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    ™ XPS™ 410 Owner's Manual Service Tag CD or DVD eject button CD or DVD activity light FlexBays (2) for optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader microphone connector headphone connector diagnostic lights hard drive activity light power button USB 2.0 connectors (2) cover release latch
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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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    Contents Finding Information 9 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 Front View of the Computer 13 Back View of the Computer 15 Back Panel Connectors 16 Connecting Monitors 17 Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors 18 Connecting One Monitor With a VGA connector and One Monitor With a
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    a Media Card Reader (Optional 31 IEEE 1394 (Optional 32 Power Management 32 Overview 32 Standby Mode 32 Hibernate Mode 33 Power Options Properties RAID Option ROM Utility 40 Using the Intel® Application Accelerator 42 Dell DataSafe (Optional 46 Intel® Viiv™ Technology (Optional 46 Using
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    Windows XP System Restore 56 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 58 4 Solving Problems 61 Troubleshooting Tips 61 Battery Problems 61 Drive Problems 62 CD and DVD drive problems 62 Hard drive problems 63 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 63 Error Messages 65 Media Card Reader Problems
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    of Your Computer 80 System Board Components 81 Memory 82 Memory Overview 82 Installing Memory 83 Removing Memory 85 Cards 86 PCI Cards 86 PCI Express Cards 91 Drive Panels 100 Removing the Drive Panel 100 Removing the Drive-Panel Insert 101 Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert 102 Replacing
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    121 A Appendix 123 Specifications 123 System Setup 127 Overview 127 Entering System Setup 127 System Setup Options 129 Boot Sequence 132 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 134 Clearing CMOS Settings 135 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 135 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and
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    FCC Notice (U.S. Only 136 FCC Class B 136 Contacting Dell 137 Glossary 159 Index 169 8 Contents
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    users. • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. Dell™ Product Information Guide Finding Information 9
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    Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft® Windows® Product Key Label Service Tag and Microsoft Windows Product Key These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct
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    Dell customers • Upgrades - Upgrade information for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Contact information, service call and order status, and warranty and repair information • Service and support - Service call status, support history, service
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    ) to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. Your operating system product key label is located on your computer. NOTE: The color of your CD varies according to the operating system you ordered. Dell Supported Linux Sites • linux.dell.com • lists.us.dell.com/mailman/listinfo
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    Setting Up and Using Your Computer Front View of the Computer 1 12 2 11 3 10 9 8 7 4 6 5 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13
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    8 hard-drive activity light The hard-drive light is on when the computer reads data from or writes data to the hard drive. The light may also be on when a device such as a CD player is operating. 9 diagnostic lights (4) Use the sequence of the diagnostic lights to help you troubleshoot a problem
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    Plug USB, network, S/PDIF, and audio devices into the appropriate connectors (see "Back Panel Connectors" on page 16). 3 card slots (6) Access connectors for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards. 4 power selection switch Manually select AC input power: 115 volts or 230 volts Setting Up
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    attached. On computers with an additional network connector card, use the connectors on the card and on the back of the computer when setting to 10 Mbps to ensure reliable operation. 3 network activity light Flashes a yellow light when the computer is transmitting or receiving network data. A
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    through an analog audio conversion process. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. Connecting Monitors CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: Your computer supports one VGA
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    If you purchased a graphics card that supports dual monitors, follow these instructions to connect and enable your monitors. The instructions tell you how to connect two monitors with VGA connectors, one monitor with a VGA connector and one monitor with a DVI connector, or a television. Connecting
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    desktop mode, you can drag objects from one screen to the other, effectively doubling the amount of viewable work space. For information on changing the display settings for your graphics card, see the user's guide in the Help and Support Center (click the Start button, click Help and Support
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    capable cards with two setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load paper printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is compatible with your printer. If you purchased a printer cable at the same time
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    you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Your up connection, you need an add-in PCI modem expansion card. If you are using a dial-up connection, connect ® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
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    Click the Start button, then click Internet Explorer. The New Connection Wizard appears. 3 Click Connect to the Internet. 4 In the next window, click the . If you selected Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
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    to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office. 1 Click the Start button, Windows XP Service Pack. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions
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    on a removable media, such as a writable CD or USB drive, for transfer to the new computer. NOTE: You can computer and the guest computer. For instructions on setting up a direct cable connection Direct Cable Connection Between Two Computers in Windows XP. This information may not be available
