DellPrecision™Workstations450and650User'sGuide
This document describes the features and operation of your computer. This document is stored on your computer hard drive. For information on other
documentation included with your computer, see "Finding Information for Your Computer."

Information About Your Computer

Finding Information for Your Computer
Specifications
Caring for Your Computer

About Your ComputerDell Precision 650

Front View
Back View
Inside Your Computer
System Board Components

About Your ComputerDell Precision 450

Front View
Back View
Inside Your Computer
System Board Components

Advanced Features

LegacySelect Technology Control
Manageability
Security
Password Protection
System Setup
Jumper Settings
Power Button
TAPI
Hyper-Threading
IEEE 1394
U320 SCSI Controller
Integrated Striping

Removing and Installing PartsDell Precision

650

Opening the Computer Cover
Memory
Cards
Drives
Microprocessor Airflow Shroud
Microprocessor
VRM
Battery
Closing the Computer Cover

Removing and Installing Parts

Dell Precision

450

Opening the Computer Cover
Memory
Cards
Drives
Microprocessor Airflow Shroud
Microprocessor
VRM
Battery
Closing the Computer Cover

Solving Problems

Troubleshooting Your Computer
Battery Problems
Card Problems
Drive Problems
Dropped or Damaged Computer
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Error Messages
General Problems
IEEE 1394 Device Problems
Keyboard Problems
Memory Problems
Microprocessor Problems
Mouse Problems
Network Problems
Power Problems
Printer Problems
Serial or Parallel Device Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
System Board Problems
Video and Monitor Problems

Advanced Troubleshooting

Diagnostic Lights
Beep Codes
Dell Diagnostics
Drivers
Using System Restore
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities

Cleaning Your Computer

Before Cleaning Your Computer
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
Mouse
Floppy Drive
CDs and DVDs

Ergonomic Computing Habits

Your Operating System

Reinstalling Microsoft®Windows®XP
Reinstalling Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows XP Features

Regulatory Notices

FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
IC Notice (Canada Only)
CE Notice (European Union)
ENERGY STAR® Compliance
Simplified Chinese Class A Warning Notice (China
Only)
EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only)
VCCI Notice (Japan Only)
MIC Notice (Republic of Korea Only)
Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice
BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)
NOM Information (Mexico Only)

Warranty and Return Policy

Getting Help

Technical Assistance
Problems With Your Order
Product Information
Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
Before You Call
Contacting Dell

Glossary