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this text: Dell, OptiPlex, and the DELL logo are registered trademarks and DellWare is a registered service mark of Dell Computer Corporation; Intel, Pentium and LANDesk are registered trademarks and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT are registered - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 3
uninterruptible power supply (UPS). • Be sure nothing rests on your computer system's cables and that the cables are not located where they can be stepped on or tripped over. • Do not spill food or liquids on your computer. If the computer gets wet, consult your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 4
you (such as overhead lights, desk lamps, and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare on the monitor screen. • Use a chair that provides good lower back support. • Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 5
service the computer system yourself, except as explained in this guide and elsewhere in Dell documentation. Always follow installation and service instructions from the computer. 1. Turn off your computer and any peripherals. 2. Disconnect your computer and peripherals from their power sources. - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 6
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About This Guide This guide is intended for anyone who uses a Dell OptiPlex Gn or Gn+ low-profile computer system. It can be used by both first-time and experienced computer users who want to learn about the features and operation of the systems or who want to upgrade their computers. The chapters - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 8
detailed answers to questions that are often asked by Dell computer users. Be sure to read these cards before calling Dell for technical assistance. • The Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide includes troubleshooting procedures and instructions for using the diskette-based diagnostics to test your - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 9
names are presented in lowercase bold. Examples: autoexec.bat and c:\windows • Syntax lines consist of a command and all its possible It can be a system message, for example, or it can be text that you are instructed to type as part of a command (referred to as a command line). Screen text is - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 10
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Power Switch 1-4 Using the Optional Floor Stand 1-4 Security Cable Slot and Padlock Ring 1-5 Energy Star Compliance 1-6 Important Notes to Windows 95 Users 1-6 Reinstalling Windows 2-4 EIDE Devices 2-5 If You Have a Problem 2-5 Reserved Memory 2-5 CPU Speed 2-6 Num Lock 2-6 Keyboard - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 12
Boot Sequence 2-7 Diskette First 2-7 Hard Disk Only 2-7 CD-ROM First 2-7 Device List 2-7 Setup Password 2-9 Auto Power On 2-9 Power Management 2-9 Saving Monitor Power 2-9 Saving EIDE Hard-Disk Drive Power 2-10 Wakeup On LAN 2-10 NIC 2-10 Mouse 2-10 Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2 2-10 - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 13
4-1 Network Cable Requirements 4-2 Configuring the NIC 4-2 Windows NT 4.0 NIC Driver 4-2 Windows NT 3.5x NIC Driver 4-3 Windows for Workgroups NIC Driver 4-4 Windows 95 NIC Driver 4-4 MS-DOS NIC Driver 4-6 Chapter 5 Working Inside Your Computer 5-1 Before You Begin 5-1 Safety First-For You - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 14
Computer 5-4 Jumpers 5-4 System Board Labels 5-8 Chapter 6 Installing System Board Options 6-1 Expansion Cards 6-2 Expansion Slots 6-2 Installing an Expansion Card 6-2 Removing an Expansion Card 6-4 Adding Memory 6-4 Performing a Memory Upgrade A Technical Specifications A-1 Appendix - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 15
D-2 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. and Canada Only D-2 Index Figures Figure 1-1. Figure 1-2. Figure 1-3. Figure 1-4. Figure 2-1. Figure 2-2. Figure 3-1. Dell Inspector Program 1-4 Attaching the Optional Floor Stand 1-5 Security Cable Slot and Padlock Ring 1-5 Energy Star Emblem - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 16
5-2 Removing the Computer Cover 5-2 Replacing the Computer Cover 5-3 Removing the Expansion-Card Cage 5-3 Computer Orientation View 5-4 Removing the Front-Panel Insert for the 3.5-Inch Bay 7-2 DC Power Cable Connector 7-3 Drive Interface Connectors 7-3 Removing the 3.5-Inch Diskette Drive - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 17
Device-List Screen Navigation Keys 2-7 Power Time-Out Periods 2-10 ICU Keys 3-4 System-Board Jumper Settings 5-7 System Board and Riser Board Connectors and Sockets 5-8 Sample DIMM Configuration Options 6-5 Technical Specifications A-1 Configuration Utility Messages B-1 Configuration Manager - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 18
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drive in your computer. All hard-disk drives shipped with OptiPlex Gn or Gn+ systems are SMART-compliant. • Full compliance with PCI specification 2.1. • Full Plug and Play version 1.0a capability, which greatly simplifies the installation of expansion cards. Plug and Play support included in the - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 20
- tion programs in high-resolution modes. For more information on these drivers, see your online System User's Guide. • Network device drivers for several operating sys- tems. These drivers are supplied with Dell OptiPlex Gn+ systems (which include the NIC) and are described in Chapter 4, "Using - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 21
