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is subject to change without notice. © 1996 1998 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and OptiPlex are registered - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Interface 1-6 Chassis Intrusion Detection 1-6 Integrated Ethernet NIC Support (Optional 1-7 Network Cable Requirements 1-7 Full Set of I/O Ports 1-7 Power Supply 1-8 Location of Major Components 1-8 Advanced Expansion Features 1-13 OptiPlex NX1 Computer's Expansion-Card Slot 1-14 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Channel Assignments 1-22 Hard-Disk Drive Service Information 1-22 Hard-Disk Drive for the Low-Profile Computer 1-23 Hard-Disk Drive for the Midsize Computer 1-23 Hard-Disk Drive for the Mini Tower Computer 1-24 Hard-Disk Drive for the OptiPlex NX1 Computer 1-24 Power-Supply Service Data 1-24 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Diskette Drive Assembly 4-9 5.25-Inch Drive Assembly 4-10 Hard-Disk Drive Assembly 4-11 System Power Supply 4-12 Expansion Cards 4-13 Expansion-Card Cage 4-13 Expansion Card 4-14 Riser Board 4-15 System Board 4-16 System Board Components 4-17 DIMMs 4-17 Video Memory 4-18 Microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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11 5.25-Inch Drive Assembly 6-12 Hard-Disk Drive Bracket 6-14 Hard-Disk Drive 6-15 System Power Supply 6-16 Expansion Cards 6-17 Expansion-Card Cage 6-17 Expansion Card 6-18 Riser Board 6-19 System Board 6-20 System Board Components 6-21 DIMMs 6-21 Video Memory 6-22 Microprocessor 6-23 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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7-2 Inside the Computer 7-2 Optional Stand 7-3 Computer Cover 7-4 Control Panel 7-6 Hard-Disk Drive 7-7 System Power Supply 7-8 Expansion-Card Cage 7-9 Expansion Card 7-10 Riser Board 7-11 System Board 7-12 System Board Components 7-13 DIMMs 7-13 Video Memory 7-14 Microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-Inch Drive Assembly Removal 4-10 Hard-Disk Drive Assembly Removal 4-11 System Power-Supply Removal 4-12 Expansion-Card Cage Removal 4-13 Expansion-Card Removal 4-14 Riser Board Removal 4-15 System Board Removal 4-16 DIMM Removal 4-17 DIMM Installation 4-17 Installing a Video-Memory Upgrade - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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5-11 Hard-Disk Drive Bracket Removal 5-12 Hard-Disk Drive Removal 5-13 System Power-Supply Removal 5-14 Expansion-Card Cage Removal 5-15 Expansion-Card Removal 5-16 Riser Board Removal 5-17 System Board Removal 5-18 DIMM Removal 5-19 DIMM Installation 5-19 Installing a Video-Memory Upgrade - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-Memory Upgrade Module 6-22 SEC Cartridge/Heat Sink Removal 6-23 System Battery Installation 6-24 Internal View of the OptiPlex NX1 Computer 7-3 Optional-Stand Removal 7-3 Computer Cover Removal 7-4 Service Access Lock 7-5 Control Panel Removal 7-6 Hard-Disk Drive Removal 7-7 System Power - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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to information provided in this manual and the User's Guide that came with the system, Dell provides the Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for troubleshooting procedures and instructions on using the Dell diagnostics to test the computer system. Throughout this manual, there may be blocks of - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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This manual contains field-servicing information for the Dell® OptiPlex® GX1/ GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC family of computers. The Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems are high-speed (266-, 333-, 350-, 400or 450-MHz), upgradable desktop computers built around high-performance - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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of available external drive bays for diskette, CD-ROM, or tape drives Physical size and power supply types (the midsize and mini tower systems use the same power supply) Due to the physical differences in the four chassis configurations, a separate parts removal and replacement chapter (Chapters - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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system board for ease of upgrading when faster processors are available. Contact Dell Computer Corporation for information about Dell-supported microprocessor upgrades. For additional performance, the OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems employ a secondary cache memory subsystem with a cache - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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HardDisk Drive Service Information" found later in this chapter. The OptiPlex NX1 system supports only one hard-disk drive and optionally one external diskette drive for running the diskette-based diagnostics as described in Chapter 2,"Basic Troubleshooting". As a standard feature, OptiPlex GX1/GX1p - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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integrated controller and diskette drive connector, but is not equipped with a diskette drive. If you run the diskettebased diagnostics, this computer requires an external diskette-drive kit as described in Chapter 2, "Basic Troubleshooting." The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems include an - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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to the system board, CD-ROM audio cables must be attached from the adapter card's CD-ROM audio input and CD-ROM audio output connections to the AMC connector. See the AMC-compliant adapter card's documentation for more information. The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems include a telephony - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the Reference and Installation Guide provides instructions for connecting the computer to, and configuring it for use on, an Ethernet network. For OptiPlex NX1 systems, refer to the online Network Administrator's Guide. For desktop connectivity, the OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems include - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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than that used in the low-profile and OptiPlex NX1 chassis configurations. Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems have a special power supply that provides trickle ("flea") power to support the Wakeup On LAN feature when computer power is off. Figure 1-2 shows the front-panel features - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power button power indicator reset button hard-disk drive access indicator Midsize Chassis diskette-drive access indicator power button reset button power indicator hard-disk drive access indicator Mini Tower Chassis OptiPlex NX1 Chassis power button power indicator hard-disk drive - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power supply padlock ring voltage selection switch AC power receptacle parallel port connector serial port 1 connector mouse connector keyboard connector USB connectors (2) serial port 2 connector 3.5-inch diskette drive diskette/tape drive interface cable hard-disk drive interface cable hard-disk - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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3.5-inch diskette drive diskette/tape drive interface cable drive cage power supply hard-disk drive bracket AC power receptacle voltage selection switch padlock ring chassis intrusion switch hard-disk drive interface cable parallel port connector serial port 1 connector mouse connector - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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connector mouse connector USB connectors (2) serial port 2 connector video connector NIC connector (optional) audio connectors (3) padlock ring power supply external drive bays hard-disk drive bracket interface cable chassis intrusion switch expansion-card cage system board riser board 1-12 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(2) serial port 2 connector hard-disk drive expansion-card cage security cable slot expansion-card slot AC power receptacle audio connectors (3) NIC connector (optional) video connector The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p systems contain advanced expansion subsystems that can support a mixture of traditional - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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supports an optional NIC expansion card with Wakeup On LAN capability. The power LED lights up when DC power is applied to the riser board. power LED Wakeup On LAN power connector PCI1 connector The OptiPlex GX1 low-profile computers have three expansion-card slots. The riser board has two ISA - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-PCI bridge. Option 2 has two ISA expansion-card connectors and five PCI expansion-card connectors. Two PCI/ISA expansion-card connector pairs each share an is on, the riser board is receiving power; if off, the riser board is not receiving power. LED HDLED connector ISA3 connector ISA2 connector - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the various chassis configurations in Chapters 4, 5, 6, and 7. On the OptiPlex GX1/GX1p and OptiPlex NX1 systems, the microprocessor and secondary L2 cache memory are implemented in an SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly. Upgrade to a higher-performance microprocessor is accomplished by snapping out - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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in the Reference and Installation Guide for additional upgrade information. The following subsections provide service-related information about the computer. Unless otherwise specified, the information applies to all chassis configurations. Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p computers are shipped with an online - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-based diagnostics are available to aid in troubleshooting all major components of the OptiPlex GX1 and GX1p. The OptiPlex NX1 systems use server-based diagnostics, hard-disk-based diagnostics, or the diskette-based diagnostics using an external diskette-drive kit connected directly to the system - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(LINE-IN) CD-ROM audio interface connector (CD_IN) video-memory upgrade socket (VIDEO_UPGRADE) power input connector (POWER_1) 3.3-V power input connector (POWER_2) system board jumpers primary EIDE diskette/tape drive interface connector interface connector (IDE1) (DSKT) front of computer - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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jumpered unjumpered 500MHZ* Microprocessor speed Install jumper if the microprocessor's internal speed is 500 MHz; otherwise, the jumper should not be installed. 450MHZ* Microprocessor speed Install jumpers must have a jumper plug installed; otherwise, the system defaults to 350 MHz. 1-20 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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operates at 100 MHz (default). BIOS Reserved Jumper not installed (default). installed; otherwise, the system defaults to 350 MHz. IRQ0 IRQ1 IRQ2 IRQ3 IRQ4 service. Available for use by an expansion card. Generated by super I/O controller to indicate that diskette or tape drive requires service - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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during system start-up. The following subsections provide service-related information about hard-disk drive options for the OptiPlex GX1/GX1p, and OptiPlex NX1 computers. NOTE: Throughout this manual, references to component locations assume the chassis orientations illustrated in Figure - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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top back front OptiPlex NX1 Chassis back left side front right side bottom Mini Tower Chassis front Midsize Chassis The hard-disk drive assembly (consisting of the hard-disk drive and the harddisk drive bracket) is located inside the chassis at the left front of the computer and is attached - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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SCSI hard-disk drives, or one 1-inch-high EIDE or SCSI hard-disk drive and one 1.6-inch-high EIDE or SCSI hard-disk drive. One 1-inch-high EIDE hard-disk drive can be mounted to the top of the expansion-card cage. The low-profile computers have a 145-W system power supply, the midsize computers have - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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) -5 VDC -4.50 to -5.50 VDC 0.3 A (low-profile computers); 0.3 A (midsize and mini tower computers) +5 VFP3 +4.75 to +5.25 VDC 10 mA 3 VFP (volts flea power) - sometimes called "standby power." The power-supply output voltages can be measured at the back (wire side) of the connectors - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(black) common (black) Figures 1-19 through 1-23 provide the following information about DC power distribution: Power-supply connector identification Power cable connections for diskette, tape, CD-ROM, and hard-disk drives Power distribution to sockets and connectors on the system board 1-26 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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P4 P3 P5 P1 P2 System Overview 1-27 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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P6 P4 P5 P9 P3 P2 P1 P7 System Overview 1-29 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power management RTC/ and NIC logic NVRAM POWER1 system power supply hard-disk drive P4 3.5-inch diskette drive P5* optional drive P6* optional drive main memory sockets DIMM_A DIMM_B DIMM_C +12 VDC FAN +5 VFP +5 VDC +5 VDC +5 VDC PANEL USB KYBD fuses (2) +5 VDC MICROPROCESSOR processor - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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USB KYBD +5 VDC processor MICROPROCESSOR core regulator +3.3 VDC core VCC +2.1 to +3.5 VDC MOUSE NOTE: +5 VFP is routed to the integrated NIC logic on the system board and to P1 on the riser board. The OptiPlex NX1 computers have an 80-W computer power supply. The power supply can operate from an - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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VDC and +3.3-VDC outputs should not exceed 65 W. 2 Withstands surges of up to 3.0 A to support disk start-up operations. 