Dell E310, 3100 owner manual Network Problems, Power Problems

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Network Problems

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R — Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the network connector on the back of the computer and the network port or device.

C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U T E R — If the link integrity light is off, that indicates no network communication exists. Replace the network cable. For a description of network lights, see "Controls and Lights" on page 101.

R E S T A R T T H E C O M P U T E R A N D L O G O N T O T H E N E T W O R K A G A I N

C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I N G S — Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.

R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R — See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 54.

Power Problems

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S G R E E N A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I N G — See "Diagnostic Lights"

on page 47.

I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N — The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation.

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Contents Service Tag CD or DVD activity light W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mSeptember DD137 Contents Solving Problems Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesAdding a Second Hard Drive optional Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables103 104 107109 110Contents Finding Information What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationFinding Information Use the Service Tag to When you useService Code to direct Microsoft Windows License LabelClick the arrow icon Click the topic that describes your problemFollow the instructions on the screen Finding Information Setting Up a Printer Connecting a USB PrinterSetting Up and Using Your Computer Printer CableConnecting to the Internet USB connector on computer USB printer cableSetting Up Your Internet Connection Playing CDs and DVDs Adjusting the Volume DVD player includes the following basic buttonsHow to Copy a CD or DVD Adjusting the PictureCopying CDs and DVDs Using Blank CDs and DVDs Media Type Read Write RewritableUsing a Media Card Reader Optional Helpful TipsSetting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterPower Management Network Setup WizardConnector Network adapter connector on computer Network cableHibernate Mode Standby ModePower Options Properties Power Schemes Tab Advanced TabAbout RAID Configurations Using RAID with Hard Drive PasswordsRAID Level Hibernate TabConfiguring Your Computer for RAID Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled ModeCreating a RAID Level 1 Configuration Deleting a RAID VolumeCreating a RAID Level 1 Configuration Migrating to a RAID Level 1 Configuration Rebuilding a Degraded RAID Level 1 ConfigurationHyper-Threading Troubleshooting Tips Battery ProblemsDrive Problems Solving ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problemsError Messages Use these characters in filenamesMedia Card Reader Problems Keyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingProgram stops responding Program crashes repeatedlyProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsMemory Problems Other software problemsMouse Problems Network Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Diagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionLight Pattern Problem Description Module see Installing Memory onModules without error Installing Memory onDetermine whether a conflict exists by See Cards onThen restart the computer Repeat this process for each card. IfLight Pattern Problem Description Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Drivers What Is a Driver?Tab Function Reinstalling Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackIdentifying Drivers Windows XPResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Manually Reinstalling DriversRestoring Your Operating System Creating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecEnabling System Restore Removing Dell PC Restore Advanced Troubleshooting Removing and Installing Parts Before You BeginRecommended Tools Turning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer Front View of the Computer System System shutdownBack View of the Computer Removing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts Inside View of Your Computer Power supplyCD or DVD drive Floppy drive Hard drive System Board Components MemoryDDR2 Memory Overview Securing clips Connector Installing MemoryNotch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Removing Memory Cards Installing an Expansion Card Not fully seated card Fully seated card Alignment guide Removing an Expansion Card Drive Panels Removing the Drive Panel Sliding plate lever Drive panelRemoving the Drive-Panel Insert Replacing the Drive-Panel InsertDrive-panel Insert latch Drive panel Drive-panel insert Drive-panel Insert tab Center drive-panelDrives Replacing the Drive PanelIDE Drive Addressing Connecting Drive CablesCD/DVD drives Drive Interface Connectors Power Cable ConnectorSerial ATA Connector Interface cable Interface connector Power cableConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Hard DriveTabs Hard drive Removing and Installing Parts Removing a Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Drive Bracket railsRail tabs Adding a Second Hard Drive optionalPrimary hard drive Upper bay Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy DrivePage Installing a Floppy Drive Drive ScrewsPower cable Data cable Media Card Reader Removing a Media Card ReaderSliding plate lever Media Card Reader Installing a Media Card Reader Media Card Reader ScrewsCD/DVD Drive FlexBay cable Media Card ReaderData cable Power cable Removing and Installing Parts Removing a CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Sliding plate lever CD/DVD driveDrive Screws Removing and Installing Parts Data cable Power cable Battery Replacing the BatteryBattery Battery socket Replacing the Computer CoverRemoving and Installing Parts Removing and Installing Parts Specifications Level 1 L1 cache At least 16 KB Level 2 L2 cachePipelined-burst, eight-way set associative, write-back Sram System clock MHz data rate Appendix100 101 102 System Setup Entering System SetupSystem Setup Screen OverviewSystem Setup Options 104105 Or RAID On106 Boot Sequence Option Settings107 Remotely from SuspendChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot108 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 109Clearing Cmos Settings Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor 110Mouse Floppy DriveCDs and DVDs 111Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyFCC Notices U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsClass a Class B 113FCC Identification Information Contacting Dell114 115 116 117 118 592 818Colombia 980-9-15-3978119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 01344 37301344 860 Uruguay131 132 Index Index 133134 Index Index 135 USB 136 IndexIndex 137 138 Index
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