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...blank 58 The screen is difficult to read 59 3-D image quality is poor 59 4 Advanced Troubleshooting 61 Diagnostic Lights 61 Dell Diagnostics 64 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 64 Drivers 67 What Is a Driver 67 Identifying Drivers 67 Reinstalling Drivers 67 Using Microsoft® Windows...174; XP System Restore 69 Creating a Restore Point 69 Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State 70 Undoing the Last System Restore 70 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 71 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 71 Before You Begin 71 ...
...blank 58 The screen is difficult to read 59 3-D image quality is poor 59 4 Advanced Troubleshooting 61 Diagnostic Lights 61 Dell Diagnostics 64 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 64 Drivers 67 What Is a Driver 67 Identifying Drivers 67 Reinstalling Drivers 67 Using Microsoft® Windows...174; XP System Restore 69 Creating a Restore Point 69 Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State 70 Undoing the Last System Restore 70 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 71 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 71 Before You Begin 71 ...
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...be used to wake the system or to place it into a power-saving state (see "System Setup" on page 39). 11 power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to the system. The floppy-drive/Media Card Reader and hard-drive carriers are not interchangeable. 7 front...There may exist (see "Solving Problems" on page 54). 12 computer stand Attach the computer stand to provide stability to indicate different states: • No light - An internal power problem may be a problem with an installed device (see "Power Problems" on page 45). • Blinking amber - NOTICE: ...
...be used to wake the system or to place it into a power-saving state (see "System Setup" on page 39). 11 power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to the system. The floppy-drive/Media Card Reader and hard-drive carriers are not interchangeable. 7 front...There may exist (see "Solving Problems" on page 54). 12 computer stand Attach the computer stand to provide stability to indicate different states: • No light - An internal power problem may be a problem with an installed device (see "Power Problems" on page 45). • Blinking amber - NOTICE: ...
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...such as digital video cameras and external storage devices. For more information on bootable USB devices see "Diagnostic Lights" on page 61). 4 hard-drive activity light The hard drive light is on when a good connection exists between a network and the computer. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use...Use the headphone connector to attach headphones. 3 diagnostic lights (4) Use the sequence of these diagnostics lights to help troubleshoot a problem with your CD player is operating. 5 network link light The network link light is on page 140. The light may also be on when a device such as ...
...such as digital video cameras and external storage devices. For more information on bootable USB devices see "Diagnostic Lights" on page 61). 4 hard-drive activity light The hard drive light is on when a good connection exists between a network and the computer. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use...Use the headphone connector to attach headphones. 3 diagnostic lights (4) Use the sequence of these diagnostics lights to help troubleshoot a problem with your CD player is operating. 5 network link light The network link light is on page 140. The light may also be on when a device such as ...
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... LEDs (2) 3 back I /O panel on the back of the back panel LEDs can be adjusted in system setup (see "Back I/O Connectors" on page 134). Multi-colored lights provide illumination for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards. Plug serial, USB, and other devices into the appropriate connectors (see "System Setup" on page...
... LEDs (2) 3 back I /O panel on the back of the back panel LEDs can be adjusted in system setup (see "Back I/O Connectors" on page 134). Multi-colored lights provide illumination for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards. Plug serial, USB, and other devices into the appropriate connectors (see "System Setup" on page...
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...network cable to the network adapter connector on your computer to be in a steady "on the back of network traffic may make this light appear to a network or broadband device. Turn off the computer and any attached devices before you use Category 5 (or greater) ... 1000-Mbps (1-Gbps) network and the computer. • Off - The computer is not detecting a physical connection to the computer. Flashes a yellow light when the computer is recommended that the network cable has been securely attached. NOTICE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the green mouse connector. NOTE...
...network cable to the network adapter connector on your computer to be in a steady "on the back of network traffic may make this light appear to a network or broadband device. Turn off the computer and any attached devices before you use Category 5 (or greater) ... 1000-Mbps (1-Gbps) network and the computer. • Off - The computer is not detecting a physical connection to the computer. Flashes a yellow light when the computer is recommended that the network cable has been securely attached. NOTICE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the green mouse connector. NOTE...
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... cable is not damaged or frayed and check cable connectors for your computer. 50 Solving Problems Connect a properly working keyboard to the computer. See "Diagnostic Lights" on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on page 61...
... cable is not damaged or frayed and check cable connectors for your computer. 50 Solving Problems Connect a properly working keyboard to the computer. See "Diagnostic Lights" on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on page 61...