3 VFP (volts flea power) - sometimes called "standby power." The power-supply output voltages can be measured at the back (wire side) of the connectors without disconnecting them - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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) common (black) +12 VDC (yellow) Figures 1-27 and 1-28 provide the following information about DC power distribution: Power-supply connector identification Power cable connection for the hard-disk drive Power distribution to sockets and connectors on the system board P3 P2 P1 System Overview 1-33 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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system power supply P1 PWRGOOD PSON# +5 VFP POWER_1 PSON# +5 VFP +5 VDC +12 VDC -12 VDC +5 VDC +12 VDC -12 VDC P2 POWER_2 +3.3 VDC +3.3 VDC +5 VDC +12 VDC -12 VDC RISER +3.3 VDC +5 VDC +12 VDC -12 VDC riser board P1 PCI1 internal P3 hard-disk drive +12 VDC main memory sockets DIMM_A - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Flash EPROM (BIOS Intel 440BX AGPSet chip set 64 bits 32 bits seven 15 2 Mb Bus types Bus speeds PCI expansion-card connectors: Low-profile computers Midsize computers . . . . Mini tower computers OptiPlex NX1 computers PCI and ISA (PCI bus complies with PCI Specification 2.1) PCI: 33 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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On LAN NIC, operating at 10 or 100 Mbps (optional on GX1 and NX1) Architecture DIMM sockets DIMM capacities Standard RAM Maximum RAM L2 cache memory BIOS address ROM address 64-bit (nonparity) or 72-bit (parity), noninterleaved on GX1 and NX1; 72-bit (parity), noninterleaved on GX1p - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Mini tower computers OptiPlex NX1 computers Internal hard-disk drive bays: Low-profile computers Midsize computers . . . . Mini tower computers OptiPlex NX1 computers one 3.5-inch bay for a 3.5-inch diskette drive; three 5.25-inch bays for diskette, tape, or CD-ROM drives none one bay for a - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Internally accessible: EIDE hard-disk drive. . . . Diskette drive CD-ROM drive audio interface ATI Multimedia Channel (AMC CD-in two 9-pin bus 34-pin connector 4-pin connector 40-pin connector 4-pin connector - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Hard-disk drive access indicator Link integrity indicator (on systems with NIC connector Activity indicator (on systems with NIC connector push button push button green LED in normal operation; flashing green LED in sleep state green LED green LED green LED yellow LED Power supply - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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: Height Width Depth Weight (minimum) . . . . . Midsize computers: Height Width Depth Weight (minimum) . . . . . Mini tower computers: Height Width Depth Weight (minimum) . . . . . OptiPlex NX1 computers: Height Width Depth Weight 10.9 cm (4.3 inches) 40.89 cm (16.1 inches) 43 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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: Operating left side (for low-profile, midsize, and OptiPlex NX1 computers operating in a vertical orientation) and bottom half-sine pulse with a change in velocity of 20 inches/sec (50.8 cm/sec) Storage 27-G faired square wave with a velocity change of 200 inches/sec (508 cm/sec) Altitude - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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or indicate the appropriate troubleshooting procedure to use. After the user describes the problem, follow these steps: 1. Ask the user to back up any data on the hard-disk drive if the system's con- dition permits. See "Maintaining the System" in the online System User's Guide for information about - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the external visual inspection, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer, the monitor, and all peripherals. 2. Verify that all power cables are properly connected to the computer, the monitor and peripherals, and their power sources. 3. Verify that the keyboard and mouse interface cables are - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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to step 4. No. Troubleshoot the system power supply. If the troubleshooting procedure indicates that the system power supply is operational, troubleshoot the system board. 4. During the boot routine, observe the system for any of the following: Diskette-drive and hard-disk drive access indicators - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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problems Dell Diagnostics Diskette into the diskette drive, component location information. To perform the internal visual inspection, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect all the AC power cables from their power sources. 2. Remove the computer - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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resources as necessary. The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p systems use either diskette-based or server-based diagnostics. The OptiPlex NX1 systems use either server-based, hard-disk- based, or (optionally) diskette-based diagnostics using an external diskettedrive kit connected to the computer as shown in Figure - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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troubleshooting major components of the computer. To run the server-based diagnostics, follow these steps: 1. Turn on all peripherals and the computer. If the system is already on, press to reboot the system. 2. If necessary, enter the System Setup program and set the system to boot - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the storage capability of the hard-disk drive For a complete description of the server-based diagnostics, see "Server-Based Diagnostics" in the online Network Administrator's Guide. The hard-disk-based diagnostics contains tests that aid in troubleshooting all major components of the system. If it - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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access to its registers and internal transmit and receive capability The OptiPlex GX1/GX1p systems use either diskette-based or server-based diagnostics. The OptiPlex NX1 systems use either server-based, hard-disk- based or optionally diskette-based diagnostics using an external diskette-drive 2-8 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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. These tests aid in troubleshooting all major components of the system. hard-disk drive external diskette drive diskette drive connector Y-cable P3 connector interface cable To install the external diskette drive, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer, including any attached peripherals - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-based, hard-disk-based, or diskette-based diagnostics reveals the source of the problem or leads to the proper troubleshooting steps for determining the source of the problem, call Dell for technical assistance. For instructions, see "Contacting Dell" in the online