Dell 4600 technical specifications Abbreviations and Acronyms

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Dell™ Dimension™ 4600 Series Service Manual

Before You Begin

Removing the Computer Cover

Technical Overview

Technical Specifications

Advanced Troubleshooting

System Setup

Removing and Installing Parts

Replacing the Computer Cover

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Tell Me How help file.

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August 2004

Rev. A02

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Diagnostic Lights Advanced TroubleshootingLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution System board Beep CodesCode Cause Message Possible Cause Corrective Action System MessagesReseat the memory modules Back to Contents Getting Started Before You BeginRecommended Tools Shutting Down Your ComputerRemove the computer cover Back to Contents Replacing the Computer Cover Removing the Computer Cover PCI Cards Removing and Installing PartsRemoving an AGP Card AGP CardReplace the computer cover Memory Installing an AGP CardDDR Memory Overview Memory Installation Guidelines Installing MemoryFront Panel Replacing the Front Panel Removing the Front PanelRemoving the Front-Panel Insert DrivesReplacing a Hard Drive Remove the front panelPage Remove the existing hard drive Adding or Replacing a Second Hard DriveReinstall the existing hard drive into the computer Release and remove the front panel Adding a Floppy DriveAdding a Second CD or DVD Drive Release and remove the front panel Removing the Microprocessor MicroprocessorPage Installing the Microprocessor Removing the Fan Assembly Fan AssemblyRemove the microprocessor heat sink Remove the fan assembly Replacing the Fan AssemblySystem Board Removing the System BoardInstalling the System Board Power SupplyRemoving the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply BatteryBattery Overview Reinstall the fan assemblyReplacing the Battery Technical Specifications Power Ports and ConnectorsVideo AudioEnvironmental Entering System Setup System SetupViewing Settings System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options AGP Aperture System Memory Channel ModeCPU Information CPU Speed Bus SpeedBoot Sequence Enter system setup Clearing Forgotten PasswordsRemove the computer cover Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components Technical OverviewOutput Voltage Minimum Current a Maximum Current A1 Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsDC Power Connector P2 DC Power Connector P1Pin Number Signal name AWG Wire Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG WireDC Power Connector P4 DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8 and P9DC Power Connector P7 Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG WireBack to Contents