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decrease the numbers, or type numbers in both the date and time fields.

Low Power

When Low Power Mode is selected, remote wakeup events will no longer power up the computer from Hibernate or Off via the onboard

Mode

network controller.

(On

 

 

default)

 

 

 

 

 

Remote

This option allows the system to power up when a Network Interface Controller or Remote Wakeup-capable modem receives a wake up signal.

Wake-Up

 

 

 

On is the default setting. On w/ Boot to NIC will allow the computer to attempt to boot from a network prior to using the boot sequence.

(Off

 

 

default)

 

 

 

NOTE: Normally, the system can be powered up remotely from suspend mode, hibernate mode, or when powered off. When Low Power Mode

 

(in the Power Management menu) is enabled, the system can only be powered up remotely from Suspend.

 

 

 

Suspend

Sets the computer's suspend mode. The options are S1, a suspend state in which the computer is running in a low-power mode, and S3, a

Mode

suspend state in which the power is reduced or turned off for many components, however, system memory remains active.

(S3

 

 

default)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintenance

 

 

 

 

 

Service Tag

 

Displays the service tag for your computer.

 

 

 

ASF Mode

 

This setting controls the ASF functionality. On enables full ASF functionality, Alert Only sends ASF messages on the event or error, and Off

 

 

disables all ASF functionality.

(On

 

 

default)

 

 

Load

 

Restores system setup options to their factory defaults.

Defaults

 

 

 

 

 

Event Log

 

Allows you to view the Event Log. Entries are marked R for Read and U for Unread. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to the left of all the

 

 

entries. Clear Log clears the Event Log.

 

 

POST Behavior

 

 

Fastboot

When enabled, this feature reduces computer startup time by bypassing some compatibility steps. Off does not skip any steps during computer

 

startup. On starts the system more quickly.

(On

 

 

default)

 

 

 

 

Numlock

Determines the functionality of the numeric keys on the right side of your keyboard. Off commands the right keypad keys to function as arrows.

Key

On commands the right keypad keys to function as numbers.

(On

 

 

default)

 

 

 

 

POST

Determines whether the sign-on screen displays a message stating the keystroke sequence that is required to enter the Setup program or the

Hotkeys

Quickboot feature. Setup & Boot Menu displays both messages (F2=Setup and F12=Boot Menu). Setup displays the setup message only

 

(F2=Setup). Boot Menu displays the Quickboot message only (F12=Boot Menu). None displays no message.

Keyboard

When set to Report (enabled) and an error is detected during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and prompt you to press <F1> to

Errors

continue or press <F2> to enter system setup.

 

When set to Do Not Report (disabled) and an error is detected during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting the

 

system.

 

 

 

NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To ensure that a device is bootable, check the device documentation.

Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot

You can use this feature, for example, to restart your computer to a USB device, such as a floppy drive, memory key, or CD-RW drive.

NOTE: If you are booting to a USB floppy drive, you must first set Diskette Drive to Off in system setup (see System Setup).

1.If you are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB connector (see Front View for mini tower computers, or Front View for desktop computers).

2.Turn on (or restart) your computer.

3.When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press <F12>.

If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer) and try again.

4.Use the arrow keys to select Continue.

The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all available boot devices.

5.Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate device (for the current boot only).

