Dell 2100/200, 2100/180 manual Responding to Error Messages

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Responding to Error Messages

If an error message appears on your monitor screen while the system is booting, make a note of the message. Then, before entering the System Setup program, refer to the chapter titled “Messages and Codes” in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for an explanation of the message and suggestions for correcting any errors. (An exception to this routine: It is normal to receive an error message the first time you boot your system after install- ing a memory upgrade. In that situation, you do not need to refer to the Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide— just follow the instructions in “Performing a Memory Upgrade” in Chapter 7 of this guide.)

If you are given the option of pressing either <F1> to continue or <F2> to run the System Setup program, press the <F2> key.

Using the System Setup Program

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Contents USER’S Guide Page Safety Instructions When Using Your Computer SystemErgonomic Computing Habits Page Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge When Working Inside Your ComputerPage About This Guide PrefaceWarranty and Return Policy Information Other Documents You May NeedNotational Conventions Example autoexec.bat and c\windows Typographical ConventionsPage Introduction System FeaturesDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Connecting External Devices Front PanelSupported Operating Systems Getting Help Preventing Unauthorized Access Inside the ComputerUsing the Dell Server Assistant CD Booting the CDCD Main Menu Choose Language Configure the SystemRun System Utilities Use Online ManualsCreate Windows NT Server 3.51 Diskettes Create Operating System Support DiskettesCreate NetWare 4.x Diskettes Create NetWare 3.12 DiskettesVideo Drivers Installing Video Drivers for Windows NTAsset Tag Utility Restart Windows NTUsing the Asset Tag Utility Asset Tag Command-Line OptionsAssigning and Deleting an Asset Tag Number Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing and Configuring Scsi Drivers Scsi Select Default SettingsSCSISelect Utility Basic Host Adapter Settings Boot Device SettingsDefault Scsi Controller Settings Advanced Host Adapter Settings Scsi Device SettingsStarting the SCSISelect Utility Using SCSISelect Menus Installation for Microsoft Win- dows NTUsing the Scsi Disk Utilities Installation OverviewPerforming a Windows NT 3.51 Installation Installing Windows NT 3.51 and the DriverPerforming a Windows NT 4.0 Installation Using Windows NT to Install or Update the DriverInstalling or Updating the Driver With Win- dows NT Removing a Host Adapter When you see the following message, click OK to exitSwapping a Host Adapter Restart your computerTroubleshooting for Windows NT Installation for Novell NetWareCalculating the Slot Number Installing EZ-SCSIPerforming a NetWare 4.x Installation Installing NetWare and the DriverLoad pathname aic7870.dsk options slot=x Performing a NetWare 3.12 InstallationUsing NetWare to Install or Update the Driver Using the load Command Line OptionsLoad Command Line Options Lunenable= Devenable=Tagdisable IocombineUsing Scsi Devices Sample load CommandBit Mask Options Load pathname aic7870 options slot=xUsing Removable Media Booting From a Scsi DeviceFiles Necessary to Set Up Booting From a Scsi Device Formatting MediaUsing NetWare-Tested and -Approved Drives Drive Status ItemsRead After Write Verify Options Using the NetWare Tape Backup Utility Setting Up a CD-ROM Drive With Net- Ware 3.12 orOptimizing Performance Non-Host-Adapter Specific Troubleshooting for NetWareHost-Adapter Specific OffDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide System Setup Screens Using the System Setup ProgramConfiguration Options and System Data Title BoxSystem Setup Keys HelpKey Functions Main Menu of the System Setup Program Entering the System Setup ProgramMain Menu Categories Boot Options Submenu Boot Options Submenu CategoriesNum Lock Service TagSpeaker MicroprocessorAdvanced Menu Categories Advanced Menu of the System Setup ProgramSerial Port Parallel ModeParallel Port Diskette ControllerSecurity Menu Categories Security Menu of the System Setup ProgramUser Password Is Supervisor Password IsSet Supervisor Password Set User PasswordVirus Check Reminder Exit Menu CategoriesUsing the Password Features Operating With a Supervisor Password Enabled Using Your Supervisor Password to Secure Your SystemDeleting or Changing an Existing Super- visor Password Using the User Password FeatureUsing Your User Password to Secure Your System Assigning a User PasswordDisabling a Forgotten Password Deleting or Changing an Existing User PasswordPassword Options Password OptionsResponding to Error Messages Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Using the Eisa Configuration Utility Configuring EISA, ISA, and PCI Expansion CardsSystem Board Options When to Run the Eisa Configu- ration Utility How to Run the Eisa Configura- tion UtilityStarting the Eisa Configuration Utility Making Selections in the Eisa Configu- ration UtilityUsing Online Instructions Configure Computer Learn About Configuring Your ComputerImportant Eisa Configuration Information Main MenuAdding an Expansion Card Add or Remove BoardsRepositioning an Expansion Card View or Edit DetailsDisplay the list of system board options as follows Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Eisa System Board Options Screen Example Advanced Menu Maintain System