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    Dell™ Dimension™ 5150C Owner's Manual front-panel door (open) front-panel door (push to open) power button power light diagnostic lights hard-drive activity light headphone connector microphone connector IEEE 1394 connector optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader* CD or DVD drive light USB 2.0
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    of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable. Information in this
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    Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer 13 Printer Cable 13 Connecting a USB Printer 14 Using a Media Card Reader (Optional 14 Connecting DVDs 21 How to Copy a CD or DVD 21 Using Blank CDs and DVDs 22 Helpful Tips 23 Power Management 24 Standby Mode 24 Hibernate Mode 24 Power
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    Tips 29 Battery Problems 29 Drive Problems 29 CD and DVD drive problems 30 Hard drive problems 31 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 31 Error Messages 32 Media Card Reader Problems 33 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 33 Keyboard Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 34 The computer does
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    42 Video and Monitor Problems 42 If the screen is blank 42 If the screen is difficult to read 43 3 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights 45 Dell Diagnostics 48 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 48 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 48 Drivers 49 What Is a Driver 49 Reinstalling Drivers 50
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    Memory 68 Cards 68 Drives 73 Connecting Drive Cables 73 Drive Interface Connectors 74 Power Cable Connector 74 Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables 74 Hard Drive 75 Removing a Hard Drive 76 Installing a Hard Drive 77 CD/DVD Drive 78 Removing a CD/DVD Drive 78 Installing a CD/DVD
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    Specifications 95 System Setup 99 Overview 99 Entering System Setup 100 System Setup Options 102 Boot Sequence 105 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 107 Clearing CMOS Settings 108 Cleaning Your Computer 108 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 108 Mouse 109 CDs and DVDs 109 Dell Technical Support
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    8 Contents
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    information may ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Find it Here Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to set up my
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    status and support history, service contract, online discussions with technical support • Reference - Computer documentation, details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Desktop System Software
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    as a modem) Find it Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. Finding Information
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    12 Finding Information
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    . See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. • Contact the printer manufacturer for technical assistance. Printer Cable
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    Reader to transfer data directly to your computer. The Media Card Reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture Card • SmartMedia (SMC) • CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) • MicroDrive Card • SecureDigital Card (SD) • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) 14 Setting Up and
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    you encounter resistance, do not force the media or card. Check the card orientation and try again. Connecting a TV (Optional) NOTE: To connect a TV to your computer, you must have a video card that has TV-out functionality and an S-video cable, which is available at most consumer electronics stores
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    Settings 1 After you connect the TV, turn on the computer. The Microsoft® Windows® desktop displays on the monitor. 2 Enable clone mode or extended desktop mode in the display settings. • In clone mode, the monitor and TV display the same image. • In extended desktop mode, you can drag objects from
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    method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later operating systems. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen
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    manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions service status, or try connecting again later. Playing a CD or DVD NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. NOTICE: Do not move the computer
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    4 Press the eject button or gently push in the tray. To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to copy CDs, see the CD software that came with your computer. NOTE: Ensure that you follow all copyright laws when you create CDs. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 19
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    track. Stop. Go to the previous track. Eject. Go to the next track. A DVD player includes the following basic buttons: Stop. Play. Fast forward. Pause. Fast reverse. Go information on playing CDs or DVDs, click Help on the CD or DVD player (if available). 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
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    window. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to DVD media. If you have a CD-RW/DVD combo drive and you experience recording problems, check for available software patches on the Sonic support website at www.sonic.com. The DVD-writable drives installed in Dell computers
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    and click the Disc Copy button. The computer reads your source CD or DVD and copies the data to a temporary folder on your computer hard drive. When prompted, insert a blank CD or DVD into the drive and click OK. • If you have two CD or DVD drives, select the drive into which you have inserted your
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    stereos. • You cannot create audio DVDs with Sonic DigitalMedia. • Music MP3 files can be played only on MP3 players or on computers that have MP3 software installed. • Commercially available DVD players used in home theater systems may not support all available DVD formats. For a list of formats
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    is on and you are not using it. You can reduce power to just the monitor or the hard drive, or you can use standby mode or hibernate mode to reduce power to the entire computer. When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, the Windows desktop is restored to the state it was in before it
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    space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. Power Options Properties Define your standby mode
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    the display to go blank and the audio to mute. In this mode, the computer is still operating as indicated by the power button indicator and diagnostic lights 1, 2, and 4 being lit. Also, you may notice that the hard drive indicator may blink when the hard drive is being accessed by an external
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    is an Intel® technology that can enhance overall computer performance by allowing one physical processor to function as two logical processors, capable of performing certain tasks simultaneously. It is recommended that you use the Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later operating system