Network Administrator's Guide or - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the beep codes and error messages that are common to all members of the Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC family of computers. These error messages can occur during the POST or, in the case of some failures, during normal system operation. The tables in this chapter list - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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system board) Faulty video subsystem (defective system board) Search for video ROM failure No timer tick Defective system board Shutdown failure Gate A20 failure Unexpected interrupt in protected mode Memory failure above address 0FFFFh Timer-chip counter 2 failure Faulty or improperly - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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controller detected uncorrectable read error. Faulty diskette/tape drive subsystem or hard-disk drive subsystem (defective system board). Faulty interface cable or connector. Bad command. Faulty diskette/tape drive subsystem or hard-disk drive subsystem (defective system board). Hard-disk drive or - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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from diskette or hard-disk drive. Faulty diskette, diskette drive, or hard-disk drive. Read/write failure during POST prevents system from using available memory. One or more DIMMs faulty or improperly seated. Diskette/tape drive controller could not locate specific sector or track. Faulty - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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system configuration settings. Incorrect configuration settings in System Setup program or faulty battery. System cannot communicate controller failed. Defective keyboard/ mouse controller (defective system board). During memory test, Faulty or improperly value read at address seated DIMMs or - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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. System does not recognize diskette drive or hard-disk drive from which it is trying to boot. Faulty diskette, diskette/ tape drive subsystem, hard-disk drive, hard-disk drive subsystem, or no boot disk in drive A. Configuration settings in System Setup program incorrect or operating system - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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MS-DOS unable to locate specific track on diskette or hard-disk drive. Defective diskette or hard-disk drive. System could not find Faulty diskette or hardparticular address mark disk drive. on disk. System board chip faulty. Defective system board. Backup battery low. Defective battery or - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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This chapter provides procedures for removing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex GX1 low-profile computer. If you are servicing a midsize, mini tower, or OptiPlex NX1 Net PC chassis, use Chapter 5, 6, or 7, as appropriate for your system. Unless otherwise noted, each - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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injury. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 3. Wait 5 seconds after powering down the computer before disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or removing a component from the computer's system board to avoid possible damage to the system board. Figure - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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CD-ROM drive in external bay power supply system board diskette drive drive cage for external drive internal harddisk drive chassis intrusion switch expansion-card cage Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low-Profile Chassis 4-3 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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securing buttons (2) front of computer To remove the computer cover, follow these steps: 1. Turn off power to all peripherals, and disconnect the AC power cable from its electrical outlet. 2. Remove the padlock if one is installed. 3. Press in on the two securing buttons until the cover is free to - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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eject button reset button power button 1. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the back of the cover facing you. 2. To remove the 3.5-inch diskette-drive eject button, pull gently on the plastic part of the button until it comes free. 3. To remove the power button or the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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cover (upside down) 5.25-inch front-panel insert posts (2) ring-tabs (2) To remove a front-panel insert, follow these steps: 1. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the front of the cover facing you. 2. From the front of the cover, use your thumbs to - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Disconnect the control panel cable from the PANEL connector on the system board. 2. From the inside of the chassis, remove the mounting screw holding the control panel to the chassis. 3. Remove the control panel from the chassis. When you reinstall the control panel, be sure to put the right side of - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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be installed in the computer. Refer to this figure when you perform any of the procedures in the following subsections. DC power cable diskette/tape drive interface cable power supply 3.5-inch diskette drive 5.25-inch drive bay and bracket hard-disk drive DSKT connector EIDE cable secondary - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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3.5-inch diskette-drive-assembly latches (2) front of computer hooks (2) To remove the 3.5-inch diskette drive assembly, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the diskette drive. 2. Press the two 3.5-inch diskette-drive-assembly latches to - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-mounting screws (4) front of computer To remove a 5.25-inch drive assembly, follow these steps: 1. Remove the 3.5-inch diskette drive assembly. 2. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the 5.25-inch drive. 3. Lift the 5.25-inch drive assembly straight up and out - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(2) front of computer notches (2) To remove the hard-disk drive, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the drive. 2. Loosen the captive screw that secures the hard-disk drive bracket to the chassis. 3. Pivot the hard-disk drive assembly up - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power supply power-supply mounting screw To remove the system power supply, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the AC power cable from the back of the power supply. 2. Disconnect the DC power cables from the system board and the drives. 3. Remove the power-supply mounting screw at the back of the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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external cables attached to the expansion cards. lever expansion-card cage ISA expansion-card end support side support hole notch To remove an expansion-card cage, follow these steps: 1. Rotate the lever toward the back of the computer until it stops in the upright position. 