Dell FX160 manual Covers, Removing the Computer Cover, Replacing the Computer Cover

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Covers

Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual

Removing the Computer Cover

Replacing the Computer Cover

Removing the Side Cover

Replacing the Side Cover

Removing the Computer Cover

WARNING: Always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover.

WARNING: Some components become very hot during normal operation. Allow system components to cool before touching them.

1.Disconnect the security cable from the computer (if present).

2.Place the computer in a horizontal position.

3.If necessary, move the antenna so that it does not obstruct access to the cover screw.

4.Remove the two screws from the back of the computer.

5.Slide the cover toward the front of the computer and lift it off.

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screw (2)

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security cable slot

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replacing the Computer Cover

1.Place the computer in a horizontal position.

2.Place the computer cover on top of the computer.

The tab with the security cable slot should be toward the back of the computer, and the cover should be approximately 1/4 inch from the system lock tabs being aligned.

3.Slide the cover toward the back of the computer until the system lock tabs are aligned.

4.Replace the two screws that secure the cover to the chassis.

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Contents Model DC01T September 2008 Rev. A00 Replacing the Antenna AntennaRemoving the Antenna Page Before Working on Your Computer Working on Your ComputerRecommended Tools After Working on Your Computer Replacing the Cable Guide Cable GuideRemoving the Cable Guide Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Coin-Cell BatteryRemoving the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Computer Cover CoversRemoving the Computer Cover Removing the Side Cover Replacing the Side CoverPeg Peg retainer Side cover hooks Side cover hook slots2 Finding Information Replacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Hard Drive Assembly OptionalRemoving the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard DriveRemoving the Hard Drive Fan Replacing the Hard Drive FanReplacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Processor Heatsink AssemblyRemoving the Processor Heatsink Assembly Page Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnect Online ServicesGetting Help Obtaining AssistanceProblems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comBefore You Call Contacting DellReplacing the I/O Board BoardRemoving the I/O Board Cable guide metal tab Metal clip Replacing a Memory Module MemoryRemoving a Memory Module Page Replacing the Nvram Module Nvram ModuleRemoving the Nvram Module Back to Contents Replacing the Power Supply Power SupplyRemoving the Power Supply Page Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesDrivers Identifying DriversManually Reinstalling Drivers Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back DriverRe-imaging Operating Systems Installed on Nvram Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Windows Vista Only Restoring Your Operating SystemUser Accounts and Passwords Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows VistaBefore you Begin Click Start → Control PanelClick Control Panel → User Accounts Click Administrative Tools → UserManagerClick User Accounts Replacing the Computer Stand Computer StandRemoving the Computer Stand Removing the System Board Assembly System Board AssemblySystem Board Connectors Replacing the System Board Perform the procedure in After Working on Your Computer System Setup Entering the Bios Setup UtilityBios Setup Utility Screens Bios Setup Utility OptionsSetup Lock Boot SequenceSelect Specific Boot Device Clearing Forgotten PasswordsChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Click Save this program to disk, and then click OK Clearing Cmos SettingsFlashing the Bios Back to Contents Back to Contents Troubleshooting Power LightsDiagnostic Lights Diagnostic Light Codes During PostCode Description Suggested Resolution Repetitive Short beeps Beep CodesReplace the battery see Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery System MessagesDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Hardware TroubleshooterPage Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Option FunctionSolving Problems Battery ProblemsDrive Problems Tab FunctionOptical drive problems optional, external Problems writing to an optical driveHard drive problems Adjust the Windows volume controlMail and Internet Problems Error MessagesClick Properties→ Tools→ Check Now Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove ProgramsKeyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingOther software problems Program crashes repeatedlyProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsMemory Problems Mouse ProblemsClick Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse Network ProblemsPower Problems Printer Problems Verify that the printer is recognized by WindowsDouble-clickPrinters and Faxes Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ PrinterScanner Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from speakers Verify that the scanner is recognized by Microsoft WindowsVideo and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesDell Technical Update Service Check the monitor power lightCheck the diagnostic lights See Diagnostic Lights Screen is blank Screen is difficult to readPage Enabling Selective USB Use the Onboard Devices screen to enable Selective USBSelective USB Replacing the Wireless Card Wireless CardRemoving the Wireless Card