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Dell 2350 manual W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m

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CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.

8Align the cutout on the bottom of the card with the crossbar in the system board connector. Gently rock the card into the connector until it is fully seated.

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Dell 2350 manual W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m

Contents

Dell Dimension 2350 Series Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Solving Problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsIf the screen is difficult to read Using System RestoreResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Front and Back View of the Computer Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPAdding a Second CD or DVD Drive Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only 100118 Limited Warranties and Return Policy 121Contents General W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m When Using Your Computer When Working Inside Your Computer Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Ergonomic Computing HabitsBattery Disposal Finding Information for Your Computer What Are You Looking For? Find it HereHow to reinstall my operating system E r a t i n g S y s t e m C DTe l l M e H o w h e l p f i l e Click Tell Me HowFinding Information for Your Computer Setting Up Using Your Computer Connecting a Parallel Printer Setting Up a PrinterPrinter Cable Connecting a USB Printer Transferring Information to a New Computer Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterNetwork Setup Wizard Click checklist for creating a networkConnecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionCopying CDs If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISPUsing Easy CD Creator Basic Using Blank CD-R Discs or Blank CD-RW Discs Helpful TipsHow to Copy a CD Turning Off the Computer Click Turn offSolving Problems Finding Solutions SeeSolving Problems Battery Problems Finding Help InformationFloppy drive problems Drive ProblemsBack of floppy disk Write-protected CD drive problems Problems writing to a CD-RW driveMail, Modem, and Internet Problems DVD drive problemsHard drive problems Under Error-checking, click Check Now Click StartClick the Start button, and then click Control Panel Click Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs Error MessagesClick the Change or Remove Program icon General Problems Computer stops respondingProgram stops responding Click ApplicationsOther software problems Program crashes repeatedlyProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsOther technical problems General hardware problemsKeyboard Problems Mouse Problems Power Problems Network ProblemsLightlight Printer Problems Diagnostic Lights onScanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersNo sound from headphones Check the Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device boxVideo and Monitor Problems If the screen is blankIf the screen is difficult to read Click Appearance and ThemesSolving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Suggested Resolution DescriptionLight Pattern Problem Suggested Resolution Description Dell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveStarting the Dell Diagnostics From the ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics Main MenuOption Function Tab FunctionDrivers What Is a Driver?Identifying Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling DriversUsing the Dell Dimension ResourceCD Creating a Restore Point Using System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System Restore Enabling System RestoreClick Performance and Maintenance and click System Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesReinstalling Microsoft Windows XP Before You ReinstallReinstalling Windows XP Preparing to Boot From the Operating System CDStarting Windows XP Setup Completing the GUI SetupCompleting the Operating System Setup Reinstalling Drivers and SoftwareAdding Parts Front and Back View of the Computer Front ViewComputer. Instead, perform a Windows shutdown Back View Removing the Computer Cover Place the computer cover on a level surface Looking Inside Your Computer System Board CmosAdding Cards W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Fully seated Adding a Second CD or DVD Drive Side hinges Front panel Top tab Insert Tabs Gently slide the drive into place Side hinges Front panel Adding Memory Adding Parts Adding a Floppy Drive Release lever middle tab Tabs Insert Top bracket screw drive bracket Floppy drive Adding Parts Side hinges Front panel Replacing the Computer Cover P e n d i Specifications MicroprocessorSystem Information Expansion BusMemory Ports and ConnectorsDrives Power VideoAudio NetworkStandard Settings Viewing Settings System Setup Program ScreensClearing Forgotten Passwords Replacing the Battery Battery Battery socket Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyContacting Dell Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals 101 102 Brunei Canada North York, OntarioCayman Islands Chile SantiagoChina Xiamen ColombiaCosta Rica Czech Republic Prague Website support.euro.dell.com105 France Paris Montpellier Website support.euro.dell.com Home and Small BusinessCorporate Germany Langen Website support.euro.dell.com107 Ireland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.com Italy Milan Website support.euro.dell.comJamaica 108Korea Seoul Japan Kawasaki Website support.jp.dell.com109 Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers 110Mexico MontserratNetherlands Antilles Netherlands Amsterdam Website support.euro.dell.com112 113 Sweden Upplands Vasby Website support.euro.dell.com Spain Madrid Website support.euro.dell.com114 115 Uruguay Bracknell Website support.euro.dell.com116 A. Austin, Texas BusinessVirgin Islands VenezuelaReturning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Regulatory NoticesNOM Information Mexico Only 119Appendix Limited Warranty for the U.S What is covered by this limited warranty?What is not covered by this limited warranty? Limited Warranties and Return PolicyHow long does this limited warranty last? What do I do if I need warranty service?What will Dell do? 122How will you fix my product? What if I purchased a service contract?123 May I transfer the limited warranty? Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. OnlyWhat do I do if I am not satisfied? 124Limited Warranty Terms for Canada 125Technical Support and Customer Service 126127 Total Satisfaction Return Policy 128Dell Software and Peripherals Third-Party Software and Peripherals ProductsDell-Branded Peripheral Products Return PolicyGuarantee ExclusionsMaking a Claim Limitation and Statutory RightsIntel’s Three Year Limited Warranty 131132 What are ’Errata’?D ex 133134 135 136