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Vostro 420 Back View 1 2 7 6 5 3 4 1 power cord connector 3 security cable/padlock rings 5 back-panel connectors 7 voltage selector switch 2 power-supply vent 4 expansion card slots 6 power-supply light 22 About Your Computer
Vostro 420 Back View 1 2 7 6 5 3 4 1 power cord connector 3 security cable/padlock rings 5 back-panel connectors 7 voltage selector switch 2 power-supply vent 4 expansion card slots 6 power-supply light 22 About Your Computer
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Vostro 220 Back View 1 2 7 6 5 3 4 1 power cord connector 3 security cable/padlock rings 5 back-panel connectors 7 voltage selector switch 2 power-supply vent 4 expansion card slots 6 power-supply light About Your Computer 25
Vostro 220 Back View 1 2 7 6 5 3 4 1 power cord connector 3 security cable/padlock rings 5 back-panel connectors 7 voltage selector switch 2 power-supply vent 4 expansion card slots 6 power-supply light About Your Computer 25
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Vostro 220s Back View 1 7 6 2 5 3 4 1 security cable/padlock rings 3 power connector 5 power supply light 7 back-panel connectors 2 voltage selector switch 4 power supply vents 6 expansion card slots 28 About Your Computer
Vostro 220s Back View 1 7 6 2 5 3 4 1 security cable/padlock rings 3 power connector 5 power supply light 7 back-panel connectors 2 voltage selector switch 4 power supply vents 6 expansion card slots 28 About Your Computer
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...). Memory (continued) Minimum memory 512 MB Maximum memory 4 GB NOTE: Due to the unique architecture of the Intel Core2 Quad processor, your system board and power supply must be included when upgrading processors. Video Type: Integrated Intel GMA X4500HD Discrete supports dual independent displays NOTE: Support for discrete graphics option via PCIe...
...). Memory (continued) Minimum memory 512 MB Maximum memory 4 GB NOTE: Due to the unique architecture of the Intel Core2 Quad processor, your system board and power supply must be included when upgrading processors. Video Type: Integrated Intel GMA X4500HD Discrete supports dual independent displays NOTE: Support for discrete graphics option via PCIe...
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... A blinking blue light indicates the computer is reading data from or writing data to the network. Blinking amber indicates a power problem sensed by the power supply unit. Blinking blue in hibernate, soft-off, or mechanicaloff Drive activity light blue light - The computer is in sleep state... hard drive or CD/DVD. Connectors (continued) Front panel audio HDA header Processor Memory Power 12V Power one 10-pin connector one 775-pin connector Vostro 420: four 240-pin connectors Vostro 220/220s: two 240-pin connectors one 4-pin connector one 24-pin connector Controls and...
... A blinking blue light indicates the computer is reading data from or writing data to the network. Blinking amber indicates a power problem sensed by the power supply unit. Blinking blue in hibernate, soft-off, or mechanicaloff Drive activity light blue light - The computer is in sleep state... hard drive or CD/DVD. Connectors (continued) Front panel audio HDA header Processor Memory Power 12V Power one 10-pin connector one 775-pin connector Vostro 420: four 240-pin connectors Vostro 220/220s: two 240-pin connectors one 4-pin connector one 24-pin connector Controls and...
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... shipped with your computer for 250 W power supply, 853 BTU/hr NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by using the power supply wattage rating. Power DC power supply: Wattage Vostro 420: 350 W Vostro 220: 300 W Vostro 220s: 250 W Maximum heat dissipation for 350 W power supply, 1194 BTU/hr (MHD) for 300 W power supply, 1023 BTU/hr for important voltage setting information) Vostro 420: 115/230 VAC, 50/60...
... shipped with your computer for 250 W power supply, 853 BTU/hr NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by using the power supply wattage rating. Power DC power supply: Wattage Vostro 420: 350 W Vostro 220: 300 W Vostro 220s: 250 W Maximum heat dissipation for 350 W power supply, 1194 BTU/hr (MHD) for 300 W power supply, 1023 BTU/hr for important voltage setting information) Vostro 420: 115/230 VAC, 50/60...
Service Manual
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... potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell Inc. Dell™ Vostro™ 420/220/220s Service Manual Troubleshooting Working on Your Computer Computer Cover Bezel Chassis Support Bracket PCI and PCI Express Cards Drives I/O Panel Fan Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly Memory Module(s) Power Supply Coin-Cell Battery System Board Processor System Setup Program...
... potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell Inc. Dell™ Vostro™ 420/220/220s Service Manual Troubleshooting Working on Your Computer Computer Cover Bezel Chassis Support Bracket PCI and PCI Express Cards Drives I/O Panel Fan Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly Memory Module(s) Power Supply Coin-Cell Battery System Board Processor System Setup Program...
Service Manual
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Back to Contents Page Power Supply Dell™ Vostro™ 420/220/220s Service Manual Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply DC Power Supply Connectors DC Power Supply Connector Pin Assignments CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that attach the power supply to the back of the computer chassis. 7. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover...
Back to Contents Page Power Supply Dell™ Vostro™ 420/220/220s Service Manual Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply DC Power Supply Connectors DC Power Supply Connector Pin Assignments CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that attach the power supply to the back of the computer chassis. 7. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover...
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... the back of the grounding system. Replace the chassis support bracket (see Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card). DC Power Supply Connectors Vostro 420 NOTE: Double-check all cable connections to replace and tighten all screws may cause electrical shock as you insert them into the routing clips (if ...
... the back of the grounding system. Replace the chassis support bracket (see Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card). DC Power Supply Connectors Vostro 420 NOTE: Double-check all cable connections to replace and tighten all screws may cause electrical shock as you insert them into the routing clips (if ...
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... required. 9. Connect any additional cables to help identify connectors on Your Computer. a. Follow the procedure in After Working on the system board. 12. Connect the power supply cables to the system board (see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly). 5. Install the processor heat sink/fan assembly (see System Board Components for...
... required. 9. Connect any additional cables to help identify connectors on Your Computer. a. Follow the procedure in After Working on the system board. 12. Connect the power supply cables to the system board (see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly). 5. Install the processor heat sink/fan assembly (see System Board Components for...
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... off when you shut down the operating system. 2. Inside View of Your Computer Vostro™ 420 1 power supply 3 media card reader (optional) 5 3.5-inch hard drive bays (4) Vostro 220 2 5.25-inch drive bays (3) 4 I/O panel 6 chassis fan 1 power supply 3 media card reader (optional) 5 3.5-inch hard drive bays (2) Vostro 220s 2 5.25-inch drive bays (2) 4 I/O panel 6 chassis fan If your computer. 1. Ensure...
... off when you shut down the operating system. 2. Inside View of Your Computer Vostro™ 420 1 power supply 3 media card reader (optional) 5 3.5-inch hard drive bays (4) Vostro 220 2 5.25-inch drive bays (3) 4 I/O panel 6 chassis fan 1 power supply 3 media card reader (optional) 5 3.5-inch hard drive bays (2) Vostro 220s 2 5.25-inch drive bays (2) 4 I/O panel 6 chassis fan If your computer. 1. Ensure...