURE, AND INCLUDING STATUTORY, COMMON LAW, INTENTIONAL TORT, AND EQUITABLE CLAIMS) AGAINST DELL arising from or relating to this limited warranty, its interpretation, or the breach, termination, or validity thereof, the relationships which result from this...http://www.arb-forum.com/ or via telephone at P.O. To return applications software or an operating system that you do if I transfer the limited warranty? www.dell.com | support.dell.com What do I do not have found that you are not available for most expeditious ...
... CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, WHETHER PREEXISTING, PRESENT, OR FUTURE, AND INCLUDING STATUTORY, COMMON LAW, INTENTIONAL TORT, AND EQUITABLE CLAIMS) AGAINST DELL arising from or relating to this limited warranty, its interpretation, or the breach, termination, or validity thereof, the relationships which result from this...http://www.arb-forum.com/ or via telephone at P.O. To return applications software or an operating system that you do if I transfer the limited warranty? www.dell.com | support.dell.com What do I do not have found that you are not available for most expeditious ...
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... on using system setup, diagnostic and troubleshooting information, and technical specifications. Clicking the icon launches your Dell Precision™ Workstation. System Information Guide 5 Your Dell Precision Workstation User's Guide Your User's Guide is also located on your operating system. Dell Documentation This document contains safety, regulatory, and warranty information about the additional documentation for your desktop...
... on using system setup, diagnostic and troubleshooting information, and technical specifications. Clicking the icon launches your Dell Precision™ Workstation. System Information Guide 5 Your Dell Precision Workstation User's Guide Your User's Guide is also located on your operating system. Dell Documentation This document contains safety, regulatory, and warranty information about the additional documentation for your desktop...
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...An auto-sensing voltage circuit - A manual voltage selection switch - www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer As you use your location. • Before working inside the computer, unplug the computer to operate at only one of the computer for the voltage that your location.... Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your monitor and attached devices are electrically rated to operate with any time the computer is connected to the 115-V position even though the AC power available in your computer, observe the ...
...An auto-sensing voltage circuit - A manual voltage selection switch - www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer As you use your location. • Before working inside the computer, unplug the computer to operate at only one of the computer for the voltage that your location.... Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your monitor and attached devices are electrically rated to operate with any time the computer is connected to the 115-V position even though the AC power available in your computer, observe the ...
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... before disconnecting the cable. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 1 Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu. 2 Turn off the computer before removing a component from the system board or disconnecting a device from the computer. Some...on the locking tabs before touching anything inside your computer and any devices connected to the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. Always follow installation and service instructions closely. As you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in instructions ...
... before disconnecting the cable. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 1 Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu. 2 Turn off the computer before removing a component from the system board or disconnecting a device from the computer. Some...on the locking tabs before touching anything inside your computer and any devices connected to the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. Always follow installation and service instructions closely. As you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in instructions ...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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Operating System CD and Installation Guide After you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to reinstall my operating system The labels are located on your computer. 6 Setup and Quick Reference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • Express Service Code and Service Tag • Microsoft® Windows® License Label Find it Here Express Service Code and Product Key • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer.
Operating System CD and Installation Guide After you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to reinstall my operating system The labels are located on your computer. 6 Setup and Quick Reference Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • Express Service Code and Service Tag • Microsoft® Windows® License Label Find it Here Express Service Code and Product Key • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer.
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...• Online discussions with other users and technical support • Documentation for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - support.dell.com • Answers to troubleshoot and solve problems Find it Here User's Guide Icon (Microsoft Windows 2000) Double-click the User's ...; How to remove and replace parts • Technical specifications • How to configure system settings • How to technical service and support The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: questions • Knowledge Base -
...• Online discussions with other users and technical support • Documentation for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - support.dell.com • Answers to troubleshoot and solve problems Find it Here User's Guide Icon (Microsoft Windows 2000) Double-click the User's ...; How to remove and replace parts • Technical specifications • How to configure system settings • How to technical service and support The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: questions • Knowledge Base -
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... and reinstalling drivers • Information on how to verify that came with your computer and operating system. Your Dell Precision Workstation 650 User's Guide contains additional information about your computer such as: • Technical specifications • Front and ...Information on software features, such as LegacySelect Technology control, using a password, and system setup options • A description of the Windows XP operating system • Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, the VRM, and the battery • ...
... and reinstalling drivers • Information on how to verify that came with your computer and operating system. Your Dell Precision Workstation 650 User's Guide contains additional information about your computer such as: • Technical specifications • Front and ...Information on software features, such as LegacySelect Technology control, using a password, and system setup options • A description of the Windows XP operating system • Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, the VRM, and the battery • ...
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...inform you for information specific to the prompts offered by the installation program. 3 Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 4 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, and Topic. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 17 If you have Windows XP, click the Start button...continue and then respond to your computer. 3 At the Dell Support website home page, click Reference, click User's Guides, click Systems, and then select your hard drive: If you have Windows 2000, double-click the User's Guides icon. To access the User's Guide from your Dell Precision computer.
...inform you for information specific to the prompts offered by the installation program. 3 Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 4 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, and Topic. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 17 If you have Windows XP, click the Start button...continue and then respond to your computer. 3 At the Dell Support website home page, click Reference, click User's Guides, click Systems, and then select your hard drive: If you have Windows 2000, double-click the User's Guides icon. To access the User's Guide from your Dell Precision computer.
