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    open) power button power light Dell™ XPS™ 210 Owner's Manual front panel door (open) diagnostic lights hard drive activity light headphone connector microphone connector IEEE 1394 connector optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader* CD or DVD drive light USB 2.0 connectors (2) voltage selection
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    of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable. Information in this
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    to the Internet 22 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 22 Playing a CD or DVD 23 Adjusting the Volume 25 Adjusting the Picture 25 Copying CDs and DVDs 25 How to Copy a CD or DVD 25 Using Blank CDs and DVDs 26 Helpful Tips 27 Power Management 28 Standby Mode 28 Hibernate Mode 28
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    31 2 Solving Problems 33 Troubleshooting Tips 33 Battery Problems 33 Drive Problems 34 CD and DVD drive problems 34 Hard drive problems 35 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 35 Error Messages 37 Media Card Reader Problems 38 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 38 Keyboard Problems 39 Lockups and
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    to Use the Dell Diagnostics 52 Drivers 54 What Is a Driver 54 Identifying Drivers 54 Reinstalling Drivers 55 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 56 Restoring Your Operating System 56 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 56 4 Removing and Installing Parts 61 Before You
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    74 Connecting Drive Cables 75 Drive Interface Connectors 75 Power Cable Connector 75 Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables 76 Hard Drive 76 Removing a Hard Drive 76 Installing a Hard Drive 78 CD/DVD Drive 81 Removing a CD/DVD Drive 81 Installing a CD/DVD Drive 83 Media Card Reader 85
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    Cleaning Your Computer 109 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 109 Mouse 110 CDs and DVDs 110 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 110 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 111 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 111 FCC Notices (U.S. Only 111 FCC Class B
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    8 Contents
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    's Manual is available as a PDF at support.dell.com. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for my computer • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities CD
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    Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft® Windows® Product Key Label Service Tag and Microsoft Windows Product Key These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct
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    Dell customers • Upgrades - Upgrade information for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Contact information, service call and order status, and warranty and repair information • Service and support - Service call status, support history, service
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    use the Drivers and Utilities CD (ResourceCD) to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. Your operating system product key label is located on your computer. NOTE: The color of your Operating System CD varies according to the operating system you ordered. Dell Supported Linux
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    Setting Up and Using Your Computer Front and Back View of the Computer Front View NOTE: The front panel door does not close when you are using the Flash Media, IEEE 1394, USB, or headphone connectors. 12 11 10 1 2 9 8 3 7 6 5 4 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13
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    8 microphone connector 9 headphone connector 10 hard-drive activity light 11 diagnostic lights 12 front-panel door Press this button to eject a CD/DVD from the drive. The drive activity light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. Use the front USB connectors for devices that
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    panel connectors 4 card slots 4 See the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide for more information. Insert the power cable. Plug IEEE 1394, USB and other devices into the appropriate connector. Access connectors for any installed PCI Express cards. Setting Up and Using Your Computer
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    attach multichannel-capable speakers. Use the blue line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. Use the green line-out connector to attach headphones and most speakers with integrated
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    multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect
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    connector on printer Using a Media Card Reader (Optional) Use the Media Card Reader to transfer data directly to your computer. The Media Card Reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture Card • SmartMedia (SMC) • CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) • MicroDrive (mini SD and MS Pro Duo
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    • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Reduced size MMC • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro/Duo Pro) For information on installing a Media Card Reader, see "Installing a Media Card Reader" on page 87. 1 2 3 4 1 xD-Picture Card and 2 SmartMedia (SMC) 3 Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) 4 CompactFlash Type I and II (CF I/II) and
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    button, click Help and Support, click User and system guides, click Device guides, and then click the guide for your graphics card). Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter NOTE: Plug the network cable into the network adapter connector on the computer. Do not plug the
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    connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later operating systems. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen. Setting Up and Using Your
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    a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually. • If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP. 5 Click Next. If you selected Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. 22 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
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    ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Playing a CD or DVD NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you are playing CDs or DVDs. 1 Press the eject
