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. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and OptiPlex are registered trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and MMX is - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Interface 1-6 Chassis Intrusion Detection 1-6 Integrated Ethernet NIC Support (Optional 1-7 Network Cable Requirements 1-7 Full Set of I/O Ports 1-7 Power Supply 1-8 Location of Major Components 1-8 Advanced Expansion Features 1-13 OptiPlex NX1 Computer's Expansion-Card Slot 1-14 Low - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Channel Assignments 1-22 Hard-Disk Drive Service Information 1-22 Hard-Disk Drive for the Low-Profile Computer 1-23 Hard-Disk Drive for the Midsize Computer 1-23 Hard-Disk Drive for the Mini Tower Computer 1-24 Hard-Disk Drive for the OptiPlex NX1 Computer 1-24 Power-Supply Service Data 1-24 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Diskette Drive Assembly 4-9 5.25-Inch Drive Assembly 4-10 Hard-Disk Drive Assembly 4-11 System Power Supply 4-12 Expansion Cards 4-13 Expansion-Card Cage 4-13 Expansion Card 4-14 Riser Board 4-15 System Board 4-16 System Board Components 4-17 DIMMs 4-17 Video Memory 4-18 Microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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11 5.25-Inch Drive Assembly 6-12 Hard-Disk Drive Bracket 6-14 Hard-Disk Drive 6-15 System Power Supply 6-16 Expansion Cards 6-17 Expansion-Card Cage 6-17 Expansion Card 6-18 Riser Board 6-19 System Board 6-20 System Board Components 6-21 DIMMs 6-21 Video Memory 6-22 Microprocessor 6-23 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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7-2 Inside the Computer 7-2 Optional Stand 7-3 Computer Cover 7-4 Control Panel 7-6 Hard-Disk Drive 7-7 System Power Supply 7-8 Expansion-Card Cage 7-9 Expansion Card 7-10 Riser Board 7-11 System Board 7-12 System Board Components 7-13 DIMMs 7-13 Video Memory 7-14 Microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-Inch Drive Assembly Removal 4-10 Hard-Disk Drive Assembly Removal 4-11 System Power-Supply Removal 4-12 Expansion-Card Cage Removal 4-13 Expansion-Card Removal 4-14 Riser Board Removal 4-15 System Board Removal 4-16 DIMM Removal 4-17 DIMM Installation 4-17 Installing a Video-Memory Upgrade - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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5-11 Hard-Disk Drive Bracket Removal 5-12 Hard-Disk Drive Removal 5-13 System Power-Supply Removal 5-14 Expansion-Card Cage Removal 5-15 Expansion-Card Removal 5-16 Riser Board Removal 5-17 System Board Removal 5-18 DIMM Removal 5-19 DIMM Installation 5-19 Installing a Video-Memory Upgrade - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Upgrade Module 6-22 SEC Cartridge/Heat Sink Removal 6-23 System Battery Installation 6-24 Internal View of the OptiPlex NX1 Computer 7-3 Optional-Stand Removal 7-3 Computer Cover Removal 7-4 Service Access Lock 7-5 Control Panel Removal 7-6 Hard-Disk Drive Removal 7-7 System Power-Supply - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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to information provided in this manual and the User's Guide that came with the system, Dell provides the Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for troubleshooting procedures and instructions on using the Dell diagnostics to test the computer system. Throughout this manual, there may be blocks of - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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This manual contains field-servicing information for the Dell® OptiPlex® GX1/ GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC family of computers. The Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems are high-speed (266-, 333-, 350-, 400or 450-MHz), upgradable desktop computers built around high-performance - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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bays for diskette, CD-ROM, or tape drives Physical size and power supply types (the midsize and mini tower systems use the same power supply) Due to the physical differences in the four chassis configurations, a separate parts removal and replacement chapter (Chapters 4 through 7) is provided for - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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system board for ease of upgrading when faster processors are available. Contact Dell Computer Corporation for information about Dell-supported microprocessor upgrades. For additional performance, the OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems employ a secondary cache memory subsystem with a cache - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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HardDisk Drive Service Information" found later in this chapter. The OptiPlex NX1 system supports only one hard-disk drive and optionally one external diskette drive for running the diskette-based diagnostics as described in Chapter 2,"Basic Troubleshooting". As a standard feature, OptiPlex GX1/GX1p - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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integrated controller and diskette drive connector, but is not equipped with a diskette drive. If you run the diskettebased diagnostics, this computer requires an external diskette-drive kit as described in Chapter 2, "Basic Troubleshooting." The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems include an - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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decoding for digital video disk (DVD) applications, or audio mixing bus (AMB), is not supported by the system. To route mixed audio from an AMC-compliant adapter card to the system board, CD-ROM audio boot sequence at the next system start-up: If the computer cover is removed If a setup password has - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the Reference and Installation Guide provides instructions for connecting the computer to, and configuring it for use on, an Ethernet network. For OptiPlex NX1 systems, refer to the online Network Administrator's Guide. For desktop connectivity, the OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems include - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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than that used in the low-profile and OptiPlex NX1 chassis configurations. Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems have a special power supply that provides trickle ("flea") power to support the Wakeup On LAN feature when computer power is off. Figure 1-2 shows the front-panel features - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power button power indicator reset button hard-disk drive access indicator Midsize Chassis diskette-drive access indicator power button reset button power indicator hard-disk drive access indicator Mini Tower Chassis OptiPlex NX1 Chassis power button power indicator hard-disk drive - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power supply padlock ring voltage selection switch AC power receptacle parallel port connector serial port 1 connector mouse connector keyboard connector USB connectors (2) serial port 2 connector 3.5-inch diskette drive diskette/tape drive interface cable hard-disk drive interface cable hard-disk - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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inch diskette drive diskette/tape drive interface cable drive cage power supply hard-disk drive bracket AC power receptacle voltage selection switch padlock ring chassis intrusion switch hard-disk drive interface cable parallel port connector serial port 1 connector mouse connector keyboard - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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connector serial port 1 connector keyboard connector mouse connector USB connectors (2) serial port 2 connector video connector NIC connector (optional) audio connectors (3) padlock ring power supply external drive bays hard-disk drive bracket interface cable chassis intrusion switch expansion - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(2) serial port 2 connector hard-disk drive expansion-card cage security cable slot expansion-card slot AC power receptacle audio connectors (3) NIC connector (optional) video connector The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p systems contain advanced expansion subsystems that can support a mixture of traditional - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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connector on the riser board supports an optional NIC expansion card with Wakeup On LAN capability. The power LED lights up when DC power is applied to the riser board. power LED Wakeup On LAN power connector PCI1 connector The OptiPlex GX1 low-profile computers have three expansion-card slots - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the NIC to the riser board cable) and an LED. If the LED is on, the riser board is receiving power; if off, the riser board is not receiving power. LED HDLED connector ISA3 connector ISA2 connector ISA1 connector PCI3 connector P1 connector PCI2 connector PCI1 connector LED ISA2 connector ISA1 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p mini tower computers have seven expansion-card slots. The riser board has four ISA and 7. On the OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems, the microprocessor and secondary L2 cache memory are implemented in an SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly. Upgrade to a higher-performance - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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in the Reference and Installation Guide for additional upgrade information. The following subsections provide service-related information about the computer. Unless otherwise specified, the information applies to all chassis configurations. Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p computers are shipped with an online - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-based diagnostics are available to aid in troubleshooting all major components of the OptiPlex GX1 and GX1p. The OptiPlex NX1 systems use server-based diagnostics, hard-disk-based diagnostics, or the diskette-based diagnostics using an external diskette-drive kit connected directly to the system - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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LINE-IN) CD-ROM audio interface connector (CD_IN) video-memory upgrade socket (VIDEO_UPGRADE) ATI power input connector (POWER_1) 3.3-V power input connector (POWER_2) system board jumpers primary EIDE diskette/tape drive interface connector interface connector (IDE1) (DSKT) front of computer - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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500MHZ* Microprocessor speed Install jumper if the microprocessor's internal speed is 500 MHz; otherwise, the jumper should not be installed. 450MHZ* Microprocessor speed Install jumper if the microprocessor's internal speed is 450 MHz; otherwise, the jumper should not be installed. 400MHZ - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the external system clock speed operates at 100 MHz (default). BIOS Reserved Jumper not installed (default). PSWD Password Install to enable the requires service. Available for use by an expansion card. Generated by super I/O controller to indicate that diskette or tape drive requires service. - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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PCI IRQ. IRQ12 Generated by keyboard controller to indicate that mouse's output buffer is full. IRQ13 Generated by math coprocessor service-related information about hard-disk drive options for the OptiPlex GX1/GX1p, and OptiPlex NX1 computers. NOTE: Throughout this manual, references to component - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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top back front OptiPlex NX1 Chassis back left side front right side bottom Mini Tower Chassis front Midsize Chassis The hard-disk drive assembly (consisting of the hard-disk drive and the harddisk drive bracket) is located inside the chassis at the left front of the computer and is attached - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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disk drive. One 1-inch-high EIDE hard-disk drive can be mounted to the top of the expansion-card cage. The low-profile computers have a 145-W system power supply, the midsize computers have a 200-W system power supply, and the mini tower computers have a 230-W power supply. All system power supplies - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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A (low-profile computers); 0.3 A (midsize and mini tower computers) -5 VDC -4.50 to -5.50 VDC 0.3 A (low-profile computers); 0.3 A (midsize and mini tower computers) +5 VFP3 +4.75 to +5.25 VDC 10 mA 3 VFP (volts flea power) - sometimes called "standby power." The power-supply output voltages - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(black) common (black) Figures 1-19 through 1-23 provide the following information about DC power distribution: Power-supply connector identification Power cable connections for diskette, tape, CD-ROM, and hard-disk drives Power distribution to sockets and connectors on the system board 1-26 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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P4 P3 P5 P1 P2 System Overview 1-27 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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P6 P4 P5 P9 P3 P2 P1 P7 System Overview 1-29 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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P3 hard-disk drive P4 3.5-inch diskette drive P5* optional drive P6* optional drive main memory sockets DIMM_A DIMM_B DIMM_C +12 VDC FAN +5 VFP +5 VDC +5 VDC +5 VDC PANEL USB KYBD fuses (2) +5 VDC MICROPROCESSOR processor core regulator +3.3 VDC core VCC +2.1 to +3.5 VDC MOUSE NOTE - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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USB KYBD +5 VDC processor MICROPROCESSOR core regulator +3.3 VDC core VCC +2.1 to +3.5 VDC MOUSE NOTE: +5 VFP is routed to the integrated NIC logic on the system board and to P1 on the riser board. The OptiPlex NX1 computers have an 80-W computer power supply. The power supply can operate from an - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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VDC and +3.3-VDC outputs should not exceed 65 W. 2 Withstands surges of up to 3.0 A to support disk start-up operations. 