Dell DCCY, DCSM, 740-MT, 740-DT manual

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RAM random-access memory — The primary temporary storage area for program instructions and data. Any information stored in RAM is lost when you shut down your computer.

readme file — A text file included with a software package or hardware product. Typically, readme files provide installation information and describe new product enhancements or corrections that have not yet been documented.

read-only— Data and/or files you can view but cannot edit or delete. A file can have read-only status if:

¡It resides on a physically write-protected floppy disk, CD, or DVD.

¡It is located on a network in a directory and the system administrator has assigned rights only to specific individuals.

refresh rate — The frequency, measured in Hz, at which your screen's horizontal lines are recharged (sometimes also referred to as its vertical frequency). The higher the refresh rate, the less video flicker can be seen by the human eye.

resolution — The sharpness and clarity of an image produced by a printer or displayed on a monitor. The higher the resolution, the sharper the image.

RFI — radio frequency interference — Interference that is generated at typical radio frequencies, in the range of 10 kHz to 100,000 MHz. Radio frequencies are at the lower end of the electromagnetic frequency spectrum and are more likely to have interference than the higher frequency radiations, such as infrared and light.

ROM read-only memory — Memory that stores data and programs that cannot be deleted or written to by the computer. ROM, unlike RAM, retains its contents after you shut down your computer. Some programs essential to the operation of your computer reside in ROM.

RPM — revolutions per minute — The number of rotations that occur per minute. Hard drive speed is often measured in rpm.

RTC — real time clock — Battery-powered clock on the system board that keeps the date and time after you shut down the computer.

RTCRST real-time clock reset — A jumper on the system board of some computers that can often be used for troubleshooting problems.

S

SAS — serial attached SCSI — A faster, serial version of the SCSI interface (as opposed to the original SCSI parallel architecture).

SATA — serial ATA — A faster, serial version of the ATA (IDE) interface.

ScanDisk — A Microsoft utility that checks files, folders, and the hard disk's surface for errors. ScanDisk often runs when you restart the computer after it has stopped responding.

SCSI — small computer system interface — A high-speed interface used to connect devices to a computer, such as hard drives, CD drives, printers, and scanners. The SCSI can connect many devices using a single controller. Each device is accessed by an individual identification number on the SCSI controller bus.

SDRAM — synchronous dynamic random-access memory — A type of DRAM that is synchronized with the optimal clock speed of the processor.

serial connector — An I/O port often used to connect devices such as a handheld digital device or digital camera to your computer.

Service Tag — A bar code label on your computer that identifies your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you call Dell for customer service or technical support.

setup program — A program that is used to install and configure hardware and software. The setup.exe or install.exe program comes with most Windows software packages. Setup program differs from system setup.

shortcut — An icon that provides quick access to frequently used programs, files, folders, and drives. When you place a shortcut on your Windows desktop and double-click the icon, you can open its corresponding folder or file without having to find it first. Shortcut icons do not change the location of files. If you delete a shortcut, the original file is not affected. Also, you can rename a shortcut icon.

SIM — Subscriber Identity Module — A SIM card contains a microchip that encrypts voice and data transmissions. SIM cards can be used in phones or portable computers.

smart card — A card that is embedded with a processor and a memory chip. Smart cards can be used to authenticate a user on computers equipped for smart cards.

S/PDIF — Sony/Philips Digital Interface — An audio transfer file format that allows the transfer of audio from one file to another without converting it to and from an analog format, which could degrade the quality of the file.

standby mode — A power management mode that shuts down all unnecessary computer operations to save energy.

Strike Zone™ — Reinforced area of the platform base that protects the hard drive by acting as a dampening device when a computer experiences resonating shock or is dropped (whether the computer is on or off).

surge protectors — Prevent voltage spikes, such as those that may occur during an electrical storm, from entering the computer through the electrical outlet. Surge protectors do not protect against lightning strikes or against brownouts, which occur when the voltage drops more than 20 percent below the normal AC-line voltage level.

Network connections cannot be protected by surge protectors. Always disconnect the network cable from the network connector during electrical storms.

SVGA super-video graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers. Typical SVGA resolutions are 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768.

The number of colors and resolution that a program displays depends on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of video memory installed in the computer.

S-videoTV-out— A connector used to attach a TV or digital audio device to the computer.

SXGA super-extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024.

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Contents Dell OptiPlex 740 Users Guide Manageability Advanced FeaturesLegacySelect Technology Control 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 Screen Entering System SetupSystem Setup Options 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 DescriptionHyperTransport and Dual-Core Technology Clearing Cmos SettingsPower Management 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 ModeClick Create under System Tasks Using Nvidia MediaShieldCreating a RAID Array Clearing System Data window appears Deleting a RAID ArrayFree Disk Selection window appears Click Convert Array in the System Tasks paneNvidia Convert Array Wizard appears Rebuilding a RAID ConfigurationEnabling Cool n Quiet Technology 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 Front View Desktop ComputerAbout Your Desktop Computer Back-Panel Connectors Back ViewInside Your Computer System Board Components Back to Contents PCI Cards Installing a PCI CardPCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters 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 ComputerReplacing the I/O Panel PanelRemoving 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 ControllersControls and Lights PowerKey Combinations Physical EnvironmentalRemoving a Speaker Installing a SpeakerSpeaker 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 ServiceVisit support.dell.com Before You CallContacting Dell 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 Mini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Matched Pairs MemoryDDR2 Memory Overview 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 UserSelect an option under Choose a connection option Network Setup WizardClick Checklist for creating a network 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 mediaClick Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows VistaUsing the Windows XP Drivers and Utilities Media 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 MaintenanceBefore You Begin Booting From the Operating System MediaWindows XP Setup 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 speakersIf the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsNo sound from headphones Check the diagnostic lights See Diagnostic Lights If the screen is difficult to readMini Tower Computer Desktop Computer Chassis Intrusion SwitchRemoving the Chassis Intrusion Switch Small Form Factor Computer Replacing the Chassis Intrusion SwitchResetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector Back to Contents Desktop System Board Screws Replacing the System BoardMini Tower 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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