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W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m February T8243 Contents Solving Problems Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreAddressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations 103 Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesReplacing the External Modem Connector 102 108 105106 Contents Finding Information What Are You Looking For? Find it Here Warranty informationFinding Information Updates Use the Service Tag toWhen you use Order status, warranty, and repair information Follow the instructions on the screen Click the topic that describes your problemClick the arrow icon Finding Information Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterSetting Up and Using Your Computer USB connector on computer USB printer cable Using a Media Card Reader OptionalConnecting a USB Printer Connecting a TV Optional Network adapter connector on computer Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkChanging the Display Settings Connecting to a Network Adapter Click Checklist for creating a network Connecting to the InternetNetwork Setup Wizard Setting Up Your Internet Connection If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Playing a CD or DVDClick Connect to the Internet Setting Up and Using Your Computer CD player includes the following basic buttons Copying CDs and DVDs Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Picture How to Copy a CD or DVD Click Exact Copy Using Blank CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+R, and DVD+RWHelpful Tips RecordNow Standby Mode Power Management Power Schemes Tab Hibernate ModePower Options Properties Hibernate Tab Hyper-ThreadingAdvanced Tab Click Hardware and click Device Manager Solving Problems Troubleshooting TipsBattery Problems Drive Problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive CD and DVD drive problems Hard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Use these characters in filenames Error Messages Ieee 1394 Device Problems Media Card Reader Problems Computer does not start up Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Computer stops respondingProgram stops responding Program crashes repeatedly Other software problems Memory Problems Mouse Problems Power Problems Network Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker Problems If the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsNo sound from headphones If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic Lights Normally, reinstall an additional Remove the card, reinstall it seeIf the problem still exists, install a Modules installed, remove Determine if a conflict exists by If there is an error message on yourScreen identifying a problem with a Installed on your computer Option Function Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Tab Function What Is a Driver?Drivers Windows XP Reinstalling DriversUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Manually Reinstalling Drivers Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Creating a Restore Point Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Undoing the Last System RestoreEnabling System Restore Troubleshooting Tools Turning Off Your Computer Removing and Installing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended Tools Removing and Installing Parts Front View Front and Back View of the Computer CD/DVD drive eject Blinking green The computer is in a power-saving stateBlinking or solid amber See Power Problems on Diagnostic lights Express cards See the safety instructions in the ProductBack View Reliable operation Connector Line-in connectorLink integrity light Attached Removing the Computer Cover Security cable slot Cover release latch Computer cover Inside View of Your Computer PCI Express Sata connector Processor connector CPUPassword jumper Power DDR2 Memory Overview Memory Installing Memory Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing clips Connector Removing Memory Cards X16 card slot Installing a PCI Express CardPCI Express Cards X16 card X1 card PCI Express Retention arm tab Edge connector Securing slot Card connector Securing tab Seated Card not fully seated Card fully Bracket Removing a PCI Express Card Retention arm PCI Express card Edge connector Card connector CD/DVD drive Hard drive Drives Serial ATA Connector Interface cable Interface connector Connecting Drive CablesDrive Interface Connectors Power Cable Connector Removing a Hard Drive Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesHard Drive Tabs Hard drive Power cable Tabs Drive Drive bracket Installing a Hard Drive Removing a CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD drive Drive release latch Data cable Removing and Installing Parts Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation Installing a CD/DVD Drive Media Card Reader Data cable Removing a Media Card Reader Drive Drive bracket Screws Removing and Installing Parts Installing a Media Card Reader Data cable Removing and Installing Parts Removing a Floppy Drive Floppy Drive Optional Floppy drive Drive release latch Drive Drive bracket Screws Installing a Floppy Drive Data cable edge connector Cable release tab Screws Modem cable Pull tab Removing and Installing PartsModem Replacing the Modem Replacing the External Modem Connector Screw Battery Battery positive side Replacing the Battery Replacing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts Specifications One PCI Express lane Connector Connector size Pins Reader Video Hole D-SUB connectorProcessor power Computers Fixed-voltage power supply 110 V at 50/60 Hz Controls and Lights Power control Push button Power lightProblems on An explanation of the diagnostic light codes Overview System Setup System Setup Screens Entering System Setup Normal or Combo mode System Setup Options 100 Monday through Friday 101 102 Boot SequenceOption Settings Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 103 Clearing Forgotten PasswordsChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots 104 Clearing Cmos Settings 105 Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor Mouse 106 Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only CDs and DVDs 107 FCC Notices U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Class a Class B 108 Contacting DellFCC Identification Information Aruba 109Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Buenos Aires 110 Chile Santiago 111Cayman Islands Costa Rica 112Colombia 113 114 115 Italy Milan Website support.euro.dell.com 116India Ireland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.com Korea Seoul 117 Malaysia Penang 118Luxembourg Website support.euro.dell.com Macao 119 120 121 Thailand 122Switzerland Geneva Website support.euro.dell.com Taiwan Uruguay 123Turks and Caicos Islands Bracknell Website support.euro.dell.com Venezuela 124Business Virgin Islands Index 125 Connection, setting up Error messagesProblems 127 Compatibility, 33 restore to previous operating USB