Dell 2300C manual Computer to unexpectedly restart

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5USB 2.0 connectors (2) For quick connections, Dell recommends using the front USB connectors for USB devices such as digital cameras, gaming controllers, and scanners. Use the back-panel USB connectors for USB devices that are seldom disconnected, such as USB mouse and keyboard devices.

		NOTICE: This computer supports the use of a USB hub. However, do not
		connect two or more USB hubs to a USB connector. Doing so may cause the
		computer to unexpectedly restart.
		HINT: If you attach a USB device that was not included in your original
		computer order, you may need to install a specific driver to make the device work.
		Check the documentation that came with the device or contact the USB device
		manufacturer for more information.

6	headphone connector	Use the headphone connector to attach headphones and most speakers for listening to
		all sounds from your computer, including your CD player and computer sounds such as
		beeps.

7	hard-drive light	The hard-drive light is on when the computer reads data from or writes data to the
		hard drive. The light might also be on when devices such as your CD player are
		operating.

8	power button	Press this button to turn on the computer.
		NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not use the power button to turn off the
		computer. Instead, perform a Windows shutdown.

9	front door	Open the door to use the front-panel connectors.

HINT: The front door is removable; if you remove it or accidentally knock it off its hinges, it snaps back in place. For instructions on how to reattach the door, see page 73.

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Contents Dell Dimension 2300C Abbreviations and Acronyms Hints, Notices, and CautionsContents Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Solving ProblemsFront and Back View of the Computer Diagnostic LightsUsing System Restore If the screen is difficult to readAppendix General W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m When Using Your Computer When Working Inside Your Computer Ergonomic Computing Habits Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargeBattery Disposal What Are You Looking For? Find it Here Finding Information for Your ComputerP r e s s S e r v i c e code a n d P r o d u c t Ke y T u p D i a g r a m Finding Information for Your Computer Setting Up and Using Your Computer Connecting the AC Adapter Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand Setting Up and Using Your Computer Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a Parallel Printer Connecting a USB Printer Connecting an Ieee 1394 Device Optional Transferring Information to a New Computer Ieee 1394 connector Ieee 1394 cableNetwork Setup Wizard Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the InternetCopying CDs Click Set up or change your Internet connectionUsing Easy CD Creator Basic Helpful Tips Using Blank CD-R Discs or Blank CD-RW DiscsSupport.roxio.com How to Copy a CDClick Turn off Turning Off the ComputerSetting Up and Using Your Computer Solving Problems See Finding SolutionsSolving Problems Finding Help Information Battery ProblemsProblems writing to a CD-RW drive Drive ProblemsCD drive problems Hard drive problems DVD drive problemsClick Phone and Modem Options Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsClick the Start button, and then click Control Panel Click the Change or Remove Program icon Error MessagesProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system General ProblemsProgram stops responding Program crashes repeatedlySolid blue screen appears Other software problemsGeneral hardware problems Other technical problemsKeyboard Problems Ieee 1394 ProblemsMouse Problems CH E C K T H E M O U S E C a B L E Lightlight Network ProblemsPower Problems PC Card ProblemsSolving Problems Printer Problems Click Control Panel Click Printers and Other Hardware Scanner ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems If the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective Action Diagnostic LightsY Y Identifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling DriversUsing the Dell Dimension ResourceCD Using System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Creating a Restore PointResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Undoing the Last System RestoreReinstalling Windows XP Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPBefore You Reinstall Preparing to Boot From the Operating System CD Completing the GUI Setup Completing the Operating System Setup Adding Parts Front View Front and Back View of the ComputerComputer to unexpectedly restart Back View Reattaching the Front Door Opening the Computer Cover Release buttons One on each side Back of computer Cable security tabCard slots Looking Inside Your ComputerCD or DVD drive Hard drive System board System Board PC Card Types Installing a PC CardAdding PC Cards Optional Press the eject button, and gently remove the card Removing a PC CardAdding Other Cards Adding Parts Adding Memory To microprocessor Closing the Computer Cover P e n d i Expansion Bus SpecificationsMicroprocessor System InformationDrives Ports and ConnectorsMemory Controls and Lights PowerAudio Environmental PhysicalStandard Settings System Setup Program Screens Viewing SettingsClearing Forgotten Passwords Replacing the Battery Dell Technical Support Policy BatteryJapan Kawasaki Website support.jp.dell.com Contacting DellRegulatory Information D ex Index Index 100