For information on using the diagnostics, see the chapter titled "Running the Dell Diagnostics" in the Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide. • Desktop Management Interface (DMI) support, which enables the management of your computer system. DMI defines the software, interfaces, and data files that - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 22
Dell Program Diskette Maker, which is available in the Dell Accessories program group or folder. Using the Power Switch If the system does not turn off when the power your computer and connect the back panel cables. 1-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 23
cable around an immovable object, insert the locking device into the security cable slot on the back of your computer, and lock the device with the key provided. Complete instructions for installing this kind of antitheft device are usually included with the device. NOTE: Antitheft devices are of - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 24
of corporate networks and you must download Windows 95 from a server to client systems, make sure that you have the Windows 95 backup media for the OptiPlex Gn or Gn+ system on your server before downloading. 1-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 25
: • How to use the online System User's Guide • System features • Drivers and utilities • System Setup program • Configuring expansion cards • Securing your computer • Connecting external devices • Maintaining the system • Contacting Dell The guide also contains a glossary of commonly used terms and - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 26
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computer system or press the reset button, the system compares the hardware installed in the system to the hardware listed in the system configuration information stored in nonvolatile random-access memory the Manufacturing Test Report from the Dell Accessories folder or program group. Entering - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 28
half of both screens lists the categories that define the installed hardware in your computer. Fields beside the categories contain options or values. You can change those that appear use in the Device List screen. 2-2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 29
: 512 KB Video Memory: 2 MB System Memory: 32 MB (EDO) Service Tag: XXXXX Asset Tag: XXXXX Tab,Shift-Tab change fields change values Alt-P next Esc exit Alt-B reboot key functions system data Dell Computer Corporation (www.dell.com) Page 2 of 2 System OptiPlex Gn+ 5233L EM Setup BIOS Version - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 30
the date on the computer's internal calendar. Your Dell) • None • USR1 or USR2 • A specific drive-type number NOTE: Operating systems that bypass the system BIOS may not obtain optimum hard-disk drive performance. 2-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 31
that your problem is related to drive type, try manually entering your drive. If none of the supported drive types match the parameters Memory Reserved Memory allows you to designate a region of system board memory that can be supplied by an expansion card. You should not enable the reserved memory - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 32
Keyboard Errors enables or disables reporting of keyboard errors during the power-on self-test (POST), which is a series of tests that the system performs on the hardware each time the System Password category. 2-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 33
that is not bootable in the drive or finds a problem with the drive itself, the system displays an error finally from the Plug and Play option read-only memory (ROM) devices in the order found. Hard system and set the order in which your computer attempts to boot from these devices. CAUTION: - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 34
category and then the order of devices under Boot Device Priority. Device List Dell Computer Corporation (www.dell.com) System OptiPlex Gn+ 5233L EM Setup BIOS Version: XXX Boot Device Priority: LANDesk Service Agent for 3C90X Diskette drive A Hard drive C: CD-ROM device Exclude from Boot - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 35
If the system boots from the network, make sure the Intel LANDesk® Service Agent for 3C90X is the first item in the Boot Device Priority list this chapter for instructions on disabling a forgotten setup password. Auto Power On Auto Power On enables you to turn your computer system on automatically - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 36
that do not support it may cause the EIDE drive to become inoperable until the computer is restarted and the Power Management category is disabled. In low-power mode, the disks Port 2), or to Off to disable the port. 2-10 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 37
External Devices" in your online System User's Guide. Parallel Port Parallel Port configures the system's also supports ECP mode, which can be used by the Windows 95 operating system. Windows 95 ; this option is used primarily for troubleshooting purposes. Speaker Speaker determines whether the - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 38
the type of micro- processor detected and its operating service calls. The service tag number is also accessed by certain Dell support software, including the Dell set to Enabled, the computer system prompts you for the Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 39
the Password Status category is set to Unlocked. For instructions on changing the setting for Password Status, see If you enter one of these combinations, the speaker emits a beep. To erase a character when entering your password, press the - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 40
