Dell OptiPlex? GX620 manual Click Checklist for creating a network

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1.Click the Start button, point to All ProgramsAccessoriesCommunications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.

2.On the welcome screen, click Next.

3.Click Checklist for creating a network.

NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP SP1.

4.Complete the checklist and required preparations.

5.Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen.

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Contents Dell OptiPlex GX620 Systems Users Guide Manageability Advanced FeaturesLegacySelect Technology Control Security Password ProtectionAssigning a System Password Option SettingsTyping Your System Password If Password Status is set to LockedDeleting or Changing an Existing System Password Administrator PasswordAssigning an Administrator Password Deleting or Changing an Existing Administrator PasswordDisabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New Password System SetupEntering System Setup System Setup ScreensSystem System Setup OptionsVideo Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Booting to a USB DeviceMemory Key Floppy DriveClearing Forgotten Passwords Jumper Setting Description Clearing Cmos SettingsSleep Mode Wake-Up Methods Windows XP Power ManagementHyper-Threading Click Hardware and click Device ManagerBack to Contents Replacing the Battery BatteryReplace the computer cover Recommended Tools Before You BeginTurning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerPage Mini Tower Computer Desktop Computer Chassis Intrusion SwitchRemoving the Chassis Intrusion Switch Small Form Factor Computer Ultra Small Form Factor Computer Replacing the Chassis Intrusion SwitchResetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor Cleaning Your ComputerMouse CDs and DVDsBack to Contents Replacing the Computer Cover Abbreviations and Acronyms Desktop ComputerModel Dcne August 2006 N8071 Rev. A02 Support.dell.com Finding InformationFind It Here Click Users and system guides and click Users guides Service Tag and Microsoft Windows LicenseBack to Contents Getting Help Online ServicesTechnical Assistance Ftp.dell.comAutoTech Service Problems With Your OrderAutomated Order-Status Service Technical Support ServiceContacting Dell Before You CallAruba Argentina Buenos AiresAustralia Sydney 0011Chile Santiago Cayman IslandsChina Xiamen ColombiaFrance Paris Montpellier Website support.euro.dell.com Home and Small BusinessCorporate Germany LangenJamaica Ireland CherrywoodWebsite support.jp.dell.com Japan KawasakiMacao LuxembourgWebsite support.ap.dell.com Malaysia Penang MexicoPortugal Website support.euro.dell.com Poland WarsawPuerto Rico St. Kitts and NevisWebsite support.ap.dell.com Taiwan Switzerland GenevaWebsite support.ap.dell.com Thailand Trinidad/TobagoVenezuela Virgin IslandsGlossary Page Docking device See APR Device driver See driverPage Page Key combination Page NIC See network adapter Processor Page System tray See notification area Video resolution See resolutionBack to Contents DDR2 Memory Overview MemoryReplacing/Adding Additional Memory Addressing Memory With 4-GB ConfigurationsRemoving Memory Replace the computer cover Back to Contents Front View Mini Tower ComputerAbout Your Mini Tower Computer Back View Back-Panel ConnectorsSetup Options System Board Components Inside Your ComputerMini Tower Computer Jumper Setting Description Jumper SettingsPCI Cards Installing a PCI CardPCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters Replace the computer cover Removing a PCI Card PCI Express Cards Installing a PCI Express CardPage Removing a PCI Express Card Serial Port Adapters Installing a Serial Port AdapterPage Removing a Serial Port Adapter Removing the Computer Cover Connecting Drive Cables General Installation GuidelinesDrive Interface Connectors DrivesConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Power Cable ConnectorsIDE Drive Power Connector Serial ATA Power Connector Hard DriveRemoving a Hard Drive Installing a Hard DriveReplace the computer cover Adding a Second Hard Drive Drive-Panel Inserts Page Removing the Floppy Drive Installing the Floppy DriveRemoving a CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Back to Contents Replacing the I/O Panel PanelRemoving the I/O Panel Back to Contents Removing the Processor ProcessorInstalling the Processor Replace the computer cover Back to Contents Replacing the Power Supply Power SupplyPin Number Signal name AWG Wire DC Power ConnectorsPin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire DC Power Connector P4Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG Wire DC Power Connectors P8 and P9Mini Tower Computer Specifications Expansion Bus ConnectorsDrives Key CombinationsControls and Lights PowerPhysical EnvironmentalBack to Contents Class a Class B FCC Notices U.S. OnlyFCC Notices U.S. Only FCC Identification Information What Is a Driver? Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating SystemReinstalling Drivers and Utilities DriversUsing the Optional Drivers and Utilities CD Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Undoing the Last System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPEnabling System Restore Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateWindows XP Setup Reinstalling Windows XPBooting From the Operating System CD Back to Contents Mini Tower System Board Screws Replacing the System BoardSmall Form Factor System Board Screws Desktop System Board ScrewsReplace the computer cover Back to Contents About Your Desktop Computer Desktop ComputerBack View Inside Your Computer Desktop Computer Jumper Setting Description Jumpered unjumpered PCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters Removing a PCI Card Installing a PCI Card in the Riser-Card Cage Page Removing a PCI Card From the Riser-Card Cage Replace the computer cover Installing a PCI Express x16 Card Removing a PCI Express x16 Card Serial Port Adapters Installing a Serial Port Adapter in the Riser-Card Cage Removing a Serial Port Adapter From the Riser-Card Cage Back to Contents Removing the Computer Cover Drives CD/DVD Drive Installing a CD/DVD Drive Removing a Floppy Drive Installing a Floppy Drive Replace the CD/DVD drive Installing a Hard Drive Back to Contents Panel Page Processor Installing the Processor Page Replace the computer cover Back to Contents Power Supply VCC +5V Red DC Power Connector P3 Back to Contents Desktop Computer Specifications Expansion Bus Microsoft Windows XP, brings up the Windows Physical About Your Small Form Factor Computer Small Form Factor ComputerBack View Inside Your Computer Small Form Factor Computer Jumper Setting Description PCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters Page Serial Port Adapters Removing a Serial Port Adapter Removing the Computer Cover Serial ATA Connector Remove the computer cover Installing a Hard Drive Replace the computer cover CD/DVD Drive Installing a CD/DVD Drive Floppy Drive Remove the floppy drive Replace the CD/DVD drive Remove the system board Processor Installing the Processor Page Captive screw in housing Small Form Factor Computer Specifications Expansion Bus Controls and Lights Small Form Factor Computer Model Dcsm August 2006 N8071 Rev. A02 Battery Problems Solving ProblemsDrive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsLockups and Software Problems Keyboard ProblemsHard drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveComputer does not start up Other software problemsComputer stops responding Program stops respondingMouse Problems Memory ProblemsPower Problems Network ProblemsRestoring Default Settings Printer ProblemsIf the power light is blinking amber Verify that the printer is recognized by WindowsSound and Speaker Problems Serial or Parallel Device ProblemsRun the speaker diagnostics No sound from speakersNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to readAdjust the Windows display settings Mini Tower Computer Model Dctr August 2006 N8071 Rev. A02 Models DCTR, DCNE, DCSM, and Dccy March 2005 N8071 Rev. A00 Dell Diagnostics Troubleshooting Tools and UtilitiesWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DrivePower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution Dell Diagnostics Main MenuSystem Lights Option FunctionLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic LightsCode Cause Beep CodesDiskette subsystem reset failed Run the Dell Diagnostics Error MessagesClick the Change or Remove Program icon Decreasing available memoryNo timer tick interrupt Run the Dell Diagnostics No boot device availableWrite fault Write fault on selected drive Read fault Requested sector not found Reset failedResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Microsoft Windows XPClick Performance and Maintenance and click System Ultra Small Form Factor Computer Model Dccy August 2006 N8071 Rev. A02 Side View Ultra Small Form Factor ComputerAbout Your Ultra Small Form Factor Computer Back-panel connectors Connecting Two Monitors Connecting a VGA MonitorJumper Settings Removing the Cable Cover Cable Cover OptionalAttaching the Cable Cover Connecting the Power Adapter Badge If applicable, remove the cable cover System Board Power Serial ATA Power Connector Hard Drive Replace the computer cover Back to Contents Module Bay Installing a Device When Your Computer Is Turned OffSecuring a Device in the Module Bay Replace the computer cover Processor Page Replace the cable cover, if used Ultra Small Form Factor Computer Specifications Drives One serial ATA controller supporting one device Power Warranty Transferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows XP FeaturesSetting Up a Home and Office Network User Accounts and Fast User SwitchingClick Checklist for creating a network
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