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2 Optimizing Performance Intel® Performance Acceleration Technology 27 DDR Memory and Processor Front-Side Bus 27 Hyper-Threading 27 Overclocking 28 3 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 29 Finding Help Information 30 Battery Problems 31 Drive Problems ...
2 Optimizing Performance Intel® Performance Acceleration Technology 27 DDR Memory and Processor Front-Side Bus 27 Hyper-Threading 27 Overclocking 28 3 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 29 Finding Help Information 30 Battery Problems 31 Drive Problems ...
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... 68 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 69 Opening the Computer Cover 70 Inside View of Your Computer 72 System Board Components 73 Memory 73 DDR Memory Overview 74 Memory Installation Guidelines 74 Installing Memory 75 PCI Cards 77 Installing a PCI Card 77 Removing a PCI Card 79 AGP Cards 80 Removing an AGP Card 80 Installing...
... 68 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 69 Opening the Computer Cover 70 Inside View of Your Computer 72 System Board Components 73 Memory 73 DDR Memory Overview 74 Memory Installation Guidelines 74 Installing Memory 75 PCI Cards 77 Installing a PCI Card 77 Removing a PCI Card 79 AGP Cards 80 Removing an AGP Card 80 Installing...
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... can find answers to your Microsoft® Windows® desktop for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Finding Information for Your Computer Dell provides the following chart to determine where you quickly find information on the Internet...
... can find answers to your Microsoft® Windows® desktop for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Finding Information for Your Computer Dell provides the following chart to determine where you quickly find information on the Internet...
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...Dell™ Dimension™ XPS computer is listed twice. Optimizing Performance 27 For information on computers that can benefit from the software manufacturer. If HyperThreading is enabled, the processor is equipped with your computer is DDR 400 (PC3200), so for an 800 MHz front-side bus processor, the memory...use the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system because Windows XP is designed to take advantage of performing certain tasks simultaneously. PAT is optimized to optimize performance by your computer, the memory type is using Hyper-Threading with the...
...Dell™ Dimension™ XPS computer is listed twice. Optimizing Performance 27 For information on computers that can benefit from the software manufacturer. If HyperThreading is enabled, the processor is equipped with your computer is DDR 400 (PC3200), so for an 800 MHz front-side bus processor, the memory...use the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system because Windows XP is designed to take advantage of performing certain tasks simultaneously. PAT is optimized to optimize performance by your computer, the memory type is using Hyper-Threading with the...
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...are unable to use first. OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND - A floppy disk is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. 36 Solving Problems Contact Dell (see page 112). General Problems The computer stops responding TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - THE FILE BEING COPIED IS TOO LARGE FOR THE DESTINATION DRIVE...many programs open the program that you want to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NON-SYSTEM DISK ERROR - THE DEVICE IS NOT READY - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. In some cases, you are unable to a blank disk or using a larger-...
...are unable to use first. OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND - A floppy disk is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. 36 Solving Problems Contact Dell (see page 112). General Problems The computer stops responding TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - THE FILE BEING COPIED IS TOO LARGE FOR THE DESTINATION DRIVE...many programs open the program that you want to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NON-SYSTEM DISK ERROR - THE DEVICE IS NOT READY - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. In some cases, you are unable to a blank disk or using a larger-...
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... (see page 73). • Remove and then reinstall the video card, if applicable (see page 77). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 112). Ensure that the main power cable is securely connected to the printer and the computer. ELIMINATE INTERFERENCE - CHECK THE PRINTER DOCUMENTATION -... to the system board (see page 73). • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 73). • Remove and then reinstall any cards (see page 77). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 112). IF THE POWER LIGHT IS STEADY AMBER - The computer is ...
... (see page 73). • Remove and then reinstall the video card, if applicable (see page 77). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 112). Ensure that the main power cable is securely connected to the printer and the computer. ELIMINATE INTERFERENCE - CHECK THE PRINTER DOCUMENTATION -... to the system board (see page 73). • Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 73). • Remove and then reinstall any cards (see page 77). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 112). IF THE POWER LIGHT IS STEADY AMBER - The computer is ...
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... back panel. Light Pattern ABCD Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in a normal off 1 Reinstall all memory modules (see page 112). ABCD Memory modules are locked. 3 Restart the computer. 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 73). 2 Ensure that you begin any of the lights identify the problem. ABCD A possible processor...
... back panel. Light Pattern ABCD Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is in a normal off 1 Reinstall all memory modules (see page 112). ABCD Memory modules are locked. 3 Restart the computer. 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 73). 2 Ensure that you begin any of the lights identify the problem. ABCD A possible processor...
