Dell E310, 3100 specifications Removing a Floppy Drive

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7.Connect the data cable to the drive and to the system board.

8.Check all connectors to ensure that they are properly cabled and firmly seated.

9.Replace the computer cover.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug the cable into the computer.

10.Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

Floppy Drive

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

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

NOTE: If you are adding a floppy drive, see "Installing a Floppy Drive."

Removing a Floppy Drive

1.Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin."

2.Remove the drive panel.

1power cable

2data cable

3.Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the floppy drive.

4.Grasp the sliding plate lever and push it towards the base of the computer; then, hold it in place while you slide the drive from the computer.

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Front View of Computer About Your Dell Dimension 3100/E310 ComputerBack to Contents Front View of Computer Back View of ComputerBack View of Computer LightsPage When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Advanced TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveSystem Lights Dell Diagnostics Main MenuPower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution Option FunctionComponents Diagnostic LightsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Code Cause Beep CodesConnection see System Board Components Back to Contents Recommended Tools Before You BeginGetting Started Turning Off Your ComputerOpen the computer cover Back to Contents Replacing the Computer Cover Removing the Computer Cover Memory Removing and Installing PartsInstalling Memory DDR2 Memory OverviewReplace the computer cover Cards Removing MemoryPage Removing an Expansion Card Removing the Drive-Panel Insert Drive PanelsRemoving the Drive Panel Replacing the FlexBay or Optical Drive-Panel Insert Removing the Optical Drive-Panel InsertDrives Replacing the Drive PanelIDE Drive Addressing Connecting Drive CablesDrive Interface Connectors Hard Drive Power Cable ConnectorConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Removing a Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Adding a Second Hard Drive optional Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy DriveInstalling a Floppy Drive Media Card Reader Removing a Media Card ReaderReplace the computer cover Installing a Media Card Reader CD/DVD Drive Removing a CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Processor Removing the ProcessorInstalling the Processor Page System Board Removing the System BoardReplacing the System Board Power SupplyRemoving the Power Supply Replacing the Battery BatteryReplacing the Power Supply Locate the battery socket Specifications Drives ConnectorsPower Controls and LightsPhysical EnvironmentalSystem Setup Options System SetupEntering System Setup Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing Cmos SettingsSystem Board as Off, USB, Internal, or Read OnlyBoot Sequence Through FridayOpen the computer cover Clearing Forgotten PasswordsEnter system setup Clearing Cmos Settings System Board Components Technical OverviewInside View of Your Computer Jumper Settings Jumper Setting DescriptionPin Number Signal Name Color Wire Gauge Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsDC Power Connector P1 DC Power Connector P7 DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connect P3 and P5 DC Power Connectors P8 and P9Black +5 VDC Red
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