Dell T8243, DHP manual Installing a CD/DVD Drive, Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation

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Installing a CD/DVD Drive

1Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation.

Check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. If you are installing an IDE drive, configure the drive for the cable select setting.

2Connect the power and CD/DVD drive cables to the drive.

data cable

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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 102 Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesReplacing the External Modem Connector 103105 106108 Contents What Are You Looking For? Find it Here Warranty information Finding InformationFinding Information Order status, warranty, and repair information Use the Service Tag toWhen you use UpdatesClick 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 Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkChanging the Display Settings Network adapter connector on computerSetting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the InternetNetwork Setup Wizard Click Checklist for creating a networkPlaying 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 How to Copy a CD or DVD Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Picture Copying CDs and DVDsRecordNow Using Blank CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+R, and DVD+RWHelpful Tips Click Exact CopyPower Management Standby ModeHibernate Mode Power Options PropertiesPower Schemes Tab Hyper-Threading Advanced TabHibernate Tab Click Hardware and click Device Manager Drive Problems Troubleshooting TipsBattery Problems Solving ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problemsError Messages Use these characters in filenamesMedia Card Reader Problems Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsKeyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Program crashes repeatedly Computer stops respondingProgram stops responding Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemMemory Problems Other software problemsMouse Problems Network Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersVideo and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Diagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionModules installed, remove Remove the card, reinstall it seeIf the problem still exists, install a Normally, reinstall an additionalInstalled on your computer If there is an error message on yourScreen identifying a problem with a Determine if a conflict exists byDell Diagnostics Main Menu Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Option FunctionWhat Is a Driver? DriversTab Function Manually Reinstalling Drivers Reinstalling DriversUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Windows XPUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesRestoring Your Operating System Creating a Restore Point Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateUndoing the Last System Restore Enabling System RestoreUsing Dell PC Restore by Symantec Troubleshooting Tools Recommended Tools Removing and Installing PartsBefore You Begin Turning Off Your ComputerRemoving and Installing Parts Front and Back View of the Computer Front ViewDiagnostic lights Blinking green The computer is in a power-saving stateBlinking or solid amber See Power Problems on CD/DVD drive ejectSee the safety instructions in the Product Back ViewExpress cards Attached Connector Line-in connectorLink integrity light Reliable operationRemoving the Computer Cover Security cable slot Cover release latch Computer cover Inside View of Your Computer Power Processor connector CPUPassword jumper PCI Express Sata connectorMemory DDR2 Memory OverviewAddressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Installing MemorySecuring clips Connector Notch Memory module Cutouts CrossbarCards Removing MemoryX16 card X1 card PCI Express Installing a PCI Express CardPCI Express Cards X16 card slotEdge connector Securing slot Card connector Securing tab Retention arm tabCard not fully seated Card fully Bracket SeatedRetention arm PCI Express card Edge connector Card connector Removing a PCI Express CardDrives CD/DVD drive Hard drivePower Cable Connector Connecting Drive CablesDrive Interface Connectors Serial ATA Connector Interface cable Interface connectorConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Hard DriveRemoving a Hard Drive Power cable Tabs Hard driveInstalling a Hard Drive Tabs Drive Drive bracketCD/DVD Drive Removing a CD/DVD DriveData cable Removing and Installing Parts CD/DVD drive Drive release latchInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Unpack the drive and prepare it for installationMedia Card Reader Removing a Media Card Reader Data cableInstalling a Media Card Reader Drive Drive bracket Screws Removing and Installing PartsData cable Removing and Installing Parts Floppy Drive Optional Removing a Floppy DriveFloppy drive Drive release latch Installing a Floppy Drive Drive Drive bracket ScrewsData cable edge connector Cable release tab Replacing the Modem Pull tab Removing and Installing PartsModem Screws Modem cableReplacing the External Modem Connector Battery ScrewReplacing the Battery Battery positive sideReplacing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts Specifications One PCI Express lane Connector Connector size Pins Computers Video Hole D-SUB connectorProcessor power ReaderAn explanation of the diagnostic light codes Controls and Lights Power control Push button Power lightProblems on Fixed-voltage power supply 110 V at 50/60 HzSystem Setup OverviewEntering System Setup System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options Normal or Combo mode100 101 Monday through FridayChanging Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Boot SequenceOption Settings 102Clearing Forgotten Passwords Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots103 Clearing Cmos Settings 104Mouse Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor 105CDs and DVDs Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only 106Class a Class B FCC Notices U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals 107Contacting Dell FCC Identification Information108 Argentina Buenos Aires 109Antigua and Barbuda Aruba110 111 Cayman IslandsChile Santiago 112 ColombiaCosta Rica 113 114 115 Ireland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.com 116India Italy Milan Website support.euro.dell.com117 Korea SeoulMacao 118Luxembourg Website support.euro.dell.com Malaysia Penang119 120 121 Taiwan 122Switzerland Geneva Website support.euro.dell.com ThailandBracknell Website support.euro.dell.com 123Turks and Caicos Islands UruguayVirgin Islands 124Business Venezuela125 IndexError messages ProblemsConnection, setting up Compatibility, 33 restore to previous operating 127USB

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