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Quick Reference Guide
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Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the
problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary in your Users Guide.
If you purchased a Dell n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft Windows operating systems are not applicable.
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice. 2005 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc.is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Precision are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
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Contents
Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Setting Up Your Computer (Tower Orientation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting Up Your Computer (Desktop Orientation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
About Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Front View (Tower Orientation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Back View (Tower Orientation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Front View (Desktop Orientation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Back View (Desktop Orientation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Back-Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Inside View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
System Board Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Locating Your Users Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Removing the Computer Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Caring for Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using the Last Known Good Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Dell Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Before You Start Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Beep Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Diagnostic Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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Finding Information NOTE: Some features may not be available for your computer or in certain countries.
NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
A diagnostic program for my computer
Drivers for my computer
My computer documentation
My device documentation
Desktop System Software (DSS)
Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD)
Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer. You can use the CD to reinstall drivers, run the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 34, or access your documentation.
Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for technicians or experienced users.
NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at
support.dell.com.
How to set up my computer
How to care for my computer
Basic troubleshooting information
How to run the Dell Diagnostics
Error codes and diagnostic lights
How to remove and install parts
How to open my computer cover
Quick Reference Guide
NOTE: This document is available as a PDF at
support.dell.com.
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Warranty information
Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)
Safety instructions
Regulatory information
Ergonomics information
End User License Agreement
Dell Product Information Guide
How to remove and replace parts
Specifications
How to configure system settings
How to troubleshoot and solve problems
Users Guide
Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center
1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support.
2 Click Users and system guides and click Users guides.
The Users Guide is also available on the Drivers and
Utilities CD.
Service Tag and Express Service Code
Microsoft Windows License Label
Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License
These labels are located on your computer.
Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support.
Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
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Solutions Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, online courses, frequently asked questions
Community Online discussion with other Dell customers
Upgrades Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system
Customer Care Contact information, service call and order status, warranty, and repair information
Service and support Service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with technical support
Reference Computer documentation, details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers
Downloads Certified drivers, patches, and software updates
Desktop System Software (DSS) If you reinstall the operating system for your computer, you should also reinstall the DSS utility. DSS provides critical updates for your operating system and support for Dell 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel Pentium M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. DSS is necessary for correct operation of your Dell computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration.
To download Desktop System Software:
1 Go to support.dell.com and click Downloads.
2 Enter your Service Tag or product model.
3 In the Download Category drop-down menu, click All.
4 Select the operating system and operating system language for your computer, and click Submit.
Under Select a Device, scroll to System and Configuration Utilities, and click Dell Desktop System Software.
Dell Support Website support.dell.com
NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate support
site.
NOTE: Corporate, government, and education customers
can also use the customized Dell Premier Support website
at premier.support.dell.com. The website may not be
available in all regions.
How to use Windows XP
Documentation for my computer
Documentation for devices (such as a modem)
Windows Help and Support Center
1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support.
2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon.
3 Click the topic that describes your problem.
4 Follow the instructions on the screen.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
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How to reinstall my operating system Operating System CD
The operating system is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System CD. See your Users Guide for instructions.
After you reinstall your operating system, use the optional Drivers and Utilities CD 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 CD varies based on the operating
system you ordered.
NOTE: The Operating System CD is optional and may not
ship with your computer.
How to use Linux
E-mail discussions with users of Dell Precision products and the Linux operating system
Additional information regarding Linux and my Dell Precision computer
Dell Supported Linux Sites
Linux.dell.com
Lists.us.dell.com/mailman/listinfo/linux-precision
Docs.us.dell.com/docs/software/oslinux/
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
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Setting Up Your Computer (Tower Orientation) CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
You must complete all steps to properly set up your computer.
1 PS/2
USB
or
PS/2
USB
or
Connect the keyboard and the mouse.
Network
Modem
2
NOTICE: Do not connect a modem cable to the
network adapter. Voltage from telephone
communications can damage the network adapter.
NOTE: If your computer has a network card installed,
connect the network cable to the card.
Connect the modem or the network cable.
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Depending on your graphics card, you can connect your monitor in various ways.
NOTE: You may need to use
the provided adapter or
cable to connect your
monitor to the computer.
Connect the monitor.
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The dual-monitor cable is color-coded; the blue connector is for the primary monitor, and the black connector is for the second monitor. To enable dual-monitor support, both monitors must be attached to the computer when you start the computer.
For single- and dual-monitor capable cards with a single connector
One VGA adapter:
Use the VGA adapter when you have a single-monitor graphics card and you want to connect your computer to a VGA monitor.
