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located on your computer.

Your computer's Service Tag contains both a Service Tag number and an Express

Service Code.

•Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support.

•Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting support.

Use the product key on the Microsoft Windows License Label if you need to reinstall your operating system.

 

• Use the product key on the License Label if you need to reinstall your

 

operating system.

 

NOTE: As an increased security measure, the newly designed Microsoft Windows

 

license label incorporates a missing portion or "hole" to discourage removal of the

 

label.

 

 

• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from

Dell Support Website — support.dell.com

technicians, online courses, and frequently asked questions

 

•Community — Online discussion with other Dell customers

•Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system

•Customer Care — Contact information, service call and order NOTE: Select your region or business segment to view the appropriate support

status, warranty, and repair information

site.

•Service and support — Service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with technical support

•Dell Technical Update Service — Proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for your computer

•Reference — Computer documentation, details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers

•Downloads — Certified drivers, patches, and software updates

•Desktop System Software (DSS)— If you reinstall the operating system for your computer, you should also reinstall the DSS utility. DSS provides critical updates for your operating system and support for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, AMD™ processors, optical drives, and USB devices. DSS is necessary for correct operation of your Dell computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration.

To download Desktop System Software:

1.Go to support.dell.com and click Drivers and Downloads.

2.Click Select Model.

3.Select your product model and click Confirm, or enter a service tag and click Go.

4.Click System Utilities.

5.Click Desktop System Software under Dell - Utility, and click Download Now.

6.Click Run to run the driver, or Save to save the driver to your computer.

NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on your selections.

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Contents Dell OptiPlex 740 Users Guide LegacySelect Technology Control Advanced FeaturesManageability Password Protection SecurityOption Settings Assigning a System PasswordTyping Your System Password If Password Status is set to LockedAdministrator Password Deleting or Changing an Existing System PasswordAssigning an Administrator Password Deleting or Changing an Existing Administrator PasswordSystem Setup Disabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New PasswordEnabling the TPM Feature 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 MaintenanceBooting to a USB Device Jumper SettingsMemory Key Floppy DriveClearing Forgotten Passwords Jumper Setting DescriptionPower Management Clearing Cmos SettingsHyperTransport and Dual-Core Technology About RAID Configurations RAID Level 0 ConfigurationSleep Mode Wake-Up Methods Windows XP Verifying That RAID Is WorkingRAID Level 1 Configuration Configuring Your Hard Drives for RAIDUsing the Nvidia MediaShield ROM Utility Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled ModeCreating a RAID Array Using Nvidia MediaShieldClick Create under System Tasks Deleting a RAID Array Free Disk Selection window appearsClearing System Data 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 Before You Begin Recommended ToolsTurning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerBack to Contents Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and MonitorMouse 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 General Installation Guidelines Connecting Drive CablesDrive Interface Connectors Power Cable ConnectorsConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Serial ATA Power ConnectorOptical Drive 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 Desktop Computer Model # Dcne Specifications MicroprocessorMemory Computer InformationConnectors VideoAudio 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 CenterOnline Services Getting HelpObtaining Assistance Ftp.dell.comProblems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status 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 XP and Windows Vista Features Transferring Information to a New ComputerMicrosoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows XPClick Start Run User Accounts and Fast User Switching Adding User AccountsWindows Vista Windows XPSetting Up a Home and Office Network Fast User SwitchingConnecting to a Network Adapter 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 Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating System What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying DriversReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Using Windows Vista Device Driver RollbackUsing Windows XP 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 XP Creating a Restore Point Restoring Your Operating SystemWindows Vista Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateReinstalling Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows XP Undoing the Last System RestoreEnabling System Restore Click Performance and MaintenanceWindows XP Setup Booting From the Operating System MediaBefore You Begin Back to Contents Solving Problems Troubleshooting TipsBattery Problems Card ProblemsDrive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Keyboard ProblemsHard drive problems Problems writing to an Optical-RW driveFan Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingMedia Card Reader Problems Other software problemsProgram crashes repeatedly Solid blue screen appearsMemory Problems Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems If the power light is blinking amberRestoring Default Settings Serial or Parallel Device ProblemsSound and Speaker 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 Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveDell Diagnostics Main Menu Power Light Problem Description Suggested ResolutionSystem Lights Option FunctionDiagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionError Messages Beep CodesCode Cause 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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Overall, the Dell PowerEdge 740 combines powerful performance, flexible storage options, and advanced management capabilities, making it an ideal server solution for businesses seeking reliability and efficiency in their IT infrastructure. Whether used for virtualization, data storage, or application support, the Dell PowerEdge 740 meets the diverse needs of today's dynamic business environments.
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