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fans (2) diagnostic lights mouse connector cover latch release network adapter connector TV-OUT connector* DVI video connector sound card connectors security cable slot padlock ring modem connector power connector Model WHL www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ Dimension™ XPS headphone connector microphone connector USB 2.0 connectors (2) IEEE 1394 connector serial port parallel port keyboard connector USB 2.0 connectors (6) VGA video connector PCI card (4), PCI Express x1 card (1), PCI Express x16 card (1) slots fans (2) *Not present on all computers.
fans (2) diagnostic lights mouse connector cover latch release network adapter connector TV-OUT connector* DVI video connector sound card connectors security cable slot padlock ring modem connector power connector Model WHL www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ Dimension™ XPS headphone connector microphone connector USB 2.0 connectors (2) IEEE 1394 connector serial port parallel port keyboard connector USB 2.0 connectors (6) VGA video connector PCI card (4), PCI Express x1 card (1), PCI Express x16 card (1) slots fans (2) *Not present on all computers.
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... 37 CD and DVD drive problems 38 Hard drive problems 39 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 39 Error Messages 40 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 41 Keyboard Problems 41 Lockups and Software Problems 42 The computer does not start up 42 The computer stops responding 42 A program stops responding 42 A program crashes...
... 37 CD and DVD drive problems 38 Hard drive problems 39 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 39 Error Messages 40 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 41 Keyboard Problems 41 Lockups and Software Problems 42 The computer does not start up 42 The computer stops responding 42 A program stops responding 42 A program crashes...
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Only 129 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 129 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 129 Contents 7 Processor 103 Removing the Processor 103 Installing the Processor 106 Front ... 119 Entering System Setup 120 System Setup Options 121 Boot Sequence 124 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 126 Clearing CMOS Settings 127 Cleaning Your Computer 127 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 127 Mouse 128 Floppy Drive 128 CDs and DVDs 128...
Only 129 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 129 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 129 Contents 7 Processor 103 Removing the Processor 103 Installing the Processor 106 Front ... 119 Entering System Setup 120 System Setup Options 121 Boot Sequence 124 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 126 Clearing CMOS Settings 127 Cleaning Your Computer 127 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 127 Mouse 128 Floppy Drive 128 CDs and DVDs 128...
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... a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. 4 Define your hibernate settings on the keyboard or move the mouse. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 31 Power Management Overview The Microsoft® Windows® XP power management features can reduce the amount of electricity your computer uses when it is ...options related to security and networking appear in standby mode, it . To set standby mode to the state it was in Windows XP Home Edition. NOTE: Windows XP Professional includes security and networking features not available in before it entered hibernate mode. When a Windows...
... a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. 4 Define your hibernate settings on the keyboard or move the mouse. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 31 Power Management Overview The Microsoft® Windows® XP power management features can reduce the amount of electricity your computer uses when it is ...options related to security and networking appear in standby mode, it . To set standby mode to the state it was in Windows XP Home Edition. NOTE: Windows XP Professional includes security and networking features not available in before it entered hibernate mode. When a Windows...
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...Setting Up and Using Your Computer If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. If you want to use your standby mode settings,...conservation. • Portable/Laptop - If your computer is called a scheme. If you . www.dell.com | support.dell.com To exit from the Power schemes drop-down menu displays the following schemes: • Always ... hibernate mode requires a special file on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of hibernation, because the keyboard and the mouse do not function when the ...
...Setting Up and Using Your Computer If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. If you want to use your standby mode settings,...conservation. • Portable/Laptop - If your computer is called a scheme. If you . www.dell.com | support.dell.com To exit from the Power schemes drop-down menu displays the following schemes: • Always ... hibernate mode requires a special file on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of hibernation, because the keyboard and the mouse do not function when the ...
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... click Help and Support. 2 In the Help and Support window, click Performance and maintenance. 3 In the Performance and maintenance window, click Conserving power on the keyboard or click the mouse. To program these functions, click an option from the displayed list. If you want to use the hibernate settings you defined...
... click Help and Support. 2 In the Help and Support window, click Performance and maintenance. 3 In the Performance and maintenance window, click Conserving power on the keyboard or click the mouse. To program these functions, click an option from the displayed list. If you want to use the hibernate settings you defined...
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... 1394 device is firmly connected to the computer. • Shut down the computer (see page 67), reconnect the keyboard cable as shown on the setup diagram for your computer, and then restart the computer. • Check the cable... 1394 device manufacturer. Close all windows and open the program that you might have to restart your computer. Contact Dell (see page 131). Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you want to use first. Contact Dell (see page 131). I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A N I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I C E N O T P R O V I D E D B Y D E L L - If so, ...