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Contents Dell OptiPlex 740 Users Guide LegacySelect Technology Control Advanced FeaturesManageability Password Protection SecurityTyping Your System Password Option SettingsAssigning a System Password If Password Status is set to LockedAssigning an Administrator Password Administrator PasswordDeleting or Changing an Existing System Password Deleting or Changing an Existing Administrator PasswordEnabling the TPM Feature System SetupDisabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New Password Trusted Platform Module TPMSystem Setup Options Entering System SetupSystem Setup Screen Desktop, and Sata 0 and SATA1 for the small form factor ATA64MB Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot MaintenanceMemory Key Booting to a USB DeviceJumper Settings Floppy DriveClearing Forgotten Passwords Jumper Setting DescriptionPower Management Clearing Cmos SettingsHyperTransport and Dual-Core Technology Sleep Mode Wake-Up Methods Windows XP About RAID ConfigurationsRAID Level 0 Configuration Verifying That RAID Is WorkingUsing the Nvidia MediaShield ROM Utility RAID Level 1 ConfigurationConfiguring Your Hard Drives for RAID Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled ModeCreating a RAID Array Using Nvidia MediaShieldClick Create under System Tasks Clearing System Data window appears Deleting a RAID ArrayFree Disk Selection window appears Click Convert Array in the System Tasks paneEnabling Cool n Quiet Technology Rebuilding a RAID ConfigurationNvidia Convert Array Wizard appears Battery Replacing the BatteryBack to Contents Turning Off Your Computer Before You BeginRecommended Tools Before Working Inside Your ComputerBack to Contents Mouse Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor Floppy DriveCDs and DVDs About Your Desktop Computer Desktop ComputerFront View Back-Panel Connectors Back ViewInside Your Computer System Board Components Back to Contents PCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Installing a PCI CardPCI Cards Removing a PCI Card Installing a PCI Card in the Riser-Card Cage Page Removing a PCI Card From the Riser-Card Cage Page Installing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI-Card PCI Express and DVI CardsPage Removing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI-Card Installing a PCI Express Card in the Riser-Card Cage Page Page Removing a PCI Express Card From the Riser-Card Cage Installing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter PS/2 Serial Port AdaptersRemoving a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Installing a Serial Port Adapter in the Riser-Card Cage Removing a Serial Port Adapter From the Riser-Card Cage Processor Removing the ProcessorInstalling the Processor Back to Contents Page Drive Interface Connectors General Installation GuidelinesConnecting Drive Cables Power Cable ConnectorsOptical Drive Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesSerial ATA Power Connector Removing an Optical DriveInstalling an Optical Drive Installing a Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy DriveMedia Card Reader Removing the Media Card ReaderInstalling the Media Card Reader Hard Drive Removing the Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Removing and Replacing a Second Hard Drive Page Back to Contents About Your Computer Removing and Replacing Parts Desktop ComputerRemoving the I/O Panel PanelReplacing the I/O Panel Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyDC Power Connectors Pin Number Signal name AWG WireDC Power Connector P2 Back to Contents Removing the Computer Cover Memory Desktop Computer Model # Dcne SpecificationsMicroprocessor Computer InformationAudio ConnectorsVideo ControllersKey Combinations PowerControls and Lights Physical EnvironmentalSpeaker Installing a SpeakerRemoving a Speaker FCC Regulatory Model U.S. Only Finding Information Find It HereDell Support Website support.dell.com Click Select ModelDell Support Then click Welcome CenterObtaining Assistance Online ServicesGetting Help Ftp.dell.comAutomated Order-Status Service Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Support ServiceContacting Dell Before You CallVisit support.dell.com Glossary Device driver See driver Docking device See APRPage Page Module bay See media bay NIC See network adapterPage Video resolution See resolution Back to Contents DDR2 Memory Overview MemoryMini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Matched Pairs Removing Memory Installing Memory Back to Contents PCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PCI Card Page Installing a PCI Express x1 Card PCI Express CardsPage Installing PCI Express x16 Cards and DVI-Cards Removing a PCI Express x1 CardPage Removing PCI Express x16 Cards and DVI-Cards PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Back to Contents Processor Installing the Processor Page Back to Contents Interface cable connector Interface connector Removing a Hard Drive Installing a Hard Drive Page Adding a Second Hard Drive Drive-Panel Inserts Page Installing the Floppy Drive Removing the Floppy DriveMedia Card Reader Installing the Media Card Reader Optical Drive Page Back to Contents Mini Tower Computer Panel Page Power Supply V12P0DIG White +3.3 VDC Orange +3.3VDC/SE 12 VDC Blue DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P8, and P9 Removing the Computer Cover Mini Tower Computer Model #DCSM Specifications Video Four 7-pin connectors G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985 Speaker Back to Contents Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista FeaturesTransferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows XPClick Start Run Windows Vista User Accounts and Fast User SwitchingAdding User Accounts Windows XPConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkFast User Switching Click Switch UserClick Checklist for creating a network Network Setup WizardSelect an option under Choose a connection option Replacing the Computer Cover PCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PCI Card PCI Express and DVI Cards Installing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI Card Removing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI Card Page PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Processor Installing the Processor Page Back to Contents Removing the Computer Cover Drives Hard Drive Installing a Hard Drive Page Replacing a Hard-Drive Fan Installing an Optical Drive Floppy Drive and Media Card Reader Removing a Floppy Drive or Media Card ReaderInstalling a Floppy Drive or Media Card Reader Page Back to Contents Small Form Factor Computer Panel Replacing the I/O Panel Power Supply V12P0DIG Yellow +3.3 Orange +3.3V Optional Blue DC Power Connectors P3 Small Form Factor Computer Model # Dccy Specifications Drives One Sata controller supporting two devices Two 7-pin connectors Weight Kg 16.4 lb Speaker Small Form Factor Computer About Your Small Form Factor ComputerBack View Inside Your Computer POWER1 SATA0, SATA1 DIMM4 Optional DVI-card connector Dvihdr Speaker connector Intspkr Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating SystemWhat Is a Driver? Identifying DriversUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing Windows Vista Device Driver Rollback Using the Optional Drivers and Utilities mediaUsing the Windows XP Drivers and Utilities Media Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows VistaClick Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen Windows Vista Windows XP Creating a Restore PointRestoring Your Operating System Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateEnabling System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Click Performance and MaintenanceWindows XP Setup Booting From the Operating System MediaBefore You Begin Back to Contents Battery Problems Solving ProblemsTroubleshooting Tips Card ProblemsDrive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsHard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsKeyboard Problems Problems writing to an Optical-RW driveComputer does not start up Fan ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Computer stops respondingProgram crashes repeatedly Media Card Reader ProblemsOther software problems Solid blue screen appearsMemory Problems Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems If the power light is blinking amberSound and Speaker Problems Restoring Default SettingsSerial or Parallel Device Problems No sound from speakersNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank Check the diagnostic lights See Diagnostic Lights If the screen is difficult to readRemoving the Chassis Intrusion Switch Chassis Intrusion SwitchMini Tower Computer Desktop Computer Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector Replacing the Chassis Intrusion SwitchSmall Form Factor Computer Back to Contents Mini Tower System Board Screws Replacing the System BoardDesktop System Board Screws Small Form Factor System Board Screws Back to Contents Dell Optiplex 740 Systems Users Guide Mini Tower Computer About Your Mini Tower ComputerBack View Inside Your Computer Intspkr Frontpanel POWER1 Intruder When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Troubleshooting Tools and UtilitiesDell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveSystem Lights Dell Diagnostics Main MenuPower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution Option FunctionDiagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionCode Cause Error MessagesBeep Codes Click the Change or Remove Program iconDecreasing available memory Read fault Requested sector not found Reset failed Click Performance and Maintenance and click System Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesBack to Contents Warranty
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