Dual VGA Y cable adapter:
Use the appropriate Y cable when your graphics card has a single connector and you want to connect your computer to one or two VGA monitors.
Dual DVI Y cable adapter:
Use the appropriate Y cable when your graphics card has a single connector and you want to connect your computer to one or two DVI monitors.
VGA
VGA
VGA
DVI
DVI
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For dual-monitor capable cards with one DVI connector and one VGA connector
One DVI connector and one VGA connector:
Use the appropriate connector(s) when you want to connect your computer to one or two monitors.
Two VGA connectors with one VGA adapter:
Use the VGA adapter when you want to connect your computer to two VGA monitors.
VGA
DVI
VGA
VGA
For dual-monitor capable cards with two DVI connectors
Two DVI connectors:
Use the DVI connectors to connect your computer to one or two DVI monitors.
Two DVI connectors with one VGA adapter:
Use the VGA adapter to connect a VGA monitor to one of the DVI connectors on your computer
Two DVI connectors with two VGA adapters:
Use two VGA adapters to connect two VGA monitors to the DVI connectors on your computer.
DVI
DVI
DVI
VGA VGA
VGA
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LINE OUT
NOTE: If your
computer has a sound
card installed, connect
the speakers to the
card.
Connect the speakers.
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5 Connect the power
cables and turn on the
computer and monitor.
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Before you install any devices or software that did not come with your computer, read the documentation that came with the software or device or contact the vendor to verify that the software or device is compatible with your computer and operating system.
You have now completed the setup for your tower computer.
Setting Up Your Computer (Desktop Orientation) CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
You must complete all steps to properly set up your computer.
6 Install additional software or devices.
1
PS/2 USB
PS/2 USBor
or
Connect the keyboard and the
mouse.
NOTICE: Do not connect a
modem cable to the network
adapter. Voltage from
telephone communications
can damage the network
adapter.
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Modem Network
2
NOTE: If your computer
has a network card
installed, connect the
network cable to the card.
Connect the modem or the
network cable.
3 Connect the monitor.
Depending on your graphics card, you can connect your monitor in various ways.
NOTE: You may need to use the
provided adapter or cable to connect
your monitor to the computer.
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The dual-monitor cable is color-coded; the blue connector is for the primary monitor, and the black connector is for the second monitor. To enable dual-monitor support, both monitors must be attached to the computer when you start your computer.
For single- and dual-monitor capable cards with a single connector
VGA adapter:
Use the VGA adapter when you have a single monitor graphics card and you want to connect your computer to a VGA monitor.
Dual VGA Y cable adapter:
Use the appropriate Y cable when your graphics card has a single connector and you want to connect your computer to one or two VGA monitors.
Dual DVI Y cable adapter:
Use the appropriate Y cable when your graphics card has a single connector and you want to connect your computer to one or two DVI monitors.
VGA
VGA
VGA
DVI
DVI
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For dual-monitor capable cards with one DVI connector and one VGA connector
One DVI connector and one VGA connector:
Use the appropriate connector(s) when you want to connect your computer to one or two monitors.
Two VGA connectors with one VGA adapter:
Use the VGA adapter when you want to connect your computer to two VGA monitors.
VGA
DVI
VGA
VGA
For dual-monitor capable cards with two DVI connectors
Two DVI connectors:
Use the DVI connector(s) to connect your computer to one or two DVI monitors.
Two DVI connectors with one VGA adapter:
Use the VGA adapter to connect a VGA monitor to one of the DVI connectors on your computer.
Two DVI connectors with two VGA adapters:
Use two VGA adapters to connect two VGA monitors to the DVI connectors on your computer.
DVI
DVI
DVI
VGA VGA
VGA
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NOTE: If your computer has a sound card installed, connect the speakers to the card.
Before you install any devices or software that did not come with your computer, read the documentation that came with the software or device or contact the vendor to verify that the software or device is compatible with your computer and operating system.
You have now completed the setup for your desktop computer.
LINE OUT
4 Connect the speakers.
1
2
3
4
5 Connect the power cables
and turn on the computer
and monitor.
Your desktop computer has an optional front IEEE 1394 connector. This connector is only available if you purchased an IEEE 1394 card. To purchase a card, contact Dell. For instructions on contacting Dell and for more information on the IEEE 1394 card, see your Users Guide.
6 Install additional software or devices.
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About Your Computer
Front View (Tower Orientation)
1 upper 5.25-inch drive bay Holds a CD/DVD drive.
