Dell Dimension 4300 technical specifications Internet Connection Problems, Mail Problems

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computer. You might lose data if you are unable to perform a Microsoft Windows shutdown.

A solid blue screen appears

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 computer. The solid blue screen appears because you were not able to perform a proper Windows shutdown. You might lose data if you are unable to perform a Microsoft Windows shutdown.

A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system

Run the Program Compatibility Wizard Windows XP provides a Program Compatibility Wizard that configures a program to run in an environment more similar to older Windows operating system environments.

1.Click the Start button, point to All Programs—> Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard.

2.On the welcome screen, click Next.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

Internet Connection Problems

If you have a problem with your Internet connection

Review "Modem Problems"

Turn off call waiting (catch-phone)—See your telephone directory for instructions on deactivating this feature. Then adjust the dial-up networking connection properties.

Windows XP

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

2.Click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Phone and Modem Options.

3.Click to highlight your connection type in the displayed list.

4.Click the Dialing Rules tab, and then click the Edit button.

5.Click to place a checkmark in the To Disable Call Waiting box.

6.Select the disable code from the drop down menu (for example, *70).

7.Click Apply, and then click OK.

Windows Me

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

2.Double-click the Modems icon.

3.In the Modems Properties window, click Dialing Properties.

4.Ensure that To disable call waiting, dial: is checked, and then select the proper code according to the information in your telephone directory.

5.Click Apply, and then click OK.

6.Close the Modems Properties window.

7.Close the Control Panel.

Windows 2000

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

2.Double-click the Phone and Modems Options icon.

3.In the Locations window, select the location for which you want to disable call waiting, and then click Edit.

4.Ensure that To disable call waiting, dial: is checked and then select the proper code according to the information in your telephone directory.

5.Click Apply and then click OK.

6.Close the Phone and Modems Options window.

7.Close the Control Panel.

Be sure that you have subscribed to an Internet service provider— Contact an Internet service provider to subscribe.

E-Mail Problems

Ensure that you are connected to the Internet— With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. If Work Offline has a check next to it, click the check to remove it and connect to the Internet.

Resolving Other Technical Problems

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Dell DimensionHints, Notices, and Cautions System Codes and Messages Diagnostic CodesDiagnostic Code Definition Corrective Action Post Beep Codes System MessagesBeep Codes Possible Cause Corrective Action Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionPost Documentation Printed DocumentationOnline Documentation Downloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated FilesSafety Instructions When Using Your ComputerWhen Working Inside Your Computer Adding PartsShutting Down the Computer Reattaching the Front Door and Hinge ArmsReattaching the Hinge Arms Opening the Computer Cover Adding Cards Open the computer coverRemoving Cards Close the computer coverAdding Memory Replacing an AGP Card Adding a Second Hard Drive Adding Other Drives Inch DevicesShut down the computer Inch Devices Replacing the Microprocessor Page Installing the Microprocessor Removing the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Power SupplyRemoving the Power Supply Removing the System Board Replacing the Power SupplyReplacing the System Board Closing the Computer Cover Replacing the System BoardPage Power Problems Solving ProblemsAccessing Help Files Start-Up Error Messages Video and Monitor ProblemsAdjust the Windows display settings If the screen is blankSound and Speaker Problems Printer ProblemsIf you cannot print to a parallel port printer If you cannot print to a USB printerScanner Problems Modem ProblemsVerify that the modem is communicating with Windows Control Panel, double-clickPhone and Modem OptionsMouse Problems Keyboard ProblemsDrive Problems Check the mouse settingsIf you have a hard drive problem Under Error-checking, click Check NowIf you cannot play a DVD movie If the CD-RW drive stops writingGeneral Program Problems Network ProblemsMicrosoft Windows Error Messages Resolving Other Technical Problems Internet Connection ProblemsMail Problems Reinstalling Drivers Using the Windows XP Device Driver RollbackAt the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next Click PropertiesClick Performance and Maintenance, and then click System Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesWindows Me WindowsUsing System Restore Creating a Restore PointClick Performance and Maintenance Click the System Restore tabReinstalling Windows XP Undoing the Last System RestoreClick Create a restore point Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateReinstalling Windows Me Click Next in the Welcome to Windows Me windowReinstalling Windows Click I accept the Agreement, and then click NextBack to Contents Technical Specifications SpecificationsPower Audio3Video Controls and LightsPage System Setup Program Viewing SettingsSystem Setup Program Screens OverviewOption Function Clearing Forgotten Passwords PXE BISInternal View System Board Connectors and Sockets Technical OverviewPower Supply Socketed MicroprocessorDC Power Connectors Pin Number Signal name 18-AWG WireDC Power Connector P7 DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9 IDE Interface Cable Connections for Dell-Installed Drives Placement of Dell-Installed CardsPin Number Signal Name 22-AWG Wire IDE Channel IDE Connector Location Dell Installed DriveControls and Lights Front ViewBack View Windows LabelSerial Connector Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms