Dell 2300 Installing the System Board, Remove the computer cover Remove the floppy drive

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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.

4.Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.

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

5.Remove the computer 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.

6.Remove the floppy drive.

7.Remove any cards that are installed.

8.Disconnect all cables from the system board.

9.Lift up the heat-sink shroud.

CAUTION: The microprocessor heat sink can get hot. To avoid burns, ensure that the heat sink has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

10.Remove the microprocessor heat sink.

11.Remove the 12 screws that secure the system board to the computer frame.

Four of the 12 screws that secure the system board to the computer frame also secure the heat-sink base to the system board.

12.Lift the system board out from the computer.

13.Place the system board that you just removed next to the replacement system board.

Visually compare the replacement system board to the existing system board to ensure that you have the correct part.

Installing the System Board

1.Transfer components from the existing system board to the replacement system board: a. Remove the memory modules and install them on the replacement board.

CAUTION: The microprocessor package can get hot. To avoid burns, ensure that the package has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

b.Remove the microprocessor package from the existing system board and transfer it to the replacement system board.

2.Configure the settings of the replacement system board.

Set the jumpers on the replacement system board so that they are identical to the ones on the existing board.

3.Place the system board inside the computer frame, place the heat-sink base on the system board, and then replace the screws that you removed in step 11 of the preceding procedure.

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Contents Dell Dimension Hints, Notices, and CautionsAbbreviations and Acronyms Advanced Troubleshooting Using System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Beep CodesUndoing the Last System Restore What Is a Driver?Drivers Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateReinstalling Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP Before You ReinstallReinstalling Windows XP Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemReinstalling Drivers and Software Reinstall the appropriate driversDocumentation Finding Information for Your ComputerWhat Are You Looking For? Find it Here Printed Documentation Online 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 Adding and Replacing Parts Shutting Down the ComputerRemoving the Computer Cover Click Turn offLooking Inside Your Computer Adding or Removing Cards Remove the computer cover Adding Memory Removing CardsReplace the computer cover Removing the Front Panel Close the computer coverRemove 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 Adding a Second CD/DVD Drive Replace the front panel Replace the computer coverReplacing the Microprocessor Removing the MicroprocessorInstalling the Microprocessor Replacing the System Board Removing the System BoardInstalling the System Board Remove the computer cover Remove the floppy driveRemove the microprocessor heat sink Replacing the Power Supply Removing the Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply Replace the floppy drive Replace the computer coverReplacing the Battery Replacing the Computer CoverBack to Contents Solving Problems Battery Problems Drive ProblemsFloppy drive problems Finding Help InformationMail, Modem, and Internet Problems CD drive problemsProblems writing to a CD-RW drive DVD drive problemsError Messages General ProblemsComputer stops responding Program stops respondingOther software problems Other technical problems General hardware problemsProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsKeyboard Problems Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Power Problems Printer ProblemsScanner Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from headphones No sound from speakersVideo and Monitor Problems Adjust the Windows display settingsIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to readTechnical Specifications Power VideoAudio Controls and LightsSystem Setup Program Entering the System Setup ProgramOverview Main ScreenAdvanced Screen Option FunctionPeripheral Configuration Submenu IDE Configuration SubmenuDescribed in IDE Primary Master Submenu Diskette Configuration Submenu Event Log Configuration SubmenuIDE Primary Master Submenu ModePower Screen Security ScreenBoot Screen Last StateClearing Forgotten Passwords Exit ScreenShut down the computer Clearing Cmos Internal View System Board Connectors and Sockets Technical OverviewPower Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments DC Power Connector P1DC Power Connectors P2, P3, P5, and P6 DC Power Connector P7DC Power Connector P8 Controls and Lights Front ViewBack View Front View Back ViewBack to Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions
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