Dell 170L Click the arrow icon, Click the topic that describes your problem, System you ordered

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What Are You Looking For?	Find It Here

• How to use Windows XP	Windows Help and Support Center
• Documentation for my computer	1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support.
• Documentation for devices (such as a modem)	2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and
	click the arrow icon.
	3 Click the topic that describes your problem.
	4 Follow the instructions on the screen.

• How to reinstall my operating system	Operating System CD
	The operating system is already installed on your
	computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the
	Operating System CD. See your OptiPlex User’s Guide for
	instructions.
	After you reinstall your
	operating system, use the
	Drivers and Utilities CD
	to reinstall drivers for the
	devices that came with
	your computer.
	Your operating system
	product key label is
	located on your
	computer.
	NOTE: The color of your CD varies based on the operating
	system you ordered.
	NOTE: The operating system media are optional and may
	not ship with all computers.

• Regulatory Model Information and Chassis Type	DHS—Small desktop chassis
	MTC2—Mini-tower chassis

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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 Contents X6741bk0.book Page 4 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 155 PM Finding Information for Your Computer Warranty, and repair information Use the Service Tag toComputer when you Service Code to direct your call when contactingFollow the instructions on the screen Click the topic that describes your problemHow to reinstall my operating system Click the arrow iconFront and Back Views About Your Small Desktop ComputerSystem board Inside Your ComputerPadlock ring CD/DVD drive Floppy drive Hard drive Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand Second drive bay CD or DVD drive activity light Service tagPower button USB 2.0 connectors 2 headphone connector About Your Mini-Tower ComputerX6741bk0.book Page 12 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 155 PM Setting Up Your Computer Network Setup Without CardsSetup With Cards Quick Reference Guide Monitor Small Desktop ComputerMini-tower Computer Setup Without Cards Monitor Keyboard Mouse SpeakersMicrosoft Windows Product Key Power Quick Reference Guide Completed SetupStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuSystem Lights Power Light Problem Description Suggested ResolutionTab Function Guide Diagnostic LightsLight Problem Description Suggested Resolution Pattern Power buttonComputer. If the computer starts normally Reinstall the second moduleIf the problem persists, contact Dell It and restart the computerBeep Codes Code Cause Running the Dell IDE Hard Drive DiagnosticsWindows XP Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesWindows Creating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Before You Begin Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Enabling System RestoreBooting From the Operating System CD Reinstalling Windows XPWindows XP Setup When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next Drivers for Your Computer Using the Drivers and Utilities CDX6741bk0.book Page 30 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 155 PM Index IndexPower light Problems beep codes, 22 conflicts

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