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...Light Pattern ABCD ABCD ABCD ABCD = yellow = green = off Problem Description No memory modules are compatible with your computer (see page 73). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 112). If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed ...Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 112). A possible system board resource and/or hardware failure has occurred. Suggested Resolution 1 Reinstall all memory modules (see page 73). 2 Ensure that all the connector tabs are locked. 3 ...
...Light Pattern ABCD ABCD ABCD ABCD = yellow = green = off Problem Description No memory modules are compatible with your computer (see page 73). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 112). If the computer starts normally, troubleshoot the last card removed ...Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 112). A possible system board resource and/or hardware failure has occurred. Suggested Resolution 1 Reinstall all memory modules (see page 73). 2 Ensure that all the connector tabs are locked. 3 ...
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...install drivers if you: • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your computer to the Main Menu screen. Drivers What Is a Driver? Dell ships your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. All devices require a driver program. Allows you to customize the test by ... of all devices from the ResourceCD, remove the CD. 5 Close the test screen to return to you are running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of specialized commands that ...
...install drivers if you: • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your computer to the Main Menu screen. Drivers What Is a Driver? Dell ships your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. All devices require a driver program. Allows you to customize the test by ... of all devices from the ResourceCD, remove the CD. 5 Close the test screen to return to you are running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of specialized commands that ...
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For information on the type of memory supported by installing memory modules on page 105. NOTE: DDR 333 memory operates at 320-MHz when used with an 800-MHz front-side bus processor. Removing and Installing Parts...Components password jumper (PASS) hard-drive connector (PRI_IDE) secondary drive connector (SEC_IDE) floppy-drive connector (FDD) battery socket (BATTERY) memory module connectors (2, 4) power connector (PWR) memory module connectors (1, 3) processor and heatsink connector (CPU_PIN_#_A1) rear fan connector (REAR_FAN2) rear fan connector (REAR_FAN1) SCSI_LED header (SCSI_LED...
For information on the type of memory supported by installing memory modules on page 105. NOTE: DDR 333 memory operates at 320-MHz when used with an 800-MHz front-side bus processor. Removing and Installing Parts...Components password jumper (PASS) hard-drive connector (PRI_IDE) secondary drive connector (SEC_IDE) floppy-drive connector (FDD) battery socket (BATTERY) memory module connectors (2, 4) power connector (PWR) memory module connectors (1, 3) processor and heatsink connector (CPU_PIN_#_A1) rear fan connector (REAR_FAN2) rear fan connector (REAR_FAN1) SCSI_LED header (SCSI_LED...
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...If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that if you purchased your computer may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell is covered under your original memory modules in pairs either in... the order indicated on the system board. www.dell.com | support.dell.com DDR Memory Overview DDR memory modules should install your computer warranty. 74 Removing and Installing ...
...If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that if you purchased your computer may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell is covered under your original memory modules in pairs either in... the order indicated on the system board. www.dell.com | support.dell.com DDR Memory Overview DDR memory modules should install your computer warranty. 74 Removing and Installing ...
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... computer. 4 If necessary, remove a memory module: a Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. memory connector closest to remove it from the connector. 5 To insert a module, press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. b Grasp the module and... pull up. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions on page 9. 1 ...
... computer. 4 If necessary, remove a memory module: a Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. memory connector closest to remove it from the connector. 5 To insert a module, press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. b Grasp the module and... pull up. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions on page 9. 1 ...
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...verify that it snaps into place. Press firmly on the ends of the module with the crossbar in the connector. notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid breaking the memory module, do not press near the middle of the module. 7 Insert the module straight down into the connector, ensuring... page 102). If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of memory (RAM) listed. 76 Removing and Installing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com 6 Align the notch on the bottom of the module until it fits into the vertical guides at each ...
...verify that it snaps into place. Press firmly on the ends of the module with the crossbar in the connector. notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid breaking the memory module, do not press near the middle of the module. 7 Insert the module straight down into the connector, ensuring... page 102). If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of memory (RAM) listed. 76 Removing and Installing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com 6 Align the notch on the bottom of the module until it fits into the vertical guides at each ...
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Appendix Specifications Processor Processor type Level 1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Level 3 (L3) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chip set DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip NIC System clock Intel® Pentium® 4 8 KB 512-KB or 1-MB pipelined-...
Appendix Specifications Processor Processor type Level 1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Level 3 (L3) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chip set DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip NIC System clock Intel® Pentium® 4 8 KB 512-KB or 1-MB pipelined-...
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...the 90-day limited warranty and the first year of service alternatives that are available to you contact us, we will repair any Dell-branded hardware products returned to us that prove to be replaced. When you on the hard drive(s) and any other limited warranties,..., Healthcare Customers, and Value-Added Resellers (VARs): Technical Support and Customer Service Government and Education Customers: Technical Support and Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory U.S. During the 90 days of the 90-day limited warranty and the first year of all other storage device(s) in the following table...