of the System Setup screens. For instructions on changing the setting for Password be able to remove the computer cover to change a jumper setting for password use, the system emits a beep. NOTES: The setup password can be Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 41
computer cover according to the instructions in "Removing the Computer Cover" in Chapter 5. CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide Replace the computer cover. 4. Reconnect your computer and peripherals to their power sources, - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 42
and Troubleshooting Guide; instead, refer to the instructions in "Performing a Memory Upgrade" in Chapter 6 of this guide. If you are given an option of pressing either to continue or to run the System Setup program, press the key. 2-16 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 43
by the BIOS. NOTES: The Microsoft Windows NT operating system does not provide full Plug and Play support. Therefore, some Plug and Play cards (such as modem, sound, and network cards) may not work with Windows NT. If your system is running a Dell-installed Windows NT operating system and you want - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 44
services such as Dell's TechConnect bulletin board service (BBS). See your online System User's Guide or the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide When you supply a computer. 3-2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 45
includes Dell-installed software, make a program diskette of the utility from the diskette image on your hard-disk drive. For instructions on computer. The ICU window contains menus and a tool bar, as shown in Figure 3-1. When you choose a course of action, the ICU displays dialog boxes to guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 46
ICU as described in "Starting the ICU" found earlier in this chapter. 2. From the ICU window, click Add or select Add Card from the Configure menu. 3. Click the name of the category the remainder of this procedure. 3-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 47
for Choice box. The resource values displayed are IRQ, DMA, Memory (Hex), and I/O Port (Hex). Figure 3-5. Configuration Choice List new resource setting from the list of available settings (see Figure 3-5). You cannot manually enter a value; you must choose a setting from the list. If there is - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 48
the ICU window, click Add Memory or Specify I/O Port dialog box. Click each box in succession to enter the beginning and ending addresses, and then click OK to complete the selection. Figure 3-9 shows the two fields. 3-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 49
computer. You can allocate different resources to the cards currently in your computer specific resource values. This procedure is called locking a card. You should lock a card only if it uses static device drivers list of installed cards in the ICU window, and choose Modify Card from the Configure - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 50
fields provided by the Specify Memory or Specify I/O Port dialog operation. The ICU returns to the ICU window. CAUTION: After removing a card from the computer. See "Removing an Expansion Card" in Chapter 6 for instructions. Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 51
in the ICU window, and then select nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM) as drivers that do not support this dynamic card configuration are referred to as static device drivers. To determine whether your expansion card has static device drivers, check the documentation that came with the drivers - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 52
" found earlier in this chapter. 3. Select Locking Enabled from the Advanced menu in the ICU window. A check mark next to Locking Enabled signifies that the feature is active; a Lock button appears your selections. 3-10 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 53
card and supports both the 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Ethernet standards. NOTE: OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ systems also offer an optional Wakeup On LAN-capable network card. For installation instructions, see the documentation that came with the network card. The NIC connector on the computer's back panel - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 54
a diskette copy of the NIC drivers installed on your hard-disk drive. 2. Connect the network cable to the back of your computer. See "Network Cable Requirements" found earlier in this chapter for detailed instructions. 4-2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-ProfileSystems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 55
Diskette Maker (in the Dell Accessories program group) to make a diskette copy of the NIC drivers installed on your harddisk drive. 2. Connect the network cable to the back of your computer. See "Network Cable Requirements" found earlier in this chapter for detailed instructions. 3. Verify that the - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 56
instructions in the following two subsections are for the Windows 95 NDIS 3 driver. See "Using the NDIS 2 Driver With Windows 95" found later in this chapter for information on using the NDIS 2 driver with Windows 95. 4-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-ProfileSystems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 57
running Dellinstalled Windows 95 Service Release 2, perform the following steps: 1. Use the Program Diskette Maker (in the Dell Accessories folder) to make a diskette copy of the NIC drivers installed on your hard-disk drive. 2. Connect the network cable to the back of your computer. See "Network - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 58