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    Next. 5 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I want to create a Wizard Disk in the following drive:, then click Next. 6 Insert the removable insert the wizard disk. 2 Click the Start button, then click Run. 3 In the Open field on the Run window, browse to the path for fastwiz (on the
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    . NOTE: For more information about this procedure, search support.dell.com for document #PA1089586 (How Do I Transfer Files From My Old Computer to My New Dell Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System?). NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not be available in some
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    that came with your computer. NOTE: Ensure that you observe all copyright laws when you create CDs or DVDs. A CD player includes the following basic buttons: Play Move backward within the current track Pause Move forward within the current track Stop Go to the previous track Eject Go to the next
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    options, click Help in the Volume Control window. Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties. 1 Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Under
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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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    Microsoft® Windows® Explorer create audio DVDs supported by your DVD player, see the documentation provided with your DVD player or contact the manufacturer. • Do not burn a blank CD-R or CD-RW to its maximum capacity; for example, do not copy a 650-MB file to a blank 650-MB CD. The CD-RW drive
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    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) For information on installing
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    card, contact Dell. Power Management Overview The Microsoft® Windows® XP power management features can reduce the amount of electricity your computer uses when it 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
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    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 settings, hibernate mode settings
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    taskbar for quick access. • Set the computer to prompt you for your Windows password before the computer exits from standby mode or hibernate mode. • Program the power button to activate standby mode, activate hibernate mode, or turn off the computer. To program these functions, click an option
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    the ball cage are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened lightly with isopropyl alcohol. 5 Recenter the rollers in their channels if they the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions that come with the compressed air. Never touch the lens in the drive. If you notice problems, such as
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    36 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
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    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 because Windows types of uses. Your Dell Dimension™ computer supports RAID level 0 and RAID
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    2 Another advantage of a RAID level 0 configuration is that it utilizes the full storage capacities of the drives. For example, two 120-GB drives combine to provide 240 GB of hard drive space on which to store data. NOTE: In a RAID level 0 configuration, the size of the configuration is equal to
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    instructions on how to install a hard drive, see "Installing a Hard Drive" on page 106. You can use one of two methods to configure RAID hard drive to RAID-enabled mode before beginning any of the RAID configuration procedures in this document. Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode 1 Enter
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    procedure will result in the loss of all data on your hard drives. Back up any data you want to keep before continuing 1 Set your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see "Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 39). 2 Press < Windows XP System Restore" on page 56). 40 Optimizing Performance
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    Configuration 1 Set your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see "Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 39). 2 Press Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 56). Deleting a RAID Volume NOTICE: The following procedure will result in the loss of all data on the hard drives in
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    0 volume, then click the right arrow. 5 Click to add a second hard drive, then click Next. To add a third hard drive in your RAID level 0 volume, click the right arrow and click on the third drive until three drives appear in the Selected window, and then click Next. 6 In the Specify Volume Size
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    in the loss of all data on the hard drives in your RAID configuration. Back up any data you want to keep before continuing. 1 Set your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see "Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 39). 2 Click the Start button and point to Programs→ Intel(R) Application
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    RAID-enabled mode (see "Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 39). 3 On the Actions menu, select Create RAID Volume From Existing Hard Drive to launch computer to RAID-enabled mode (see "Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 39). 2 Click the Start button and point to All
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    , and the computer has reported a degraded RAID level 1 volume, you can manually rebuild the computer's redundancy mirror to a new hard drive by performing the following steps: 1 Click the Start button and point to Programs→ Intel(R) Application Accelerator→ Intel Matrix Storage Manager to launch
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    on/off feature. Pressing the power button once causes 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
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    the Quick Resume feature. Enabling the QRT Feature in the Operating system 1 Click the Start button, then click Control Panel. 2 Click the Away tab. 3 Ensure that the check boxes for Enable away mode and Options are checked. 4 Click the Advanced tab. 5 From the When I press the power button on my
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    48 Optimizing Performance
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    , follow the safety instructions 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 "Front View of the Computer" on page 13). When the computer starts normally, the lights flash before turning off. If
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    available, install a working graphics card into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 137). Reseat all power and data cables. A possible USB failure has occurred. Reinstall all USB devices and check all cable connections. 50 Troubleshooting Tools
