Dell OptiPlex 330 Support Question
Dell OptiPlex 330 Support Question
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Question posted by gagcha on October 13th, 2013
How To Repair Dell Optiplex 330 Motherboard Bios Update
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Quick Reference - Page 2
... registered trademarks of Intel Corporation;
Model DCSM and DCNE
September 2007
P/N JY235
Rev.
Dell Inc.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of your computer.
Trademarks used in this document to refer to...
Quick Reference - Page 4
... Connectors 41 Removing the Computer Cover 43 Inside View of Your Computer 45 System Board Components 46 Replacing the Computer Cover 47 Solving Problems 47 Dell Diagnostics 48 Power Lights 51 Beep Codes 53 System Messages 54 Diagnostic Lights 56 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 60 Clearing CMOS Settings 62 Flashing the...
Quick Reference - Page 5
...your computer or advanced technical-reference material for my computer • Desktop System Software (DSS)
Find It Here
Drivers and Utilities Media
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities... and documentation updates can use the media to reinstall drivers (see the online User's Guide), to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes...
Quick Reference - Page 6
... User License Agreement
• How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve
problems
Dell OptiPlex™ 330 User's Guide
Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button→ Help and Support→...
Quick Reference - Page 8
... call and order status, warranty, and repair information
• Service and support - Find It Here
• Solutions -
Proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system
• Customer Care - Online discussion with technical support
• Dell Technical Update Service - asked questions
•...
Quick Reference - Page 9
....
Quick Reference Guide
9 The software automatically detects
your computer and operating
system and installs the updates
appropriate for correct NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may not ship with programs and files
• How to personalize my desktop
Windows Help and Support Center
1 To access Windows Help and Support:
• In Windows...
Quick Reference - Page 11
...and Replacing Parts
This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in the Dell™ Product Information Guide.
• A component can be replaced or-if purchased ... steps before you disconnect the cable.
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the cable itself.
NOTICE: Before touching anything inside the computer.
1 Turn off...
Quick Reference - Page 63
Flashing the BIOS
The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file.
8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support
website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to your desktop.
7 Click Close when the...
Quick Reference - Page 66
..., 29
M
monitor clone mode, 26 connect DVI, 24-25 connect TV, 24, 26 connect two, 24-25 connect VGA, 24-25 display settings, 26 extended desktop mode, 26
motherboard. turning off your computer, 12 Internet connection
about, 17 options, 17 setting up , 15, 23
problems beep codes, 53...
User's Guide - Page 14
... to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 111).
Readme files may not ship with your computer. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the media to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 134), to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for my computer • Desktop System Software...
User's Guide - Page 15
... Information Guide
• How to remove and replace parts
Dell OptiPlex™ 330 User's Guide
• Specifications
Microsoft Windows Help and Support
• How...computer. What Are You Looking For? • Basic troubleshooting information • How to run the Dell Diagnostics • Tools and utilities • How to troubleshoot and solve problems
1 Click the Windows Vista start...
User's Guide - Page 17
...- Certified drivers, patches, and software updates
• Desktop System Software (DSS) -
Upgrade information for your Dell computer. If To download Desktop System Software:
you should also reinstall ...operating system
• Customer Care - Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information
• Service and support - Find It Here
• Solutions - Proactive ...
User's Guide - Page 66
...amount. For example, the Auto Power On option in system setup. • Access information about Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation, see the manufacturer's documentation for each component.
• Standby. In this mode... For more information, see the Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation User's Guide available on your computer, such as updating its BIOS or shutting it down remotely.
User's Guide - Page 75
...Software
The security management software provides four features to computers for repair or reconfiguration
• Allows you see the Windows desktop. Type of passwords available in management • Pre-boot ... administrators or service technicians access to help you secure your computer.
2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows ...
User's Guide - Page 93
... computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your desktop and is available or when replacing the system board.
1 Turn on -screen instructions.
The Save In window appears.
6 Click the down arrow to disk, and then click OK. The file icon appears on your computer at the Dell Support
website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download...
User's Guide - Page 143
...Inside Your Computer" on page 144. • You have read the safety information in the Dell™ Product Information
Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-... flat-blade screwdriver • Small Phillips screwdriver • Small plastic scribe • Flash BIOS update program CD
Turning Off Your Computer
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open...
User's Guide - Page 144
... turns off .
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on a card. Some cables have connectors with care. NOTICE: ...safety guidelines to help to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is complete.
2 Ensure that the computer and all attached...Windows Vista Start button , in the lower-left corner of the desktop, click the arrow in the
lower-right corner of the Start menu...
User's Guide - Page 252
... and devices to an electrical outlet, and turn them on.
15 Verify that the computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 111).
252
Desktop Computer Parts 1 2
3
1 heat sink assembly 3 captive screw housing (2)
2 heat-sink assembly bracket
12 Connect any cables disconnected before removing the...
User's Guide - Page 263
...most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable and desktop computers. For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on the status of any Dell products that correspond to...Help
263 For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 267.
A recording prompts you for customer assistance. Problems With Your Order
If...
User's Guide - Page 270
... the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with the FCC regulations:
• Product name: OptiPlex 330
• Model number: DCSM and DCNE
• Company name: Dell Inc. Worldwide Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Affairs One Dell Way Round Rock, TX 78682 USA 512-338-4400
NOTE: For further regulatory information, see your Product...
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