Dell Dimension 4300 technical specifications Sound and Speaker Problems, Printer Problems

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Sound and Speaker Problems

HINT: The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. If you have been listening to MP3 songs, make sure that you did not turn the player volume down or off.

Ensure that the subwoofer and the speakers are turned on— See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers.

Adjust the speaker controls— Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to eliminate distortion.

Verify the speaker cable connections— Ensure that the speakers are connected as shown on the START HERE sheet for your computer and the setup diagram supplied with the speakers.

Be sure that headphones are not connected to the front-panel headphone jack— Sound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the computer's front-panel headphone jack.

Adjust the Windows volume control— In Windows XP, click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. In Windows Me or 2000, double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Be sure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted.

Run the speaker diagnostics— Some speaker systems have self-contained diagnostics. See the speaker documentation for diagnostics instructions.

Eliminate possible interference— Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to check for interference.

Test the electrical outlet— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.

Reinstall the Sound (audio) driver— See "Reinstalling Drivers."

Check for interrupt request conflicts— See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities"

Printer Problems

HINT: If you need technical assistance for your printer, call the printer's manufacturer. Dell does not cover the printer's warranty.

If you cannot print to a parallel port printer

Verify the printer cable connections— Ensure that the printer cable is connected as described in "Connecting a Printer" in the Dell Solutions Guide.

Ensure that the printer is turned on— See the documentation supplied with the printer.

Verify that the printer is recognized by Windows

Windows XP

1.Click the Start button.

2.Click Control Panel.

3.Click Printers and Other Hardware.

4.Click View installed printers or fax printers. If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.

5.Click Properties, and then select the Ports tab. Ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port).

Windows Me and Windows 2000

1.Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers.

If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.

2.Click Properties, and then select the Details tab in Windows Me and the Ports tab in Windows 2000. Ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port).

Test the electrical outlet— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.

Reinstall the printer driver— See "Installing the Printer Driver" in the Dell Solutions Guide.

Check for interrupt request conflicts— See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities."

If you cannot print to a USB printer

Verify the printer cable connections— Ensure that the printer cable is connected as described in "Connecting a Printer" in the Dell Solutions Guide.

Ensure that the printer is turned on— See the documentation supplied with the printer.

Verify that the printer is recognized by Windows

Windows XP

1.Click the Start button.

2.Click Control Panel.

3.Click Printers and Other Hardware.

4.Click View installed printers or fax printers. If the printer is listed, right-click the printer name.

5.Click Properties, and then select the Ports tab. Ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is USB.

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Contents Dell Dimension Hints, Notices, and CautionsAbbreviations and Acronyms Diagnostic Codes Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective ActionSystem Codes and Messages Message Possible Cause Corrective Action Post Beep CodesSystem Messages Beep Codes Possible Cause Corrective ActionPost Downloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated Files DocumentationPrinted Documentation Online DocumentationAdding Parts Safety InstructionsWhen Using Your Computer When Working Inside Your ComputerReattaching 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 Replacing the Power Supply Removing the Power SupplyRemoving the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the System BoardRemoving the System Board Replacing the System Board Closing the Computer CoverPage Solving Problems Accessing Help FilesPower Problems If the screen is blank Start-Up Error MessagesVideo and Monitor Problems Adjust the Windows display settingsIf you cannot print to a USB printer Sound and Speaker ProblemsPrinter Problems If you cannot print to a parallel port printerControl Panel, double-clickPhone and Modem Options Scanner ProblemsModem Problems Verify that the modem is communicating with WindowsCheck the mouse settings Mouse ProblemsKeyboard Problems Drive ProblemsIf the CD-RW drive stops writing If you have a hard drive problemUnder Error-checking, click Check Now If you cannot play a DVD movieNetwork Problems Microsoft Windows Error MessagesGeneral Program Problems Internet Connection Problems Mail ProblemsResolving Other Technical Problems Click Properties Reinstalling DriversUsing the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click NextWindows Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Windows MeClick the System Restore tab Using System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Click Performance and MaintenanceRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Reinstalling Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Click Create a restore pointClick 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 SpecificationsControls and Lights PowerAudio3 VideoPage Overview System Setup ProgramViewing Settings System Setup Program ScreensOption 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 Connector P2 DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9DC Power Connector P7 IDE Channel IDE Connector Location Dell Installed Drive IDE Interface Cable Connections for Dell-Installed DrivesPlacement of Dell-Installed Cards Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG WireFront View Controls and LightsWindows Label Back ViewSerial Connector Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms
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