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    • Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Memory" on page 123). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 137). 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not a graphics card) and restarting the computer (see "Cards" on page 86
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    control • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 137). Another failure has occurred. • Ensure that all hard drive and CD/DVD cables are properly connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 81). • If there is an error message on your screen
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    down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on the screen. If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 137). NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. When contacting Dell support, have
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    to install drivers if you: • Upgrade your operating system • Reinstall your operating system • Connect or install a new device Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. Windows XP
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    Click Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver. Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 After copying the required driver files to your hard drive, click Start
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    the Operating System CD also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use the CD only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer to an
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    , then click Help and Support. 2 Click the task for 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, use Device Driver Rollback (see "Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback" on page 55
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    deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. Use PC Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec is not
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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. Troubleshooting Tools 59
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    60 Troubleshooting Tools
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    when you troubleshoot your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is properly connected. • If an error message appears
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    R - See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 56. R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52. CD and DVD drive problems NOTE: High-speed CD or DVD drive vibration is normal and may cause noise. This does not indicate a defect in the drive or the CD or
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    D - R W D I S C - Search for the keyword standby in Windows Help. Hard drive problems RUN CHECK DISK - 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk C:. 3 Click Properties. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Under Error-checking, click Check Now. 6 Click Scan for and attempt recovery of bad
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    instructions on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. Modem Helper is not available on all computers. VERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS COMMUNICATING WITH WINDOWS Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to verify that the modem is communicating with Windows. If all
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    windows and open the program that you want to use. In some cases, you may have to restart your computer to restore computer resources. If so, run the program that you want to use first. O P E R A T I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 137). Solving Problems
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    it is not running, check to see if it is enabled in the BIOS setup. Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CHECK THE KEYBOARD CABLE - • Ensure that the keyboard cable is firmly connected to
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    Problems CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions 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 "Diagnostic Lights" on page 49. ENSURE THAT THE POWER the power button for
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    hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off, and then restart your computer. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating
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    information about the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 123. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52). Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide
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    Drivers" on page 55. 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 - See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 56. Network Problems CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide
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    " on page 56. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions 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 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52
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    WINDOWS instructions 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. 72 Solving Problems
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    for instructions. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. No sound from speakers NOTE: The volume control in MP3 and other media players may override the Windows volume
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    that the sound is not muted. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: See the monitor documentation for troubleshooting procedures. The screen is blank CHECK THE MONITOR CABLE
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    CHECK THE MONITOR POWER LIGHT - • If the power light is off, firmly press the button to ensure that the monitor is turned on. • If the power light is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. • If the power light is blinking, press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse to resume normal operation. TE
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    76 Solving Problems
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    Information Guide. • A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Flash BIOS update program (download from support.dell.com
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    processor heat-sink assembly, power supply, graphics card, and other components may be very hot during normal operation. Be sure that they have sufficient time to cool before you touch them. NOTICE: Only a certified service and then press the power button to ground the system board. NOTICE: Before
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    Begin" on page 77. 2 If you have installed a security cable, remove it from the security cable slot. NOTICE: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the removed cover-at least 30 cm (1 ft) of desk top space. NOTICE: Ensure that you are working on a level, protected surface to avoid scratching
