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Contents

W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m September TD649 Contents Solving Problems Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesReplacing the External Modem Connector 102 100105 107 Contents What Are You Looking For? Find it Here Warranty information Finding InformationFinding Information When you use Use the Service Tag toOrder status, warranty, and repair information Updates Click the topic that describes your problem Click the arrow iconFollow the instructions on the screen Finding Information Setting Up a Printer Setting Up and Using Your ComputerPrinter Cable Using a Media Card Reader Optional Connecting a USB PrinterUSB connector on computer USB printer cable Connecting a TV Optional Changing the Display Settings Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Network adapter connector on computer Network Setup Wizard Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Internet Connection Click Checklist for creating a network Playing a CD or DVD Click Connect to the InternetIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Setting Up and Using Your Computer CD player includes the following basic buttons Adjusting the Picture Adjusting the VolumeHow to Copy a CD or DVD Copying CDs and DVDs Media Type Read Write Rewritable Using Blank CDs and DVDs Helpful Tips Power Management Standby ModeHibernate Mode Power Schemes Tab Power Options Properties Understanding Intel Viiv Technology Optional Using Intel Viiv Quick Resume Technology OptionalAdvanced Tab Hibernate Tab Enabling the QRT Feature in System Setup Enabling the QRT feature in the Operating systemHyper-Threading Click Hardware and click Device Manager Battery Problems Troubleshooting TipsDrive Problems Solving Problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive CD and DVD drive problems Hard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages Ieee 1394 Device Problems Media Card Reader Problems Keyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Program stops responding Computer stops respondingProgram crashes repeatedly Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Other software problems Memory Problems Mouse Problems Simultaneously press CtrlEsc to display the Start menuComputer Start the computer Power Problems Network Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker Problems Video and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic Lights If the problem still exists, install a Remove the card, reinstall it seeModules installed, remove Normally, reinstall an additional Remote control Press the power buttonIf there is an error message on your Screen identifying a problem with a When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsDell Diagnostics Main Menu Option Function What Is a Driver? DriversTab Function Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling DriversManually Reinstalling Drivers Windows XP Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesRestoring Your Operating System Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Creating a Restore Point Undoing the Last System Restore Enabling System RestoreUsing Dell PC Restore by Symantec Removing Dell PC Restore Before You Begin Removing and Installing PartsRecommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Removing and Installing Parts Front View Front and Back View of the ComputerCD/DVD drive eject Button No light The computer is turned off Remain connected, such as printers and keyboardsSteady green The computer is in a normal operating state Front-panel door Back View Appropriate connectorCard slots Cards Connector Line-in connector AttachedReliable operation Network activity light Removing the Computer Cover Security cable slot Cover release latch Computer cover Inside View of Your Computer Password jumper Internal speaker Processor connector CPUPower Processor fan Connector DDR2 Memory Overview Memory Installing Memory Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing clips Connector Removing Memory Cards Installing a PCI Express Card X16 card X1 card PCI ExpressX16 card slot Retention arm tab Edge connector Securing slot Card connector Securing tab Seated Card not fully seated Card fully Bracket Removing a PCI Express Card Retention arm PCI Express card Edge connector Card connector Connecting Drive Cables DrivesCD/DVD drive Hard drive Power Cable Connector Drive Interface ConnectorsConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Serial ATA Connector Interface cable Interface connector Hard Drive Power cable Removing a Hard DriveTabs Hard drive Tabs Drive Drive bracket Installing a Hard Drive Removing a CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD drive Drive release latch Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation Installing a CD/DVD Drive Media Card Reader Removing a Media Card Reader Interface cable Removing and Installing Parts Media Card Reader Drive release latch Installing a Media Card Reader Interface cable Removing and Installing Parts Removing a Floppy Drive Floppy Drive Optional Floppy drive Drive release latch Disconnect the interface cable from the system board see Installing a Floppy Drive Removing and Installing Parts Modem Pull tab Removing and Installing PartsReplacing the Modem Screws Modem cable Replacing the External Modem Connector Screw Battery Battery positive side Replacing the Battery Replacing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts Specifications NIC One PCI Express lane Connector Connector size Pins Floppy connector Video Hole D-SUB connectorProcessor power Serial ATA Problems on Controls and Lights Power control Push button Power lightAn explanation of the diagnostic light codes State Overview System Setup Entering System Setup System Setup Screens100 101 System Setup Options Ahci or ATA mode102 103 104 Password optionTimes Monday through Friday Option Settings Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 105 106 Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots 107 Clearing Forgotten Passwords Cleaning Your Computer Clearing Cmos SettingsComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor 108 CDs and DVDs Mouse Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsFCC Notices U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals 111 Contacting Dell Toll-free 112Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Buenos Aires 113 114 Chile Santiago 115China Xiamen 592 818 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 Index 129 Network Setup Wizard 131 Compatibility, 35 restore to previous operating Wizard Booting to devices Video Problems Volume Adjusting 132Hardware Troubleshooter Help and Support Center