Dell OptiPlex 210L Support Question
Dell OptiPlex 210L Support Question
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Question posted by zeuslen on July 3rd, 2014
How To Restore Computer Dell Optiplex 210l To Factory Settings
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Answer #1: Posted by bengirlxD on July 3rd, 2014 10:38 AM
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HEre are the instructions on howto reset your device:
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Related Dell OptiPlex 210L Manual Pages
Quick Reference Guide - Page 2
... Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to avoid the problem.
Information in trademarks and trade names other than its own. Intel and Pentium are optional and may be used in this text: Dell, OptiPlex, and the DELL logo are not applicable.
Quick Reference Guide - Page 3
... 19
Inside Your Computer 20 Mini Tower Computer 20 Desktop Computer 23
Setting Up Your Computer 26
Solving Problems 28 Dell Diagnostics 28 System Lights 31
Diagnostic Lights 32 Beep Codes 35 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 36 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 36 Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP 37
Using the Drivers and...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 5
... My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS)
•...Dell Optiplex User's Guide.
NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to run the Dell Diagnostics or access your documentation. (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide
• How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 6
...status and support history, service contract, and online discussions with other also use support.dell.com or contact technical support.
• Enter the Express Service Code to view...• Service and support - Troubleshooting hints and tips, Dell Support Website - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates
• Desktop System Software (DSS) - DSS is necessary for
all regions...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 10
To avoid damaging a computer with a manual voltage-selection switch, set to 115-V. NOTICE: In Japan, the voltage-selection switch must be set the switch to operate with a manual voltage-selection switch. Also, ensure that most closely matches the AC power available in your location.
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Quick Reference ...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 13
... a power-saving mode.
• Blinking or solid amber - It is recommended that you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown.
4 Dell badge
This badge can also rotate the badge using the slot provided near the bottom of your online User's Guide. The computer is receiving electrical...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 14
... your location.
5 padlock ring
Insert a padlock to lock the computer cover.
6 cover release latch
Use this latch to open the computer cover.
Desktop Computer - Back-Panel Connectors
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Quick Reference Guide Desktop Computer - To avoid damaging a computer with a manual voltage-selection switch, set to operate with a manual voltage-selection switch.
Quick Reference Guide - Page 16
... Begin
This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in the Product Information Guide.
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Quick Reference Guide The computer turns off your Dell™ Product Information Guide. If your computer and attached
devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down the operating system: a Save and close...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 17
...computer from the electrical outlet before you connect a cable, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is attached. Quick Reference Guide
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As you lift the cover. 4 Grip the sides... (see "Desktop Computer" on a soft nonabrasive surface. NOTICE: Before touching anything inside the computer. 1 Turn off your computer and all attached devices from the hinge tabs and set it is not...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 19
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the hinge tabs and set it aside on a soft nonabrasive surface.
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1 security cable slot 2 cover release latch 3 padlock ring
Quick Reference Guide
19 Desktop Computer
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 22
jumpered
The real-time clock is being reset (jumpered temporarily).
unjumpered
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Quick Reference Guide RTCRST
3 2 1
Password features are enabled (default). The real-time clock has not been reset. Jumper Settings Mini Tower Computer
PSWD
RTCRST
Jumper PSWD
1 2 3
Setting
Description Password features are disabled.
Quick Reference Guide - Page 25
jumpered
The real-time clock is being reset (jumpered temporarily). Jumper Settings Desktop Computer
PSWD
RTCRST
Jumper PSWD
1 2 3
Setting
Description
Password features are disabled.
unjumpered
Quick Reference Guide
25 RTCRST
3 2 1
Password features are enabled (default). The real-time clock has not been reset.
Quick Reference Guide - Page 28
..." of your online User's Guide. Express Service Code
Service Tag:
Dell Diagnostics
CAUTION: Before you contact Dell for your computer does not perform as your online User's Guide. For...an example of the Express Service Code and Service Tag, see "Finding Information" on Dell™ computers.
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Quick Reference Guide
If computer problems occur that require help you experience...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 29
... known as the ResourceCD).
If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 9 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.
3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 30
... and requires no interaction on the screen.
You can customize the test by changing the test settings.
4 When the tests are completed, if you are having.
2 If a problem is ...User's Guide. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description.
To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen.
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Quick Reference Guide
If you...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 36
... Next. 3 Click a calendar date to which you want to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. If two or more restore points are available, click the restore point that Restore my computer to an earlier time is automatically selected. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
If...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 37
...Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. 4 After the computer restarts, click OK. Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP... view in Windows XP Home Edition, so the steps will differ if you set your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view or are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 38
...logo appears, wait until you to do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again.
5 Press the ...your computer before you installed the new device driver (see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on your operating system to load any open files and exit any required drivers, ...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 40
..., respond to the prompts offered by the installation program. 4 Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 5 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, Device Type, and Topic...to inform you are running Windows. 1 Turn on the computer and allow it to boot to the Windows desktop. 2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into the CD drive.
Using the Drivers and Utilities CD
To ...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 42
..., 5 ResourceCD, 5 Windows XP, 37
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safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software
conflicts, 36 system board, 21, 24 System Restore, 36
Windows XP Hardware Troubleshooter, 36 Help and Support Center, 7 reinstalling, 37 setup, 39 System Restore, 36
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troubleshooting beep codes, 35 conflicts, 36 Dell Diagnostics, 28 diagnostic lights, 32 Hardware Troubleshooter, 36 Help and Support Center...
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