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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ Dimension™ 5150C Owner's Manual front-panel door (open) front-panel door (push to open) power button power light diagnostic lights hard-drive activity ... drive or Media Card Reader* CD or DVD drive light USB 2.0 connectors (2) voltage selection switch line-out connector line-in connector rear-surround sound connector modem connector power connector microphone/side-surround sound connector center/LFE connector S/PDIF-out connector integrated video connector network connector USB 2.0 connectors (5) IEEE 1394 connector PCI...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ Dimension™ 5150C Owner's Manual front-panel door (open) front-panel door (push to open) power button power light diagnostic lights hard-drive activity ... drive or Media Card Reader* CD or DVD drive light USB 2.0 connectors (2) voltage selection switch line-out connector line-in connector rear-surround sound connector modem connector power connector microphone/side-surround sound connector center/LFE connector S/PDIF-out connector integrated video connector network connector USB 2.0 connectors (5) IEEE 1394 connector PCI...
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... Hyper-Threading 27 2 Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips 29 Battery Problems 29 Drive Problems 29 CD and DVD drive problems 30 Hard drive problems 31 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 31 Error Messages 32 Media Card Reader Problems 33 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 33 Keyboard Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 34...
... Hyper-Threading 27 2 Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips 29 Battery Problems 29 Drive Problems 29 CD and DVD drive problems 30 Hard drive problems 31 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 31 Error Messages 32 Media Card Reader Problems 33 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 33 Keyboard Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 34...
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... Card Reader 81 Removing a Media Card Reader 82 Installing a Media Card Reader 83 Floppy Drive (Optional 85 Removing a Floppy Drive 85 Installing a Floppy Drive 87 Modem 89 Replacing the Modem 89 Replacing the External Modem Connector 90 Battery 91 Replacing the Battery 92 Replacing the Computer Cover 93 6 Contents
... Card Reader 81 Removing a Media Card Reader 82 Installing a Media Card Reader 83 Floppy Drive (Optional 85 Removing a Floppy Drive 85 Installing a Floppy Drive 87 Modem 89 Replacing the Modem 89 Replacing the External Modem Connector 90 Battery 91 Replacing the Battery 92 Replacing the Computer Cover 93 6 Contents
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Finding Information 11 What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such as a modem) Find it Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen.
Finding Information 11 What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such as a modem) Find it Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen.
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Insert the cable until it clicks into the modem connector on computer network device network cable 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer network adapter connector Do not plug the network cable into place, ...
Insert the cable until it clicks into the modem connector on computer network device network cable 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer network adapter connector Do not plug the network cable into place, ...
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... your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you set up connections are using a DSL or cable modem connection, contact your local cable TV line. Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of the following Internet connection...
... your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you set up connections are using a DSL or cable modem connection, contact your local cable TV line. Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of the following Internet connection...
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... Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on page 31. If you do not have an MSN Explorer or AOL icon on your ISP to check the service status...
... Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on page 31. If you do not have an MSN Explorer or AOL icon on your ISP to check the service status...
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...section, follow the safety instructions located in length, try a shorter one. NOTE: Connect the modem to remove the checkmark. CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION - USE A DIFFERENT TELEPHONE LINE -...is connected to the jack on certain computers.) Solving Problems 31 R U N T H E M O D E M H E L P E R D I A G N O S T I N G S - Click the Start button, point to All Programs, and then click Modem Helper. E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of bad sectors. 7 Click Start. C H E C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U ...
...section, follow the safety instructions located in length, try a shorter one. NOTE: Connect the modem to remove the checkmark. CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION - USE A DIFFERENT TELEPHONE LINE -...is connected to the jack on certain computers.) Solving Problems 31 R U N T H E M O D E M H E L P E R D I A G N O S T I N G S - Click the Start button, point to All Programs, and then click Modem Helper. E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of bad sectors. 7 Click Start. C H E C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U ...
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...running when the message appeared. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open is communicating with Windows. A R E Q U I N T E R N E T - For help, contact your modem. 6 Click Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to an Internet provider. NOTE: This system supports an optional USB floppy drive. 32 Solving Problems E N S U R E T H A T Y O U A R E C O N...button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Phone and Modem Options. 4 Click the Modems tab. 5 Click the COM port for your Internet service provider. The program that ...