3 VFP (volts flea power) - sometimes called "standby power." The power-supply output voltages can be measured at the back (wire side) of the connectors without disconnecting them - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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) common (black) +12 VDC (yellow) Figures 1-27 and 1-28 provide the following information about DC power distribution: Power-supply connector identification Power cable connection for the hard-disk drive Power distribution to sockets and connectors on the system board P3 P2 P1 System Overview 1-33 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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VDC -12 VDC riser board P1 PCI1 internal P3 hard-disk drive +12 VDC main memory sockets DIMM_A DIMM_B DIMM_C +5 VFP +5 VDC +5 VDC +5 VDC +5 VDC MICROPROCESSOR processor core regulator +3.3 VDC core VCC +2.1 to +3.5 VDC FAN PANEL USB KYBD fuses (2) MOUSE NOTE: +5 VFP is routed to the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Flash EPROM (BIOS Intel 440BX AGPSet chip set 64 bits 32 bits seven 15 2 Mb Bus types Bus speeds PCI expansion-card connectors: Low-profile computers Midsize computers . . . . Mini tower computers OptiPlex NX1 computers PCI and ISA (PCI bus complies with PCI Specification 2.1) PCI: 33 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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connectors: Low-profile computers Midsize computers . . . . Mini tower computers OptiPlex NX1 computers two (one ISA RAM Maximum RAM L2 cache memory BIOS address ROM address 64-bit (nonparity) or 72-bit (parity), noninterleaved on GX1 and NX1; 72-bit (parity), noninterleaved on GX1p - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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or SCSI hard-disk drive and one 1.6-inch-high EIDE or SCSI hard-disk drive one bay for a 1-inch-high EIDE hard-disk drive Video type Video memory Video resolutions integrated ATI RAGE PRO TURBO graphics 4-MB SGRAM, upgradable to 8 MB on the GX1 and NX1; 8 MB standard on the GX1p 640 x 480 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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mouse NIC USB Audio line-in Audio microphone . . . . . Audio line-out Internally accessible: EIDE hard-disk drive. . . . Diskette drive CD-ROM drive audio > - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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. . 200 W Mini tower computers 200 W OptiPlex NX1 computers 80 W Power-supply heat dissipation: Low-profile computers 808 BTU (nominal) Midsize computers . . . . 913 BTU (nominal) Mini tower computers 913 BTU (nominal) OptiPlex NX1 computers 400 BTU (nominal) Power supply voltage. . . . . . 90 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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: Height Width Depth Weight (minimum) . . . . . Midsize computers: Height Width Depth Weight (minimum) . . . . . Mini tower computers: Height Width Depth Weight (minimum) . . . . . OptiPlex NX1 computers: Height Width Depth Weight 10.9 cm (4.3 inches) 40.89 cm (16.1 inches) 43 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Maximum shock: Operating left side (for low-profile, midsize, and OptiPlex NX1 computers operating in a vertical orientation) and bottom half-sine pulse with a change in velocity of 20 inches/sec (50.8 cm/sec) Storage 27-G faired square wave - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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or indicate the appropriate troubleshooting procedure to use. After the user describes the problem, follow these steps: 1. Ask the user to back up any data on the hard-disk drive if the system's con- dition permits. See "Maintaining the System" in the online System User's Guide for information about - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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inspection, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer, the monitor, and all peripherals. 2. Verify that all power cables are properly connected to the computer, the monitor and peripherals, and their power sources. 3. Verify that the keyboard and mouse interface cables are firmly attached to the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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observe problem indications during the boot routine, follow these steps: 1. Insert a copy of the Dell Diagnostics Diskette into drive A. Turn on all peripherals and the computer. If the computer is already on, press the reset button or to reboot the system. 2. Check the power supply - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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problems Dell Diagnostics Diskette into the diskette drive, component location information. To perform the internal visual inspection, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect all the AC power cables from their power sources. 2. Remove the computer - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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resources as necessary. The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p systems use either diskette-based or server-based diagnostics. The OptiPlex NX1 systems use either server-based, hard-disk- based, or (optionally) diskette-based diagnostics using an external diskettedrive kit connected to the computer as shown in Figure - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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troubleshooting major components of the computer. To run the server-based diagnostics, follow these steps: 1. Turn on all peripherals and the computer. If the system is already on, press to reboot the system. 2. If necessary, enter the System Setup program and set the system to boot - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the storage capability of the hard-disk drive For a complete description of the server-based diagnostics, see "Server-Based Diagnostics" in the online Network Administrator's Guide. The hard-disk-based diagnostics contains tests that aid in troubleshooting all major components of the system. If it - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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this chapter. Otherwise, see "Getting Help" found later in this chapter. The hard-disk-based diagnostics consists of the following test groups: RAM Tests - Check all the directly addressable RAM System Set Tests - Check the computer's system board components and verify their related functions Video - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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. These tests aid in troubleshooting all major components of the system. hard-disk drive external diskette drive diskette drive connector Y-cable P3 connector interface cable To install the external diskette drive, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer, including any attached