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    . Play. Fast forward. Pause. Fast reverse. Go to the next title or chapter. Go to the previous title or chapter. For more information on playing CDs or DVDs, click Help on the CD or DVD player (if available). 24 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
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    window. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to DVD media. If you have a CD-RW/DVD combo drive and you experience recording problems, check for available software patches on the Sonic support website at www.sonic.com. The DVD-writable drives installed in Dell computers
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    computer hard drive. When prompted, insert a blank CD or DVD into the drive and click OK. • If you have two CD/DVD drives, select the drive into which you have inserted your source CD or DVD and click the Disc Copy button. The computer copies the data from the source CD or DVD to the blank CD or DVD
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    . CD-RWs may not play in many home or car stereos. • You cannot create audio DVDs with Roxio Creator Plus. • Music MP3 files can be played only on MP3 players or on computers that have MP3 software installed. • Commercially available DVD players used in home theater systems may not support all
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    the monitor or the hard drive, or you can use standby mode or hibernate mode to reduce power to the entire computer. When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, the Windows desktop is restored to the state it was in before it entered the mode. NOTE: If your computer has a card in the PCI
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    space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. Power Options Properties Define your standby mode
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    and the audio to mute. In this mode, the computer is still operating as indicated by the power button indicator and diagnostic lights 1, 2, and 4 being lit. Also, you may notice that the hard drive indicator may blink when the hard drive is being accessed by an external device. To resume normal
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    inside a single CPU package, thereby increasing computing efficiency and multi-tasking ability. If dual-core technology is supported, two processors are visible. It is recommended that you use the Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 1 (SP1), or later, operating system because Windows XP is optimized
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    is using Hyper-Threading technology: 1 Click the Start button, right-click My Computer, and then click Properties. 2 Click Hardware, then click Device Manager. 3 In the Device Manager window, click the plus (+) sign next to Processors. If Hyper-Threading is enabled, the processor is listed twice
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    Tips Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is properly connected. • If an
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    Computer" on page 109. CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 56. R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52. CD and DVD drive problems NOTE: High-speed CD
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    to the CD/DVD-RW. TU R N O F F S T A N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I N G T O A C D / D V D - R W D I S C - See "Power Management" on page 28 or search for the keyword standby in Windows Help and Support Center for information on power management modes. Hard drive problems RUN
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    to All Programs, and then click Modem Helper. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. Modem Helper is not available on certain computers. VERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS COMMUNICATING WITH WINDOWS - 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other
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    windows and open the program that you want to use. In some cases, you may have to restart your computer to restore computer resources. If so, run the program that you want to use first. O P E R A T I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 112). Solving Problems
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    Media Card Reader Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NO DRIVE LETTER IS ASSIGNED - When Microsoft Windows XP detects the Media Card Reader, the device is automatically assigned a drive
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    Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. The computer does not start up C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I G H T S - See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 49. ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE
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    so that it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start, point to All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. A solid blue screen appears TU
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    TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, OR CDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. IF YOU
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    about the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 66. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52). Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide
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    on page 56. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S G R E E N A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I N G - See "Diagnostic Lights" on page
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    all memory modules (see "Memory" on page 66). • Remove and then reinstall any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see "Cards" on page 70). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G A M B E R - The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may exist
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    the printer documentation for information on reinstalling the printer driver. Scanner Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your scanner, contact
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    to the computer's front-panel headphone connector. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T - Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or
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    directly to the computer. • Swap the computer and monitor power cables to determine if the monitor's power cable is defective. • Check the connectors for bent or broken pins (it is normal for monitor cable connectors to have missing pins). CHECK THE MONITOR POWER LIGHT - • If the power light is lit