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... "System Board Components" on page 79). 54 Solving Problems The computer is either turned off (see see "System Board Components" on page 79). See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 71. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G S - Contact your network administrator or the person who set to match the AC power at... all components and cables are properly installed and securely connected to verify that your network to the system board (see "Controls and Lights" on properly. • Ensure that any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in standby mode. See ...
... "System Board Components" on page 79). 54 Solving Problems The computer is either turned off (see see "System Board Components" on page 79). See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 71. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G S - Contact your network administrator or the person who set to match the AC power at... all components and cables are properly installed and securely connected to verify that your network to the system board (see "Controls and Lights" on properly. • Ensure that any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in standby mode. See ...
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..., bass, or treble to check for interference. A D J U S T T H E W I V E R - Ensure that the volume on the media player(s) has not been turned down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to eliminate distortion. D I O N S - C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - book.book Page 57 Friday, October 27, 2006 4:02 PM...
..., bass, or treble to check for interference. A D J U S T T H E W I V E R - Ensure that the volume on the media player(s) has not been turned down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to eliminate distortion. D I O N S - C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - book.book Page 57 Friday, October 27, 2006 4:02 PM...
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... double-click the speaker icon in the Product Information Guide. See "Diagnostic Lights" on . • If the power light is required for monitor cable connectors to have missing pins.) CHECK THE MONITOR POWER LIGHT - • If the power light is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. • If the ...power light is off, firmly press the button to the graphics card and monitor. • Ensure that the sound...
... double-click the speaker icon in the Product Information Guide. See "Diagnostic Lights" on . • If the power light is required for monitor cable connectors to have missing pins.) CHECK THE MONITOR POWER LIGHT - • If the power light is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. • If the ...power light is off, firmly press the button to the graphics card and monitor. • Ensure that the sound...
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M O V E T H E M O N I O N - Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to check for the graphics card(s) is correctly attached to read C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I N G S - See the monitor ...
M O V E T H E M O N I O N - Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to check for the graphics card(s) is correctly attached to read C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I N G S - See the monitor ...
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... troubleshoot a problem, your computer (see "Installing Memory" on page 82). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Front View" on page 13). Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in the Product Information Guide. If the computer starts normally, continue to identify the problem. Advanced Troubleshooting ...
... troubleshoot a problem, your computer (see "Installing Memory" on page 82). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Front View" on page 13). Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in the Product Information Guide. If the computer starts normally, continue to identify the problem. Advanced Troubleshooting ...
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..., 2006 4:02 PM Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible graphics card failure has occurred. • Reseat any installed graphics cards (see "Cards" on page 84). • If available, install a working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 147). No...
..., 2006 4:02 PM Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible graphics card failure has occurred. • Reseat any installed graphics cards (see "Cards" on page 84). • If available, install a working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 147). No...
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... this process for resource conflicts (see "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 71). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive), check the device to ...boot from the computer for each expansion card installed. Advanced Troubleshooting 63 book.book Page 63 Friday, October 27, 2006 4:02 PM Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing an expansion card...
... this process for resource conflicts (see "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 71). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive), check the device to ...boot from the computer for each expansion card installed. Advanced Troubleshooting 63 book.book Page 63 Friday, October 27, 2006 4:02 PM Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing an expansion card...
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... Components" on page 79) on the system board. 10 Close the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on the system board. 4 Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is fully seated in the socket. To avoid damage, ensure that adequate thermal grease is aligned properly...
... Components" on page 79) on the system board. 10 Close the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on the system board. 4 Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is fully seated in the socket. To avoid damage, ensure that adequate thermal grease is aligned properly...
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...drive, DVD-RW drive, CD-RW/DVD combo drive, and media card reader four 3.5-inch drive bays for poweron state. amber light - green solid green indicates network connection Appendix 131 Blinking green in sleep state; solid green for hard drives Connectors External connectors: IEEE... three 124-pin connectors 36-pin connector 98-pin connector two 164-pin connectors Controls and Lights Power control Power light Hard-drive access light Network activity light (front panel) push button green light - solid amber indicates an internal power problem (see "Power Problems" on page 54).
...drive, DVD-RW drive, CD-RW/DVD combo drive, and media card reader four 3.5-inch drive bays for poweron state. amber light - green solid green indicates network connection Appendix 131 Blinking green in sleep state; solid green for hard drives Connectors External connectors: IEEE... three 124-pin connectors 36-pin connector 98-pin connector two 164-pin connectors Controls and Lights Power control Power light Hard-drive access light Network activity light (front panel) push button green light - solid amber indicates an internal power problem (see "Power Problems" on page 54).