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    is using Hyper-Threading technology: 1 Click the Start button, right-click My Computer, and then click Properties. 2 Click Hardware and click Device Manager. 3 In the Device Manager window, click the plus (+) sign next to Processors. If Hyper-Threading is enabled, the processor is listed twice
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    have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see page 92). If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell (see page 111). Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the
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    DVD drive problems NOTE: High-speed CD or DVD drive vibration is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in the drive or the CD or DVD. NOTE: Because of different regions worldwide and different disc formats, not all DVD titles work in all DVD drives. ADJUST THE WINDOWS VOLUME
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    Hard drive problems RUN CHECK DISK - 1 Click the Start button and click My Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk C:. 3 Click Properties. and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTE:
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    it and connect to the Internet. For help, contact your Internet service provider. Error Messages CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the
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    N D - Contact Dell (see page 111). Media Card Reader Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NO DRIVE LETTER IS ASSIGNED - When Microsoft Windows XP detects the Media Card Reader, the device is
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    Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. The computer does not start up C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I G H T S - See page 45. ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY
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    to non-Windows XP operating instructions on the screen. A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns
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    TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, OR CDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. IF YOU
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    memory. For more information about the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 95. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 48). Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide
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    page 51. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S G R E E N A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I N G - See "Diagnostic Lights" on page
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    the memory modules (see page 66). • Remove and then reinstall any cards (see page 68). • Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see page 72). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G A M B E R - The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem
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    , follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your scanner, contact the scanner's manufacturer. C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R D O C U M E N T A T I O N - See the scanner documentation for setup and troubleshooting information
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    in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. No sound from speakers NOTE: The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. If you have been listening to MP3 songs, ensure that you did not turn the player volume down or off
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    the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: See the monitor documentation for troubleshooting procedures. If the
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    documentation for instructions on Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to appear "shaky." Turn off nearby devices to check for interference. ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS
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    44 Solving Problems
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    , follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4" on the front panel (see page 57). When the computer starts normally, the lights flash. If the computer malfunctions, the color
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    restart the computer. • If the problem still exists, install a graphics card that you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell (see page 111). A possible floppy or hard drive failure has Reseat all power and data cables
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    problem persists, contact Dell (see page 111). • Press the power button • Move the mouse • Press any key on the keyboard • Press any key on the optional MCE remote control • Ensure that the cables are properly connected to the system board from the hard drive, CD drive, and DVD drive (see page 64
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    section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" on page 29 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. NOTICE
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    own set of specialized commands that only its driver recognizes. Dell ships your computer to you with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is needed. Many drivers, such as the keyboard driver, come with your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. You may need to
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    support.dell.com provides approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver
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    in when you purchased the computer. Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications installed after you received the computer. NOTE: Dell PC Restore is available only on computers purchased in certain regions. Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore The
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    set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you install a device driver
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    reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard- hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on the computer. During the boot process, a blue bar with www.dell
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    on the hard drive. 6 Right-click Local Disk (C) in Windows Explorer, click Properties, and verify that the additional disk space is available as indicated by the increased value for Free Space. 7 Click Finish to close the PC Restore Removal window. 8 Restart the computer. 54 Troubleshooting Tools
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    exist: • You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 55 and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 55. • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the
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    or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not
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    connectors. 12 11 10 1 2 9 8 3 7 6 5 4 1 CD/DVD drive eject button 2 CD/DVD drive-activity light 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Press this button to eject a CD/DVD from the drive. The drive activity light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. Use the front USB connectors