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    by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I G H T S - See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 49. The screen is difficult to read C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I N G S - See the monitor documentation for instructions on adjusting the contrast and
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    Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the front panel (see "Front
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    graphics card into your computer. • If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 112). Reseat all power and data cables. A possible USB failure has occurred. Reinstall all USB devices and check all cable connections. No memory
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    to boot from a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive), check system setup (see "System Setup" on page 101) to make sure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 112). Troubleshooting
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    and problem descriptions exactly as they appear and follow the instructions on the screen. 5 After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 6 Close the Main Menu window to exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer. 52 Troubleshooting
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    the error code and problem description exactly as it appears and follow the instructions on the screen. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 112). NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. When contacting Dell support
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    if you: • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. Windows XP 1 Click the
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    drivers for your Dell™ computer. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer may not function properly. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver
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    If Device Driver Rollback and manually reinstalling the driver do not resolve the problem, use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver (see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 56). Resolving Software and Hardware
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    delete any files or programs until the system restoration process is complete. NOTE: If a problem occurs after you install a device driver, first try to resolve the problem by using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback (see "Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback" on page 55). 1 Click Start, point to
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    deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on the computer. During the boot process, a blue bar with www.dell.com appears at the top
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    on the hard drive. 6 Right-click Local Disk (C) in Windows Explorer, click Properties, and verify that the additional disk space is available as indicated by the increased value for Free Space. 7 Click Finish to close the PC Restore Removal window. 8 Restart the computer. Troubleshooting Tools 59
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    60 Troubleshooting Tools
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    • You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 61 and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 62. • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal
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    by its edges, not by its pins. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop
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    then press the power button to ground the system board. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. NOTICE: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the removed cover-at least 30 cm (1 ft) of desktop space. NOTICE
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    Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. 2 1 3 4 7 6 5 1 drive release latch 4 hard drive 7 front-panel door 2 CD/DVD drive 5 heat sink assembly 3 power supply and fan 6 power button
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    System Board Components 1 2 3 30 4 29 28 5 27 26 6 25 7 8 9 10 24 11 12 23 13 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 Removing and Installing Parts 65
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    socket (BATTERY) 21 network connector (NIC) and USB connectors (2) (NIC_USB1) 7 internal speaker (SPKR) 22 back-panel IEEE 1394 connector (BACK1394) 8 hard disk fan connector (HDDFAN) 23 IEEE 1394 connector (INT1394) 9 hard disk connector (SATA0) 24 PCI Express x1 connector (SLOT2) 10 CD/DVD
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    2 matched pair of memory modules in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 (black securing clips) NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do
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    CD/DVD drive (see "Removing a CD/DVD Drive" on page 81). 3 Remove the optional Media Card Reader or optional floppy drive, (see "Removing a Media Card Reader" on page 85 or "Removing a Floppy Drive" on page 89) if installed. 4 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector
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    the computer. 8 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 9 Right-click the My Computer icon and click Properties. 10 Click the General tab. 11 To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. Removing and Installing Parts
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    and forth to remove it from the connector. Cards CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body
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    a card-slot opening, then continue with step 5. 4 If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector. Removing and Installing Parts 71
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    , be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards. 6 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot. 7 If you are installing the card into the x16 card connector, position the card so the securing slot is
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    into the computer. 12 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 96), reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 13 Install any drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation. Removing and Installing Parts 73
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    driver. Drives Your computer supports a combination of these devices: • One SATA (serial ATA) drive • One FlexBay drive (optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader) • One CD or DVD drive 2 3 1 1 FlexBay for optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader (under CD/DVD drive) 2 CD/DVD drive 3 hard drive