2. Lift the expansion - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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retaining screw card-mounting bracket card-slot opening riser board To remove an expansion card, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any external cables from the expansion card being removed. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Remove the retaining screw from the card-mounting bracket. 4. Grasp the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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expansion-card cage and all expansion cards. 2. Lay the expansion-card cage on a flat work surface, with the riser board facing up. 3. Remove the two riser-board mounting screws. 4. Lift the riser board away from the expansion-card cage. When you replace the riser board, be sure that - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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at the back of the computer. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4. Remove the screw that secures the board, remove all DIMMs, the video-memory upgrade module (if present), the single-edge contact (SEC) cartridge/heat sink assembly, and the guide bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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following subsections contain procedures for removing/replacing system board components (see Figures 1-12 and 1-13). To remove a DIMM from one of the three DIMM sockets, follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the three DIMM sockets. 3. To remove a DIMM, push outward on the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the AC power cable to the electrical outlet. Press the power button on the computer to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it automatically detects the presence of the new video-memory upgrade module and automatically changes the system configuration information in the System Setup program - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to test the new videomemory upgrade module. To take advantage of future options in processor speed and functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the SEC cartridge the SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly out of its guide bracket assembly/connector on the system board. NOTE: remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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to all peripherals, and disconnect the AC power cable from its electrical outlet. 3. Remove the computer cover. 4. Remove the expansion-card cage, and locate the battery in the front-right corner of the system board adjacent to the DIMM connectors. 5. Remove the battery by carefully prying it out - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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This chapter provides procedures for removing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p midsize computer. If you are servicing a low-profile, mini tower, or OptiPlex NX1 Net PC chassis, use Chapter 4, 6, or 7, as appropriate for your system. Unless otherwise noted, - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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injury. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 3. Wait 5 seconds after powering down the computer before disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or removing a component from the computer's system board to avoid possible damage to the system board. Figure - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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3.5-inch diskette drive diskette/tape drive interface cable power supply system board external drive bays hard-disk drive bracket hard-disk drive interface cable expansion-card cage Removing and Replacing Parts on the Midsize Chassis 5-3 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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optional-stand screw To remove the optional stand, follow these steps: 1. Place the right side of the computer on a flat work surface. 2. Unscrew the optional-stand screw. Use your fingers or a wide flat-blade screwdriver to unscrew the optionalstand screw. 3. Pull the optional - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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securing buttons (2) front of computer To remove the computer cover, follow these steps: 1. Turn off power to all peripherals, and disconnect the AC power cable from its electrical outlet. 2. Press in on the two securing buttons until the cover is free to swing up. 3. Raise the back of the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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cover (upside down) reset button power button To remove the eject, power, and reset buttons, follow these steps: 1. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the back of the cover facing you. 2. To remove the 3.5-inch diskette-drive eject button, pull gently on the plastic - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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cover (upside down) 5.25-inch front-panel insert posts (2) ring-tabs (2) To remove a front-panel insert, follow these steps: 1. Lay the computer cover upside down on a flat work surface, with the front of the cover facing you. 2. From the front of the cover, use your thumbs to - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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screw chassis hooks (2) control panel cable control panel To remove the control panel, follow these steps: 1. Remove the hard-disk drive bracket. 2. Disconnect the control panel cable from the PANEL connector on the system board. 3. Remove the mounting screw holding the control panel to the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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hardware that can be installed in the computer. Refer to this figure when you perform any of the procedures in the following subsections. system power supply DC power cable diskette/tape drive interface cable 3.5-inch diskette drive hard-disk drive bracket EIDE cable DSKT connector primary - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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hooks (2) front of computer To remove the 3.5-inch diskette drive, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the 3.5-inch diskette drive. 2. Remove the bracket-mounting screw. 3. Rotate the left side of the 3.5-inch diskette drive assembly up, and - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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from the middle or lower drive bay, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the drive. 2. Press in on the two retaining tabs (one on each side of the drive), and slide the drive assembly forward to remove it. 3. Remove the four screws attaching - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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tab hard-disk drive bracket handle screw To remove the hard-disk drive bracket, follow these steps. 