Dell Dimension 2100 Memory, Remove the computer cover Rotate the power supply, Connector

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1Card connector

2Card

3System-board card connector

4Card mounting bracket and screw

To install a card:

1.Remove the computer cover.

2.Rotate the power supply.

3.Choose a system-board card connector for the card.

4.Unscrew and remove the metal filler bracket that covers the card-slot opening for the card slot you intend to use.

5.Insert the card firmly into the system-board card connector.

Align the cutout on the bottom of the card connector with the crossbar in the system-board card connector. Gently rock the card into the system-board card connector until it is fully seated.

6.When the card is firmly seated in the system-board card connector, secure the card-mounting bracket with the screw you removed in step 4. To remove a card:

1.Remove the computer cover.

2.Rotate the power supply.

3.Disconnect any cables connected to the card.

4.Remove the screw from the card-mounting bracket.

5.Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its system-board card connector.

6.If you are removing the card permanently, install a metal filler bracket over the empty card-slot opening in the computer.

NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer.

Memory

1Cutouts (2)

2Connector

3Memory module

4Notches (2)

5Securing clips (2)

To install a memory module:

1.Remove the computer cover.

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Contents Model MCM Dell Dimension 2100 System ReferenceBack to Contents Diagnostic CodesDiagnostic Codes Post Beep Codes System Messages Diagnostic Codes DefinitionPost Beep Codes System Beep Codes Possible CauseReseat the memory modules System Messages System MessagesOperating system cannot be located on drive a or drive C Click Device Manager Click the Device Manager tabBack to Contents Front Panel Controls and Lights Dell Dimension 2100 System ReferenceBack Panel Front Panel Back PanelConventions Dell Dimension 2100 System Reference Typographical ConventionsTypographical Conventions Printed Documentation Documentation Dell Dimension 2100 System ReferenceOnline Documentation Printed Documentation Online DocumentationBack to Contents Drivers Dell Dimension 2100 System Reference Using the Dell Dimension ResourceCD to Reinstall DriversYour Computer’s Drivers Back to Contents Overview Precautionary MeasuresRecommended Tools You have the recommended toolsRotating the Power Supply Rotate the power supply back into placeCover Remove the computer cover Upper 3.5-Inch Drive Inch Front Panel InsertInsert TabsInch Drive Lower 3.5-Inch Floppy DriveHard Drive Control Panel Power Supply and Fan AssemblyCards Remove the front coverRemove the computer cover Rotate the power supply ConnectorMemory Remove and replace the microprocessor chip from the socket Heat SinkMicroprocessor System Board BatteryReplace the computer cover, and start the computer Remove the computer cover Remove the power supplyBack to Contents Expansion Bus System InformationDrives PortsVideo Physical PowerEnvironmental Regulatory NoticesIRQ Assignments Default Dell-Installed Card PlacementIRQ Line System Resource Card SlotSystem Setup Program Dell Dimension 2100 System Reference Entering the System Setup ProgramMain Screen Advanced Screen Main Screen Menu Options FunctionAdvanced Screen Menu Options Function Displays the IDE Configuration submenu Interrupt Primary IDE Master SubmenuMode Base I/OEvent Log Configuration Submenu Diskette Configuration SubmenuDiskette Configuration Submenu Options Primary IDE Master Submenu OptionsEvent Log Configuration Submenu Options Video Configuration SubmenuVideo Configuration Submenu Option Function Security ScreenBoot Screen Boot Screen OptionsSecurity Screen Options Function Exit Screen Network DisabledFloppy Exit Screen OptionsClearing Nvram Enter the system setup programBack-Panel Features Technical Overview Dell Dimension 2100 System ReferenceSystem Board Connectors and Sockets Internal ViewPower Supply System Board Configuration JumperJumper Setting Jumper DescriptionDC Power Connector P1 DC Power Cables DC Power Connector Pin AssignmentsDC Voltage Ranges Voltage Range CurrentDC Power Connector P2 Control Panel Connector J9F2 Pin AssignmentsDC Power Connector P3 DC Power Connectors P4, P5, and P6Back to Contents