Dell DCTA manual Contents

Contents

Finding Information	5
Setting Up Your Computer (Tower Orientation)	9
Setting Up Your Computer (Desktop Orientation)	14
About Your Computer	19
Front View (Tower Orientation)	19
Back View (Tower Orientation)	21
Front View (Desktop Orientation)	22
Back View (Desktop Orientation)	24
Back-Panel Connectors	24
Inside View	27
System Board Components	28
Locating Your User’s Guide	29
Removing the Computer Cover	30
Caring for Your Computer	31
Solving Problems	32
Troubleshooting Tips	32
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities	32
Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore	32
Using the Last Known Good Configuration	34
Dell Diagnostics	34
Before You Start Testing	36
Beep Codes	36
Error Messages	37
Diagnostic Lights	37
Frequently Asked Questions	42

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