peripherals - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-based, hard-disk-based, or diskette-based diagnostics reveals the source of the problem or leads to the proper troubleshooting steps for determining the source of the problem, call Dell for technical assistance. For instructions, see "Contacting Dell" in the online Network Administrator's Guide or - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC family of computers. These error messages can occur during the POST or, in the case of may emit a series of beeps that identifies the problem or that can help you identify a faulty component or assembly. Table 3-1 lists the beep codes that - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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memory Address line failure in the first 64 KB of main memory Parity failure in the first 64 KB of main memory Bit failure in the first 64 KB of main memory Shutdown failure Gate A20 failure Unexpected interrupt in protected mode Memory failure above address 0FFFFh Timer-chip counter 2 failure - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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System messages are very useful in troubleshooting the system. Some of these messages will reboot. Table 3-2 lists the system error messages that can occur and the probable cause for each message. BIOS found faulty disk sector or could not find particular disk sector. Diskette drive or harddisk drive - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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from diskette or hard-disk drive. Faulty diskette, diskette drive, or hard-disk drive. Read/write failure during POST prevents system from using available memory. One or more DIMMs faulty or improperly seated. Diskette/tape drive controller could not locate specific sector or track. Faulty - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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loose or improperly connected, defective keyboard, or defective keyboard/mouse controller (defective system board). Keyboard/mouse controller failed. Defective keyboard/ mouse controller (defective system board). During memory test, Faulty or improperly value read at address seated DIMMs - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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. System does not recognize diskette drive or hard-disk drive from which it is trying to boot. Faulty diskette, diskette/ tape drive subsystem, hard-disk drive, hard-disk drive subsystem, or no boot disk in drive A. Configuration settings in System Setup program incorrect or operating system - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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MS-DOS unable to locate specific track on diskette or hard-disk drive. Defective diskette or hard-disk drive. System could not find Faulty diskette or hardparticular address mark disk drive. on disk. System board chip faulty. Defective system board. Backup battery low. Defective battery or - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex GX1 low-profile computer. If you are servicing a midsize, mini tower, or OptiPlex this chapter. You have removed the computer cover. You can replace or reinstall a part by performing the removal procedure in reverse order - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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injury. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 3. Wait 5 seconds after powering down the computer before disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or removing a component from the computer's system board to avoid possible damage to the system board. Figure - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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CD-ROM drive in external bay power supply system board diskette drive drive cage for external drive internal harddisk drive chassis intrusion switch expansion-card cage Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low-Profile Chassis 4-3 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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computer To remove the computer cover, follow these steps: 1. Turn off power to all peripherals, and disconnect the AC power cable from its electrical outlet. 2. Remove of the computer. 5. Lift the cover off of the hooks at the front of the chassis. Three plastic hooks on the inside-front part of the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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eject button reset button power button 1. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the back of the cover facing you. 2. To remove the 3.5-inch diskette-drive eject button, pull gently on the plastic part of the button until it comes free. 3. To remove the power button or the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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upside down) 5.25-inch front-panel insert posts (2) ring-tabs (2) To remove a front-panel insert, follow these steps: 1. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the front of the cover over the posts. If necessary, use a 1/4-inch nutdriver to help push on the ring-tabs. 4-6 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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inside of the chassis, remove the mounting screw holding the control panel to the chassis. 3. Remove the control panel from the chassis. When you reinstall the control panel, be sure to put the right side of the control panel behind the mounting tab. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low-Profile - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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be installed in the computer. Refer to this figure when you perform any of the procedures in the following subsections. DC power cable diskette/tape drive interface cable power supply 3.5-inch diskette drive 5.25-inch drive bay and bracket hard-disk drive DSKT connector EIDE cable secondary - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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3.5-inch diskette-drive-assembly latches (2) front of computer hooks (2) To remove the 3.5-inch diskette drive assembly, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the diskette drive. 2. Press the two 3.5-inch diskette-drive-assembly latches to - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-mounting screws (4) front of computer To remove a 5.25-inch drive assembly, follow these steps: 1. Remove the 3.5-inch diskette drive assembly. 2. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the 5.25-inch drive. 3. Lift the 5.25-inch drive assembly straight up and out - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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screws that attach the hard-disk drive to the hard-disk drive bracket. When you reinstall the hard-disk drive assembly, be sure that the tabs on the back of the mounting plate fully engage the notches on the chassis-before you rotate the assembly into place. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power supply power-supply mounting screw To remove the system power supply, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the AC power cable from the back of the power supply. 