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of each hard-disk drive installed in the hard-disk drive bracket. 2. Remove the screw that secures the hard-disk drive bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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side-mounted drive hard-disk drive bracket hard-disk drive To remove the hard-disk drive, follow these steps: 1. Remove the hard-disk drive bracket. 2. Remove the four screws that attach the hard-disk drive to the hard-disk drive bracket. One hard-disk drive attaches to the hard-disk drive bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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left to release the power supply. 3. Disconnect the DC power cables from the system board and the drives. 4. Lift the front end of the system power supply up, and move it to the right to disengage the power supply from the slot in the chassis. 5. Lift the system power supply from the computer. 5-14 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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The computer has a removable expansion-card cage. The expansion-card cage contains the riser board and any installed expansion cards. Dell recommends that you remove the expansion-card cage first before removing or installing expansion cards. If you are not removing any expansion cards, leave the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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retaining screw card-mounting bracket card-slot opening riser board To remove an expansion card, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any cables from the expansion card being removed. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Remove the retaining screw from the card-mounting bracket. 4. Grasp the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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slots (2) expansion-card cage riser board To remove the riser board, follow these steps: 1. Remove the expansion-card cage and all expansion cards. 2. On a flat work surface, turn the expansion-card cage over, with the riser board facing up. 3. Remove the riser-board mounting screws. 4. Slide the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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at the back of the computer. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4. Remove the screw that secures the board, remove all DIMMs, the video-memory upgrade module (if present), the single-edge contact (SEC) cartridge/heat sink assembly, and the guide bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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following subsections contain procedures for removing/replacing system board components (see Figures 1-12 and 1-13) To remove a DIMM from one of the three DIMM sockets, follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the three DIMM sockets. 3. To remove a DIMM, push outward on the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the AC power cable to the electrical outlet. Press the power button on the computer to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it automatically detects the presence of the new video-memory upgrade module and automatically changes the system configuration information in the System Setup program - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to test the new videomemory upgrade module. To take advantage of future options in processor speed and functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the SEC cartridge the SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly out of its guide bracket assembly/connector on the system board. NOTE: remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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power cable from its electrical outlet. 3. Remove the computer cover. 4. Remove the expansion-card cage, and locate the battery in the front-right corner of the system board adjacent to the DIMM connectors. 5. Remove the computer; wait 10 or more minutes, and then reenter the System Setup program to - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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This chapter provides procedures for removing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p mini tower computers. If you are servicing a low-profile, midsize, or OptiPlex NX1 Net PC chassis, use Chapter 4, 5, or 7, as appropriate for your system. Unless otherwise noted, - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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injury. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 3. Wait 5 seconds after powering down the computer before disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or removing a component from the computer's system board to avoid possible damage to the system board. Figure - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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release button To remove the computer cover, follow these steps: 1. Turn off power to all peripherals, and disconnect the AC power cable from its electrical outlet. 2. Remove the padlock if one is installed. 3. Facing the left side of the computer, press the release button at the bottom-left corner - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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retaining hooks (2) To remove the front bezel, follow these steps: 1. Press the tab release marked with the icon. 2. Tilt the bezel away from the chassis. 3. Disengage the two retaining hooks at the bottom of the bezel, and pull the bezel away from the chassis. Removing and Replacing Parts on - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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front bezel on a flat work surface, with the back of the bezel facing up. 2. To remove the 3.5-inch diskette-drive eject button, pull gently on the plastic part of the button until it comes free. 3. To remove the power button or the reset button, use a small screwdriver and push in on the two or - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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posts (2) front bezel 5.25-inch front-panel insert ring-tabs (2) To remove a 5.25-inch front-panel insert, follow these steps: 1. Hold the bezel with the front facing inside of the bay opening, and then press the ring-tabs over the posts. Removing and Replacing Parts on the Mini Tower Chassis 6-7 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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eject button mechanism front of bezel back of bezel To remove a 3.5-inch front-panel insert, follow these steps: 1. Hold the bezel with the front facing you. 2. Inside the bezel, press the eject button mechanism toward the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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chassis hooks (2) control panel cable control panel screw To remove the control panel, follow these steps: 1. Remove the hard-disk drive bracket. 2. Disconnect the control panel cable from the PANEL connector on the system board. 3. Remove the mounting screw holding the control panel to the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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be installed in the computer. Refer to this figure when you perform any of the procedures in the following subsections. diskette/tape drive interface cable 3.5-inch diskette drive DC power cable DSKT connector secondary EIDE interface connector (IDE2) hard-disk drive bracket primary EIDE EIDE - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the 3.5-inch diskette drive. 