Dell JK523 manual Finding Information, Desktop System Software DSS, Support.dell.com

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Finding Information

NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.

NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.

What Are You Looking For?	Find It Here

• A diagnostic program for my computer	Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD)
• Drivers for my computer	NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may be optional and may
• My computer documentation	not ship with your computer.
• My device documentation	Documentation and drivers are already installed on your
• Desktop System Software (DSS)	computer. You can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see
	"Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your online User’s
	Guide), to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics"
	on page 30), or to access your documentation.
	Readme files may be
	included on your CD to
	provide the most current
	updates about technical
	changes to your computer
	or advanced technical-
	reference material for
	technicians or experienced
	users.
	NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at
	support.dell.com.

• Warranty information	Dell™ Product Information Guide
• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)
• Safety instructions
• Regulatory information
• Ergonomics information
• End User License Agreement

Quick Reference Guide

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Quick Reference GuideSeptember JK523 Contents Contents Support.dell.com Finding InformationDesktop System Software DSS User’s Guide is also available on the optional Drivers Click the topic that describes your problem Segment, and enter your Service TagWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Dell Support Website support.dell.comSetting Up Your Computer Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Mini Tower Computer Front View System ViewsBlinking green The computer is in a power-saving mode Power button. Instead, perform an operating system shutdownNo light The computer is turned off Steady green The computer is in a normal operating statePadlock ring Mini Tower Computer Back ViewCover release latch Parallel connector Mini Tower Computer Back-Panel ConnectorsPosition Address. For more information, see your online User’s GuideLine-in connector ConnectorLine-out connector Video connectorShutdown Desktop Computer Front ViewDesktop Computer Back View Desktop Computer Back-Panel Connectors Removing the Computer Cover Before Working Inside Your Computer Before You BeginMini Tower Computer Security cable slot Cover release latch Padlock ring Desktop Computer Inside Your Computer System Board Components Mini Tower Computer Quick Reference Guide Jumper SettingsJumper Desktop ComputerDescription JumperedSystem Board Components Desktop Computer Quick Reference Guide Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Jumper SettingInsert the Drivers and Utilities CD Tab Function Option FunctionSee your online User’s Guide Power Light Problem Description Suggested ResolutionSystem Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Diagnostic LightsInstalled, reinstall it and restart Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionWithout error If available, install properly workingVerify that the memory modules that Ensure that no special memoryYour computer Ensure that the cables are properlyCode Cause Beep CodesResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreBefore You Begin Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPReinstalling Windows XP Quick Reference Guide When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next Using the Drivers and Utilities CDIndex Problems. See troubleshootingIndex