2 lower 5.25-inch drive bay Holds a CD/DVD drive or an optional third hard drive.
3 upper 3.5-inch drive bay Holds an optional fourth hard drive (serial ATA).
4 lower 3.5-inch drive bay You can use the bay for an optional floppy drive or an optional Media Card Reader.
5 hard-drive activity light The hard drive light is on when the computer reads data from or writes data to the hard drive. The light might also be on when a device such as your CD player is operating.
1 2 3 4
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6 IEEE 1394 connector (optional)
Use the optional IEEE 1394 connectors for high-speed data devices such as digital video cameras and external storage devices.
7 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys or cameras, or for bootable USB devices (see system setup for more information on booting to a USB device).
It is recommended that you use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards.
8 Dell badge rotation notch
To rotate, place fingers around the outside of the badge, press in, and turn the badge. You can also rotate the badge using the slot provided near the bottom of the badge.
9 power button Press to turn on the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not use the power button to turn off the
computer. Instead, perform an operating system shutdown.
NOTE: The power button can also be used to wake the computer or to place it into a
power-saving state. See "Power Management" in your Users Guide for more
information.
10 power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different states:
No light The computer is turned off.
Steady green The computer is in a normal operating state.
Blinking green The computer is in a power-saving state.
Blinking or solid amber See "Power Problems" in your Users Guide.
To exit from a power-saving state, press the power button or use the keyboard or the mouse if it is configured as a wake device in the Windows Device Manager. For more information about sleep states and exiting from a power-saving state, see "Power Management" in your Users Guide.
See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 37 for a description of light codes that can help you troubleshoot problems with your computer.
11 microphone connector Use the microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program.
12 headphone connector Use the headphone connector to attach headphones.
13 diagnostic lights (4) Use the lights to help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on page 37.
14 network link light The network link light is on when a good connection exists between a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps (or 1-Gbps) network and the computer.
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Back View (Tower Orientation)
1 power connector Insert the power cable into this connector.
2 voltage selection switch See the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide for more information.
3 back-panel connectors Plug serial, USB, and other devices into the appropriate connector.
4 card slots Access connectors for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards.
1
2
3
4
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Front View (Desktop Orientation)
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3
4
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1 upper 5.25-inch drive bay
This bay holds a CD/DVD drive.
2 lower 5.25-inch drive bay This bay holds an optional CD/DVD drive or an optional third hard drive (serial ATA or SCSI).
3 3.5-inch drive bay You can use the bay for a floppy drive or an optional Media Card Reader.
4 hard-drive activity light The hard-drive activity light is on when the computer reads data from or writes data to the hard drive. The light might also be on when a device such as your CD player is operating.
5 IEEE 1394 connector (optional)
Use the optional IEEE 1394 connectors for high-speed data devices such as digital video cameras and external storage devices.
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6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys or cameras, or for bootable USB devices (see system setup for more information on booting to a USB device).
It is recommended that you use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards.
7 power button Press to turn on the computer.
NOTE: The power button can also be used to wake the computer or to place it into a
power-saving state. See "Power Management" for more information.
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not use the power button to turn off the
computer. Instead, perform an operating system shutdown.
8 power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different states:
No light The computer is turned off.
Steady green The computer is in a normal operating state.
Blinking green The computer is in a power-saving state.
Blinking or solid amber See "Power Problems."
To exit from a power-saving state, press the power button or use the keyboard or the mouse if it is configured as a wake device in the Windows Device Manager. For more information about sleep states and exiting from a power-saving state, see "Power Management."
See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 37 for a description of light codes that can help you troubleshoot problems with your computer.
9 diagnostic lights (4) Use the lights to help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code. For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on page 37.
10 microphone connector Use the microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program.
11 headphone connector Use the headphone connector to attach headphones.
12 network link light The network link light is on when a good connection exists between a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps (or 1-Gbps) network and the computer.
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Back View (Desktop Orientation)
Back-Panel Connectors
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4
1
1 card slots Access connectors for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards.
2 power connector Insert the power cable into this connector.
3 voltage selection switch See the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide for more information.
4 back-panel connectors Plug serial, USB, and other devices into the appropriate connector.
1 2 3 4 5
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1 mouse connector Plug a standard mouse into the green mouse connector. Turn off the computer and any attached devices before you connect a mouse to the computer. If you have a USB mouse, plug it into a USB connector.
If your computer is running the Microsoft Windows XP operating system, the necessary mouse drivers have been installed on your hard drive.
