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Controls and Lights

Dell™ Dimension™ 2300

Front View

Back View

Front View

1

CD or DVD drive

The drive activity light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive.

 

activity light

 

 

 

 

2

CD or DVD eject

Press this button to eject your disc from the CD or DVD drive.

 

button

 

 

 

 

3

Floppy drive eject

Press this button to eject a disk from the floppy drive.

 

button

 

 

 

 

4

Hard-drive activity

The hard drive light is on when the computer reads data from or writes data to your hard drive.

 

light

 

 

 

 

5

Headphone

Use the headphone connector to attach headphones and most speakers for listening to sounds in your computer, including sound

 

connector

from your CD or DVD player.

 

 

 

6

USB 2.0 connectors

For quick connections, it is recommended that you use the front USB connectors for USB devices such as digital cameras, gaming

 

(2)

controllers, and scanners. Use the back-panel USB connectors for USB mouse and keyboard connections.

 

 

 

7

Power button

Press the power button to turn on the computer.

 

 

NOTICE: To turn off your computer, perform a Windows® shutdown instead of pressing the power button. Otherwise, you

 

 

may lose data.

 

 

 

8

Power light

The power light is solid green for the computer's power-on state and blinking green for its standby state.

 

 

 

9

Floppy drive light

The floppy drive light is on when the computer reads data from or writes data to the floppy drive.

 

 

 

10

CD or DVD volume

Move the dial to adjust the CD- or DVD-drive headphone connector volume of your audio CD or DVD disc.

 

control dial

 

 

 

 

11

CD or DVD

Use the headphone connector to attach headphones to the CD or DVD drive. Your headphones won't work if the drive is

 

headphone

operating in digital mode. To disable digital mode:

 

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1. Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices.

 

 

2. Click Sounds and Audio Devices.

 

 

3. Click the Hardware tab.

 

 

4. Double-click the name of your CD or DVD drive.

 

 

5. Click the Properties tab.

 

 

6. Uncheck the Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device box.

 

 

 

12

Service tag

HINT: Express Service may not be available in some countries.

 

 

 

 

This label lists your computer's service tag and your Express Service Code (if applicable). If you call Dell technical support, use

 

 

your Express Service Code to route the call directly to the correct support personnel. The Dell technical support staff will ask for

 

 

your service tag.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dell 2300 technical specifications Controls and Lights, Front View Back View

2300 specifications

The Dell 2300 series is a versatile and efficient line of printers designed to meet the demands of small to medium-sized businesses. Known for their reliability and performance, these printers are built to handle heavy workloads while delivering high-quality prints with exceptional ease of use.

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In terms of connectivity, the Dell 2300 offers various options to accommodate different networking needs. It supports USB 2.0 for direct connections to computers, along with Ethernet capability for networked environments. This makes it easy to share the printer among multiple users, facilitating seamless collaboration and improving overall efficiency.

The Dell 2300 series is also equipped with a range of user-friendly features, including a simple control panel with clear buttons and an intuitive display. This allows users to navigate settings with ease and troubleshoot minor issues without requiring extensive technical knowledge. Additionally, the printer supports automatic duplexing, enabling users to print on both sides of the paper, which not only saves resources but also promotes eco-friendly practices.

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In summary, the Dell 2300 series offers a range of features designed to enhance productivity and simplify printing tasks. With its fast printing speeds, high-quality output, versatile connectivity options, and user-friendly design, it is an excellent addition to any office environment seeking reliability and performance.