Dell DHP, T8243 manual Installing a Hard Drive, Tabs Drive Drive bracket

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Installing a Hard Drive

1Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation.

2Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.

NOTE: If your replacement hard drive does not have the plastic guide bracket attached, remove the bracket from the old drive by unsnapping it from the drive. Snap the bracket onto the new drive.

tabs (2)

drive

drive bracket

3Connect the power and hard-drive cables to the drive.

power cable

serial ATA data cable

4Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated.

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m February T8243 Contents Solving Problems Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Addressing Memory With 4-GB ConfigurationsResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 103 Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesReplacing the External Modem Connector 102105 106108 Contents What Are You Looking For? Find it Here Warranty information Finding InformationFinding Information Updates Use the Service Tag toWhen you use Order status, warranty, and repair informationClick the topic that describes your problem Click the arrow iconFollow the instructions on the screen Finding Information Setting Up a Printer Setting Up and Using Your ComputerPrinter Cable Using a Media Card Reader Optional Connecting a USB PrinterUSB connector on computer USB printer cable Connecting a TV Optional Network adapter connector on computer Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkChanging the Display Settings Connecting to a Network AdapterClick Checklist for creating a network Connecting to the InternetNetwork Setup Wizard Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionPlaying a CD or DVD Click Connect to the InternetIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Setting Up and Using Your Computer CD player includes the following basic buttons Copying CDs and DVDs Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Picture How to Copy a CD or DVDClick Exact Copy Using Blank CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+R, and DVD+RWHelpful Tips RecordNowStandby Mode Power ManagementHibernate Mode Power Options PropertiesPower Schemes Tab Hyper-Threading Advanced TabHibernate Tab Click Hardware and click Device Manager Solving 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 MessagesIeee 1394 Device Problems Media Card Reader ProblemsKeyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Computer stops respondingProgram stops responding Program crashes repeatedlyOther software problems Memory ProblemsMouse Problems Power Problems Network ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsVideo and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic LightsNormally, reinstall an additional Remove the card, reinstall it seeIf the problem still exists, install a Modules installed, removeDetermine if a conflict exists by If there is an error message on yourScreen identifying a problem with a Installed on your computerOption Function Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main MenuWhat Is a Driver? DriversTab Function Windows XP Reinstalling DriversUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Manually Reinstalling DriversUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesRestoring Your Operating System Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Creating a Restore PointUndoing the Last System Restore Enabling System RestoreUsing Dell PC Restore by Symantec Troubleshooting Tools Turning Off Your Computer Removing and Installing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsRemoving and Installing Parts Front View Front and Back View of the ComputerCD/DVD drive eject Blinking green The computer is in a power-saving stateBlinking or solid amber See Power Problems on Diagnostic lightsSee the safety instructions in the Product Back ViewExpress cards Reliable operation Connector Line-in connectorLink integrity light AttachedRemoving the Computer Cover Security cable slot Cover release latch Computer cover Inside View of Your Computer PCI Express Sata connector Processor connector CPUPassword jumper PowerDDR2 Memory Overview MemoryInstalling Memory Addressing Memory With 4-GB ConfigurationsNotch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing clips ConnectorRemoving Memory CardsX16 card slot Installing a PCI Express CardPCI Express Cards X16 card X1 card PCI ExpressRetention arm tab Edge connector Securing slot Card connector Securing tabSeated Card not fully seated Card fully BracketRemoving a PCI Express Card Retention arm PCI Express card Edge connector Card connectorCD/DVD drive Hard drive DrivesSerial ATA Connector Interface cable Interface connector Connecting Drive CablesDrive Interface Connectors Power Cable ConnectorConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Hard DriveRemoving a Hard Drive Tabs Hard drive Power cableTabs Drive Drive bracket Installing a Hard DriveRemoving a CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD DriveCD/DVD drive Drive release latch Data cable Removing and Installing PartsUnpack the drive and prepare it for installation Installing a CD/DVD DriveMedia Card Reader Data cable Removing a Media Card ReaderDrive Drive bracket Screws Removing and Installing Parts Installing a Media Card ReaderData cable Removing and Installing Parts Removing a Floppy Drive Floppy Drive OptionalFloppy drive Drive release latch Drive Drive bracket Screws Installing a Floppy DriveData cable edge connector Cable release tab Screws Modem cable Pull tab Removing and Installing PartsModem Replacing the ModemReplacing the External Modem Connector Screw BatteryBattery positive side Replacing the BatteryReplacing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts Specifications One PCI Express lane Connector Connector size Pins Reader Video Hole D-SUB connectorProcessor power ComputersFixed-voltage power supply 110 V at 50/60 Hz Controls and Lights Power control Push button Power lightProblems on An explanation of the diagnostic light codesOverview System SetupSystem Setup Screens Entering System SetupNormal or Combo mode System Setup Options100 Monday through Friday 101102 Boot SequenceOption Settings Changing Boot Sequence for the Current BootClearing Forgotten Passwords Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots103 104 Clearing Cmos Settings105 Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor Mouse106 Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only CDs and DVDs107 FCC Notices U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Class a Class BContacting Dell FCC Identification Information108 Aruba 109Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Buenos Aires110 111 Cayman IslandsChile Santiago 112 ColombiaCosta Rica 113 114 115 Italy Milan Website support.euro.dell.com 116India Ireland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.comKorea Seoul 117Malaysia Penang 118Luxembourg Website support.euro.dell.com Macao119 120 121 Thailand 122Switzerland Geneva Website support.euro.dell.com TaiwanUruguay 123Turks and Caicos Islands Bracknell Website support.euro.dell.comVenezuela 124Business Virgin IslandsIndex 125Error messages ProblemsConnection, setting up 127 Compatibility, 33 restore to previous operatingUSB

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