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1 2 3 1 hard-drive data cable 3 power cable 2 hard-drive data connector on system board (SATA0 or SATA1) 10 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 207). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer. 11 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 12 See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation. Mini Tower Computer Parts 177

Section	Page
Finding Information	13
Mini Tower Computer Views	21
Front View	21
Back View	23
Back Panel Connectors	24
Mini Tower Specifications	27
Desktop Computer Views	33
Front View	33
Back View	35
Back Panel Connectors	36
Desktop Computer Specifications	39
Setting Up Your Computer	47
Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure	47
Setting Up a Home and Office Network	49
Connecting to a Network Adapter	49
Network Setup	50
Connecting to the Internet	51
Setting Up Your Internet Connection	51
Transferring Information to a New Computer	53
Microsoft® Windows® XP (Optional)	53
Microsoft Windows Vista™ (Optional)	57
Setting Up a Printer	57
Printer Cable	57
Connecting a USB Printer	57
Connecting a Parallel Printer	59
Connecting Two Monitors	60
Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors	60
Connecting One Monitor With a VGA Connector and One Monitor With a DVI Connector	61
Connecting a TV	62
Changing the Display Settings	62
Power Protection Devices	62
Surge Protectors	62
Line Conditioners	63
Uninterruptible Power Supplies	63
Advanced Features	65
LegacySelect Technology Control	65
Manageability	65
Dell OpenManage™ IT Assistant	65
Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation	65
Power Management	66
Using Multimedia	69
Playing CDs or DVDs	69
Adjusting the Volume	70
Adjusting the Picture	71
Securing Your Computer	75
Security Management Software	75
Password Types	75
Activating the Security Management Software	75
Using the Security Management Software	76
Computer Tracking Software	76
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen	76
System Setup	79
Overview	79
Entering System Setup	79
System Setup Screens	79
System Setup Options	80
Boot Sequence	88
Clearing Forgotten Passwords	91
Clearing CMOS Settings	92
Flashing the BIOS	93
About RAID Configurations	95
Verifying That RAID Is Working	95
RAID Level 1 Configuration	96
Troubleshooting RAID	96
Recovering From a Multiple Hard Drive Failure Using the Intel® RAID Option ROM Utility	97
Recovering From a Single Hard Drive Failure Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager	98
Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode	98
Cleaning Your Computer	99
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor	99
Floppy Drive	99
CDs and DVDs	99
Troubleshooting Tools	101
Power Lights	101
Beep Codes	102
System Messages	104
Diagnostic Lights	106
Dell Diagnostics	111
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics	111
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive	111
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities media	112
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu	112
Troubleshooting	115
Solving Problems	115
Battery Problems	115
Drive Problems	115
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems	117
Error Messages	118
IEEE 1394 Device Problems	119
Keyboard Problems	120
Lockups and Software Problems	120
Memory Problems	122
Mouse Problems	123
Network Problems	124
Power Problems	124
Printer Problems	125
Scanner Problems	126
Sound and Speaker Problems	127
Video and Monitor Problems	128
If only part of the display is readable	130
Power Lights	130
Reinstalling Software	133
Drivers	133
What Is a Driver?	133
Identifying Drivers	133
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities	134
Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems	136
Restoring Your Operating System	137
Using Microsoft Windows System Restore	137
Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore	139
Using the Operating System Media	142
Adding and Replacing Parts	143
Before You Begin	143
Recommended Tools	143
Turning Off Your Computer	143
Before Working Inside Your Computer	144
Mini Tower Computer Parts	147
Removing the Computer Cover	147
Inside View of Your Computer	149
System Board Components	150
Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments	152
Memory	155
Installation Guidelines	155
Installing Memory	156
Removing Memory	157
Cards	157
PCI and PCI Express Cards	158
Bezel	164
Removing the Bezel	165
Replacing the Bezel	166
Drives	166
Recommended Drive Cable Connections	167
Connecting Drive Cables	167
Drive Interface Connectors	167
Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables	168
Hard Drives	168
Installing a Second Hard Drive	174
Drive-Panel Inserts	178
Floppy Drive	180
Optical Drive	185
Battery	190
Replacing the Battery	190
Power Supply	192
Replacing the Power Supply	192
Speakers	194
Installing a Speaker	194
Removing a Speaker	195
Processor	196
Removing the Processor and Heat Sink	197
Installing the Processor and Heat Sink	199
I/O Panel	203
Removing the I/O Panel	203
Installing the I/O Panel	204
System Board	205
Removing the System Board	205
Installing the System Board	207
Replacing the Computer Cover	207
Desktop Computer Parts	209
Removing the Computer Cover	209
Inside View of Your Computer	210
System Board Components	212
Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments	214
Memory	217
Installation Guidelines	217
Installing Memory	217
Removing Memory	219
Cards	219
PCI and PCI Express Cards	220
Drives	226
Recommended Drive Cable Connections	227
Connecting Drive Cables	227
Drive Interface Connectors	228
Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables	228
Hard Drives	229
Floppy Drive	233
Optical Drive	237
Battery	241
Replacing the Battery	241
Power Supply	242
Replacing the Power Supply	243
Speakers	245
Installing a Speaker	245
Removing a Speaker	246
Processor	247
Removing the Processor and Heat Sink	247
Installing the Processor	249
I/O Panel	253
Removing the I/O Panel	253
Installing the I/O Panel	254
System Board	255
Removing the System Board	255
Installing the System Board	257
Replacing the Computer Cover	257
Getting Help	261
Obtaining Assistance	261
Technical Support and Customer Service	262
DellConnect	262
Online Services	262
AutoTech Service	263
Automated Order-Status Service	263
Problems With Your Order	263
Product Information	264
Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit	264
Before You Call	264
Diagnostics Checklist	266
Contacting Dell	267
Appendix	269
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)	269
FCC Class B	269