Dell 760 manual PS/2 Serial Port Adapter

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card-edge connector

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4.If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.

5.If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening.

NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets keep dust and dirt out of your computer and maintains the airflow that cools your computer.

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

6.Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover), reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.

7.Uninstall the card's driver. See the documentation that came with the card for instructions.

8.If you removed a sound card:

a.Enter system setup, select System Configuration® Miscellaneous Devices, and change the Audio setting to Enabled (see Entering System Setup).

b.Connect external audio devices to the sound card's connectors. Do not connect external audio devices to the microphone, speaker/headphone, or line-in connectors on the back panel of the computer.

9.If you removed a network adapter card and want to turn on the integrated network adapter:

a.Enter system setup, select System Configuration® Integrated NIC, and change the setting to Enabled (see Entering System Setup).

b.Connect the network cable to the integrated the back panel of the computer.

PS/2 Serial Port Adapter

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.

Installing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter

1.Follow the procedures in Working on Your Computer.

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

3.Gently push the release tab on the card retention latch from the inside to pivot the latch open. The latch will remain in the open position.

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Contents Page LegacySelect Technology Control Advanced FeaturesManageability Active Management TechnologyAccessing iAMT setup IAMT FeaturesOut of Band Management Turning Off iAMTDell OpenManage Applications Alert Standard FormatDell Client Manager DCM Dell Client Manager DCM ConsolePhysical Security Option SettingsChassis Intrusion Detection Padlock Ring and Security Cable SlotTrusted Platform Module TPM Enabling the TPM FeatureSecurity Management Software Computer Tracking Software Power Management for Windows XP and Windows VistaAbout Smart Cards and Fingerprint Readers Hyperthreading and Multi-Core TechnologyPower Schemes Tab Power Options PropertiesAdvanced Tab Hibernate TabConfiguring Power Management Settings Sleep ModeOptions in Windows Vista Replacing the Battery BatteryBack to Contents Recommended Tools Working on Your ComputerBefore Working on Your Computer Turning Off Your ComputerAfter Working on Your Computer Desktop Computer About Your Computer Removing and Replacing PartsCards Installing a PCI CardPCI Cards Page Removing a PCI Card Removing a PCI Card From the Riser-Card Cage Page Installing a PCI Card in the Riser-Card Cage Page PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Installing a PS/2 Serial Port AdapterRemoving a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Installing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter in the Riser-Card Cage Removing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter From the Riser-Card Cage Back to Contents Processor Installing the ProcessorRemoving the Processor Back to Contents Page Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch Chassis Intrusion SwitchReplacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch Resetting the Chassis Intrusion DetectorSelect System Setup Connecting Drive Cables General Drive Installation GuidelinesData Interface Connectors Sata ConnectorConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Power Cable ConnectorsDrive Inserts Removing Drive InsertsReplacing Drive Inserts Optical DriveRemoving an Optical Drive Installing an Optical Drive Removing a Floppy Drive Floppy DriveInstalling a Floppy Drive Removing a Media Card Reader Media Card ReaderInstalling a Media Card Reader Page Hard Drive Installing a Hard DriveRemoving a Hard Drive Page Back to Contents System Fan Installing the System FanRemoving the System Fan Removing the Heat Sink Assembly Heat Sink AssemblyInstalling the Heat Sink Assembly Back to Contents Removing the I/O Panel PanelReplacing the I/O Panel Page Replacing the Power Supply Power SupplyDC Power Connector P1 DC Power ConnectorsPin Number Signal name 18-AWG Wire DC Power Connector P4 DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connector P5 and P6 Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG WireSpeakers Installing a SpeakerRemoving a Speaker Back to Contents Removing the Computer Cover DesktopInside View of Your Computer System Board Components Back to Contents Visit support.dell.com Contacting DellGlossary Docking device See APR Device driver See driverPage Page NIC See network adapter Module bay See media bayPage Video resolution See resolution Back to Contents DDR2 Memory Overview MemoryAddressing Memory Configurations Installing Memory Module sRemoving Memory Module s Mini Tower Computer Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card Page Removing a PCI or PCI Express Card PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Page Removing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Back