, and install the network drivers by running the 3Com Install program (install.exe), located on the NIC driver diskette 1. 5. Run the Network Interface Test Group (3c90xcfg.exe), located on the NIC driver diskette 1. 4-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-ProfileSystems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 59
Your Computer Your Dell computer system supports a variety of internal options that expand system capabilities. This chapter prepares you to install options inside the computer. It describes how to remove and replace the computer cover and expansion-card cage, as well as rotate the power supply - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 60
Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide. 4. Remove the cover. From the front of the computer, press in the two securing buttons ) are left inside the computer's chassis. 5-2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 61
the front of the computer is hanging over the edge of a table. Removing and Replacing the Expansion-Card Cage Your Dell computer has a removable expansion to remove the expansioncard cage: 1. Remove the computer cover as instructed in "Removing the Computer Cover" found earlier in this chapter. 2. - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 62
instructions if you are not facing the front of the computer while performing the procedure. back of computer expansion card left side hard-disk drive power supply to your system or unpredictable results may occur. 5-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 63
1-2. The number 1 is printed on the DC power cable drive interface cable power supply AC power receptacle fan guard voltage selection switch parallel port connector 1 connector mouse connector keyboard connector USB connectors padlock ring back of computer security cable slot serial port 2 - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 64
jumpered unjumpered Figure 5-7. System Board Jumpers 5-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 65
an undetermined speed. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the online System User's Guide. jumpered unjumpered Working Inside Your Computer 5-7 - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 66
USB USB connectors * The ISA1/PCI2 connector pair shares a single card-slot opening, so only one of the two connectors can be used at a time. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in your online System User's Guide. 5-8 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 67
memory • Microprocessor This chapter also includes instructions computer primary EIDE interface connector (IDE1) (pin-1 corner) Figure 6-1. System Board Features secondary EIDE interface connector (IDE2) (pin-1 corner) DIMM sockets (2) (DIMM_A) main power input connector (POWER_1) 3.3-V power - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 68
computer PCI1 and PCI2 support PCI expansion cards. instructions. NOTE: If you install a PCI or Plug and Play expansion card, your system automatically performs any required configuration tasks during the boot routine. 6-2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 69
computer cover as instructed in "Removing the Computer Cover" in Chapter 5. CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide Wakeup On LAN-capable network card, attach the three-wire power cable that came with the card to the P1 connector - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 70
. Your system can support nonparity extended-data out (EDO) DIMMs. . DIMMs (2) DIMM sockets (2) Figure 6-6. DIMMs and DIMM Sockets Table 6-1 lists sample memory configurations and shows valid DIMM combinations and socket placement for each configuration. 6-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 71
. Performing a Memory Upgrade Follow this procedure to perform a memory upgrade: 1. Remove the computer cover as instructed in "Removing the Computer Cover" in Chapter 5. CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide. 2. Determine - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 72
"Removing the Computer Cover" in Chapter 5. CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide. 2. See Figure 6-1 to locate the microprocessor socket (labeled "MICROPROCESSOR") on the system board. 6-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 73
If any of the pins on the chip appear to be bent, see the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. 6. Align the pin-1 corner of the microprocessor chip (see Figure 6-11) with the pin-1 corner of the microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 74
upgrade kit. CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer. Peel the release liner from the adhesive tape that is attached to the bottom of the heat sink. 9. Place the heat sink on top of the microprocessor chip (see Figure 6-13). 6-8 Dell OptiPlex Gn - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 75
computer cover, and then reconnect your computer and peripherals to their power Troubleshooting Guide for information on running the Dell Diagnostics and troubleshooting any problems processor, section of memory. The instructions). Turn off and disconnect your system from alternating current (AC) power - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 76
power. instructions. 2. Remove the computer cover as instructed in "Removing the Computer Cover" in Chapter 5. CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 77
cover, and then reconnect your computer and peripherals to their power sources and turn them on. 8. computer, turn it on, and enter the System Setup program. If the time and date are still incorrect, see the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 78
