Dell 2300 technical specifications Replacing the Battery, Replacing the Computer Cover

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3.Reconnect the DC power cables to the drives and system board.

4.Replace the computer cover.

5.Connect the AC power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the power supply.

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

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

Replacing the Battery

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.

A coin-cell battery maintains computer configuration, date, and time information. The battery can last several years.

If you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, replace the battery.

CAUTION: A new battery can explode if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the 3-V CR2032 battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions (see "Battery Disposal" in your Owner's Manual).

1.Record all the screens in the system setup program so that you can restore the correct settings when you perform step 11.

2.Shut down the computer through the Start menu.

3.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.

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

5.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.

6.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.

NOTICE: To avoid damage to the system board while you pry the battery loose, be sure to insert the plastic screwdriver between the battery and the socket (not the system board).

7.Locate the battery socket on the system board and pry the battery out of its socket with your fingers or with a plastic screwdriver.

8.Insert the battery into the socket with the side labeled "+" facing up.

9.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.

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

11.Access the system setup program and restore the settings you recorded in step 1.

Replacing the Computer Cover

1.Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way. Make sure cables are not routed over the drive cage—they will prevent the cover

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Dell DimensionHints, Notices, and Cautions Creating a Restore Point Advanced TroubleshootingUsing System Restore Beep CodesDrivers Undoing the Last System RestoreWhat Is a Driver? Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling DriversResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Reinstalling Windows XP Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPBefore You Reinstall Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemReinstalling Drivers and Software Reinstall the appropriate driversWhat Are You Looking For? Find it Here DocumentationFinding Information for Your Computer Downloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated Files Printed DocumentationOnline Documentation Click User and system guides, and then click Users guidesViewing the Tell Me How Help File Removing the Computer Cover Adding and Replacing PartsShutting Down the Computer Click Turn offLooking Inside Your Computer Adding or Removing Cards Remove the computer cover Replace the computer cover Adding MemoryRemoving Cards Removing the Front Panel Close the computer coverRemove the computer cover Remove the computer cover Remove the front panel Removing the Front-Panel InsertHard Drive 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 BoardRemove the microprocessor heat sink Installing the System BoardRemove the computer cover Remove the floppy drive Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyRemoving the Power Supply Replace the floppy drive Replace the computer coverReplacing the Battery Replacing the Computer CoverBack to Contents Floppy drive problems Solving ProblemsBattery Problems Drive Problems Finding Help InformationProblems writing to a CD-RW drive Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsCD drive problems DVD drive problemsComputer stops responding Error MessagesGeneral Problems Program stops respondingProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Other software problemsOther technical problems General hardware problems Solid blue screen appearsNetwork Problems Keyboard ProblemsMouse Problems Power Problems Printer ProblemsNo sound from headphones Scanner ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersIf the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsAdjust the Windows display settings If the screen is difficult to readTechnical Specifications Audio PowerVideo Controls and LightsOverview System Setup ProgramEntering the System Setup Program Main ScreenAdvanced Screen Option FunctionDescribed in IDE Primary Master Submenu Peripheral Configuration SubmenuIDE Configuration Submenu IDE Primary Master Submenu Diskette Configuration SubmenuEvent Log Configuration Submenu ModePower Screen Security ScreenBoot Screen Last StateShut down the computer Clearing Forgotten PasswordsExit Screen Clearing Cmos Internal View System Board Connectors and Sockets Technical OverviewDC Power Connectors P2, P3, P5, and P6 Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsDC Power Connector P1 DC Power Connector P7DC Power Connector P8 Back View Controls and LightsFront View Front View Back ViewBack to Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions
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