2 parallel connector Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector. If you have a USB printer, plug it into a USB connector.
NOTE: The integrated parallel connector is automatically disabled if the computer
detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to the same
address. For more information, see "System Setup Options" in the Users Guide.
3 link integrity light Green A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer.
Orange A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer.
Yellow A good connection exists between a 1000-Mbps (or 1-Gbps) network and the computer.
Off The computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network.
4 network adapter connector
To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of a network cable to either a network jack or your network or broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on your computer. A click indicates that the network cable has been securely attached.
NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the network connector.
On computers with an additional network connector card, use the connectors on the card and on the back of the computer when setting up multiple network connections (such as a separate intra- and extranet).
It is recommended that you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for your network. If you must use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to ensure reliable operation.
5 network activity light Flashes a yellow light when the computer is transmitting or receiving network data. A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to be in a steady "on" state.
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6 line-in connector 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.
7 line-out connector Use the green line-out connector to attach headphones and most speakers with integrated amplifiers.
On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card.
8 microphone connector Use the pink microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program.
On computers with a sound card, the microphone connector is on the card.
9 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards.
It is recommended that you use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys or cameras, or for bootable USB devices.
10 USB 2.0 connectors (3) Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards.
It is recommended that you use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys or cameras, or for bootable USB devices.
11 serial connector Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port. The default designations are COM1 for serial connector 1 and COM2 for the optional serial connector 2.
For more information, see "System Setup Options" in the Users Guide.
12 keyboard connector If you have a standard keyboard, plug it into the purple keyboard connector. If you have a USB keyboard, plug it into a USB connector.
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Inside View
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
1 power supply 6 card fan
2 optional additional fan 7 processor fan
3 system board 8 lower 3.5-inch drive bay
4 hard drive 9 upper 5.25-inch drive bay
5 processor airflow shroud 10 hard drive cage
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C a b l e C o l o r s
System Board Components
Device Color
Hard drive blue cable
Floppy drive black pull tab
CD/DVD drive orange pull tab
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Locating Your Users Guide Your Users Guide contains additional information about your computer such as:
Technical specifications
Information for changing the orientation of your computer from a desktop to a tower
Front and back views of your computer, including all of the available connectors
Inside views of your computer, including a detailed graphic of the system board and the connectors
Instructions for cleaning your computer
Information on software features, such as LegacySelect Technology control, using a password, and system setup options
Tips and information for using the Microsoft Windows XP operating system
Instructions for removing and installing parts, including memory, cards, drives, the microprocessor, and the battery
Information for troubleshooting various computer problems
Instructions for using the Dell Diagnostics and reinstalling drivers
Information on how to contact Dell
You can access the Users Guide from your hard drive or the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.
1 power connector (12VPOWER) 13 PCI-Express x1 card slot
2 memory module connectors 14 PCI-Express x16 up to 150w card slot
3 battery socket (BATTERY) 15 PCI-Express x8 card slot (wired as x4)
4 memory fan connector (FAN_MEM) 16 PCI card slots (1-3)
5 front panel connector 17 external light connector (AUX LED)
6 main power connector (POWER) 18 floppy drive (FLOPPY)
7 IDE drive connector (IDE) 19 serial connector (SERIAL2)
8 SATA connectors (SATA-1, SATA-3, SATA-0, SATA-2)
20 card cage fan (FAN CARD CAGE)
9 RTC reset jumper (RTCRST) 21 internal speaker connector (INT_SPKR)
10 Flexbay connector (FLEXBAY) 22 processor fan connector (FAN_CPU)
11 chassis intrusion header 23 processor connector (CPU)
12 password jumper (PASS)
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To access the Users Guide from your hard drive:
Click the Start button and click Help and Support.
To access your Users Guide from the Dell Support website:
1 Go to support.dell.com.
2 Follow the prompts on the website that ask you for information specific to your computer.
3 At the Dell Support website home page, click Reference, click Users Guides, click Systems, and then select your computer.
Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of 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 cover.
NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted
metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an
unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you turn
off your computer.
1 Shut down the operating system:
a Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer.
b In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off.
The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process finishes.
2 Ensure that the computer and any attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, turn them off now.
3 If you have installed a security cable, remove it from the security cable slot.
NOTICE: Ensure that you are working on a level, protected surface to avoid scratching either the
computer or the surface on which it is resting.
4 Lay your computer on a flat surface with the computer cover facing up.
5 Pull back the cover latch release.
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6 Locate the three hinge tabs on the edge of the computer.
7 Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up, using the h