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    section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 2 9 8 7 6 5 3 4 1 power supply 4 card fan 7 CD or DVD drive 2 system board 3 hard drive 5 media card reader (optional) 6 floppy drive (optional) 8 processor fan 9 processor shroud and processor 80 Removing and
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    12 15 14 1 memory module connectors (1, 2, 3, 4) 4 front panel I/O connector 2 battery socket (BATTERY) 5 main power connector 7 FlexBay USB connector 8 clear CMOS jumper (CLRCMOS) 13 3 SATA Connectors SATA0, SATA1) 6 SATA connectors (4) (SATA2, SATA3, SATA4, SATA5 9 password jumper (CLRPSWD
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    ) thermal sensor connector processor power connector 12 PCI Express x4 card connector 15 PS/2 and Serial connector 18 CPU fan connector Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. For information on the type of memory supported by your computer
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    Any address space reserved for these components cannot be used by computer memory. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer
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    4 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 5 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 3 2 1 3 2 1) 4 3 2 1 1 cutouts (2) 4 crossbar 2 memory module 84 Removing and Installing Parts 4 4 3 notch
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    memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 4 Grasp the module and
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    " on page 90. • If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system. • If you are installing or replacing a PCI Express card, see "Installing a PCI Express Card" on page 92. Installing a PCI Card NOTE: Dell offers an optional customer kit for Audigy II and
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    1 5 4 1 release tabs (2) 4 alignment bar 3 2 2 filler bracket 5 card retention door 3 alignment guide Removing and Installing Parts 87
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    the door is hinged, it will remain in the open position. 2 1 3 1 release tab 2 card retention mechanism 3 card retention door 4 If your computer includes a card retention mechanism to secure the x16 card, press the release tab downward gently and then pivot the mechanism upward to access the
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    3 bracket within slot 6 alignment guide 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. 1 1 card retention door 2 2 release
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    the alignment guide. 14 Snap the card retention mechanism into place, securing the PCI card. 15 Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 16 If you installed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and
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    outlets, and then turn them on. 5 Remove the card driver from the operating system. 6 If you removed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting to On. b Connect external audio devices to the audio connectors on the back panel of the computer
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    1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 77. 2 3 1 6 5 4 1 card retention door 4 filler bracket 2 release tabs (2) 5 alignment guide 3 lever on chassis wall (may not be present on all computers) 6 alignment bar 2 If present on your computer, rotate the lever on the chassis wall
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    -slot opening. Then continue with step 7. 6 If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the existing card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. If your card includes a retention mechanism, remove the top of the retention mechanism by pressing
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    the securing tab. NOTICE: Ensure that you release the securing tab to seat the card. If the card is not installed correctly, you may damage the system board. 10 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot. 94 Removing and Installing Parts
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    alignment bar 3 bracket within slot 6 alignment guide 11 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. 12 If you removed a card retention mechanism, snap it into place
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    card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting to Off. b Connect external audio devices to the sound card's connectors. Do not connect external audio drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation. 96 Removing and Installing Parts
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    You Begin" on page 77. 2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 78). 2 3 1 6 5 4 1 card retention door 4 filler bracket 2 release tabs (2) 5 alignment guide 3 lever on chassis wall (may not be present on all computers) 6 alignment bar 3 If present on your computer
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    the door is hinged, it will remain in the open position. 3 1 2 1 release tab 2 card retention mechanism 3 card retention door 5 If your computer includes a card retention mechanism to secure the x16 card, press the release tab downward gently and then pivot the mechanism upward to access the
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    then turn them on. 11 Remove the card driver from the operating system. 12 If you removed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting to On. b Connect external audio devices to the integrated audio connectors on the back panel of the computer
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    of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. Removing the Drive Panel 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on
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    tab that latches over a tab on the right side of the drive panel. 2 Pull the inner tip of the drive-panel insert tab away from the drive panel. 3 Pivot the drive-panel insert out and away from the drive panel. 4 Set the drive-panel insert aside in a secure location. Removing and Installing Parts
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    Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert 1 2 3 4 1 center drive-panel tab 4 drive-panel insert 2 drive panel 3 drive-panel insert tab 1 Slide the tab on the left side of the drive-panel insert under the center drive panel tab. 2 Rotate the drive-panel insert into place and snap the drive-panel insert
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    lever clicks into place and the drive panel snaps into place on the front panel. Drives Your computer supports: • Two hard drives (Serial ATA) • Two FlexBay drives (can contain an optional floppy drive and an optional Media Card Reader) • Two CD or DVD drives Removing and Installing Parts 103
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    to "SATA5" on the system board. When connecting and disconnecting a serial ATA cable, hold the cable by the connector at each end. Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against