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    as digital video cameras. It is recommended that you use the back IEEE 1394 connector for devices that typically remain connected, such as external hard drives and other storage devices. Press this button to turn on the computer. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not use the power button to turn off
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    Back View 1 2 3 4 1 voltage selection switch (may not be available See the safety instructions in the Product on all computers) Information Guide for more information. 2 power connector Insert the power cable. 3 back panel connectors Plug IEEE 1394, USB and other devices into the appropriate
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    , use the connector on the card. It is recommended that you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for your network. If you must use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to ensure reliable operation. Flashes a yellow light when the computer is transmitting or receiving network data
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    video cameras. Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 55). 2 Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned
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    6 Pull back the cover latch release on the top panel. security cable slot cover release latch computer cover 7 Locate the two hinge tabs on the bottom edge of the computer. 8 Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up, using the bottom hinges as leverage points. 9 Release the cover
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    , follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. CD/DVD drive drive release latch power supply and fan hard drive front-panel door power button heat sink
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    Card Reader connector (F_USB) processor connector (CPU) S/PDIF audio connector (SPDIF) modem connector video connector (VGA) power connector (ATXPWR1) memory module connectors (2, 4) memory module connectors (1, 3) battery socket (BATTERY) RTC reset jumper (RTCRST) SATA connector (SATA0) CD/DVD
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    can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. Your computer supports unbuffered, non-ECC, DDR2 memory. NOTE: Buffered memory is not supported on this computer. DDR2 Memory Overview DDR2 memory modules should be installed in pairs of matched memory size, speed
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    . Any address space reserved for these components cannot be used by computer memory. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your
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    securing clips (2) connector 5 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. notch memory module cutouts (2) crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the
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    , check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from
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    in the next section. If you are removing but not replacing a card, see "Removing a PCI Express Card" on page 72. If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system. Installing a PCI Express Card 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55
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    If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with step 5. 4 If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Grasp the card by its top corners
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    within slot bracket caught outside of slot 9 Before you close the card retention door, ensure that: • The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. • The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide. Removing and Installing Parts 71
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    then plug it into the computer. 12 Replace the computer cover (see page 93), reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 13 Install any drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation. Removing a PCI Express Card 1 Follow the procedures in
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    the card's driver. Drives Your computer supports a combination of these devices: • One serial ATA drive • One FlexBay drive (optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader) • One CD or DVD drive CD/DVD drive FlexBay for optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader (under CD/DVD drive) hard drive
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    or card. NOTICE: When you connect an IDE interface cable, do not place the colored stripe away from pin 1 of the connector. Reversing the cable prevents the drive from operating and could damage the controller, the drive, or both. Serial ATA Connector interface cable interface connector Power Cable
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    -in hole on the other connector. Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the
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    procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 2 Press in on the blue tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out of the computer. tabs (2) hard drive 3 Disconnect the power and hard-drive cable from the drive. power cable 76 Removing and Installing Parts serial ATA data cable
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    computer. NOTE: If your replacement hard drive does not have the plastic guide bracket attached, remove the bracket from the old drive by unsnapping it from the drive. Snap the bracket onto the new drive. tabs (2) drive drive bracket 3 Connect the power and hard-drive cables to the drive. power
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    or feel the drive securely installed. tabs (2) hard drive 6 Replace the computer cover (page 93). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer. 7 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on
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    CD/DVD drive drive release latch NOTE: The interface cable is held in place by the metal drive bracket and does not need to be removed from the drive. 4 Disconnect the interface cable from the interface cable connector on the system board (see page 64). interface cable interface cable connector
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    Installing a CD/DVD Drive 1 Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation. Check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. If you are installing an IDE drive, configure the drive for the cable select setting. 2 Connect the interface
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    out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents. 5 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). 6 Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on. 7 See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for
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    Begin" on page 55. 2 Remove the CD/DVD drive (see page 78). 3 Remove the hard drive (see page 76). 4 Disconnect the interface cable from the back of the Media Card Reader and from the Media Card Reader connector on the system board (see page 64). interface cable 82 Removing and Installing Parts
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    5 Pull up on the drive release latch and slide the Media Card Reader towards the back of the computer. Then, lift to remove the drive from the computer. Media Card Reader drive release latch Installing a Media Card Reader 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 2 Remove the Media