...running when the message appeared. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open is communicating with Windows. A R E Q U I N T E R N E T - For help, contact your modem. 6 Click Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to an Internet provider. NOTE: This system supports an optional USB floppy drive. 32 Solving Problems E N S U R E T H A T Y O U A R E C O N...button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Phone and Modem Options. 4 Click the Modems tab. 5 Click the COM port for your Internet service provider. The program that ...
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...network jack or your computer to the Internet. The computer is not detecting a physical connection to attach multichannel-capable speakers. Use the modem connector to connect your network or broadband device. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 13 12 11 10 9 1 link integrity light 2 network adapter ...connector 3 network activity light 4 modem connector 5 surround sound connector 6 line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR. A click indicates...
...network jack or your computer to the Internet. The computer is not detecting a physical connection to attach multichannel-capable speakers. Use the modem connector to connect your network or broadband device. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 13 12 11 10 9 1 link integrity light 2 network adapter ...connector 3 network activity light 4 modem connector 5 surround sound connector 6 line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR. A click indicates...
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... 1394 connector (1394_CON) network connector (NIC) and USB connectors (2) (NIC_USB1) USB connectors (3) (USB_BACK) Media Card Reader connector (F_USB) processor connector (CPU) S/PDIF audio connector (SPDIF) modem connector video connector (VGA) power connector (ATXPWR1) memory module connectors (2, 4) memory module connectors (1, 3) battery socket (BATTERY) RTC reset jumper (RTCRST) SATA connector (SATA0) CD/DVD...
... 1394 connector (1394_CON) network connector (NIC) and USB connectors (2) (NIC_USB1) USB connectors (3) (USB_BACK) Media Card Reader connector (F_USB) processor connector (CPU) S/PDIF audio connector (SPDIF) modem connector video connector (VGA) power connector (ATXPWR1) memory module connectors (2, 4) memory module connectors (1, 3) battery socket (BATTERY) RTC reset jumper (RTCRST) SATA connector (SATA0) CD/DVD...
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... sure to disconnect all telephone and network cables from your computer's electronic components. NOTE: For easier access to the modem, it may be necessary to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the power connector on the computer chassis. NOTICE:...prevent static damage to remove the power cable from your body before you touch any of your computer. Replacing the Modem 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Modem CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin...
... sure to disconnect all telephone and network cables from your computer's electronic components. NOTE: For easier access to the modem, it may be necessary to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the power connector on the computer chassis. NOTICE:...prevent static damage to remove the power cable from your body before you touch any of your computer. Replacing the Modem 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Modem CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin...
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...procedures in place. NOTE: Note the routing of its connector on page 55. 2 Remove the modem cable from the modem. 5 Remove the external modem connector: a Remove the screw that secure the modem to the system board, and set the screws aside. b Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove... from being pinched or crimped. 4 Remove the modem cable from the modem. 3 Remove the existing modem (see page 93). NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to the modem. If you remove the modem. 2 Remove the existing modem: a Disconnect the modem cable from the modem. c Pull straight up on the system board...
...procedures in place. NOTE: Note the routing of its connector on page 55. 2 Remove the modem cable from the modem. 5 Remove the external modem connector: a Remove the screw that secure the modem to the system board, and set the screws aside. b Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove... from being pinched or crimped. 4 Remove the modem cable from the modem. 3 Remove the existing modem (see page 93). NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to the modem. If you remove the modem. 2 Remove the existing modem: a Disconnect the modem cable from the modem. c Pull straight up on the system board...
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... connector with the slot on the back on the computer chassis. c Carefully route the cable wire and re-connect the modem cable to the external modem connector. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the back of your body ... configuration, date, and time information. Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer) external modem connector 6 To install a new modem cable and external modem connector: a Attach the modem cable to the modem. 7 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). The battery can do so by touching an...
... connector with the slot on the back on the computer chassis. c Carefully route the cable wire and re-connect the modem cable to the external modem connector. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from the back of your body ... configuration, date, and time information. Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer) external modem connector 6 To install a new modem cable and external modem connector: a Attach the modem cable to the modem. 7 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). The battery can do so by touching an...