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, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect all the alternating current (AC) power cables from their power sources. 2. Remove the computer cover as instructed in "Removing the Computer Cover" in Chapter 5. 3. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the front of the - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 80
do not have the specifications for the first drive, do one of the following: • If you purchased the drive from Dell, you can contact Dell for the necessary reconfiguration information. (See the chapter titled "Getting Help" in the Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on obtaining - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 81
interface cable- to the back of the drive. Your drive's power input connector (to which you connect the DC power cable) resembles the connector shown in Figure 7-4. power input connector DC power cable Figure 7-4. DC Power Cable Connector The drive's interface connector is a header connector, as - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 82
computer cover as instructed in "Removing the Computer Cover" in Chapter 5. CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide disconnect the DC power cable and Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 83
the front of the drive bracket (see Figure 7-8) with the front of the computer. Hold the bracket level, and lower the assembly straight down into place (see "Installing an Expansion Card" in Chapter 6. 8. Connect a DC power cable to the power input connector on the back of the drive (see Figure 7-10 - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 84
by Dell come with their own operating software and documentation. After you install a tape drive, refer to the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing and using the tape drive software. 7-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 85
computer system. 3. Remove the computer cover as instructed in "Removing the Computer Cover" in Chapter 5. CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide the interface and power connectors. Place the bracket on the drive, - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 86
computer cover. Then reconnect your computer and peripherals to their power sources, and turn them on. 13. Insert a bootable diskette (such as the diagnostics diskette) into drive A, and turn on the computer system. 7-8 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 87
Test the hard-disk drive by running the HardDisk Drive(s) Test Group in the Dell diagnostics. See your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for information on running the diskette-based diagnostics and troubleshooting any problems that may occur. 17. Install your operating system on your hard-disk - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 88
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provides for future Dell-supported upgrades. A slower compatibility speed can be set through the System Setup program. Internal cache 32 KB (16-KB data cache; 16-KB instruction cache) Math acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the online System User's Guide. Technical Specifications A-1 - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 90
Specifications (matches external processor speed) Diskette/communications ports 48 MHz from the system clock Memory Architecture 64- RAM 16 MB NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the online System User's Guide. A-2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 91
Table A-1. Technical Specifications (continued) Memory (continued) Maximum RAM 256 MB Cache memory 512-KB L2 6-pin mini-DIN PS/2-compatible mouse 6-pin mini-DIN USB two USB-compliant connectors Internally accessible: Primary EIDE channel 40-pin connector User's Guide. Technical Specifications A-3 - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 92
Specifications (continued) Video Video type S3 Trio64V2 controller Video memory indicator (on NIC connector) . . . . yellow LED Power DC power supply: Wattage 145 W Heat dissipation 913 BTUs (fully loaded system Guide. A-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 93
Table A-1. Technical Specifications (continued) Physical Height 10.9 cm (4.3 inches) Width 40.89 cm (16.1 inches) Depth 43.69 cm (17.2 inches) Weight the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the online System User's Guide. Technical Specifications A-5 - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 94
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of various cards in your computer. If you receive a message from the ICU, see Table B-1 for suggestions on resolving any problems indicated by the message. Table B-1. Configuration Utility Messages Message Probable Cause Corrective Action Out of memory Memory allocation failed Either of these - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 96
Card" in Chapter 3. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the online System User's Guide. B-2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 97
each resource is as follows: • 4 DMA channels • 7 IRQ lines • 9 memory address blocks • 20 I/O ports To free values for the resource you are trying 3 for instructions. • If conflicting_card is not the sys- tem board, remove it from the computer. See "Removing a Card" in Chapter 3 for instructions. • - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 98
factory default. Reconfigure the card to the settings in the next display (see the card's manual) before installing it. This message can appear in two situations: • You added an ISA in the online System User's Guide. B-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 99
and the Configuration Manager. See the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide or the section titled "Contacting Dell" in your online System User's Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 100