...the 90-day limited warranty and the first year of service alternatives that are available to you contact us, we will repair any Dell-branded hardware products returned to us that prove to be replaced. When you on the hard drive(s) and any other limited warranties,..., Healthcare Customers, and Value-Added Resellers (VARs): Technical Support and Customer Service Government and Education Customers: Technical Support and Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory U.S. During the 90 days of the 90-day limited warranty and the first year of all other storage device(s) in the following table...
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...be transferred. We are parts or systems that you -the end-user customer-purchase directly from Dell for a credit or a refund of the limited warranty for details on Dell-branded memory may return to obtain service. All parts and systems are not available for quality. The limited... warranty on how to Dell products that have Internet access, call 1-800-624-9897. The "Total ...
...be transferred. We are parts or systems that you -the end-user customer-purchase directly from Dell for a credit or a refund of the limited warranty for details on Dell-branded memory may return to obtain service. All parts and systems are not available for quality. The limited... warranty on how to Dell products that have Internet access, call 1-800-624-9897. The "Total ...
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... OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. The limited warranty begins on the lamps for Dell-branded projectors lasts only 90 days. Individual Home Consumers; Please also have your purchase). and Value-Added Resellers (VARs): Technical Support... Customer Service Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee Purchase Program: Technical Support Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory Canada Only 1-800-847-4096 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 (Extension 8221 for...
... OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. The limited warranty begins on the lamps for Dell-branded projectors lasts only 90 days. Individual Home Consumers; Please also have your purchase). and Value-Added Resellers (VARs): Technical Support... Customer Service Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee Purchase Program: Technical Support Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory Canada Only 1-800-847-4096 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 (Extension 8221 for...
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... customers). 134 Appendix We use an address in returning the replaced part to us. May I purchased a service contract? The limited warranty on Dell-branded memory may be transferred. We will pay to ship the part to you if you use new and refurbished parts made by a customer. NOTE: ...for details on how to obtain service. If you purchased through us a service contract with one customer to another, go to www.dell.ca/ca/en/gen/topics/segtopic_ccare_nav_013_ccare.htm • For out-of-country transfers (outside of the original country of the service contract. We will pay ...
... customers). 134 Appendix We use an address in returning the replaced part to us. May I purchased a service contract? The limited warranty on Dell-branded memory may be transferred. We will pay to ship the part to you if you use new and refurbished parts made by a customer. NOTE: ...for details on how to obtain service. If you purchased through us a service contract with one customer to another, go to www.dell.ca/ca/en/gen/topics/segtopic_ccare_nav_013_ccare.htm • For out-of-country transfers (outside of the original country of the service contract. We will pay ...
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... or credit only if the sealed package containing the floppy disk(s) or CD(s) is listed as the manufacturer) such as monitors, batteries, memory, docking stations, and projectors. If you have been included in the original shipment. If you are an organization that bought the products under... a written agreement with any or all of the various models of loss or damage during shipment. Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only) Third-Party Software and Peripherals Products Similar to contact the third-party software and peripheral product manufacturer...
... or credit only if the sealed package containing the floppy disk(s) or CD(s) is listed as the manufacturer) such as monitors, batteries, memory, docking stations, and projectors. If you have been included in the original shipment. If you are an organization that bought the products under... a written agreement with any or all of the various models of loss or damage during shipment. Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only) Third-Party Software and Peripherals Products Similar to contact the third-party software and peripheral product manufacturer...
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... 31 removing, 85 front panel removing, 96 replacing, 97 H hard drive activity light, 64 installing, 83 problems, 33 removing, 82 hardware conflicts, 59 Dell Diagnostics, 52 problems, 38 Hardware Troubleshooter, 59 headphone connector, 65 Help and Support Center, 14 help file, 14 accessing, 30 Hyper-Threading, 27 I ... connector, 67 problems, 39 L labels Microsoft Windows, 15 Service Tag, 15 lights back of computer, 49 diagnostic, 49 hard-drive activity, 64 M memory installation guidelines, 74 installing, 75 overview, 73 messages error, 35 Microsoft Windows label, 15 modem problems, 34 140 Index
... 31 removing, 85 front panel removing, 96 replacing, 97 H hard drive activity light, 64 installing, 83 problems, 33 removing, 82 hardware conflicts, 59 Dell Diagnostics, 52 problems, 38 Hardware Troubleshooter, 59 headphone connector, 65 Help and Support Center, 14 help file, 14 accessing, 30 Hyper-Threading, 27 I ... connector, 67 problems, 39 L labels Microsoft Windows, 15 Service Tag, 15 lights back of computer, 49 diagnostic, 49 hard-drive activity, 64 M memory installation guidelines, 74 installing, 75 overview, 73 messages error, 35 Microsoft Windows label, 15 modem problems, 34 140 Index