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supports front-panel IEEE1394 port Appendix 97 always connected by cable to the front panel; Connectors External connectors: IEEE 1394 Video USB Audio Network adapter Modem System board connectors: IDE drive Serial ATA Fan PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 USB MDC Floppy connector Front panel Power Processor power IEEE 1394 ...
supports front-panel IEEE1394 port Appendix 97 always connected by cable to the front panel; Connectors External connectors: IEEE 1394 Video USB Audio Network adapter Modem System board connectors: IDE drive Serial ATA Fan PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 USB MDC Floppy connector Front panel Power Processor power IEEE 1394 ...
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... of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for telephonic modems, docking stations/port replicators, networking products, and all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2. 1 Repair... services are installed on the computer during the manufacturing process (Microsoft® Office, Norton Antivirus, and so on ). Dell-installed peripherals include any peripheral, accessory, or software program sold by the original manufacturer, including those purchased and/or installed ...
... of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for telephonic modems, docking stations/port replicators, networking products, and all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2. 1 Repair... services are installed on the computer during the manufacturing process (Microsoft® Office, Norton Antivirus, and so on ). Dell-installed peripherals include any peripheral, accessory, or software program sold by the original manufacturer, including those purchased and/or installed ...
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..., 9 error messages diagnostic lights, 45 F floppy drive installing, 87 removing, 85 H hard drive installing, 77 problems, 31 removing, 76 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 48 Hardware Troubleshooter, 51 Help and Support Center, 11 hibernate mode, 24, 26 Hyper-Threading, 27 I IEEE 1394 problems, 33 installing parts... installation guidelines, 65 installing, 66 memory (continued) problems, 36 removing, 68 type supported, 65 messages error, 32 Microsoft Windows label, 10 modem adding, 89 problems, 31 monitor blank, 42 clone mode, 16 connect TV, 15 display settings, 16 extended desktop mode, 16 hard to ...
..., 9 error messages diagnostic lights, 45 F floppy drive installing, 87 removing, 85 H hard drive installing, 77 problems, 31 removing, 76 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 48 Hardware Troubleshooter, 51 Help and Support Center, 11 hibernate mode, 24, 26 Hyper-Threading, 27 I IEEE 1394 problems, 33 installing parts... installation guidelines, 65 installing, 66 memory (continued) problems, 36 removing, 68 type supported, 65 messages error, 32 Microsoft Windows label, 10 modem adding, 89 problems, 31 monitor blank, 42 clone mode, 16 connect TV, 15 display settings, 16 extended desktop mode, 16 hard to ...
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...drive, 30 CD/DVD-RW drive, 30 computer crashes, 34-35 problems (continued) computer stops responding, 34-35 Dell Diagnostics, 48 diagnostic lights, 45 drives, 29 DVD drive, 30 e-mail, 31 error messages, 32 general, 34 ...hard drive, 31 IEEE 1394, 33 Internet, 31 keyboard, 34 media card reader, 33 memory, 36 modem, 31 monitor is blank, 42 monitor is hard to read, 43 mouse, 37 network, 38 power, 38 power...Information Guide, 9 Program Compatibility Wizard, 35 R regulatory information, 9 restoring Windows XP, 51-52 S safety instructions, 9 SATA. See serial ATA scanner problems, 40 screen.
...drive, 30 CD/DVD-RW drive, 30 computer crashes, 34-35 problems (continued) computer stops responding, 34-35 Dell Diagnostics, 48 diagnostic lights, 45 drives, 29 DVD drive, 30 e-mail, 31 error messages, 32 general, 34 ...hard drive, 31 IEEE 1394, 33 Internet, 31 keyboard, 34 media card reader, 33 memory, 36 modem, 31 monitor is blank, 42 monitor is hard to read, 43 mouse, 37 network, 38 power, 38 power...Information Guide, 9 Program Compatibility Wizard, 35 R regulatory information, 9 restoring Windows XP, 51-52 S safety instructions, 9 SATA. See serial ATA scanner problems, 40 screen.