Adding Memory, Installing a Video Card | Dell H7228 specs

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Installing a Video Card

NOTE: If you purchased the optional video card, ensure that you connected your monitor cable to the correct video connector.

NOTICE: You must use low-profile cards for your computer. A full-size card can damage the computer or the card.

1To add or replace the card, press the card lever toward the PCI connector and gently press the card into the AGP connector until it clicks into place.

2Release the card lever, ensuring that the tab fits into the notch on the front end of the card.

3Secure the card by lowering the hinged lever on the back panel.

4Close the computer cover (see page 72).

5Attach the computer stand (see page 12).

6Connect the monitor cable to the card’s video connector.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

7Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

Adding Memory

You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. For information on the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 74.

NOTE: DDR 333 memory operates at 320-MHz when used with an 800-MHz front-side bus.

DDR Memory Overview

DDR memory modules should be installed in pairs of matched memory size. This means that if you purchased your computer with 128 MB of memory installed and you want to add another 128 MB of memory, you should install it in the appropriate connector. If the DDR memory modules are not installed in matched pairs, the computer will continue to operate, but with a slight reduction

in performance.

NOTE: Always install DDR memory modules in the order indicated on the system board.

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Dell Dimension 4600C USB 2.0 connectors Ieee 1394 connector Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Appendix Safety Instructions Safety Instructions W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Tips on using Windows How to clean my computerFinding Information for Your Computer Microsoft Windows License Label Answers to technical service Downloads Drivers, patches, and software updatesHow to use Windows XP Support questions Connecting the AC Adapter Japan only Setting Up and Using Your Computer Screw Tabs Tab holes Setting Up and Using Your ComputerAttaching and Removing the Computer Stand Setting Up a Printer Connecting a Parallel Printer Parallel connector on computerPrinter Cable Screws Clips Parallel printer Cable Notches Connecting a USB Printer USB connector on computer Connecting an Ieee 1394 Device Optional Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Ieee 1394 connector Ieee 1394 cable Network Setup Wizard Network cable Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet Connection How to Copy a CD or DVD Copying CDs and DVDs Helpful Tips Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWsHyper-Threading Booting to a USB Device Turning Off Your Computer Setting Up and Using Your Computer Finding Solutions Solving Problems W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m See Battery Problems Finding Help Information Problems writing to a CD-RW drive Drive ProblemsCD drive problems Hard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsDVD drive problems Solving Problems Error Messages Operating System not Found Contact Dell see General Problems Computer stops respondingProgram stops responding Program crashes repeatedly Other software problems Solid blue screen appears Other technical problems General hardware problems Ieee 1394 Device Problems Keyboard Problems Mouse Problems Link activity light Network ProblemsPC Card Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakers If the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsNo sound from headphones If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic LightsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Modules installed, remove Modules, reinstall one moduleNormally, reinstall an additional Identified a faulty module or Remove the card and reinstall it If the problem persists orIf the computer has a video card See page 66, and restart Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics Option Function What Is a Driver? DriversIdentifying Drivers Tab Function Reinstalling Drivers Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Enabling System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Adding Parts Front and Back View of the ComputerFront View Instead, perform an operating system shutdown Unexpectedly restartMore information Back View Network jack Modem jack Reattaching the Front Door Front door Opening the Computer CoverHinge arms Closed position Cable security tab Back of computer Adding Parts Looking Inside Your Computer System Board Adding PC Cards Optional PC Card Types Installing a PC Card Removing a PC Card Adding Other Cards Adding or Replacing a Video Card Hinged lever Filler bracket Notch Lever Tab card clip AGP connector PCI connectorRemoving a Video Card DDR Memory Overview Installing a Video CardAdding Memory Installing Memory Securing clips Connector Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Removing Memory Closing the Computer Cover Specifications MicroprocessorSystem Information Expansion Bus Ports and Connectors MemoryDrives Video Power AudioNetwork Controls and Lights 914 m 3000 ft EnvironmentalIs 914 m 3000 ft Standard Settings System Setup Screens Clearing Forgotten PasswordsViewing Settings Replacing the Battery Battery Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only FCC Notices U.S. Only Class a Class B Contacting Dell FCC Identification Information Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix 800 300 412 or 21 422 07 Appendix Appendix Toll-free Or toll-free Appendix Index Index 101 Index 102 Index Index 103 Index 104