Dell 2300 technical specifications Replacing the Microprocessor, Removing the Microprocessor

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HINT: Some computers come with only two extra alignment screws; others come with four. You only need two alignment screws for this procedure.

11.Gently slide the drive into place.

12.Once the drive is in place, apply pressure to ensure the drive is fully seated.

13.Use the securing screw that came with the drive to attach the drive to the computer.

14.Connect a power cable to the new drive.

CAUTION: Match the colored strip on the cable with pin 1 on the drive (pin 1 is marked as "1").

15.Locate the data cable from the CD/DVD drive in the upper drive bay and connect its middle data connector to the new drive.

16.Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents.

17.Replace the front panel.

18.Replace the computer cover.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

19.Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

20.See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

Replacing the Microprocessor

Removing the Microprocessor

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions provided in your Owner's Manual.

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

1.Shut down the computer through the Start menu.

2.Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

3.Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.

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Contents Dell Dimension Hints, Notices, and CautionsAbbreviations and Acronyms Using System Restore Advanced TroubleshootingCreating a Restore Point Beep CodesWhat Is a Driver? Undoing the Last System RestoreDrivers Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateReinstalling Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesIdentifying Drivers Before You Reinstall Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPReinstalling Windows XP Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemReinstall the appropriate drivers Reinstalling Drivers and SoftwareDocumentation Finding Information for Your ComputerWhat Are You Looking For? Find it Here Online Documentation Printed DocumentationDownloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated Files Click User and system guides, and then click Users guidesViewing the Tell Me How Help File Shutting Down the Computer Adding and Replacing PartsRemoving the Computer Cover Click Turn offLooking Inside Your Computer Adding or Removing Cards Remove the computer cover Adding Memory Removing CardsReplace the computer cover Close the computer cover Removing the Front PanelRemove the computer cover Removing the Front-Panel Insert Hard DriveRemove the computer cover Remove the front panel Replace the computer cover Floppy Drive Replacing the CD/DVD Drive Replace the front panel Replace the computer cover Adding a Second CD/DVD DriveRemoving the Microprocessor Replacing the MicroprocessorInstalling the Microprocessor Removing the System Board Replacing the System BoardInstalling the System Board Remove the computer cover Remove the floppy driveRemove the microprocessor heat sink Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply Replace the floppy drive Replace the computer coverReplacing the Computer Cover Replacing the BatteryBack to Contents Battery Problems Drive Problems Solving ProblemsFloppy drive problems Finding Help InformationCD drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsProblems writing to a CD-RW drive DVD drive problemsGeneral Problems Error MessagesComputer stops responding Program stops respondingOther technical problems General hardware problems Other software problemsProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsKeyboard Problems Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Printer Problems Power ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems Scanner ProblemsNo sound from headphones No sound from speakersAdjust the Windows display settings Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to readTechnical Specifications Video PowerAudio Controls and LightsEntering the System Setup Program System Setup ProgramOverview Main ScreenOption Function Advanced ScreenPeripheral Configuration Submenu IDE Configuration SubmenuDescribed in IDE Primary Master Submenu Event Log Configuration Submenu Diskette Configuration SubmenuIDE Primary Master Submenu ModeSecurity Screen Power ScreenLast State Boot ScreenClearing Forgotten Passwords Exit ScreenShut down the computer Clearing Cmos Technical Overview Internal View System Board Connectors and SocketsDC Power Connector P1 Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsDC Power Connectors P2, P3, P5, and P6 DC Power Connector P7DC Power Connector P8 Front View Controls and LightsBack View Front View Back ViewBack to Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions
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