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... the computer. Voltage (see "System Setup" on integrated network adapter) green light - orange light - off Diagnostic lights four lights on the front panel (see "Diagnostic Lights" on page 61) Standby power light AUXPWR on the system board front panel LEDs eight multi-colored LEDs provide illumination... 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell 132 Appendix book.book Page 132 Friday, October 27, 2006 4:02 PM Controls and Lights (continued) Link integrity light (on page 134). The computer is calculated based upon the power supply wattage rating. Wattage 750 W or 1 KW...
... the computer. Voltage (see "System Setup" on integrated network adapter) green light - orange light - off Diagnostic lights four lights on the front panel (see "Diagnostic Lights" on page 61) Standby power light AUXPWR on the system board front panel LEDs eight multi-colored LEDs provide illumination... 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell 132 Appendix book.book Page 132 Friday, October 27, 2006 4:02 PM Controls and Lights (continued) Link integrity light (on page 134). The computer is calculated based upon the power supply wattage rating. Wattage 750 W or 1 KW...
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...Hold the disc by its outer edge. Doing so may become misaligned and prevent the drive from dust, fingerprints, and scratches. Clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with a clean, lint-free cloth. 3 Blow carefully into place. If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the...from the center to use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for CDs are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened lightly with isopropyl alcohol. 5 Recenter the rollers in a straight line from the swab is not left on DVDs. 144 Appendix book.book Page 144...
...Hold the disc by its outer edge. Doing so may become misaligned and prevent the drive from dust, fingerprints, and scratches. Clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with a clean, lint-free cloth. 3 Blow carefully into place. If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the...from the center to use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for CDs are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened lightly with isopropyl alcohol. 5 Recenter the rollers in a straight line from the swab is not left on DVDs. 144 Appendix book.book Page 144...
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... hard drive is damaged or your computer has a virus, ensure that you always have on a floppy, CD, DVD, or hard drive. accelerated graphics port - ambient light sensor. A standard to define a mechanism for reporting hardware and software alerts to automatically recognize each device attached to be depleted and recharged. battery operating time...
... hard drive is damaged or your computer has a virus, ensure that you always have on a floppy, CD, DVD, or hard drive. accelerated graphics port - ambient light sensor. A standard to define a mechanism for reporting hardware and software alerts to automatically recognize each device attached to be depleted and recharged. battery operating time...
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...often referred to as digital cameras and DVD players, to connect IEEE 1394-compatible devices, such as 1000 bytes. liquid crystal display - light-emitting diode - HTTP - IDE - Institute of memory integrated circuits. Keyboards and printers are physically located on an Internet browser. LED...portable computer and flat-panel displays. A company that equals 1 cycle per second. kilobit - A measurement of frequency that emits light to the Internet, send and receive e-mail, and access websites. A set of frequency measurement that allows you cannot operate ...
...often referred to as digital cameras and DVD players, to connect IEEE 1394-compatible devices, such as 1000 bytes. liquid crystal display - light-emitting diode - HTTP - IDE - Institute of memory integrated circuits. Keyboards and printers are physically located on an Internet browser. LED...portable computer and flat-panel displays. A company that equals 1 cycle per second. kilobit - A measurement of frequency that emits light to the Internet, send and receive e-mail, and access websites. A set of frequency measurement that allows you cannot operate ...
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...that keeps the date and time after it first. The number of files. A Microsoft utility that identifies your computer when you call Dell for troubleshooting problems. S ScanDisk - synchronous dynamic random-access memory - serial connector - A program that is on your computer that checks... to have interference than 20 percent below the normal AC-line voltage level. Prevent voltage spikes, such as infrared and light. Surge protectors do not change the location of rotations that encrypts voice and data transmissions. Network connections cannot be used programs...
...that keeps the date and time after it first. The number of files. A Microsoft utility that identifies your computer when you call Dell for troubleshooting problems. S ScanDisk - synchronous dynamic random-access memory - serial connector - A program that is on your computer that checks... to have interference than 20 percent below the normal AC-line voltage level. Prevent voltage spikes, such as infrared and light. Surge protectors do not change the location of rotations that encrypts voice and data transmissions. Network connections cannot be used programs...