2. Disconnect the DC power cables from the system board and the drives. 3. Remove the power-supply mounting screw at the back of the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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ISA expansion-card end support should not be removed; however, if it is accidentally removed, reinstall it by first inserting its top tab into the side support hole and then sliding the bottom two tabs into the two support holes on the chassis floor. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low-Profile - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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retaining screw card-mounting bracket card-slot opening riser board To remove an expansion card, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any external cables from the expansion card being removed. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Remove the retaining screw from the card-mounting bracket. 4. Grasp the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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board facing up. 3. Remove the two riser-board mounting screws. 4. Lift the riser board away from the expansion-card cage. When you replace the riser board, be sure that the alignment feature on the expansion-card cage engages with the alignment slot. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low-Profile - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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at the back of the computer. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4. Remove the screw that secures the board, remove all DIMMs, the video-memory upgrade module (if present), the single-edge contact (SEC) cartridge/heat sink assembly, and the guide bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing/replacing system board components (see Figures 1-12 and 1-13). To remove a DIMM from one of the three DIMM sockets, follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the three DIMM sockets. 3. To remove removed. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low-Profile Chassis 4-17 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the video-memory upgrade module, remove the module and repeat steps 2 and 3. 4. Replace the expansion-card cage. 5. Replace the computer cover, and reconnect the AC power cable to the electrical outlet. Press the power button on the computer to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to test the new videomemory upgrade module. To take advantage of future options in processor speed and functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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1. Remove the system power supply. 2. sink assembly out of its guide bracket assembly/connector on the will click into the locked position as the assembly is seated. battery BATTERY socket To remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the printouts you made earlier. 9. Turn off the computer; wait 10 or more minutes, and then reenter the System Setup program to ensure that the date and time are still correct, indicating that the system battery is functioning correctly. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low-Profile Chassis 4-21 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p midsize computer. If you are servicing a low-profile, mini tower, or OptiPlex chapter. You have removed the computer cover. You can replace or reinstall a part by performing the removal procedure in reverse order - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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injury. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 3. Wait 5 seconds after powering down the computer before disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or removing a component from the computer's system board to avoid possible damage to the system board. Figure - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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3.5-inch diskette drive diskette/tape drive interface cable power supply system board external drive bays hard-disk drive bracket hard-disk drive interface cable expansion-card cage Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-3 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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side of the computer on a flat work surface. 2. Unscrew the optional-stand screw. Use your fingers or a wide flat-blade screwdriver to unscrew the optionalstand screw. 3. Pull the optional stand away from the computer. Disengage the three orientation nubs that position and help hold the optional - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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chassis. Four plastic hooks on the inside-front part of the cover secure it to the chassis. Before you reinstall the cover, fold all cables out of the way so that they do not interfere with the cover or with proper airflow inside the computer. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-5 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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, follow these steps: 1. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the back of the cover facing you. 2. To remove the 3.5-inch diskette-drive eject button, pull gently on the plastic part of the button until it comes free. 3. To remove the power button or the reset button, use - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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5.25-inch front-panel insert posts (2) ring-tabs (2) To remove a front-panel insert, follow these steps: 1. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the front , use a 1/4-inch nutdriver to help push on the ring-tabs. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-7 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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screw chassis hooks (2) control panel cable control panel To remove the control panel, follow these steps: 1. Remove the hard-disk drive bracket. 2. Disconnect the control panel cable from the PANEL connector on the system board. 3. Remove the mounting screw holding the control panel to the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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hardware that can be installed in the computer. Refer to this figure when you perform any of the procedures in the following subsections. system power supply DC power cable diskette/tape drive interface cable 3.5-inch diskette drive hard-disk drive bracket EIDE cable DSKT connector primary - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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hooks (2) front of computer To remove the 3.5-inch diskette drive, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the 3.5-inch diskette drive. 2. Remove the bracket-mounting screw. 3. Rotate the left side of the 3.5-inch diskette drive assembly up, and - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(4) When you replace the 5.25-inch drive, align the front of the drive flush with the tab at the front of the mounting plate. Insert the four screws, and tighten them in the order stamped on the bottom of the 5.25-inch drive-mounting plate. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-11 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-disk drive bracket. 2. Remove the screw that secures the hard-disk drive bracket to the front of the chassis. 3. Grasp the handle on the front of the bracket, and rotate the front of the bracket up until the hooks are free from the chassis. 4. Lift the hard-disk drive bracket out of the computer - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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hard-disk drive bracket. One hard-disk drive attaches to the hard-disk drive bracket at the sides of the drive. The other hard-disk drive attaches to the hard-disk drive bracket at the bottom of the hard-disk drive. 3. Slide the drive out of the hard-disk drive bracket. Removing and Replacing Parts - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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left to release the power supply. 3. Disconnect the DC power cables from the system board and the drives. 4. Lift the front end of the system power supply up, and move it to the right to disengage the power supply from the slot in the chassis. 5. Lift the system power supply from the computer. 5-14 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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it stops in the upright position. 2. Lift the expansion-card cage up and away from the computer. To replace an expansion-card cage, keep the cage flush against the chassis to ensure that the lever engages the notch when the lever is depressed. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-15 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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retaining screw card-mounting bracket card-slot opening riser board To remove an expansion card, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any cables from the expansion card being removed. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Remove the retaining screw from the card-mounting bracket. 4. Grasp the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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On a flat work surface, turn the expansion-card cage over, with the riser board facing up. 3. Remove the riser-board mounting screws. 4. Slide the riser board down until it stops; then lift the riser board away from the expansion-card cage. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-17 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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at the back of the computer. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4. Remove the screw that secures the board, remove all DIMMs, the video-memory upgrade module (if present), the single-edge contact (SEC) cartridge/heat sink assembly, and the guide bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing/replacing system board components (see Figures 1-12 and 1-13) To remove a DIMM from one of the three DIMM sockets, follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the three DIMM sockets. 3. To remove removed. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-19 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the video-memory upgrade module, remove the module and repeat steps 2 and 3. 4. Replace the expansion-card cage. 5. Replace the computer cover, and reconnect the AC power cable to the electrical outlet. Press the power button on the computer to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to test the new videomemory upgrade module. To take advantage of future options in processor speed and functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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1. Remove the system power supply. 2. sink assembly out of its guide bracket assembly/connector on the will click into the locked position as the assembly is seated. battery BATTERY socket To remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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from the printouts you made earlier. 9. Turn off the computer; wait 10 or more minutes, and then reenter the System Setup program to ensure that the date and time are still correct, indicating that the system battery is functioning correctly. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-23 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p mini tower computers. If you are servicing a low-profile, midsize, or OptiPlex chapter. You have removed the computer cover. You can replace or reinstall a part by performing the removal procedure in reverse order - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Wait 5 seconds after powering down the computer before disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or removing a component from the computer's system board to avoid possible damage to the system board. Figure 6-1 shows an internal view of the interior of the mini tower computer and identifies major - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power supply system board external drive bays hard-disk drive bracket riser board expansion-card cage Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis 6-3 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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release button To remove the computer cover, follow these steps: 1. Turn off power to all peripherals, and disconnect the AC power cable from its electrical outlet. 2. Remove the padlock if one is installed. 3. Facing the left side of the computer, press the release button at the bottom-left corner - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(2) To remove the front bezel, follow these steps: 1. Press the tab release marked with the icon. 2. Tilt the bezel away from the chassis. 3. Disengage the two retaining hooks at the bottom of the bezel, and pull the bezel away from the chassis. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the front bezel on a flat work surface, with the back of the bezel facing up. 2. To remove the 3.5-inch diskette-drive eject button, pull gently on the plastic part of the button until it comes free. 3. To remove the power button or the reset button, use a small screwdriver and push in on the two or - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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posts (2) front bezel 5.25-inch front-panel insert ring-tabs (2) To remove a 5.25-inch front-panel insert, follow these steps: 1. Hold the bezel with the front facing inside of the bay opening, and then press the ring-tabs over the posts. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis 6-7 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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eject button mechanism front of bezel back of bezel To remove a 3.5-inch front-panel insert, follow these steps: 1. Hold the bezel with the front facing you. 2. Inside the bezel, press the eject button mechanism toward the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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chassis hooks (2) control panel cable control panel screw To remove the control panel, follow these steps: 1. Remove the hard-disk drive bracket. 2. Disconnect the control panel cable from the PANEL connector on the system board. 