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    (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 78). 3 Disconnect the power and hard drive cables from the drive. 1 2 1 power cable 2 hard drive cable 4 Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out. 1 1 tabs (2) 2 hard drive 2 Removing and Installing Parts 105
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    it from the drive. 6 Snap the hard drive bracket onto the replacement hard drive. 7 Install the hard drive into the computer by sliding the drive into place until you feel it click into place. 1 2 1 hard drive 2 hard drive bracket 8 Connect the power and hard drive cables to the hard drive. 106
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    power cable 2 hard drive this drive changes the drive configuration, then be sure to reflect these changes in the BIOS. When hard drive. Adding a Second Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide
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    : Do not install any drive into the lower hard-drive bay until you have removed the hard drive bracket from the inside of the hard drive bay. 6 Slide the new hard drive into empty bay until you feel a click. 1 2 1 hard drive 2 hard drive bracket 7 Connect the power and hard drive cables to the
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    (see "System Setup" on page 127). Then, go to the "Drives" section of the BIOS and under SATA 0 through 5, set the SATA port to "ON" for the hard drive you just installed. This enables the drive. See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for
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    6 5 4 1 2 3 1 power cable 4 sliding plate lever 2 floppy drive cable 5 sliding plate 6 Pull the sliding plate to the right and hold in place. 7 Slide the floppy drive out of the floppy drive bay. 3 floppy drive 6 processor shroud 110 Removing and Installing Parts
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    " section of the BIOS and under Diskette Drive set the value to "none". Installing a Floppy Drive 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 77. 2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 78). 3 Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the
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    drive for instructions on installing any software required for the operation of the drive. 13 Enter system setup (see "System Setup" on page 127) and select the appropriate Diskette Drive option. 14 Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics
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    2 1 1 Media Card Reader (not present on all computers) 2 USB cable Removing and Installing Parts 113
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    (see "System Board Components" on page 81). Remove the cable from any clips and lift out of the computer. 2 1 3 1 sliding plate 2 sliding plate lever 3 Media Card Reader (not present on all computers) 6 Pull the sliding plate to the right and hold in place. Then, slide the drive out the front
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    Card Reader CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Begin" on page 77. 2 Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the bottom of the inside of the computer. 3 Remove the computer cover (see
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    Cover" on page 121). 12 Power up the system and enter system setup (see "System Setup" on page 127). Set the USB for FlexBay value to ON. CD/DVD Drive CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard
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    78). 3 Remove the drive panel (see "Removing the Drive Panel" on page 100). 4 Disconnect the power cable from the back of the drive and the CD/DVD drive cable from the back of the drive and the system board. 1 2 3 1 CD/DVD drive cable 2 power cable 3 system board Removing and Installing Parts
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    Panel" on page 103). 8 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 121). 9 If you are removing and not replacing this drive, then be sure to disable the drive in the BIOS. When you restart your computer, enter system setup (see "System Setup" on page 127). Then, go to the
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    to the new drive. 1 2 1 CD/DVD drive 2 shoulder screws (3) 6 Slide the drive into the drive bay until the drive clicks into position. 7 Connect the power cable to the drive and the CD/DVD cable to the drive and system board. 1 2 3 1 CD/DVD cable 2 power cable 3 system board Removing and
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    BIOS and under SATA 0 through 5, enable the SATA port for this drive. See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation. 13 Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics restore
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    system board by prying off the socket or by breaking circuit traces on the system board. instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way. Gently pull the power cables toward you so that they do not get caught underneath the drives
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    3 Lower the cover into place: a Pivot the cover down. b Press down on the right side of the cover until it closes. c Press down on the left side of the cover until it closes. 4 Ensure that both sides of the cover are locked. If not, repeat all of step 3. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first
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    Appendix Specifications Processor Processor type Level 2 (L2) Cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chipset DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC System clock Video Type Intel® Pentium® 4 Intel® Pentium® D
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    Type Sigmatel 9227 audio codec Internal 7.1 channel or PCI option cards Expansion Bus Bus type PCI 32-bit (PCI Specification 2.2) PCI Express x1, x4, and x16 (PCI express 1.1a) Bus speed PCI: 33 MHz PCI Express:100 MHz Bus throughput PCI Express: x1 slot bidirectional speed - 500 MB/s x4
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    RW combo drive, floppy drive, Media Card Reader two 3.5-inch hard-drive bays Connectors External connectors: Video (external card) 15-pin VGA connector 28-pin DVI connector Network adapter RJ-45 connector USB two front-panel and six back-panel USB 2.0-compliant connectors Audio seven back
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    state. amber light - Blinking amber indicates a problem with the power supply inside the computer. If the system cannot boot and there is a solid amber light, this indicates a problem with the system board (see "Power Problems" on page 71). Hard-drive access light green Link integrity light (on
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    selectable option such as the user password • To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed • To flash the BIOS with an update Before you use system setup, restart) your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is displayed, watch for the F2 prompt to appear. Appendix 127
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    appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down your computer (see "Turning Off window. The field is a scrollable list containing features that define the configuration of your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features
