Dell 4600 technical specifications Installing the System Board, Removing the Power Supply

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9.Lift the system board out from the computer.

10.Place the system board that you just removed next to the replacement system board.

Visually compare the replacement system board to the existing system board to ensure that you have the correct part.

Installing the System Board

1.Transfer components from the existing system board to the replacement system board: a. Remove the memory modules and install them on the replacement board.

CAUTION: The microprocessor package can get hot. To avoid burns, ensure that the package has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

b.Remove the microprocessor package from the existing system board and transfer it to the replacement system board.

2.Configure the settings of the replacement system board.

Set the jumpers on the replacement system board so that they are identical to the ones on the existing board.

3.Place the system board inside the computer frame, place the heat-sink base on the system board, and then replace the screws that you removed in step 8 of the preceding procedure.

4.Reinstall the fan assembly.

5.Reinstall the microprocessor heat sink, and then lower the heat-sink shroud.

6.Reattach the cables to the system board.

7.Reinstall any cards.

8.Replace the floppy drive.

9.Replace the computer cover.

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

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

Power Supply

Removing the Power Supply

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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 Before You Begin Getting StartedRecommended Tools Shutting Down Your ComputerRemove the computer cover Back to Contents Replacing the Computer Cover Removing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts PCI CardsRemoving an AGP Card AGP CardReplace the computer cover Installing an AGP Card MemoryMemory Installation Guidelines Installing Memory DDR Memory OverviewFront Panel Removing the Front Panel Replacing the Front PanelDrives Removing the Front-Panel InsertReplacing a Hard Drive Remove the front panelPage Adding or Replacing a Second Hard Drive Remove the existing hard driveReinstall the existing hard drive into the computer Adding a Floppy Drive Release and remove the front panelAdding a Second CD or DVD Drive Release and remove the front panel Microprocessor Removing the MicroprocessorPage Installing the Microprocessor Fan Assembly Removing the Fan AssemblyReplacing the Fan Assembly Remove the microprocessor heat sink Remove the fan assemblySystem Board Removing the System BoardInstalling the System Board Power SupplyRemoving the Power Supply Battery Replacing the Power SupplyBattery Overview Reinstall the fan assemblyReplacing the Battery Technical Specifications Ports and Connectors PowerVideo AudioEnvironmental System Setup Entering System SetupViewing Settings System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options System Memory Channel Mode AGP ApertureCPU Information CPU Speed Bus SpeedBoot Sequence Clearing Forgotten Passwords Enter system setupRemove the computer cover Technical Overview Inside View of Your Computer System Board ComponentsPower Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments Output Voltage Minimum Current a Maximum Current A1DC Power Connector P1 DC Power Connector P2Pin Number Signal name AWG Wire Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG WireDC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8 and P9 DC Power Connector P4DC Power Connector P7 Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG WireBack to Contents