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...did not come with your computer, read the documentation that the software or device is compatible with your computer and operating system. Your Dell Precision Workstation 450 User's Guide contains additional information about your computer such as: • Technical specifications • Front ...on software features, such as LegacySelect Technology control, using a password, and system setup options • A description of the Windows XP operating system • Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, the VRM, and the battery •...
...did not come with your computer, read the documentation that the software or device is compatible with your computer and operating system. Your Dell Precision Workstation 450 User's Guide contains additional information about your computer such as: • Technical specifications • Front ...on software features, such as LegacySelect Technology control, using a password, and system setup options • A description of the Windows XP operating system • Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, the VRM, and the battery •...
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...are using virus software. • Manage hard drive space by the installation program. 3 Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 4 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, and Topic. To access the User's Guide from the CD: 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into... the drive. • Back up files on a regular basis. • Periodically clean your monitor screen, mouse, and keyboard (see your Dell Precision computer. If you have Windows 2000, double-click the User's Guides icon. Caring for Your Computer To help maintain your computer, follow these ...
...are using virus software. • Manage hard drive space by the installation program. 3 Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 4 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, and Topic. To access the User's Guide from the CD: 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into... the drive. • Back up files on a regular basis. • Periodically clean your monitor screen, mouse, and keyboard (see your Dell Precision computer. If you have Windows 2000, double-click the User's Guides icon. Caring for Your Computer To help maintain your computer, follow these ...
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...by a yellow exclamation point (!) beside the conflicting device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5 Double-click any conflict to support.dell.com (on a computer running Windows XP: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. 3 ...device's IRQ. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Windows XP Windows XP IRQ conflicts occur if a device either is not detected during the operating system setup or is properly connected. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. Setup ...
...by a yellow exclamation point (!) beside the conflicting device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5 Double-click any conflict to support.dell.com (on a computer running Windows XP: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. 3 ...device's IRQ. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Windows XP Windows XP IRQ conflicts occur if a device either is not detected during the operating system setup or is properly connected. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. Setup ...
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...8594; Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that allows you want to restore your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to see and select restore points. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that Restore... Next. 3 Click a calendar date to which you to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 29 Using System Restore in bold. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and...
...8594; Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that allows you want to restore your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to see and select restore points. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that Restore... Next. 3 Click a calendar date to which you to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 29 Using System Restore in bold. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and...
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To change the restore point, you do contact Dell, the test results can either repeat the steps using the operating system installation guide and operating system CD. If you can provide important information for technical assistance. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Select a restore point and click ... Using Last Known Good Configuration 1 Restart your computer and press when the message Please select the operating system to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for Dell's service and support personnel. 30 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide Other Options to delete the ...
To change the restore point, you do contact Dell, the test results can either repeat the steps using the operating system installation guide and operating system CD. If you can provide important information for technical assistance. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Select a restore point and click ... Using Last Known Good Configuration 1 Restart your computer and press when the message Please select the operating system to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for Dell's service and support personnel. 30 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide Other Options to delete the ...
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...specific problem is identified. Check the diagnostic lights to wake the computer. A power supply or system board failure has occurred. No corrective action is operating normally. Press the power button, move the mouse, or press a key on , and the computer is required. See "Power Management" in ...in the suspended state (Windows 2000 and Windows XP). Also, check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is identified. If the Dell Diagnostics is in the User's Guide. See "Beep Codes" on the system board may be faulty or incorrectly installed. The computer is running...
...specific problem is identified. Check the diagnostic lights to wake the computer. A power supply or system board failure has occurred. No corrective action is operating normally. Press the power button, move the mouse, or press a key on , and the computer is required. See "Power Management" in ...in the suspended state (Windows 2000 and Windows XP). Also, check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is identified. If the Dell Diagnostics is in the User's Guide. See "Beep Codes" on the system board may be faulty or incorrectly installed. The computer is running...
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... it down and look it up , a message may be displayed on the monitor identifying the problem. If a beep code is not identified, contact Dell for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. See "Error Messages" in the User's Guide. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 35...
... it down and look it up , a message may be displayed on the monitor identifying the problem. If a beep code is not identified, contact Dell for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. See "Error Messages" in the User's Guide. Setup and Quick Reference Guide 35...
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...mode until a memory error occurs during start-up or diagnostic testing. NOTE: If necessary, the computer can operate in memory module connector 4. 4 Restart the computer. Operating in the Dell Diagnostics. 7 If the memory module passes, shut down the computer, remove the memory module, and repeat... the process with the remaining modules to ensure that your computer is identified, contact Dell for Normal Operation. 5 Press to boot to ensure that the remaining modules are installed. 38 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide The following ...
...mode until a memory error occurs during start-up or diagnostic testing. NOTE: If necessary, the computer can operate in memory module connector 4. 4 Restart the computer. Operating in the Dell Diagnostics. 7 If the memory module passes, shut down the computer, remove the memory module, and repeat... the process with the remaining modules to ensure that your computer is identified, contact Dell for Normal Operation. 5 Press to boot to ensure that the remaining modules are installed. 38 Setup and Quick Re ference Guide The following ...