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DIMM — dual in-line memory module — A circuit board with memory chips that connects to a memory module on the system board.

DIN connector — A round, six-pin connector that conforms to DIN (Deutsche Industrie-Norm) standards; it is typically used to connect PS/2 keyboard or mouse cable connectors.

disk striping — A technique for spreading data over multiple disk drives. Disk striping can speed up operations that retrieve data from disk storage. Computers that use disk striping generally allow the user to select the data unit size or stripe width.

DMA — direct memory access — A channel that allows certain types of data transfer between RAM and a device to bypass the processor.

docking device — provides port replication, cable management, and security features to adapt your notebook to a desktop workspace.

DMTF — Distributed Management Task Force — A consortium of hardware and software companies who develop management standards for distributed desktop, network, enterprise, and Internet environments.

domain — A group of computers, programs, and devices on a network that are administered as a unit with common rules and procedures for use by a specific group of users. A user logs on to the domain to gain access to the resources.

DRAM — dynamic random-access memory — Memory that stores information in integrated circuits containing capacitors.

driver — Software that allows the operating system to control a device such as a printer. Many devices do not work properly if the correct driver is not installed in the computer.

DSL — Digital Subscriber Line — A technology that provides a constant, high-speed Internet connection through an analog telephone line.

dual-core — A technology in which two physical computational units exist inside a single processor package, thereby increasing computing efficiency and multi-tasking ability.

dual display mode — A display setting that allows you to use a second monitor as an extension of your display. Also referred to as extended display mode.

DVD-R — DVD recordable — A recordable version of a DVD. Data can be recorded only once onto a DVD-R. Once recorded, the data cannot be erased or written over.

DVD+RW — DVD rewritable — A rewritable version of a DVD. Data can be written to a DVD+RW disc, and then erased and written over (rewritten). (DVD+RW technology is different from DVD-RW technology.)

DVD+RW drive — drive that can read DVDs and most CD media and write to DVD+RW (rewritable DVDs) discs.

