Dell Dimension B 110, 1100 manual Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only, CDs and DVDs

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Clean your floppy drive using a commercially available cleaning kit. These kits contain pretreated floppy disks to remove contaminants that accumulate during normal operation.

CDs and DVDs

NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions that come with the compressed air. Never touch the lens in the drive.

If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the playback quality of your CDs or DVDs, try cleaning the discs.

1Hold the disc by its outer edge. You can also touch the inside edge of the center hole.

NOTICE: To prevent damaging the surface, do not wipe in a circular motion around the disc.

2With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from the center to the outer edge of the disc.

For stubborn dirt, try using water or a diluted solution of water and mild soap. You can also purchase commercial products that clean discs and provide some protection from dust, fingerprints, and scratches. Cleaning products for CDs are safe to use on DVDs.

Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)

Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the computer and all Dell-installed hardware. In addition to this technician- assisted technical support, online technical support is available at support.dell.com. Additional technical support options may be available for purchase.

Dell provides limited technical support for the computer and any "Dell-installed" software and peripherals1. Support for third-party software and peripherals is provided by the original manufacturer, including those purchased and/or installed through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2.

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Repair services are provided pursuant to the terms and conditions of your limited warranty and any optional support ser- vice contract purchased with the computer.

All Dell-standard components included in a Custom Factory Integration (CFI) project are covered by the standard Dell lim- ited warranty for your computer. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover all nonstandard, third- party hardware components integrated through CFI for the duration of the computer’s service contract.

Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals

Dell-installed software includes the operating system and some of the software programs that are installed on the computer during the manufacturing process (Microsoft® Office, Norton Antivirus, and so on).

Dell-installed peripherals include any internal expansion cards, or Dell-branded module bay or PC Card accessories. In addition, any Dell-branded monitors, keyboards, mice, speakers, microphones for telephonic modems, docking stations/port replicators, networking products, and all associated cabling are included.

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Contents Network adapter connector Service tag Floppy drive light Power light Power buttonW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Advanced Troubleshooting Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreAppendix Finding Information What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationFinding Information Order status, warranty, and repair information Use the Service Tag toWhen you use Service Code to directPrinter Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Setting Up and Using Your ComputerUSB connector on computer Connecting a Parallel PrinterConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkNetwork Setup Wizard Connecting to the InternetClick Checklist for creating a network Click Connect to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Playing CDs and DVDs DVD player includes the following basic buttons Adjusting the Volume800 by 600 pixels Adjusting the PictureHow to Copy a CD or DVD Copying CDs and DVDsHelpful Tips Using Blank CDs and DVDsMedia Type Read Write Rewritable Click Hardware and click Device Manager Hyper-ThreadingSolving Problems Troubleshooting TipsBattery Problems Drive ProblemsProblems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive CD and DVD drive problemsHard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsUse these characters in filenames Error MessagesProduct Information Guide Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsComputer stops responding Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upSolid blue screen appears Program stops respondingProgram crashes repeatedly Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemOther software problems Memory ProblemsMouse Problems Power Problems Network ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic LightsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution If the problem persists, contact Dell seeIf the problem persists or Problem Description Suggested ResolutionRemove the card, reinstall it see If the problem still exists, install aEnsure that the cables are properly Determine if a conflict exists byRestarting the computer see SeeDell Diagnostics Main Menu Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Tab Function Identifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers DriversManually Reinstalling Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackRestoring Your Operating System Creating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecEnabling System Restore Removing Dell PC Restore Dell Operating System CD Using the Operating System CDReinstalling Windows XP Before You BeginResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Turning Off Your Computer Removing and Installing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBefore Working Inside Your Computer Front View Front and Back View of the ComputerBack View Cable from your monitor into the blue connector Modem connectorComputer cover Cover latch Back of computer Removing the Computer CoverInside View of Your Computer CD/DVD audio connector J9C1 Floppy drive connector IDE drive connector CD/DVD driveConnector J6J1 J7J2 Main power connector J3J1 Internal speaker LS9J1 Password jumperMemory Memory Installation GuidelinesDDR Memory Overview Installing Memory Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing clips ConnectorCards Installing a PCI CardPCI Cards Card Card cutout Securing screw Filler bracketNot fully seated card Fully seated card Bracket Removing a PCI CardFront Panel Side hinges Front panel Top tab Removing the Front PanelTabs Insert Removing the Front-Panel InsertReattaching the Front Panel DrivesSide hinges Front panel Power Cable Connector General Installation GuidelinesConnecting Drive Cables Drive Interface ConnectorsHard Drive Power cable Data cableRemoving a Hard Drive Small bracket tabs Drive bracket Drive bracketInstalling a Hard Drive Floppy Drive Power cable Data cable Removing and Installing PartsRemoving a Floppy Drive Top bracket screw Drive bracket Floppy drive Installing a Floppy DrivePower cable Data cable CD/DVD Drive Data cable Power cableRemoving a CD/DVD Drive Installing a CD/DVD Drive Drive Alignment screws Adding a Second CD or DVD DriveDrive Securing screw Battery Replacing the Computer Cover Battery Battery socket TabRemoving and Installing Parts Specifications Audio Connectors Three Connector size PinsConnectors VideoWattage Connectors PS/2 keyboard and mousePower Information Backup batteryOverview System SetupSystem Setup Screens Entering System SetupSystem System Setup OptionsCOM3 Mode settingSystem Password option To Off, AT, PS/2, EPP, or ECPRemotely from Suspend Up from Hibernate or OffDisk Option Settings Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Forgotten Passwords Floppy Drive Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor MouseDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsCDs and DVDs Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Notices U.S. OnlyClass a Class B FCC Identification Information Contacting DellAustralia Sydney Antigua and BarbudaArgentina Buenos Aires ArubaBermuda BahamasBarbados Belgium BrusselsChile Santiago Cayman IslandsCosta Rica ColombiaEcuador Denmark Copenhagen Website support.euro.dell.comDominica Dominican RepublicHome and Small Business France Paris Montpellier Website support.euro.dell.comCorporate Guatemala 100Greece Website support.euro.dell.com GrenadaIndia 101Ireland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.com Jamaica 102Korea Seoul 103Malaysia Penang 104Luxembourg Website support.euro.dell.com Macao105 106 107 Thailand 108Switzerland Geneva Website support.euro.dell.com TaiwanUruguay 109Turks and Caicos Islands Bracknell Website support.euro.dell.comVenezuela 110Business Virgin IslandsIndex 111112 113 Problems network, 28 power114 USB
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