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This guide is intended for anyone who uses a Dell OptiPlex GX1 or GX1p mini tower
Managed PC system. It can be used by both first-time and experienced computer
users who want to learn about the features and operation of the systems or who
want to upgrade their computers. The chapters and appendixes are summarized as
follows:
Everyone should read Chapter 1, “Introduction,” for an overview of the system
features, instructions on how to access the online
System User’s Guide
, and
information on where to get help if you need it.
Everyone should read the first several sections of Chapter 2, “Using the System
Setup Program,” to become familiar with this important program. Only users
who want to make configuration changes to their system or who want to use the
password features need to read the rest of Chapter 2.
Users who add or remove an Industry-Standard Architecture (ISA) expansion card
should read Chapter 3, “Using the ISA Configuration Utility.”
Users who want to change the default configuration of the system’s integrated
video and audio controllers or who want to connect their system to a network
should read Chapter 4, “Using Integrated Devices.” This chapter describes the
configuration software provided for the integrated video and audio controllers and
provides information on connecting the system to a network, configuring the net-
work interface controller (NIC), and installing drivers for the NIC.
Chapter 5, “Working Inside Your Computer,” Chapter 6, “Installing System Board
Options,” and Chapter 7, “Installing Drives,” are intended for users who want to
install or remove options inside the computer, such as dual in-line memory mod-
ules (DIMMs), additional video memory, expansion cards, or drives.
Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” is intended primarily as reference mate-
rial for users interested in learning more about the details of the system.
Appendix B, “ISA Configuration Utility Messages,” describes error messages
generated by the ISA Configuration Utility (ICU), possible causes, and corrective
actions.
Appendix C, “Regulatory Notices,” is for users who are interested in which regu-
latory agencies have tested and approved the Dell OptiPlex GX1 and GX1p mini
tower systems.