... 1394 device is firmly connected to the computer. • Shut down the computer (see page 67), reconnect the keyboard cable as shown on the setup diagram for your computer, and then restart the computer. • Check the cable... 1394 device manufacturer. Close all windows and open the program that you might have to restart your computer. Contact Dell (see page 131). Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you want to use first. Contact Dell (see page 131). I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A N I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I C E N O T P R O V I D E D B Y D E L L - If so, ...
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... seconds until the computer turns off. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to the computer, and try using the keyboard. If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. See page ...simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 Click the program that is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. 42 Solving Problems 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 - TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - www.dell.com | support.dell.com TE S T T H E K E Y B O A R D - See page 53.
... seconds until the computer turns off. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to the computer, and try using the keyboard. If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. See page ...simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 Click the program that is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. 42 Solving Problems 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 - TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - www.dell.com | support.dell.com TE S T T H E K E Y B O A R D - See page 53.
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...turns off. A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to nonWindows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories, and then ...click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - C H E C K T H E S O F T W A ...
...turns off. A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to nonWindows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories, and then ...click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - C H E C K T H E S O F T W A ...
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... THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I N G S - See page 64. RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow keys to highlight Shut down or Turn Off, and then press . 3 After the computer turns off , that indicates no network communication exists. Replace the...
... THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I N G S - See page 64. RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow keys to highlight Shut down or Turn Off, and then press . 3 After the computer turns off , that indicates no network communication exists. Replace the...
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...power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices on . A device might exist. • Ensure that the voltage selection switch... connected to the same electrical outlet 46 Solving Problems I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - Press a key on page 53. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any cards (see page 79). • Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see page...
...power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices on . A device might exist. • Ensure that the voltage selection switch... connected to the same electrical outlet 46 Solving Problems I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - Press a key on page 53. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any cards (see page 79). • Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see page...
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... lit or blinking, the monitor has power. Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as shown on the keyboard or move the mouse. See page 53. Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to read C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E... O V E T H E S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E M O N I C A L O U T L E T - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a graphics extension cable and removing the cable solves the problem, the cable is defective. •...
... lit or blinking, the monitor has power. Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as shown on the keyboard or move the mouse. See page 53. Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to read C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E... O V E T H E S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E M O N I C A L O U T L E T - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a graphics extension cable and removing the cable solves the problem, the cable is defective. •...
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...Main Menu screen. Drivers What Is a Driver? Each device has its driver recognizes. Dell ships your operating system. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for operating systems that are completed, if you with your ...devices attached to install drivers if you experience a problem with any other programs that controls a device such as the keyboard driver, come with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is needed. Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your...
...Main Menu screen. Drivers What Is a Driver? Each device has its driver recognizes. Dell ships your operating system. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for operating systems that are completed, if you with your ...devices attached to install drivers if you experience a problem with any other programs that controls a device such as the keyboard driver, come with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is needed. Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your...
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Use the front USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards. Attach high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as joysticks or cameras. It is recommended that you use the back USB connectors for... voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. Use the microphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of speakers. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Front View (Doors Open) 1 2 3 4 1 headphone connector 2 microphone connector 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 4 IEEE 1394 connector Use the headphone connector to attach a ...
Use the front USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards. Attach high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as joysticks or cameras. It is recommended that you use the back USB connectors for... voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. Use the microphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of speakers. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Front View (Doors Open) 1 2 3 4 1 headphone connector 2 microphone connector 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 4 IEEE 1394 connector Use the headphone connector to attach a ...
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... printer, plug it into the DVI connector on the diagnostic code. Do not block the vents. 72 Removing and Installing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 DVI video connector If your monitor has a DVI connector, plug it into a USB connector. 14 diagnostic lights (4) Use...connector (COM 1) Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to attach a personal computer microphone for devices that you have a standard keyboard, plug it into the VGA connector on the computer. Use the pink microphone connector to the serial port. 13 parallel connector Connect a parallel ...
... printer, plug it into the DVI connector on the diagnostic code. Do not block the vents. 72 Removing and Installing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 DVI video connector If your monitor has a DVI connector, plug it into a USB connector. 14 diagnostic lights (4) Use...connector (COM 1) Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to attach a personal computer microphone for devices that you have a standard keyboard, plug it into the VGA connector on the computer. Use the pink microphone connector to the serial port. 13 parallel connector Connect a parallel ...