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    pin 1 of the connector. Reversing the cable prevents the drive from operating and could damage the controller, the drive, or both. Serial ATA Connector 1 2 1 SATA interface cable 2 interface connector Power Cable Connector To connect a drive using the power cable, locate the power input connector
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    pin on one connector matches a tab or a filled-in hole on the other connector. Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer
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    of the computer by the drive cables. Doing so may cause damage to cables and the cable connectors. 3 Lift the drive out of the computer and disconnect the power and hard-drive cables from the drive. 1 2 1 power cable 2 hard drive cable or serial ATA data cable Removing and Installing Parts 77
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    a Hard Drive 1 Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation. 2 Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer. NOTE: If your replacement hard drive does not have the plastic guide bracket attached, remove the bracket from the old drive
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    3 Connect the power cable and hard-drive or SATA cable to the drive. 2 1 3 4 1 power cable 2 hard drive plastic latch 3 hard drive cable or serial ATA data cable 4 open bay 4 Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated. 5 Gently slide the drive into the
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    into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer. 9 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation. 80 Removing and Installing Parts
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    the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. Removing a CD/DVD Drive 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin
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    5 Disconnect the data cable from the system board connector. 6 Disconnect the power cable and data cable from the back of the drive. 5 1 4 2 3 1 data cable 2 power cable 4 CD/DVD drive 5 CD/DVD drive bracket 3 system board connector 82 Removing and Installing Parts
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    Installing a CD/DVD Drive 1 Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation. Check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. 2 Connect the power and data cables to the drive. 1 2 3 1 data cable 2 power cable 3 system board connector 3
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    into place. 2 1 1 CD/DVD drive 2 CD/DVD drive bracket 5 Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents. 6 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 96). 7 Connect your computer and devices to their electrical
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    Begin" on page 61. 2 Remove the CD/DVD drive (see "Removing a CD/DVD Drive" on page 81). 3 Remove the hard drive (see "Removing a Hard Drive" on page 76). 4 Disconnect the interface cable from the back of the Media Card Reader and from the Media Card Reader connector on the system board (see "System
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    5 Pull up on the drive release latch and slide the Media Card Reader towards the back of the computer, then lift to remove the drive from the computer. 2 1 1 drive release latch 2 Media Card Reader 86 Removing and Installing Parts
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    Installing a Media Card Reader 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 61. 2 Remove the Media Card Reader from its packaging. 3 Slide the drive into place until you hear a click or feel the drive securely installed. Removing and Installing Parts 87
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    and to the Media Card Reader connector on the system board. 1 1 interface cable 5 Replace the CD/DVD drive (see "Installing a CD/DVD Drive" on page 83). 6 Replace the hard drive (see "Installing a Hard Drive" on page 78). 7 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 96
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    safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. Removing a Floppy Drive 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 61. 2 Remove the CD/DVD drive (see
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    from the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 65). NOTE: The interface cable is held in place by the metal drive bracket and does not need to be removed from the drive. 1 2 3 1 cable release tab 2 interface cable edge connector 3 interface cable 90 Removing and Installing Parts
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    interface cable is held in place by the metal drive bracket and does not need to be removed from the drive. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 61. 2 Gently slide the drive into place until you hear a click or feel the drive securely installed. Removing and Installing Parts 91
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    cable edge connector 3 interface cable 4 Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents. 5 Replace the CD/DVD drive (see "Installing a CD/DVD Drive" on page 83). 6 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on
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    by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. Replacing the Modem 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 61. NOTE: For easier access to the modem, it may be necessary to remove the power cable from the power connector on the system board (see "System Board Components
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    modem cable to the RJ11 internal connector. 4 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 96). Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage
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    to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector while installing or removing a battery. 6 Hold the battery with the "+" facing up, and press the battery straight down into the connector until it snaps into place. 7 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on
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    the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. 1 Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way. Gently pull the power cables toward you so that they do not get caught underneath the drives. 2 Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer
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    types Level 2 (L2) cache Memory Type Memory connectors Memory capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory BIOS address Computer Information Chipset DMA channels Interrupt levels BIOS chip (NVRAM) NIC System clock Intel® Pentium® 4, Pentium® D, Celeron® D, Intel Core™ processor 1 MB for Pentium
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    ATA drive, USB memory devices, floppy drive, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD+RW drive, DVD/CD-RW combo drive, DVD+/-RW drive, and Media Card Reader Internally accessible one bay for 1-inch high hard drive Connectors External connectors: IEEE 1394 Video one 6-pin powered back-panel connector one 6-pin
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    one 2-pin connector two 7-pin connectors two 5-pin connectors (one for the CPU fan and one for the optional hard disk fan connector.) 36-pin connector 164-pin connector 10-pin header for optional Media Card Reader (3.5-inch bay device) one 12-pin connector one 26-pin connector one 40-pin header one
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    of the diagnostic light codes) Standby power light STBYLED on the system board Activity light (optional Media Card green blinking light Reader) Power DC power supply: Wattage 275 W Heat dissipation 935 BTU/hr Voltage (See the safety instructions manual selection power supplies - 90 to
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    configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password • To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed Before you use system setup, it is recommended that you write
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    (or restart) your computer. 2 When the DELL logo appears, press you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down your computer and try again. System window. The field is a scrollable list containing features that define the configuration of your computer, including installed hardware, power
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    a boot device and restart the computer, the device appears in the system setup menu. To boot from a USB memory device, select the USB device and move it so that it becomes the first device in the list. Drives Diskette Drive Identifies and defines the floppy drive attached to the FLOPPY connector
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 104
    a USB storage device. This setting specifies which video controller is primary when two video controllers are present on the computer. Use this option to select 8 MB (default) or 1 MB of system memory for an integrated video controller. If your computer's processor supports Hyper-Threading, this
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 105
    computer starts. Power Management AC Recovery Determines what happens when AC power is restored to the computer. Auto Power On Sets the computer your computer using a power strip or surge protector. Auto Power Time Sets time to automatically turn on the computer. Time is kept in a 24-hour
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    , for example, to boot your computer to a USB device such as a floppy drive or memory key. 1 If you are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB connector (see "Front and Back View of the Computer" on page 13). 2 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 3 When the DELL logo appears, press
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 107
    Enter> to access the menu. NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to restore it. 3 Press the up- and down-arrow keys to move through the list of devices. 4 Press the spacebar to enable or disable a device (enabled devices have a checkmark). 5 Press the key or the key to
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 108
    . 2 Remove the computer cover ("Removing the Computer Cover" on page 62). 3 Locate the 2-pin password jumper (CLRPSWD) on the system board, and remove the jumper to clear the password (see "System Board Components" on page 65). 4 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 109
    Guide. NOTE: This procedure does not clear or reset system and setup passwords. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 61. 2 Remove the computer cover ("Removing the Computer Cover" on page 62). 3 Reset the current CMOS settings: 4 Locate the 2-pin password (CLRPSWD) and CMOS
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 110
    for CDs are safe to use on DVDs. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to
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    warranty and any optional support service contract purchased with the computer. 2 All Dell-standard components included in a Custom Factory Integration (CFI) project are covered by the standard Dell limited warranty for your computer. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover
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    see a telephone number listed that is specific for XPS computers, you may contact Dell through the support number listed and your call will be routed appropriately. When you need to contact Dell, use the electronic addresses, telephone numbers, and codes provided in the following table. If you need
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 113
    mail: [email protected] Country Code: 54 City Code: 11 E-mail for desktop and portable computers: [email protected] E-mail for servers and EMC® storage products: [email protected] Customer Care Technical Support Technical Support Services Sales Aruba Website: www.dell.com.aw
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 114
    : [email protected] Technical Support Belgium (Brussels) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Tech Support for XPS Country Code: 32 Tech Support for all other Dell computers City Code: 2 Tech Support Fax Customer Care Corporate Sales Fax Switchboard Bermuda
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    , televisions, handhelds, digital jukebox, and wireless) Sales (Home Sales/Small Business) Sales (med./large bus., government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales Cayman Islands E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 0800 90
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 116
    ) Country Code: 86 City Code: 592 116 Specifications Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: www.dell.com/cl E-mail: [email protected] Sales and Customer Support Technical Support (CTC) Technical Support (ENTEL) Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 117
    www.dell.com/cr E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Customer Care Fax Technical Fax Switchboard Website: support.euro.dell.com Technical Support for XPS Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 118
    Website: www.dell.com/ec E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support (Telephonica) Finland (Helsinki) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 990 E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 358 Technical Support City Code: 9 Customer Care Switchboard Sales under 500
