Dell 4300s technical specifications Replacing the AGP Card

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a.Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.

b.Grasp the module and pull up.

If the module is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from the connector.

7.To insert a module, press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.

8.Align the notches on the bottom of the module with the crossbars in the connector.

NOTICE: To avoid breaking the memory module, do not press near the middle of the module.

9.Insert the module straight down into the connector, ensuring that it fits into the vertical guides at each end of the connector. Press firmly on the ends of the module until it snaps into place.

If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module.

10.Close the computer cover.

11.Attach the computer stand (optional).

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

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

13.Right-click the My Computer icon and then click Properties.

14.Click the General tab.

15.To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed.

Replacing the AGP Card

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Safety Instructions."

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

1.Shut down the computer.

2.Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

3.Disconnect the computer power cable from the wall outlet, and then press the power button to ground the system board.

4.Remove the computer stand, if it is attached.

5.Open the computer cover.

6.Remove the filler bracket by raising the hinged lever and sliding the bracket up.

Press the tab on the hinged lever with your thumb until you release the tab. Continue holding the lever and pull the lever up.

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Contents Dell Dimension 4300S Hints, Notices, and CautionsAbbreviations and Acronyms Diagnostic Codes Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective ActionSystem Codes and Messages Post Beep Codes System MessagesBeep Codes Possible Cause Corrective Action Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionPost Documentation Printed DocumentationOnline Documentation Downloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated FilesSafety Instructions When Using Your ComputerWhen Working Inside Your Computer Adding PartsShutting Down the Computer Attaching and Removing the Computer StandProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Microsoft Windows XPOpening the Computer Cover Shut down the computerLooking Inside Your Computer Adding or Removing Cards Shut down the computer Adding Memory Close the computer cover Attach the computer stand optionalReplacing the AGP Card Front Panel Inserts Hard Drive Page Floppy Drive Page Inch Drive Page Replacing the Microprocessor Page Replacing the System Board Removing the System BoardClosing the Computer Cover Replacing the System BoardBack to Contents Solving Problems Accessing Help FilesPower Problems Start-Up Error MessagesVideo and Monitor Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsAdjust the Windows display settings If the screen is blankPrinter Problems Reinstall the Sound audio driver- See Reinstalling DriversIf you cannot print to a parallel port printer If you cannot print to a USB printerScanner Problems Modem ProblemsMouse Problems Verify that the modem is communicating with WindowsKeyboard Problems Drive ProblemsCheck the mouse settings If you cannot save a file to a floppy diskNetwork Problems Microsoft Windows Error MessagesIf you have a hard drive problem If the CD-RW drive stops writingGeneral Program Problems Internet Connection ProblemsMail Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems Reinstalling DriversDouble-click the Phone and Modems Options icon At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click NextUsing the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesWindows XP Using System Restore Creating a Restore PointClick Performance and Maintenance Click the System Restore tabReinstalling Windows XP Undoing the Last System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Reinstalling Windows Back to Contents Technical Specifications Power Audio3Video Controls and LightsBack to Contents System Setup Program Viewing SettingsSystem Setup Program Screens OverviewOption Function Clearing Forgotten Passwords PXE BISInternal View System Board Connectors and Sockets Technical OverviewPower Supply Socketed MicroprocessorDC Power Connectors Pin Number Signal name 18-AWG WireDC Power Connector P6 DC Power Connectors P2, P3, and P4DC Power Connector P5 Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG WirePage Controls and Lights Computer StandFront View Headphone Connector Back ViewSerial Connector

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