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CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

1Shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 18).

2Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

3Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.

4Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

5Remove the computer cover (see page 55).

6Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the bottom of the inside of the computer.

7Unscrew and remove the filler bracket for the card slot you want to use.

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CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.

8Align the cutout on the bottom of the card with the crossbar in the system board connector. Gently rock the card into the connector until it is fully seated.

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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 Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsAdding or Replacing a Second Hard Drive Advanced TroubleshootingUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesAppendix Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Microsoft Windows License Label Finding Information for Your ComputerTechnical support Downloads Drivers, patches, and software updatesSupport questions Online coursesPrinter Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a Parallel Printer Setting Up and Using Your ComputerScrews Clips Parallel printer Cable Notches Connecting a USB PrinterParallel connector on computer USB connector on computer Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Network wall jack Network cable Connecting to the InternetNetwork Setup Wizard Click Checklist for creating a networkIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionClick Connect to the Internet Click Exact Copy How to Copy a CD or DVDUsing Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs Copying CDs and DVDsClick Hardware and click Device Manager Hyper-ThreadingHelpful Tips Turn Off Computer Turn off computer window, click Turn off Booting to a USB DeviceTurning Off Your Computer Solving Problems Finding SolutionsW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m See Finding Help Information Battery ProblemsDrive Problems Floppy drive problemsBack of floppy disk Write-protected Not write- protected CD drive problemsDVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD-RW driveHard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsError Messages Computer stops responding General ProblemsSolid blue screen appears Other software problemsProgram stops responding Program crashes repeatedlyGeneral hardware problems Other technical problemsIeee 1394 Device Problems Mouse Problems Keyboard ProblemsNetwork Problems Speed light Power ProblemsNetwork integrity Printer Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsNo sound from headphones If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic LightsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution If the problem persists, contact Identified a faulty module orError If available, install properlyConnector or reinstalled all If the problem persists orDifferent connector and restart You have identified a faultyRequirements see Connector placementThat you are installing are Memory module/memoryStarting the Dell Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsTab Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuOption Function Identifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers DriversClick Roll Back Driver Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackManually Reinstalling Drivers Restoring Your Operating SystemRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Click System RestoreUsing Dell PC Restore by Symantec Click Performance and Maintenance and click System Enabling System RestoreClick Performance and Maintenance Click the System Restore tabAdvanced Troubleshooting On computers with an optional floppy drive Adding Parts Front and Back View of the ComputerFront View Computer. Instead, perform an operating system shutdown Back View Network jack Guide Removing the Computer CoverComputer cover Cover latch Back of computer Looking Inside Your Computer System Board Securing screw Filler bracket Adding CardsNot fully seated card Fully seated card Bracket Card Card cutoutCrossbar Adding or Replacing the AGP Card AGP card Card clip lever Slot connector Installing an AGP CardNotch Lever Tab Card clip AGP connector PCI connectorAdding or Replacing a Second Hard Drive Drive bracket Existing hard driveScrews Drive bracket Adding a Floppy Drive Bottom tab Side hinges Front panel Top tabMiddle tab Tabs Insert Top bracket screw Drive bracket Floppy drive Side hinges Front panel Adding a Second CD or DVD Drive Bottom tab Adding Parts Drive Alignment screws Insert TabsDrive Securing screw Side hinges Front panel DDR Memory Overview Memory Installation GuidelinesAdding Memory Installing Memory Notch Securing clips ConnectorReplacing the Computer Cover Appendix SpecificationsSystem Information Expansion BusDrives Ports and ConnectorsMemory Other factorsNetwork PowerVideo AudioEnvironmental System SetupOverview Keys Action Viewing SettingsSystem Setup Screens Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Boot SequenceOption Settings Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Forgotten PasswordsReplacing the Battery Battery Battery socket Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only FCC Notices U.S. OnlyClass a Class B FCC Identification Information Contacting DellAppendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 Index 107 Index108 Index Index Help files accessing, 9Compatibility, 27 restore to previous operating Index 109 Wizard, 27 reinstalling, 47 scanner, 34 System RestoreWizards Program Compatibility Wizard Index 110
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