3. Remove the mounting screw holding the control panel to the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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be installed in the computer. Refer to this figure when you perform any of the procedures in the following subsections. diskette/tape drive interface cable 3.5-inch diskette drive DC power cable DSKT connector secondary EIDE interface connector (IDE2) hard-disk drive bracket primary EIDE EIDE - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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inch diskette drive. 2. Press the retaining-tab release button, and pull the drive assembly forward to remove it. 3. Remove the drive-mounting screw from the left side of the drive, and remove the drive from the bracket (see Figure 6-10). Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis 6-11 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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drive-mounting screw hooks (2) When you replace the 3.5-inch diskette drive, be sure that the two hooks on the right side of the bracket engage the mounting holes in the side of the 3.5-inch diskette drive. retaining tabs (2) 6-12 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(4) When you replace the 5.25-inch drive, align the front of the drive flush with the tab at the front of the mounting plate. Insert the four screws, and tighten them in the order stamped on the bottom of the 5.25-inch drive-mounting plate. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis 6-13 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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from the chassis until the sliding tab clears the slide rail on the drive cage. 4. Lift the hard-disk drive bracket up slightly to free the hinge tabs and remove it from the computer. When you reinstall the hard-disk drive bracket, insert the bracket's hinge tabs into the chassis slot so that the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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hard-disk drive attaches to the hard-disk drive bracket at the sides of the drive. The other hard-disk drive attaches to the hard-disk drive bracket at the bottom of the hard-disk drive. 3. Slide the drive out of the hard-disk drive bracket. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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drives. 4. Facing the left side of the computer, move the front end of the system power supply toward you, and lift it up to disengage the power supply from the slot in the chassis. 5. Lift the system power supply from the computer. When you reinstall the system power supply, place the power-supply - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the computer. To replace the expansion-card cage, align the tabs on the left and right sides of the expansion-card cage with the slots on the back and bottom of the chassis. With the securing lever in its extended position, slide the expansion-card cage into place. Removing and Replacing Parts on - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-mounting bracket card-slot opening riser board expansion-card connector To remove an expansion card, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any cables from the expansion card being removed. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Remove the retaining screw from the card-mounting bracket. 4. Grasp the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-card cage on a flat work surface with the riser board facing up. 3. Remove the riser-board mounting screws. 4. Slide the riser board away from the release handle until it stops; then lift the riser board away from the expansion-card cage. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis 6-19 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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at the back of the computer. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4. Remove the screw that secures the board, remove all DIMMs, the video-memory upgrade module (if present), the single-edge contact (SEC) cartridge/heat sink assembly, and the guide bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing/replacing system board components (see Figures 1-12 and 1-13). To remove a DIMM from one of the three DIMM sockets, follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the three DIMM sockets. 3. To remove removed. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis 6-21 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the video-memory upgrade module, remove the module and repeat steps 2 and 3. 4. Replace the expansion-card cage. 5. Replace the computer cover, and reconnect the AC power cable to the electrical outlet. Press the power button on the computer to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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memory module. You may also have to reseat or replace an SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly during normal maintenance. SEC cartridge release latches (2) SEC cartridge guide bracket assembly heat sink heat sink clips (2) metal standoffs (2) Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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1. Remove the system power supply. 2. sink assembly out of its guide bracket assembly/connector on the will click into the locked position as the assembly is seated. battery BATTERY socket To remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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from the printouts you made earlier. 9. Turn off the computer; wait 10 or more minutes and reenter the System Setup program to ensure that the date and time are still correct, indicating that the system battery is functioning correctly. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis 6-25 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex NX1 Net PC computer. If you are servicing a low-profile, midsize, or mini tower this chapter. You have removed the computer cover. You can replace or reinstall a part by performing the removal procedure in reverse order - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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5 seconds after powering down the computer before disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or removing a component from the computer's system board to avoid possible damage to the system board. Figure 7-1 shows an internal view of the interior of the OptiPlex NX1 computer and identifies major - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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system board power supply hard-disk drive expansion-card cage captive screw locator pins (2) (on underside of stand) front bezel To remove the optional stand, if one is installed, follow these steps: 1. Place the right side of the computer on a flat work surface. 