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    -specific information. NOTE: The system name listed in the BIOS may not appear exactly as the name that appears on the computer or in the computer's documentation. Lists the processor type, processor bus speed, processor ID, clock speed, L2 cache, and additional features supported by your processor
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    allows you to enable or disable support for this feature. If your computer processor supports Hyper-Threading, this option appears in the Options List. • Bypass (default) - Your computer does not test or change the current acoustics mode setting. • Quiet - The hard drive operates at its most quiet
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    password security by pressing when the computer starts. Specifies whether Execute Disable Memory Protection Technology will be on or off. Power Management AC Recovery Auto Power On Auto Power system can be powered up remotely only from suspend mode. This feature enables/disables the
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    is a non-bootable floppy in the drive, the computer generates an error message. Follow the on-screen instructions to retry the boot. • Onboard SATA Hard Drive - The computer attempts to boot from the primary hard drive. If no operating system is on the drive, the computer attempts to boot from the
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    feature, for example, to restart your computer to a USB device such as a floppy drive, memory key, or CD-RW drive. NOTE: If you are booting to a USB floppy drive, you must first set the floppy drive you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down in case you want to restore it. 3 Press the up
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    the power button to ground the system board. 8 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 78). 9 Locate the 2-pin password jumper (CLRPSWD) on the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 81) and attach the jumper to pins 1 and 2 to reenable the password feature
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    then turn them on. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original
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    Dell-installed peripherals include any internal expansion cards, or Dell-branded module bay or PC Card accessories. In addition, any Dell Dell not under the Dell brand (printers, scanners, cameras, games, etc.). Support accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with
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    -4400 NOTE: For Further regulatory information, see your Product Information Guide. Contacting Dell To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites: • www.dell.com • support.dell.com (support) For specific web addresses for your country, find the appropriate country section in
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    mail: [email protected] Country Code: 54 City Code: 11 E-mail for desktop and portable computers: [email protected] E-mail for servers and EMC® storage products: [email protected] Customer Care Technical Support Technical Support Services Sales Aruba Website: www.dell.com.aw
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    Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Austria Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 900 E-mail: [email protected] Home/Small Business Sales Home/Small Business Fax Home
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    , televisions, handhelds, digital jukebox, and wireless) Sales (Home Sales/Small Business) Sales (med./large bus., government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales Cayman Islands E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 0800 90
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    ) Country Code: 86 City Code: 592 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: www.dell.com/cl E-mail: [email protected] Sales and Customer Support Technical Support (CTC) Technical Support (ENTEL) Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail
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    : 00 Country Code: 45 Dominica Dominican Republic Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: www.dell.com/cl E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Website: www.dell.com/cr E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail
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    Website: www.dell.com/ec E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support (Telephonica) Finland (Helsinki) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 990 E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 358 Technical Support City Code: 9 Customer Care Switchboard Sales under 500
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    Country Code: 49 City Code: 69 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com Home and Small Business Technical Support for XPS Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care Switchboard Switchboard (calls from outside of France) Sales Fax
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    International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Greece Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Technical Support Country Code: 30 Gold Service Technical Support Switchboard Gold Service Switchboard Sales Fax
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    Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Technical Support Ireland (Cherrywood) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 353 City Code: 1 Sales (Large Corporate Accounts) Sales (Home and
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    Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Italy (Milan) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 39 City Code: 02 Jamaica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com Home and Small Business Technical Support Customer Care Fax
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    Japan Individual User Switchboard Korea (Seoul) E-mail: [email protected] International Access Code: 001 Support Country Code: 82 City Code: 2 Support (Dimension, PDA, Electronics and Accessories) Sales Fax Switchboard Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers toll-free: 0120
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    Access Code: 00 Country Code: 60 City Code: 4 Website: support.euro.dell.com 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
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    Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Mexico International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 52 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support (TelMex) Sales Customer Service Main Montserrat Netherlands Antilles
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    ) Peru E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Poland (Warsaw) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 011 E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 48 Customer Service Phone City Code: 22 Customer Care Sales Customer Service Fax Reception Desk Fax