2. Press the retaining-tab release button, and pull the drive assembly forward to remove it. 3. Remove the drive-mounting screw from the left side of the drive, and remove the drive from the bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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drive-mounting screw hooks (2) When you replace the 3.5-inch diskette drive, be sure that the two hooks on the right side of the bracket engage the mounting holes in the side of the 3.5-inch diskette drive. retaining tabs (2) 6-12 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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from the middle or lower drive bay, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of the drive. 2. Press in on the two retaining tabs (one on each side of the drive), and slide the drive assembly forward to remove it. 3. Remove the four screws attaching - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(3) sliding tab To remove the hard-disk drive bracket, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the interface cable from the back of each hard-disk drive installed in the hard-disk drive bracket. 2. Remove the screw that secures the hard-disk drive bracket to the drive cage in the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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bottom-mounted drive hard-disk drive bracket To remove the hard-disk drive assembly, follow these steps: 1. Remove the hard-disk drive bracket. 2. Remove the four screws that attach the hard-disk drive to the hard-disk drive bracket. One hard-disk drive attaches to the hard-disk drive bracket at - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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drives. 4. Facing the left side of the computer, move the front end of the system power supply toward you, and lift it up to disengage the power supply from the slot in the chassis. 5. Lift the system power supply from the computer. When you reinstall the system power supply, place the power-supply - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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The computer has a removable expansion-card cage. The expansion-card cage contains the riser board and any installed expansion cards. Dell recommends that you remove the expansion-card cage first before removing or installing expansion cards. If you are not removing any expansion cards, leave the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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-mounting bracket card-slot opening riser board expansion-card connector To remove an expansion card, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any cables from the expansion card being removed. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Remove the retaining screw from the card-mounting bracket. 4. Grasp the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the expansion-card cage and all expansion cards. 2. Place the expansion-card cage on a flat work surface with the riser board facing up. 3. Remove the riser-board mounting screws. 4. Slide the riser board away from the release handle until it stops; then lift the riser board away from the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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at the back of the computer. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4. Remove the screw that secures the board, remove all DIMMs, the video-memory upgrade module (if present), the single-edge contact (SEC) cartridge/heat sink assembly, and the guide bracket - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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following subsections contain procedures for removing/replacing system board components (see Figures 1-12 and 1-13). To remove a DIMM from one of the three DIMM sockets, follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the three DIMM sockets. 3. To remove a DIMM, push outward on the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the AC power cable to the electrical outlet. Press the power button on the computer to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it automatically detects the presence of the new video-memory upgrade module and automatically changes the system configuration information in the System Setup program - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to test the new videomemory upgrade module. To take advantage of future options in processor speed and functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the SEC cartridge the SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly out of its guide bracket assembly/connector on the system board. NOTE: remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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to all peripherals, and disconnect the AC power cable from its electrical outlet. 3. Remove the computer cover. 4. Remove the expansion-card cage, and locate the battery in the front-right corner of the system board adjacent to the DIMM connectors. 5. Remove the battery by carefully prying it out - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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This chapter provides procedures for removing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex NX1 Net PC computer. If you are servicing a low-profile, midsize, or mini tower chassis, use Chapter 4, 5, or 6, as appropriate for your system. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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5 seconds after powering down the computer before disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or removing a component from the computer's system board to avoid possible damage to the system board. Figure 7-1 shows an internal view of the interior of the OptiPlex NX1 computer and identifies major - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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system board power supply hard-disk drive expansion-card cage captive screw locator pins (2) (on underside of stand) front bezel To remove the optional stand, if one is installed, follow these steps: 1. Place the right side of the computer on a flat work surface. 2. Unscrew the captive screw using - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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. Disengage the locator pins that position and help secure the stand to the computer. When reinstalling the optional stand, align the front edge of the stand with the groove between the front bezel and the computer cover. Move the stand until the locator pins engage the holes in the side of the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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To remove the computer cover, follow these steps: 1. Remove the padlock, if one is installed, from the padlock ring. security cable slot padlock ring service access lock 2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, rotate the service access lock 1/4-turn clockwise to the position shown in Figure 7-4. 3. - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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cable cable retention tabs (2) chassis tabs (3) To remove the control panel, follow these steps: 1. Remove the power supply. 2. Disconnect the control panel cable from the PANEL connector on the sys- tem board. 3. From inside the chassis, remove the mounting screw securing the control panel to the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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hard-disk drive mounting screws (4) hard-disk drive expansion-card cage To remove a hard-disk drive, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the DC power cable and the EIDE cable from the back of the drive. 2. Disconnect any external cables from the expansion card if one is installed. 3. Remove the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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DC power cables (2) power supply EIDE cable power-supply retention tab hard-disk drive DC power cable chassis tabs (2) cable tabs (2) screw AC power receptacle To remove the system power supply, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the AC power cable from the back of the computer. 2. Disconnect - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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(2) To remove the expansion-card cage, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any external cables from the expansion card if one is installed. 2. Disconnect the DC power cable and the EIDE cable from the back of the hard-disk drive. 3. Rotate the securing lever toward the back of the computer until it - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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connector riser board card mounting bracket retaining screw expansion card To remove the expansion card, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect any external cables from the expansion card. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Remove the retaining screw from the card-mounting bracket. 4. Grasp the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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board to the side as shown in Figure 7-10, and then remove the riser board from the expansion-card cage. When you replace the riser board, be sure that the two tabs on the expansioncard cage engage the riser board slots. Removing and Replacing Parts on the OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Chassis 7-11 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the back of the computer. 2. Remove the expansion-card cage. 3. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4. Remove the screw that secures NOTES: If you are replacing a system board, remove the microprocessor/heat sink assembly, video-memory upgrade module (if present), and the DIMMs from the - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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removing/replacing system board components (see Figures 1-12 and 1-13). To remove a DIMM from one of the three DIMM sockets, follow these steps: 1. Locate the three DIMM sockets. 2. To remove and cables previously removed. Removing and Replacing Parts on the OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Chassis 7-13 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the AC power cable to the electrical outlet. Press the power button on the computer to reboot the system. NOTE: As the system boots, it automatically detects the presence of the new video-memory upgrade module and automatically changes the system configuration information in the System Setup program - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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the computer acknowledges the module. 7. Run the system diagnostics (Video Test Group) to test the new video-memory upgrade module. To take advantage of future options in processor speed and functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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follow these steps: 1. Remove the system power supply. 2. Locate the SEC cartridge the SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly out of its guide bracket assembly/connector on the system board. NOTE: remove the system battery, follow these steps: 1. If possible, boot the system and enter the System Setup - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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you made earlier. 9. Turn off the computer; wait 10 or more minutes, and then reenter the System Setup program to ensure that the date and time are still correct, indicating that the system battery is functioning correctly. Removing and Replacing Parts on the OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Chassis 7-17 - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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This appendix, which applies to all Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC computer families, describes the System Setup program, which is used to change the system configuration information stored in NVRAM on the system board. To enter the System Setup program, follow these steps - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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as EIDE CD-ROM drives and EIDE tape drives that are using the built-in EIDE controller, set the appropriate Drive option to Auto. NOTE: The OptiPlex NX1 chassis supports only one hard-disk drive and no CD-ROM drive or tape drive. Designates a region of system board memory that can be supplied by an - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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by letting you set the system password to Locked or Unlocked. Boot Sequence can be set to Diskette First (the default option), Hard Disk Only, CD-ROM First, or Device List. Restricts access to System Setup program. A-4 Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and OptiPlex NX1 Net PC Systems Service Manual - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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Speaker NOTE: Not all EIDE hard-disk drives support this feature. Enabling this feature for a drive that does not support it may cause the EIDE drive to become inoperable until the system is restarted and the Power Management option is disabled. Wakeup On LAN determines whether the Wakeup On - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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all bootable devices (hard-disk drives, CD-ROM drives, and so on) that are controlled by the system BIOS and any Plug and Play network adapters installed in the computer. The Exclude From Boot Device Priority option allows you to remove from the Boot Device Priority option any boot devices that you - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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option. NOTE: The system defines Hard Drive C: in the Boot Device Priority option as the first hard-disk drive attached to the highest-priority device controller. Therefore, if you have a SCSI adapter installed in your computer and you want the SCSI drive 0 to be drive C, you must move the SCSI - Dell OptiPlex GX1 | Dell OptiPlex GX1/GX1p Managed PC and
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