Dell Dimension 4300 Network Problems, Microsoft Windows Error Messages, General Program Problems

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Network Problems

Check the network cable connector— Ensure that the network cable connector is firmly connected to the connector on the computer and the network wall jack as shown on the START HERE sheet for your computer.

Check the network lights on the back of the computer— A green light indicates a 10 Mbps network connection, and an orange light indicates a 100 Mbps network connection. The light blinks amber when there is any network traffic. If the light is dark, try replacing the network cable.

Restart the computer— Try to log on to the network again.

Contact your network administrator— Verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.

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

Microsoft® Windows® Error Messages

x:\ is not accessible. The device is not ready— Insert a disk into the drive and try again.

A filename cannot contain any of the following characters: \ / : * ? " < > — Do not use these characters in filenames.

Not enough memory or resources. Close some programs and try again— You have too many programs open. Close all windows and open the program that you want to use. In some cases, you might have to restart your computer to restore computer resources. If so, try running the program that you want to use first.

The file being copied is too large for the destination drive— The file that you are trying to copy is too large to fit on the disk. Try copying the file to a blank disk or use a larger capacity disk.

A required .DLL file was not found— The program that you are trying to open is missing an essential file. To remove and then reinstall the program:

Windows XP

1.Click the Start button.

2.Click Control Panel.

3.Click Add or Remove Programs.

4.Select the program you want to remove.

5.Click the Change or Remove Program icon.

6.See the program documentation for installation instructions.

Windows Me and Windows 2000

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

2.Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.

3.Select the program that you want to remove.

4.Click Add/Remove (click Change/Remove in Windows 2000) and follow the prompts on the screen.

5.See the program documentation for installation instructions.

General Program Problems

A program crashes

See the software documentation— Many software manufacturers maintain websites with information that may help you to solve the problem.

A program stops responding

End the program

1.Simultaneously press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc>.

2.In Windows XP and Windows 2000, click the Task Manager button, click the Applications tab, and then select the program that is no longer responding. In Windows Me, just select the program that is no longer responding.

3.Click the End Task button.

A program error causes the system to lock up

HINT: ScanDisk may run when you restart the computer. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Turn the computer off— If your computer locks up and you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then press the power button again to turn on the

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Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions Dell DimensionAbbreviations and Acronyms Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective Action Diagnostic CodesSystem 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 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 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 movieMicrosoft Windows Error Messages Network ProblemsGeneral Program Problems Mail Problems Internet Connection 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 Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9 DC Power Connector P2DC 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