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... in , line-out, microphone, surround, and center/Low Frequency Effects (LFE) channel; amber light - Connectors External connectors: Serial Parallel IEEE 1394 Video Network adapter PS/2 (keyboard and mouse) USB Audio System board connectors: Primary IDE drive Serial ATA Floppy drive Fan PCI 2.3 PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 Telephony (TAPI) Controls...
... in , line-out, microphone, surround, and center/Low Frequency Effects (LFE) channel; amber light - Connectors External connectors: Serial Parallel IEEE 1394 Video Network adapter PS/2 (keyboard and mouse) USB Audio System board connectors: Primary IDE drive Serial ATA Floppy drive Fan PCI 2.3 PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 Telephony (TAPI) Controls...
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...The BIOS detects the device and adds the USB flash option to Off, this feature, for devices. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Numlock Key OS Install POST Hotkeys Keyboard Errors This option involves the rightmost bank of keys on your device is bootable, check the device documentation. Changing... Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can run the Dell Diagnostics on the Dell Dimension ResourceCD, but you want the computer...
...The BIOS detects the device and adds the USB flash option to Off, this feature, for devices. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Numlock Key OS Install POST Hotkeys Keyboard Errors This option involves the rightmost bank of keys on your device is bootable, check the device documentation. Changing... Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can run the Dell Diagnostics on the Dell Dimension ResourceCD, but you want the computer...
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... water. Appendix 127 Do not use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the monitor's antistatic coating. • Wipe the keyboard, computer, and plastic part of the monitor with a soft cleaning cloth moistened with a brush attachment to gently remove dust from the slots... jack and then plug it into the computer. 11 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on . Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor CAUTION: Before you begin any of three parts water and one part dishwashing detergent. Doing so may contain flammable substances. ...
... water. Appendix 127 Do not use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the monitor's antistatic coating. • Wipe the keyboard, computer, and plastic part of the monitor with a soft cleaning cloth moistened with a brush attachment to gently remove dust from the slots... jack and then plug it into the computer. 11 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on . Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor CAUTION: Before you begin any of three parts water and one part dishwashing detergent. Doing so may contain flammable substances. ...
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...back panel of the product. In addition, any Dell-branded monitors, keyboards, mice, speakers, microphones for telephonic modems, docking stations/port replicators, networking products, and all Dell-installed hardware. FCC Notices (U.S. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover all ... and Peripherals Third-party software and peripherals include any optional support service contract purchased with the computer. 2 All Dell-standard components included in the troubleshooting process and provides for purchase. In addition to this technician-assisted technical support,...
...back panel of the product. In addition, any Dell-branded monitors, keyboards, mice, speakers, microphones for telephonic modems, docking stations/port replicators, networking products, and all Dell-installed hardware. FCC Notices (U.S. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover all ... and Peripherals Third-party software and peripherals include any optional support service contract purchased with the computer. 2 All Dell-standard components included in the troubleshooting process and provides for purchase. In addition to this technician-assisted technical support,...
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... crashes, 42-43 inside view, 74 restore to previous state, 61 stops responding, 42 connectors center/LFE, 72 DVI, 72 headphone, 70 IEEE 1394, 70 keyboard, 72 line-in, 72 line-out, 72 connectors (continued) microphone, 72 modem, 72 mouse, 72 network, 71 parallel, 72 power, 72 serial, 72 ...TV-OUT, 71 USB, 70, 72 VGA, 72 video, 72 copying CDs and DVDs, 28 cover closing, 114 cover release latch, 71 opening, 73 D Dell contacting, 129 Dell Solution Center, 9 support policy, 127 support site, 11 Dell Diagnostics, 56 Dell Premier Support website, 10 diagnostic lights, 53 Index 149 Index A audio.
... crashes, 42-43 inside view, 74 restore to previous state, 61 stops responding, 42 connectors center/LFE, 72 DVI, 72 headphone, 70 IEEE 1394, 70 keyboard, 72 line-in, 72 line-out, 72 connectors (continued) microphone, 72 modem, 72 mouse, 72 network, 71 parallel, 72 power, 72 serial, 72 ...TV-OUT, 71 USB, 70, 72 VGA, 72 video, 72 copying CDs and DVDs, 28 cover closing, 114 cover release latch, 71 opening, 73 D Dell contacting, 129 Dell Solution Center, 9 support policy, 127 support site, 11 Dell Diagnostics, 56 Dell Premier Support website, 10 diagnostic lights, 53 Index 149 Index A audio.