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    3 Slide the drive into place until you hear a click or feel the drive securely installed. 4 Connect the interface cable to the back of the Media Card Reader and to the Media Card Reader connector on the system board. interface cable 84 Removing and Installing Parts
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    drive (see page 80). 6 Replace the hard drive (see page 77). 7 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable in to the network device and then plug it in to the computer. 8 Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn
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    release latch 5 Disconnect the interface cable from the system board (see page 64). NOTE: The interface cable is held in place by the metal drive bracket and does not need to be removed from the drive. cable release tab interface cable edge connector 86 Removing and Installing Parts interface
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    does not need to be removed from the drive. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 2 Gently slide the drive into place until you hear a click or feel the drive securely installed. 3 Attach the interface cable to the system board (see page 64). Removing and Installing Parts 87
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    interface cable 4 Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents. 5 Replace the CD/DVD drive (see page 80). 6 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable in to the network device
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    you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: Before you remove or install the modem, make sure to disconnect all telephone and network cables from your computer. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your
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    correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. 3 Install the new modem: a Align the modem with the screw to replace and tighten the two screws that secure the modem to the system board. 4 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). Replacing the External
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    wire and re-connect the modem cable to the modem. 7 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your
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    batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Replacing the Battery NOTE: For information regarding the type of coin-cell battery, see "Power page 55. 3 Remove the computer cover (see page 61). 4 Locate the battery socket (see page 64). NOTICE: If you pry the battery out of its socket with
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    Guide for battery disposal information. Replacing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. 1 Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way. Gently pull the power
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    94 Removing and Installing Parts
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    Specifications Processor Processor types Level 1 (L1) cache Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS processors 128 KB for Celeron D processors (depending on your computer configuration) pipelined-burst, eight-way set associative, write-
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    accessible one slimline 3.5-inch media bay one slimline 5.25-inch drive bay Available devices Serial ATA drive, USB memory devices, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD+RW drive, DVD/CD-RW combo drive, DVD+/-RW, and Media Card Reader Internally accessible one bay for 1-inch high hard drive 96 Appendix
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    Video USB Audio Network adapter Modem System board connectors: IDE drive Serial ATA Fan PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 USB MDC Floppy connector Front panel Power Processor power IEEE 1394 one 6-pin powered back-panel connector one 6-pin powered header for optional Media Card Reader (3.5-inch bay
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    is calculated based upon the power supply wattage rating. Voltage (See the safety instructions manual selection power supply - 90 to 135 V at 50/60 Hz; 180 to in the Product Information Guide 265 V at 50/60 Hz for important voltage setting information.) Backup battery 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell
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    system setup as follows: • To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password • To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed Appendix 99
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    on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Then shut down your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 55) and try
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    List - This field appears on the left side of the system setup window. The field is a scrollable list containing features that define the configuration of your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Option Field - This field contains information about
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    Info Memory Info Date/Time Boot Sequence Drives Diskette Drive Drives 0 through 1 SATA Operation Onboard Devices NIC Controller 1394 Controller Card Reader Audio Controller Lists system information such as the computer name, the BIOS version number and date, system tags, and other system-specific
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 103
    ® Technology will be enabled for any supported processor in the computer. • Bypass - Your computer does not test or change the current acoustics mode setting. • Quiet (default) - The hard drive operates at its most quiet setting. • Suggested - The hard drive operates at the level suggested by the
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 104
    protector. Suspend Mode The options are S1, a suspend state where the computer is running in a lowpower mode, and S3, a standby state where the power is reduced or turned off for most components, however, system memory remains active. Quick Resume This feature enables/disables the Intel Viiv
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 105
    hard drive. If no operating system is on the drive, the computer generates an error message. • CD Drive - The computer attempts to boot from the CD drive. If no CD is in the drive, or if the CD has no operating system, the computer generates an error message. • USB Flash Device - Insert the memory
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 106
    press . For example, if you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . NOTE: To boot and press to access the menu. NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to restore it. 3 Press the up- and down-arrow keys to move through the
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 107
    3 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 93). 4 Connect your computer and monitor to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 5 After the Microsoft® Windows® desktop appears on your computer, shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 55). 6 Turn off
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    the hard drive (see page 77). 5 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 93). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer. 6 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 109
    your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, the keyboard, computer, and plastic Replace the ball and retainer ring, and turn the retainer ring clockwise until it clicks into place. CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions
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    troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the computer and all Dell 's instruction manual, may
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    number: Company name: Dell™ Dimension™ 5150C DHP Dell Inc. Worldwide Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Affairs One Dell Way Round Rock, TX 78682 USA 512-338-4400 Contacting Dell To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites: • www.dell.com • support.dell.com (technical
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    General Support General Support Website: www.dell.com.ar E-mail: [email protected] E-mail for desktop and portable computers: [email protected] E-mail for servers and EMC® storage products: [email protected] Customer Care Tech Support Tech Support Services Sales General Support
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 113
    and Business Preferred Accounts Division (PAD) Customer Care (after sales) Technical Support (portables and desktops) Technical Support (servers and workstations) Corporate Sales Transaction Sales Fax Austria (Vienna) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 900 E-mail
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 114
    /be/fr/emaildell/ Technical Support for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers Technical Support Fax Customer Care Corporate Sales Fax Switchboard Bermuda General Support Bolivia General Support Brazil Website: www.dell.com/br International Access Code
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    or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address General Support Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail: [email protected] Customer Care E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 116
    Switchboard Denmark (Copenhagen) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/dk/da/emaildell/ Country Code: 45 Technical Support for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care (Relational) Home/Small
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 117
    Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/fr/fr/emaildell/ Home and Small Business Technical Support for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care Switchboard Switchboard
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    Switchboard Gold Service Switchboard Sales Fax Grenada General Support Guatemala General Support Guyana General Support Hong Kong Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 852 Technical Support (Dimension and
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 119
    Code: 02 Jamaica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers U.K. Technical Support (dial within U.K. only) Home User
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 120
    Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Japan (Kawasaki) Website: support.jp.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support (servers) Country Code: 81 Technical Support outside of Japan (servers) City Code: 44 Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 121
    .com Technical Support Home/Small Business Sales Corporate Sales Customer Care Fax Technical Support Customer Service (Xiamen, China) Transaction Sales (Xiamen, China) Website: support.ap.dell.com Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Technical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 122
    Customer Technical Support Sales Customer Service Main Montserrat Netherlands Antilles Netherlands (Amsterdam) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 31 City Code: 20 General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com Technical Support for XPS portable computers only Technical
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 123
    00 Country Code: 64 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address E-mail (New Zealand): [email protected] E-mail Customer Care (Australia and New Zealand): [email protected] Customer Care Technical Support (for desktop and portable computers) Technical Support (for servers
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 124
    : 351 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/pt/en/emaildell/ Technical Support Customer Care Sales Fax Puerto Rico General Support St. Kitts and Nevis General Support St. Lucia General Support St. Vincent and
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    and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Gold Queue Technical Support Customer Care Sales Fax Switchboard Customer Technical Support, Customer Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 126
    Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Sweden (Upplands Vasby) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/se/sv/emaildell/ Country Code: 46 Technical Support for XPS portable computers only City Code: 8 Technical Support for all
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 127
    Sales General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/Form/Home.asp E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support (Corporate/Preferred Accounts/PAD [1000+ employees]) Technical Support for XPS portable computers
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 128
    ) Customers Dell Sales U.S. Virgin Islands Venezuela Dell Outlet Store (Dell refurbished computers) Software and Peripherals Sales Spare Parts Sales Extended Service and Warranty Sales Fax Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired General Support General Support Area Codes
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 129
    Index A audio. See sound B battery problems, 29 replacing, 91 BIOS, 99 boot sequence, 105 changing, 105-106 option settings, 105 booting to a USB device, 105 C cards installing, 69 removing, 72 slots, 68 types supported, 68 CD/DVD drive problems, 30 CD/DVD-RW drive problems, 30 CDs, 21 playing, 18
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 130
    H hard drive installing, 77 problems, 31 removing, 76 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 48 Hardware Troubleshooter, 51 Help and Support Center, 11 hibernate mode, 24, 26 Hyper-Threading, 27 I IEEE 1394 problems, 33 installing parts before you begin, 55 recommended tools, 55 turning off your computer, 55
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 131
    30 CD/DVD-RW drive, 30 computer crashes, 34-35 problems (continued) computer stops responding, 34-35 Dell Diagnostics, 48 diagnostic lights, 45 drives, 29 DVD drive, 30 e-mail, 31 error messages, 32 general, 34 hard drive, 31 IEEE 1394, 33 Internet, 31 keyboard, 34 media card reader, 33 memory, 36
  • Dell Dimension 5150C | Owner's Manual - Page 132
    , 48 diagnostic lights, 45 Hardware Troubleshooter, 51 Help and Support Center, 11 restore to previous operating state, 51-52 tips, 29 TV connect to computer, 15 U USB booting to devices, 105 V video problems, 42 volume adjusting, 41 W warranty information, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 50
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Dell™ Dimension™ 5150C
Owner’s Manual
Model DHP
*
Not present on certain computers.
front-panel
door (push to
open)
power button
power light
diagnostic lights
headphone connector
front-panel door (open)
microphone connector
optional floppy drive or
Media Card Reader*
network connector
IEEE 1394 connector
voltage selection switch
USB 2.0 connectors (5)
center/LFE connector
modem connector
CD or DVD drive light
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
IEEE 1394 connector
power connector
integrated video connector
S/PDIF-out connector
microphone/side-surround sound connector
PCI Express x16 card slot
PCI Express x1 card slot
line-out connector
line-in connector
rear-surround sound
connector
hard-drive activity light