Configuration DisketteSet Date and Set Time Exit From This UtilityResolving Resource Conflicts Set Verification Mode MenuView Additional System Information Menu Maintain SCI Files MenuSystem Board Options Screen Modeling ModeHow Password Security Works Deleting an Existing Supervisor Password Assigning or Changing a Supervisor PasswordSelect the Supervisor Password category Type your new supervisor passwordDeleting an Existing User Password Assigning or Changing a User PasswordSelect the User Password category Type your new user passwordDisabling a Forgotten Password Safety First-For You and Your Computer Working Inside Your ComputerBefore You Begin System Orientation Removing the Computer CoverReplacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Front Bezel Removing the Front BezelInside Your Computer Unpacking Your Hardware OptionWorking Inside Your Computer Inside the Chassis-Front/Right Side View Inside the Chassis-Back/Left Side View Removing the System Board Assembly Removing and Replacing the System Board AssemblyPartially remove the system board assembly from the chassis Disconnect the following cables from the system boardReplacing the System Board Assembly Install the system board assembly in the chassisReconnect the cables to the system board Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide System Board Features Installing System Board OptionsExpansion Card Examples Expansion CardsExpansion Slots Installing an Expansion CardRemoving an Expansion Card Installing an Expansion CardDIMMs and Dimm Sockets Adding MemoryDimm Installation Guidelines Memory Upgrade KitsInstalling System Board Options Sample Dimm Configurations Performing a Memory UpgradeInstalling a Dimm Removing a Dimm Installing a Microprocessor UpgradeRemove the heat sink Remove the microprocessor chip from the socketUnpack the new microprocessor 10. Pin-1 Identification Install the microprocessor chip in the socket Fig- ureReplace the microprocessor securing clip 12. Installing the Heat SinkRemove the old battery Replacing the System BatteryInstall the new battery with the side labeled + fac- ing up Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing Drives in the External Bays Configuring a DriveJumpers External Drive Bay Hardware Removing and Replacing Front- Panel Inserts Removing and Replacing Plastic InsertsRemoving Metal Inserts Removing a Metal Insert Connecting the DriveDC Power Cables Installing Drives in the External BaysDiskette Drive Interface Cable Prepare the drive for installationVerify correct operation of your system Installing Scsi Drives in the External Bays10 -Pin to 50-Pin Adapter Configure the controller card if necessary11. Connecting an Optional Scsi Controller Card Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing Drives in the Internal Bays Scsi Configuration GuidelinesScsi ID Numbers Scsi Termination Jumper Locations Device TerminationScsi Cable Configuring the Boot DeviceScsi Cable for a PowerEdge 2100 System Unpack each Scsi drive, and prepare it for installation Installing Scsi Hard-Disk Drives in the Internal BaysReinstall the hard-disk drive cage in the chassis Figure Install the Scsi drives in the hard-disk drive cageAttach the Scsi cable to each Scsi drive Test the Scsi drivesTable A-1. Technical Specifications Technical SpecificationsDrives Power Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Jumpers-A General Explanation Hardware Configuration FeaturesFigure B-1. System Board Jumpers Table B-1. System Board Jumpers Cardbios VGA EisaTable B-2. Connectors and Sockets on the System Board Connectors and SocketsSerial and Parallel Ports Ports and ConnectorsFigure B-3. Pin Numbers for the Serial Port Connectors Serial Port ConnectorsParallel Port Connector Keyboard and Mouse ConnectorsTable B-3. Pin Assignments for the Serial Port Connectors Mouse Connector Keyboard ConnectorRED Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Backup Devices Scheduling BackupsRecovering Data Maintaining the SystemRecommended Tools and Accessories Cleaning System ComponentsCleaning the Computer, Monitor, and Keyboard Exteriors Cleaning DrivesEnvironmental Factors TemperatureHumidity AltitudeDust and Particles CorrosionElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference Power Source Interruptions MagnetismShock and Vibration Uninterruptible Power Supply Power Protection DevicesSurge Protectors Line ConditionersFCC Notices U.S. Only Regulatory NoticesClass a Class BIC Notice Canada Only EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic OnlyCE Notice Vcci Notices Japan Only Class 1 NoticeClass 2 Notice Korean Regulatory Notice Polish Center for Testing and Certification NoticeWymagania Polskiego Centrum Badañ i Certyfikacji Pozosta³e instrukcje bez pieczeñstwaRegulatory Notices D-141 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Limited Three-Year Warranty U.S. Only Warranties and Return PolicyCoverage During Year One Limited Three-Year Warranty Canada Only Coverage During Years Two and ThreeGeneral Warranties and Return Policy E-145 Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. and Canada Only Table F-1. Technical Specifications Drives Technical Specifications F-149 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Glossary BBS BiosBTU BZTCD-ROM CcftCGA CmosDIN DimmDIP DMAECC DTEECP EDOFCC FATGUI HMAIRQ IPXISA ITEMBR LUNMDA MGANMI NLMNtfs NvramPqfp PostPRN PVCRTC ROMScsi SdmsTSR TFTUMB UPSVDS VesaVGA Vram VlsiXMM XMS
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2100/180, 2100/200 specifications

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