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Dell XPS GEN 3 manual Anchor tabs Shroud release lever

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anchor tabs (3)

shroud release lever

CAUTION: The heat sink can get very hot during normal operation. Be sure that the heat sink has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

5Remove the heat sink:

a Remove the retention module clips. Press the tabs toward the center of the clip and lift up.

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Dell XPS GEN 3 manual Anchor tabs Shroud release lever

Contents

W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Solving Problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Before Working Inside Your Computer100 114 109113 115Contents Finding Information How to use standby mode and hibernate mode Tips on using Microsoft WindowsHow to play CDs and DVDs Specifications, and white papers When you useWarranty, and repair information How to use Windows XPOperating System CD Setting Up and Using Your Computer Opening the Drive Door Changing the Backlight ColorBacklight Badge Connecting Two Monitors Connecting Two Monitors With VGA ConnectorsOptional DVI adapter Connecting a TVTV-OUT connector VGA blue connector About Serial ATA Drives About Your RAID ConfigurationChanging the Display Settings Hard drive RAID LevelSegment Configuring Your Computer for RAID Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled ModeCreating a RAID Level 1 Configuration Configuring for RAID Using the IntelR Option ROM UtilityCreating a RAID Level 0 Configuration Deleting a RAID Volume Creating a RAID 0 Volume Creating a RAID 1 VolumeOn the Delete RAID Volume Wizard screen, click Next Migrating to a RAID 0 VolumeTo Mark a Drive as a Spare Hard Drive Migrating to a RAID 1 VolumeCreating a Spare Hard Drive Click Mark as SpareTransferring Information to a New Computer To Remove Spare Marking From a Spare Hard DriveNext How to Copy a CD or DVDCopying CDs and DVDs Click Exact Copy Using Blank CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+Rs, and DVD+RWsHelpful Tips Integrated firewall provided with Windows XP SP1 Network Setup WizardClick Checklist for creating a network Click Hardware and click Device Manager Hyper-ThreadingOverclocking Optimizing PerformancePCI Express Cards Drive Problems Troubleshooting TipsBattery Problems Solving ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problemsError Messages Use these characters in filenamesIeee 1394 Device Problems Keyboard ProblemsComputer stops responding Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Program stops respondingProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Other software problemsProgram crashes repeatedly Solid blue screen appearsMemory Problems Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersNo sound from headphones N T H E S P E a K E R D I a G N O S T I C SIf the screen is difficult to read Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank J U S T T H E W I N D O W S D I S P L a Y S E T T I N G S Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic LightsElectrical outlet and press the power Located in the Product Information GuideIf available, install properly working Normally, reinstall an additionalIdentified a faulty module or If the problem persists, contact DellDetermine if a conflict exists by Error exists Requirements exist seeYour computer see OccurredDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the ResourceCDDell Diagnostics Main Menu Identifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Drivers Using the ResourceCD Reinstalling DriversUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Windows XPUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Manually Reinstalling DriversRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Creating a Restore PointUndoing the Last System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPEnabling System Restore Before You BeginWindows XP Setup Reinstalling Windows XPBooting From the Operating System CD When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next Advanced Troubleshooting Recommended Tools Removing and Installing PartsBefore You Begin Turning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer Front View Open the door to use the front-panel connectorsFront and Back View of the Computer Press to turn on the computerFront View Doors Open Back View X16 slot and one x1 slot Opening the Computer Cover Inside View of Your Computer Processor fan Power supply fansSystem board Power supply Removing and Installing Parts Floppy drive CD/DVD driveSystem Board Components Memory DDR2 Memory OverviewInstalling Memory Addressing Memory With 4-GB ConfigurationsSecuring clips Connector Notch Memory module Cutouts CrossbarCards Removing MemoryInstalling a PCI Card PCI CardsNot fully seated card Fully seated card Removing a PCI Card Retention arm Alignment guide Alignment bar Filler bracketCard PCI Express PCI Express CardsPCI Express Card slotInstalling a PCI Express Card TabNot fully seated card Fully seated card Retention arm Alignment guide Alignment bar Filler bracket Removing a PCI Express Card Floppy drive CD/DVD drives Hard drives General Installation GuidelinesDrives Serial ATA Connector Interface cable Interface connector Connecting Drive CablesDrive Interface Connectors Hard Drive Power Cable ConnectorPower cable Removing a Hard DriveSystem board connector Installing a Hard DriveHard-drive cable Power cable Tabs Drive Bracket rails Screws Removing and Installing Parts Adding a Second Hard Drive Rail tabs Floppy DriveRemoving a Floppy Drive First hard drive in lower bay Hard drive bayInstalling a Floppy Drive Tabs Floppy driveData cable Power cable Tabs Floppy drive Drive Bracket rails ScrewsCD/DVD Drive Removing a CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Power cable Tabs Data cable CD/DVD driveDrive Bracket rails Screws Removing and Installing Parts Processor Airflow Shroud Removing the Processor Airflow ShroudRemoving the Processor Installing the Processor Airflow ShroudProcessor Anchor tabs Shroud release lever Page Processor cover Socket Release lever Installing the Processor100 101 102 Front PanelRemoving the Front Panel Replacing the Front Panel 103104 Drive DoorRemoving the Drive Door Top bracket hinge Bottom bracket hinge Replacing the Drive Door105 Door 106Hinge tab Door hinges Door bracket 107 BatteryReplacing the Battery Closing the Computer Cover 108Specifications 109Expansion Bus 110Video DrivesCenter/Low Frequency Effects LFE channel two front-panel Connectors111 Controls and LightsLocated in the Product Information Power112 113 System SetupOverview Environmental114 Entering System SetupSystem Setup Screens System Setup Options 115116 117 Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Boot SequenceOption Settings 118119 Clearing Forgotten PasswordsChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Cmos Settings 120Contacting Dell Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 Fax Technical Support 135Employee Purchase Program EPP Support 136 137 138 Index Index 139140 Index Reinstalling Windows XP Index 141142 Index Wizard, 37 reinstalling, 12, 57 scanner, 42 System Restore Index 143144 Index