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 119
    Country Code: 49 City Code: 69 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com Home and Small Business Technical Support for XPS Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care Switchboard Switchboard (calls from outside of France) Sales Fax
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 120
    International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Greece Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Technical Support Country Code: 30 Gold Service Technical Support Switchboard Gold Service Switchboard Sales Fax
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 121
    Technical Support for XPS computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers General Fax/Sales Fax Switchboard U.K. Customer Care (dial within U.K. only) Corporate Customer Care (dial within U.K. only) U.K. Sales (dial within U.K. only) Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 122
    Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Italy (Milan) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 39 City Code: 02 Jamaica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com Home and Small Business Technical Support Customer Care Fax
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 123
    Japan Individual User Switchboard Korea (Seoul) E-mail: [email protected] International Access Code: 001 Support Country Code: 82 City Code: 2 Support (Dimension, PDA, Electronics and Accessories) Sales Fax Switchboard Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers toll-free: 0120
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 124
    Website: support.euro.dell.com Support Home/Small Business Sales Corporate Sales Customer Care Fax Technical Support Customer Service (Xiamen, China) Transaction Sales (Xiamen, China) Website: support.ap.dell.com Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Technical Support (Dimension
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 125
    dell.com General Support E-mail: [email protected] General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com Technical Support for XPS Technical Support for all other Dell computers Technical Support Fax Home/Small Business Customer Care Relational Customer Care Home/Small Business Sales Relational Sales
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 126
    ) Peru E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Poland (Warsaw) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 011 E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 48 Customer Service Phone City Code: 22 Customer Care Sales Customer Service Fax Reception Desk Fax
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 127
    Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) Customer Care Slovakia (Prague) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 421 Transaction Sales
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 128
    Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Website: support.euro.dell.com Home and Small Business Technical Support Customer Care Sales Switchboard Fax Corporate Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard Fax Website: support.euro.dell.com Technical Support for XPS Technical Support for all other Dell
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 129
    @dell.com Country Code: 886 Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, Inspiron, Dimension, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical Support (servers and storage) Customer Care Transaction Sales Corporate Sales Thailand Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Country Code
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 130
    Code: 1344 Uruguay Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: www.dell.com/tc E-mail: [email protected] General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/form/home.asp Sales
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 131
    ) Customer Service and Support Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Customers Dell Sales Dell Outlet Store (Dell refurbished computers) Software and Peripherals Sales Spare Parts Sales Extended Service and Warranty Sales Fax Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired Area Codes
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 132
    (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code U.S. Virgin Islands Venezuela Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Website: www.dell.com/ve E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Area Codes, Local Numbers
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 133
    booting to a USB device, 106 C cards installing, 71 removing, 74 slots, 70 types supported, 70 CD/DVD drive problems, 34 CD/DVD-RW drive problems, 35 CDs, 25 operating system, 12 playing, 23 Check Disk, 35 CMOS settings clearing, 109 computer cleaning, 109 crashes, 39-40 internal parts, 64 restore
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 134
    information, 9 error messages diagnostic lights, 49 F floppy drive installing, 91 removing, 89 H hard drive installing, 78 problems, 35 removing, 76 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 52 Hardware Troubleshooter, 56 Help and Support Center, 11 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 11 hibernate mode
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 135
    speakers, 46 technical support policy, 110 troubleshooting tips, 33 video and monitor, 47 volume adjusting, 46 Product Information Guide, 9 Program Compatibility Wizard, 40 R regulatory information, 9 restoring Windows XP, 56 S safety instructions, 9 SATA. See serial ATA scanner problems, 45 screen
  • Dell XPS | Owners Manual - Page 136
    Dell Diagnostics, 52 diagnostic lights, 49 Hardware Troubleshooter, 56 Help and Support Center, 11 restore to previous operating state, 56 tips, 33 TV connect to computer, 20 U USB booting to devices, 106 V video problems, 47 volume adjusting, 46 W warranty information, 9 Windows XP Device Driver
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Dell™ XPS™ 210
Owner’s Manual
Model DCCY
*
Not present on certain computers.
front panel
door (push to
open)
power button
power light
diagnostic lights
headphone connector
front panel door (open)
microphone connector
optional floppy drive or
Media Card Reader*
network connector
IEEE 1394 connector
voltage selection switch
USB 2.0 connectors (6)
center/LFE connector
modem connector
CD or DVD drive light
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
IEEE 1394 connector
power connector
integrated video connector
S/PDIF connector
microphone/side-surround sound connector
PCI Express x16 card slot
PCI Express x1 card slot
line-out connector
line-in connector
rear surround sound
connector
hard drive activity light