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide or the section titled "Contacting Dell" in your online System User's Guide for instructions. ERROR: Failed NVS write. Error=Internal Error Code. An in the online System User's Guide. B-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 101
configured should be marked config err on the list of cards in the ICU window. 2. Select System Resources from the View menu. The System Resource Usage dialog card. See "Modifying a Card" in Chapter 3 for instructions. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 102
Help" in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide or the section titled "Contacting Dell" in your online System User's Guide for instructions on obtaining assistance. WARNING: Glossary in the online System User's Guide. B-8 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 103
For parallel printers, a cable is available from Dell Computer Corporation. Class A This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with radio communications - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 104
used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with radio and Dell OptiPlex Gn or Gn+ • Model number: DCS • Company name: Dell Computer Corporation Regulatory Department One Dell Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 105
as described in EN 55022, unless it is specifically stated that it is a category A device on the specification label. The following applies to devices in category and is on file at Dell Products Europe BV, Limerick, Ireland. VCCI Notices (Japan Only) Most Dell computer systems are classified by the - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 106
from the power supply socket, which should be located near the equipment and easily accessible. A protection mark "B" confirms that the equipment is in compliance with the protection usage requirements of standards PN-93/T-42107 and PN-89/E-06251. - - - -- -- C-4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 107
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16500 México, D.F. Dell Computer de México, S.A. de C.V. al Cuidado de Kuehne & Nagel de México S. de R.I. Avenida Soles No. 55 Col. Peñon de los Baños 15520 México, D.F. 115/230 V.C.A. ±10% 60/50 Hz 6.0/3.0 A C-6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 109
including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of parts and components not supplied by Dell. This warranty does not - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 110
the products from Dell under a written agreement with Dell, there may be different terms for the return of products under this policy, based on your agreement with Dell. To return products, you must call Dell Customer D-2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 111
Service (at the telephone number listed in the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide or the section titled "Contacting Dell" in your online System User's Guide) to receive a Credit Return Authorization Number. You must ship the products to Dell in their original - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 112
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, 2-7 booting the computer system, 2-7 C cables connector types, 7-3 DC power, 5-4, 7-3 drive computer boot devices, 2-7 features, 1-1 illustrated, 5-5 precautions for working inside, 5-1 removing and replacing cover, 5-2 securing, 1-5 system board features, 1-2, 6-1 technical specifications - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 114
7-3 connecting to power, 7-3 formatting, 7-9 front-panel inserts, 7-1 installing, 7-3 location in chassis, 7-1 partitioning, 7-9 types supported, A-3 Drives: Primary and Secondary categories, 2-4 drive-type numbers, 2-4 dual in-line memory modules. See DIMMS 2 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 115
interface connectors, 6-1 logically formatting, 7-9 partitioning, 7-9 power management, 2-10 electrostatic discharge. See ESD Energy Star bracket, 6-3 fixed disk. See drives; EIDE hard-disk drives fixing problems, 1-7 floor stand attaching, 1-5 floppy drives. See diskette drives formatting EIDE - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 116
5-7 location, 5-6 PSWD jumper, 2-15, 5-7 settings, 5-7 speed jumpers, 5-7, 6-9 K key combinations ISA Configuration Utility, 3-4 System Setup program, 2-2, 2-7 keyboard connector, 4-2, 6-1 Keyboard Errors category, 2-6 4 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile Systems Reference and Installation Guide - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 117
types supported, A-1 monitor power management, 2-9 Mouse category, 2-10 mouse connector, 4-2, 6-1 MS-DOS network driver, 4-6 N NDIS 2 network driver, 4-6 Network Driver Interface Specification. See NDIS network drivers MS-DOS, 4-6 NDIS 2, 4-6 Windows 95, 4-6 Windows for Workgroups, 4-4 Windows NT - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 118
6-2 S safety instructions for preventing ESD, vii general, v health considerations, v when working inside your computer, 5-1 security, 2-9, 2-16 See also setup password; system password security cable slot, 1-5 Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2 categories, 2-10 6 Dell OptiPlex Gn and Gn+ Low-Profile - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 119
enabling, 2-11 service, 1-7 Service Tag category, 2-12 11 specifications, A-1 speed jumpers setting, 5-7, 6-9 support, 1-7 system board about, 5-4 features, 1-2, 6-1 labels, 5-7 location, 5-5 system configuration information about, 2-1 saving, 3-9 system data categories, 2-12 System Memory - Dell OptiPlex Gn | Reference and Installation Guide (.pdf) - Page 120
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