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    Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) Customer Care Slovakia (Prague) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 421 Transaction Sales
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    City Code: 8 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Gold Queue Technical Support Customer Care Sales Fax Switchboard Technical Support, Customer Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Website: support.euro.dell.com
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    @dell.com Country Code: 886 Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, Inspiron, Dimension, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical Support (servers and storage) Customer Care Transaction Sales Corporate Sales Thailand Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Country Code
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    Code: 1344 Uruguay Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: www.dell.com/tc E-mail: [email protected] General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/form/home.asp Sales
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    ) Customer Service and Support Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Customers Dell Sales 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 Area Codes
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    (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code U.S. Virgin Islands Venezuela Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Website: www.dell.com/ve E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Area Codes, Local Numbers
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    158 Appendix
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    circuitry and the computer memory. AHCI - Advanced Host Controller Interface - An interface for a SATA hard drive Host Controller which allows the storage driver to enable technologies such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. ALS - ambient light sensor - A feature that helps to control
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    . device - Hardware such as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that is installed in or connected to your computer. device driver - See driver. DIMM - dual in-line memory module - A circuit board with memory chips that connects to a memory module on the system board. DIN connector - A round, six-pin
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    to the system bus. ExpressCard - A removable I/O card adhering to the PCMCIA standard. Modems and network adapters are common types of ExpressCards. ExpressCards support both the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard. Express Service Code - A numeric code located on a sticker on your Dell™ computer. Use
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    on the Windows operating systems are GUIs. H hard drive - A drive that reads and writes data on a hard disk. The terms hard drive and hard disk are often used interchangeably. heat sink - A metal plate on some processors that helps dissipate heat. hibernate mode - A power management mode that saves
  • Dell Dimension 9200 | Owner's Manual - Page 163
    hard drive or CD drive. IEEE 1394 - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. - A high-performance serial bus used to connect IEEE 1394-compatible RAM that is associated with a specific device (such as a serial connector, parallel connector, or expansion slot) and allows the processor
  • Dell Dimension 9200 | Owner's Manual - Page 164
    - A specific location where data is temporarily stored in RAM. memory mapping - The process by which the computer assigns memory addresses to physical locations at start-up. Devices and software can then identify information that the processor can access. memory module - A small circuit board
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    all devices are Plug and Play compliant. POST - power-on self-test - Diagnostics programs, loaded automatically by the BIOS, that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as memory, hard drives, and video. If no problems are detected during POST, the computer continues the start
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    drive speed is often measured in rpm. RTC - real time clock - Battery-powered clock on the system board that keeps the date and time after you shut down the computer. RTCRST - real-time clock reset - A jumper on the system board of some computers that can often be used for troubleshooting problems
  • Dell Dimension 9200 | Owner's Manual - Page 167
    up to 1280 x 1024. SXGA+ - super-extended graphics array plus - A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1400 x 1050. system board - The main circuit board in your computer. Also known as the motherboard. system setup - A utility that serves as an interface
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    the approximate capacity of a battery. For example, a 66-WHr battery can supply 66 W of power for 1 hour or 33 W for 2 hours. wallpaper - The background pattern or picture on the Windows desktop. Change your wallpaper through the Windows Control Panel. You can also scan in your favorite picture and
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    replacing, 121 D Dell contacting, 137 Dell Diagnostics, 52 Dell support site, 11 diagnostic lights, 49 diagnostics Dell, 52 lights, 49 documentation End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics, 9 online, 11 Product Information Guide, 9 regulatory, 9 safety, 9 warranty, 9 drive panel, 100 removing
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    and Settings Transfer Wizard, 23, 26, 37 H hard drive problems, 63 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 52 drives, RAID configuration, 37 Hardware Troubleshooter, 56 Help and Support Center, 11 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 11 hibernate mode, 33-34 Hyper-Threading, 37 I installing parts before
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    67 Dell Diagnostics, 52 diagnostic lights, 49 drives, 62 DVD drive, 62 problems (continued) e-mail, 63 error messages, 65 general, 67 hard drive, 63 Internet, 63 keyboard, 66 Media Card Reader, 66 memory, 69 modem, 63 monitor is blank, 74 monitor is hard to read, 75 mouse, 69 network, 70 power, 71
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    standby mode, 32 support contacting Dell, 137 support website, 11 system board, 81 System Restore, 56 system setup about, 127 entering, 127 options, 129 screens, 128 T telephone numbers, 137 transferring information to a new computer, 23, 26, 37 troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 52 diagnostic lights
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Dell™ XPS™ 410
Owner’s Manual
FlexBays (2) for optional
floppy drive or optional
Media Card Reader
hard drive activity light
power button
microphone connector
headphone connector
CD or DVD activity light
CD or DVD eject button
diagnostic lights
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
cover release latch
Service Tag
power connector
USB 2.0 connectors (4) (rear quad)
network adapter
audio connectors
card slots for PCI Express x1 (1),
PCI Express x16 (1), PCI Express x4 (1),
PCI (3)
USB 2.0 connectors (2) (rear dual)
Model DCTA