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Contents Dell Vostro W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mJuly DX333 Contents Power Options Properties Configuring for RAID Using the Intel MatrixConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionMedia Card Reader Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from headphones Contents Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsVideo and Monitor Problems Dell Diagnostics Main MenuIf the screen is difficult to read 100101 Replacing the Power Supply 152 Installing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink150 151189 207Contents What Are You Looking For? Find it Here Warranty information Your systemFinding Information Use the Service Tag to identify your Computer when you useEnter the Express Service Code to Direct your call when contactingUpdates appropriate for your ConfigurationEducation customers can also use Other Dell customersProblem Windows Vista, click Windows Vista Start buttonIcon Setting Up and Using Your Computer Front View of the ComputerCan contain an optional optical drive Optional CD/DVD ejectPower button Power light Light in the center of this button indicatesFor more information Perform an operating system shutdownBack View of the Computer Access to the inside of the computer. To use Allow you to secure the computer cover toChassis with a padlock to prevent unauthorized Padlock rings, insert a commercially availableBack Panel Connectors Extremely low bass extension. Systems not using Speakers in the surround sound setupConnector is on the card Speakers with integrated amplifiersInstalling Your Computer in an Enclosure Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer Connecting a USB PrinterPrinter Cable Page Playing CDs and DVDs Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the PictureDVD player includes the following basic buttons Copying CDs and DVDs Setting Up and Using Your Computer Media Type Read Write Rewritable YesMaybe Using a Media Card Reader Optional SecureDigital Card SD/ MultiMediaCard MMC Connecting Two Monitors Connecting Two Monitors With VGA ConnectorsConnecting a TV TV-OUT connectorMay not be present on your computer Optional DVI adapter Power Management Options in Windows XP Changing the Display SettingsStandby Mode Hibernate Mode Power Options Properties Power Management Options in Windows Vista Standby Mode Power Plan Properties Enabling SpeedStep Technology About RAID Configurations RAID Level 1 ConfigurationConfiguring Your Hard Drives for RAID Configuring for RAID Using the Intel Option ROM Utility Configuring for RAID Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager Setting Up and Using Your Computer Page Setting Up and Using Your Computer Transferring Information to a New Computer Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterNetwork Setup Wizard Network adapter connectorConnecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up and Using Your Computer Troubleshooting Tips Battery ProblemsFollow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer Solving ProblemsDrive Problems E C K T H E C a B L E C O N N E C T I O N SOptical drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problemsN T H E M O D E M D I a G N O S T I C S to O L Solving Problems Error Messages Do not use these characters in filenamesKeyboard Problems Lockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upComputer stops responding Program stops respondingSolid blue screen appears Windows XPOther software problems C K U P Y O U R F I L E S I M M E D I a T E L YMedia Card Reader Problems Memory Problems Run the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics onMouse Problems Network Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor Problems If the screen is blankIf the screen is difficult to read Power Lights Troubleshooting ToolsBeep Codes Code Description Suggested Remedy Repetitive Short Beeps System Messages Troubleshooting Tools Dell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Option FunctionOption Function What Is a Driver? DriversTab Function Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Identifying DriversTroubleshooting Tools Troubleshooting Tools Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows System Restore Using Dell PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore Troubleshooting Tools Troubleshooting Tools Using the Operating System Media Before you BeginTo reinstall Windows, you need the following items Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems Removing and Installing Parts Before You BeginRecommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerRemoving the Computer Cover 103Computer cover Optical drive Power supply Inside View of Your Computer105 Memory module Connector DIMM2 Connector DIMM3 Battery socketSystem Board Components 106107 Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments DC Power Connector P1 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23108 109 110 DC Power Connector P7 Pin Number Signal Name Memory111 +12 Vadc YellowMemory Installation Guidelines 112Installing Memory Memory connector DIMM1113 Cutouts Notch CrossbarCards Removing Memory115 PCI and PCI Express Cards 117 Card retention bracket118 Alignment bar Fully-seated card Not fully-seated card119 PCI Express x16 card Securing tabPCI Express x1 card slot PCI Express x16 card slot Alignment guide Filler bracket ScrewGuide notch To Off 121122 If you removed an add-in network connector BezelRemoving the Bezel To OnBezel grip Clamp insert Back of computerReplacing the Bezel Align and insert the bezel clamps in the bezel insert125 Clamp insert Back side of computerDrives 126Connecting Drive Cables Drive Interface ConnectorsPower cable Recommended Drive Cable ConnectionsConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Hard DrivesInterface cable Hard drive Power cable 129Screws Removing and Installing Parts Connector Drive bay 131System board Screws Removing and Installing Parts Second hard drive Power cable 133Optional System board Screws Floppy Drive 135 Removing and Installing Parts Connector Floppy drive 137Removing and Installing Parts 139 Drive panel insert optionalMedia Card Reader Data cable Power cable Media Card Reader140 141 Connector FlexBay slot Optical Drive 143144 145 System board Screw holes Screws Connector Optical drive bay Optical drive Data cable147 Screw holes 149 Battery Replacing the BatteryPower Supply Battery release lever151 Replacing the Power Supply 152Panel 153Removing the I/O Panel 154Panel clamp Screw Cables Installing the I/O Panel Processor Fan155 Removing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly Assembly156 Captive screwsInstalling the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly 157Processor Removing the Processor158 Installing the Processor 159Processor cover Socket Removing and Installing Parts 161 Chassis Fan Removing the Chassis Fan162 Replacing the Chassis Fan 163System Board Removing the System BoardInstalling the System Board System Board Screws165 Replacing the Computer Cover Move the computer to the upright position 167Computer cover tab Slot 168 Specifications 169Integrated network interface capable of 10/100 Communication170 171 172 173 System Setup Entering System SetupOverview 175 System Setup Options 176Off On On by default FIXED, Dvmt Dvmt by default177 Boot Sequence 179 Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing Cmos Settings 181Flashing the Bios Cleaning Your Computer182 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor Mouse183 Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only CDs and DVDsDefinition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals FCC Notice U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Class B186 Product name Dell Vostro Model numberCompany name Dell Inc One Dell WayContacting Dell 187188 Glossary Glossary190 191 192 193 194 195 196 197 198 199 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 Inside view, 105 stops responding IndexIndex 209 Problems battery, 59 beep codes 210211 Booting to devices Using Windows Device Driver Rollback 212 USBWizard, 68 reinstalling, 94 scanner, 77 System Restore 213214
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