Dell 8200 Network Problems, Microsoft Windows Error Messages, General Program Problems

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Network Problems

Check the network cable connector — Ensure that the network cable connector is firmly connected to the connector on the computer and the network wall jack as shown on the START HERE sheet for your computer.

Check the network lights on the back of the computer — A green light indicates a 10 Mbps network connection, and an orange light indicates a 100 Mbps network connection. The light blinks amber when there is any network traffic. If the light is dark, try replacing the network cable.

Restart the computer — Try to log on to the network again.

Contact your network administrator — Verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.

Check for interrupt request conflicts — See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities."

Microsoft® Windows® Error Messages

x:\ is not accessible. The device is not ready — Insert a disk into the drive and try again.

A filename cannot contain any of the following characters: \ / : * ? " < > — Do not use these characters in filenames.

Not enough memory or resources. Close some programs and try again — You have too many programs open. Close all windows and open the program that you want to use. In some cases, you might have to restart your computer to restore computer resources. If so, try running the program that you want to use first.

The file being copied is too large for the destination drive — The file that you are trying to copy is too large to fit on the disk. Try copying the file to a blank disk or use a larger capacity disk.

A required .DLL file was not found — The program that you are trying to open is missing an essential file. To remove and then reinstall the program:

Windows XP

1.Click the Start button.

2.Click Control Panel.

3.Click Add or Remove Programs.

4.Select the program you want to remove.

5.Click the Change or Remove Program icon.

6.See the program documentation for installation instructions.

Windows Me and Windows 2000

1.Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.

2.Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.

3.Select the program that you want to remove.

4.Click Add/Remove (click Change/Remove in Windows 2000) and follow the prompts on the screen.

5.See the program documentation for installation instructions.

General Program Problems

A program crashes

See the software documentation — Many software manufacturers maintain websites with information that may help you to solve the problem.

A program stops responding

End the program

1.Simultaneously press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc>.

2.In Windows XP and Windows 2000, click Task Manager, click the Applications tab, and then select the program that is no longer responding. In Windows Me, just select the program that is no longer responding.

3.Click End Task.

A program error causes the computer to lock up

HINT: ScanDisk may run when you restart the computer. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Turn the computer off — If your computer locks up and you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then press the power button again to turn on the computer. You might lose data if you are unable to perform a Microsoft Windows shutdown.

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Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions Dell DimensionAbbreviations and Acronyms Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective Action Diagnostic CodesSystem Codes and Messages Beep Codes Possible Cause Corrective Action Post Beep CodesSystem Messages Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionPost Online Documentation DocumentationPrinted Documentation Downloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated FilesWhen Using Your Computer Safety InstructionsAdding Parts When Working Inside Your Computer Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargeShutting Down the Computer Reattaching the Front Door and Hinge ArmsReattaching the Hinge Arms Opening the Computer Cover Adding CardsOpen the computer cover Removing Cards Close the computer coverAdding Memory Rdram OverviewShut down the computer Replacing an AGP Card Adding a Second Hard Drive Adding Other Drives Inch Devices Inch Devices Replacing the Microprocessor Open the computer cover Installing the Microprocessor Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyRemoving the Front I/O Panel Dimension 8200 System Board Types Replacing the Power SupplyReplacing the System Board Removing the System Board Closing the Computer Cover Replacing the System BoardALERT! Cover was previously removed Accessing Help Files Solving ProblemsPower Problems Adjust the Windows display settings Start-Up Error MessagesVideo and Monitor Problems If the screen is blankIf you cannot print to a parallel port printer Sound and Speaker ProblemsPrinter Problems If you cannot print to a USB printerVerify that the modem is communicating with Windows Scanner ProblemsModem Problems Control Panel, double-clickPhone and Modem OptionsDrive Problems Mouse ProblemsKeyboard Problems Check the mouse settingsIf you cannot play a DVD movie If you have a hard drive problemUnder Error-checking, click Check Now If the CD-RW drive stops writingMicrosoft Windows Error Messages Network ProblemsGeneral Program Problems Mail Problems Internet Connection ProblemsResolving Other Technical Problems At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next Reinstalling DriversUsing the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Click PropertiesWindows Me Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesWindows Using System Restore Creating a Restore PointClick Create a restore point Reinstalling Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateReinstalling Windows Me Click Next in the Welcome to Windows Me window Reinstalling WindowsClick I accept the Agreement, and then click Next Press Enter again to restart your computer Technical Specifications Video PowerAudio2 Controls and LightsBack to Contents System Setup Program Screens System Setup ProgramViewing Settings OverviewOption Function Clearing Forgotten Passwords PXE BISInternal View System Board Connectors and Sockets Technical OverviewPower Supply Socketed MicroprocessorDC Power Connectors Pin Number Signal name 18-AWG WireDC Power Connector P7 DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9 Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG WireIDE Channel Connector Location Dell Installed Drive IDE Interface Cable Connections for Dell-Installed DrivesPlacement of Dell-Installed Cards Card Connector Card DescriptionControls and Lights Front ViewBack View Windows LabelSerial Connector Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms
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