Dell Dimension 4300 technical specifications Replacing an AGP Card

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4.Open the computer cover.

5.If necessary, remove a memory module:

a.Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.

b.Grasp the module and pull up.

If the module is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from the connector.

6.To insert a module, press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.

7.Align the notches on the bottom of the module with the crossbars in the connector.

NOTICE: To avoid breaking the memory module, do not press near the middle of the module.

8.Insert the module straight down into the connector, ensuring that it fits into the vertical guides at each end of the connector. Press firmly on the ends of the module until it snaps into place.

If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module.

9.Close the computer cover.

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

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

11.Right-click the My Computer icon and then click Properties.

12.Click the General tab.

13.To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed.

Replacing an AGP Card

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Safety Instructions."

1.Shut down the computer.

2.Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.

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

3.Disconnect the computer power cable from the wall outlet, and then press the power button to ground the system board.

4.Open the computer cover.

5.Press the card clip lever on the side of the AGP card to release the card from the slot connector, and remove the card.

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Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions Dell DimensionAbbreviations and Acronyms Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective Action Diagnostic CodesSystem Codes and Messages System Messages Post Beep CodesBeep Codes Possible Cause Corrective Action Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionPost Printed Documentation DocumentationOnline Documentation Downloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated FilesWhen Using Your Computer Safety InstructionsWhen Working Inside Your Computer Adding PartsReattaching the Front Door and Hinge Arms Shutting Down the ComputerReattaching the Hinge Arms Opening the Computer Cover Open the computer cover Adding CardsClose the computer cover Removing CardsAdding Memory Replacing an AGP Card Adding a Second Hard Drive Inch Devices Adding Other DrivesShut down the computer Inch Devices Replacing the Microprocessor Page Installing the Microprocessor Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyRemoving the Front I/O Panel Replacing the System Board Replacing the Power SupplyRemoving the System Board Replacing the System Board Closing the Computer CoverPage Accessing Help Files Solving ProblemsPower Problems Video and Monitor Problems Start-Up Error MessagesAdjust the Windows display settings If the screen is blankPrinter Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you cannot print to a parallel port printer If you cannot print to a USB printerModem Problems Scanner ProblemsVerify that the modem is communicating with Windows Control Panel, double-clickPhone and Modem OptionsKeyboard Problems Mouse ProblemsDrive Problems Check the mouse settingsUnder Error-checking, click Check Now If you have a hard drive problemIf you cannot play a DVD movie If the CD-RW drive stops writingMicrosoft Windows Error Messages Network ProblemsGeneral Program Problems Mail Problems Internet Connection ProblemsResolving Other Technical Problems Using the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling DriversAt the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next Click PropertiesResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemWindows Me WindowsCreating a Restore Point Using System RestoreClick Performance and Maintenance Click the System Restore tabUndoing the Last System Restore Reinstalling Windows XPClick Create a restore point Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateClick Next in the Welcome to Windows Me window Reinstalling Windows MeClick I accept the Agreement, and then click Next Reinstalling WindowsBack to Contents Specifications Technical SpecificationsAudio3 PowerVideo Controls and LightsPage Viewing Settings System Setup ProgramSystem Setup Program Screens OverviewOption Function PXE BIS Clearing Forgotten PasswordsTechnical Overview Internal View System Board Connectors and SocketsSocketed Microprocessor Power SupplyPin Number Signal name 18-AWG Wire DC Power ConnectorsDC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9 DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connector P7 Placement of Dell-Installed Cards IDE Interface Cable Connections for Dell-Installed DrivesPin Number Signal Name 22-AWG Wire IDE Channel IDE Connector Location Dell Installed DriveFront View Controls and LightsWindows Label Back ViewSerial Connector Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms