Dell E520 service manual Clearing Cmos Settings, Flashing the Bios

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System Setup: Dell Dimension E520 Service Manual

11. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer. 12. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.

Clearing CMOS Settings

CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

1.Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer.

2.Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).

3.Reset the current CMOS settings:

a. Locate the 2-pin CMOS jumper (CLRCMOS) on the system board (see System Board Components).

NOTE: When you receive your computer, there is no jumper plug on the CMOS jumper.

b.Remove the jumper plug from the password jumper (CLRPSWD) pins 1 and 2.

c.Place the jumper plug on the CMOS jumper (CLRCMOS) pins 1 and 2 and wait approximately five seconds.

d.Remove the jumper plug and replace it on the password jumper (CLRPSWD) pins 1 and 2.

4.Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

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

5. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.

Flashing the BIOS

The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board.

1.Turn on the computer.

2.Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at support.dell.com.

3.Click Download Now to download the file.

4.If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this Agreement.

The File Download window appears.

5.Click Save this program to disk, and then click OK.

The Save In window appears.

6. Click the down arrow to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save.

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Contents Model Dcta July 2006 Rev. A00 Recommended Tools Getting StartedTurning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerBack to Contents Front View of the Computer About Your ComputerBack View of the Computer Back Panel Connectors Has been securely attached VGA connector System Board Components Inside View of Your ComputerClrpswd Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsPin Number Signal Name Color Wire Gauge DC Power Connector P1DC Power Connector P2 DC Power Connect P3, P5, P8, and P9Pin Number Signal Name AWG Wire DC Power Connector P10 DC Power Connector P7Processor MemoryComputer Information Audio VideoExpansion Bus DrivesConnectors PowerControls and Lights Environmental PhysicalPower Lights Advanced TroubleshootingProblem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic LightsCode Cause Beep CodesMessage System MessagesPossible Cause Corrective ActionStarting the Dell Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsDell Diagnostics Main Menu Option FunctionTab Function Reinstalling Drivers What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying DriversClick Roll Back Driver Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesClick Start, then click Help and Support Entering System Setup System Setup ScreensOverview System System Setup OptionsOnboard Devices Option Settings Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Changing Boot Sequence for the Current BootClearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing Cmos Settings Flashing the BiosClick Save this program to disk, and then click OK Back to Contents Removing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing PartsInside View of Your Computer System Board Components Usbback DDR2 Memory Overview MemoryInstalling Memory Addressing Memory With 4-GB ConfigurationsRemoving Memory PCI Cards CardsRelease tab Bracket caught outside of slot Removing a PCI Card PCI Express Cards Installing a PCI Express CardPage Page Removing a PCI Express Card Removing the Drive Panel Drive PanelRemoving the Drive-Panel Insert Installing the Drive-Panel InsertDrives Installing the Drive PanelDrive Interface Connectors Connecting Drive CablesRemoving a Hard Drive Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Drive Adding a Second Hard Drive Removing a Floppy Drive Floppy DriveInstalling a Floppy Drive Shoulder screws Removing a Media Card Reader Media Card ReaderInstalling a Media Card Reader Reader Media Card Reader Screws Removing a CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Screws Replacing the Battery BatteryRemoving the Power Supply Power SupplyProcessor Installing the Power SupplyRemoving the Processor Processor socket Installing the Processor Panel Removing the I/O Panel Panel ComponentsInstalling the I/O Panel Processor FanRemoving the Processor Fan Page Installing the Processor Fan System BoardRemoving the System Board Installing the System Board Replacing the Computer Cover
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