2. Unscrew the captive screw using - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Pull the optional stand away from the computer. Disengage the locator pins that position and help secure the stand to the computer. When reinstalling the optional stand, align the front edge of the stand with the groove between the front bezel and the computer cover. Move the stand until the locator - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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, fold all cables out of the way so that they do not interfere with the cover or with proper airflow inside the computer. You may have to press gently downward on the back edge of the cover while engaging the locking mechanism. Removing and Replacing Parts on the OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Chassis 7-5 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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cable cable retention tabs (2) chassis tabs (3) To remove the control panel, follow these steps: 1. Remove the power supply. 2. Disconnect the control panel cable from the PANEL connector on the sys- tem board. 3. From inside the chassis, remove the mounting screw securing the control panel to the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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card if one is installed. 3. Remove the expansion-card cage. 4. Remove the expansion card, if one is installed. 5. Remove the four hard-disk drive mounting screws that attach the hard-disk drive to the expansion-card cage. Removing and Replacing Parts on the OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Chassis 7-7 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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DC power cables (2) power supply EIDE cable power-supply retention tab hard-disk drive DC power cable chassis tabs (2) cable tabs (2) screw AC power receptacle To remove the system power supply, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the AC power cable from the back of the computer. 2. Disconnect - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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The computer has a removable expansion-card cage. The expansion-card cage contains the hard-disk drive, the riser board, and any installed expansion card. You must remove the expansion-card cage to remove or install the hard-disk drive, an expansion card, or the riser board. expansion-card cage - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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connector riser board card mounting bracket retaining screw expansion card To remove the expansion card, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any external cables from the expansion card. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Remove the retaining screw from the card-mounting bracket. 4. Grasp the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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riser board to the side as shown in Figure 7-10, and then remove the riser board from the expansion-card cage. When you replace the riser board, be sure that the two tabs on the expansioncard cage engage the riser board slots. Removing and Replacing Parts on the OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Chassis 7-11 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the back of the computer. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4. Remove the screw that secures NOTES: If you are replacing a system board, remove the microprocessor/heat sink assembly, video-memory upgrade module (if present), and the DIMMs from the - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing/replacing system board components (see Figures 1-12 and 1-13). To remove a DIMM from one of the three DIMM sockets, follow these steps: 1. Locate the three DIMM sockets. 2. To remove and cables previously removed. Removing and Replacing Parts on the OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Chassis 7-13 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the video-memory upgrade module, remove the module and repeat steps 2 and 3. 4. Replace the expansion-card cage. 5. Replace the computer cover and reconnect the AC power cable to the electrical outlet. Press the power button on the computer to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to test the new video-memory upgrade module. To take advantage of future options in processor speed and functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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1. Remove the system power supply. 2. sink assembly out of its guide bracket assembly/connector on the will click into the locked position as the assembly is seated. battery BATTERY socket To remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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you made earlier. 9. Turn off the computer; wait 10 or more minutes, and then reenter the System Setup program to ensure that the date and time are still correct, indicating that the system battery is functioning correctly. Removing and Replacing Parts on the OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Chassis 7-17 - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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This appendix, which applies to all Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC computer families, describes the System Setup program, which is used to change the system configuration information stored in NVRAM on the system board. To enter the System Setup program, follow these steps - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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using the built-in EIDE controller, set the appropriate Drive option to Auto. NOTE: The OptiPlex NX1 chassis supports only one hard-disk drive and no CD-ROM drive or tape drive. Designates a region of system board memory that can be supplied by an expansion card. This feature should not be enabled - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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lets you correct video problems that may occur when certain Boot Sequence can be set to Diskette First (the default option), Hard Disk Only, CD-ROM First, or Device List. Restricts access to System Setup program. A-4 Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Systems Service Manual - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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. Wakeup On LAN Sound NIC Mouse Serial Port 1 Serial Port 2 Parallel Port Parallel Mode IDE Hard Disk Diskette Speaker NOTE: Not all EIDE hard-disk drives support this feature. Enabling this feature for a drive that does not support it may cause the EIDE drive to become inoperable until the system - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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; any non-Plug and Play devices, such as network adapter cards; and any secondary controller cards, such as a SCSI adapter, installed in the computer. NOTE: Non-Plug and Play devices appear in this list as . A-6 Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Systems Service Manual - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the order of devices under Boot Device Priority. To specify your Hard Drive C: in the Boot Device Priority option as the first hard-disk drive attached to the highest-priority device controller. Therefore, if you have a SCSI adapter installed in your computer and you want the SCSI drive 0 to be drive - Dell OptiPlex GX1p | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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