to Contents Heat Sink and Processor Installing the Processor Back to Contents Chassis Intrusion Switch Back to Contents Drives Power cable Power input connector Installing a Hard Drive Page Adding a Second Hard Drive Floppy Drive Removing the Floppy Drive Installing the Floppy DriveRemoving the Media Card Reader Installing the Media Card Reader Optical Drive Installing an Optical Drive Back to Contents Panel Power Supply Pin Number Signal name AWG Wire DC Power Connector P7 DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P8, and P9Removing the Speaker Installing the SpeakerBack to Contents System Fan Page Inside Your Computer Mini Tower12VPOWER Back to Contents Mini-Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Replacing the Computer CoverUltra Small Form Factor Release knob Cards Page Removing a PCI Card PCI Express and DVI Cards Installing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI CardRemoving a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI Card Page PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Removing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Heat Sink and Processor Installing the Processor Page Back to Contents Chassis Intrusion Switch Select System Setup Serial ATA Sata Connector General Installation GuidelinesHard Drive Installing a Hard Drive Page Replacing a Hard Drive Fan Optical Drive Installing an Optical Drive Floppy Drive Installing a Floppy Drive Media Card Reader Installing a Media Card Reader Back to Contents System Fan Panel Back to Contents Power Supply DC Power Connectors DC Power Connector P6 DC Power Connectors P3Speakers Replace the computer cover Turn on power to the computer Small Form Factor Intspkr Fan connector Fancpu Small Form Factor Computer Removing the System Board System BoardMini Tower System Board Screws Small Form Factor System Board Screws Desktop System Board ScrewsUltra Small Form Factor System Board Screws Replacing the System BoardBack to Contents Entering System Setup System SetupSystem Setup Options System Setup ScreenInternal default Read Only DisableDisable Enable with PXE Enable with ImageSever Disable No bootOnboard/PEG Deactivate defaultQuiet SuggestedPower On Power Off defaultOn is set to disabled EnableChanging the Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Boot SequenceEnable F12 = Boot menu enabled by default Clear Log Mark all EntriesPassword Protection Booting to a USB DeviceChanging the Boot Sequence for Future Boots System PasswordAssigning a System Password Administrator PasswordTyping Your System Password Deleting or Changing an Existing System PasswordDisabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New Password Jumper SettingsAssigning an Administrator Password Deleting or Changing an Existing Administrator PasswordMini Tower Desktop Small Form Factor Ultra Small Form Factor Jumper Setting Description Clearing Forgotten PasswordsSet Client Dhcp to Static IP Clearing Cmos SettingsChange the Lookup Method to Static IP Back to Contents Power Lights TroubleshootingDiagnostic Lights ToolsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic Light Codes During PostBlinking Amber Steady AmberSteady Green Steady Power Supply Diagnostic LightBlinking Green System Messages Beep CodesCode Cause When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsFix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter Hardware TroubleshooterStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Option Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuBattery Problems Solving ProblemsDrive Problems Tab FunctionProblems writing to an optical drive Optical drive problemsHard drive problems Click Properties Tools Check NowIeee 1394 Device Problems Error MessagesClick Uninstall Click Start Control Panel Programs Programs and FeaturesLockups and Software Problems Keyboard ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingOther software problems Memory ProblemsProgram crashes repeatedly Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemNetwork Problems Mouse ProblemsClick Start Control Panel Mouse Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound MousePrinter Problems Power ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems Scanner ProblemsNo sound from speakers Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound PrinterNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsScreen is blank Screen is difficult to read 3D image quality is poor Dell Technical Update ServiceOnly part of the display is readable Click Start Control Panel Appearance and ThemesRemove the cover see Removing the Computer Cover Module BayPage Securing a Device in the Module Bay Back to Contents Attaching the Cable Cover Cable Cover OptionalRemoving the Cable Cover Heat Sink and Processor Installing the Processor Page Back to Contents Chassis Intrusion Switch Select System Setup Drives Removing the Hard Drive Page Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan Removing the Hard-Drive FanBack to Contents System Fans Installing the System FansRemoving the System Fans Back to Contents Removing the Power Button Power ButtonReplacing the Power Button Speakers Replace the computer cover Turn on power to the computer Ultra Small Form Factor System Board Components Dell Badge Ultra Small Form Factor Computer
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