Dell Precision T7400 User’s Guide
August
Contents
RAID Configuration and Management
Performing Configuration Tasks
Trusted Platform Module TPM
Security Management Software
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
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Replacing the Front Panel and Computer Cover 144
139
Removing the Computer Cover and Front Panel 141
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Technical Support and Customer Service
Automated Order-Status Service
Contents
Contents
Finding Information
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
Drivers and Utilities Disc
Quick Reference Guide
At support.dell.com
Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License
What Are You Looking For?
Dell Support Website support.dell.com
Windows Help and Support
Dell Supported Linux Sites
Finding Information
About Your Computer
Front View of the Computer
5.25-inch drive bays
Back View of the Computer
Back Panel Connectors
Information, see System Setup Options on
Link integrity light
Inside View
System Board Components
USB Intusb
B l e C o l o r s
Memory
Specifications
Processor
System Information
Expansion
PCI
Ports and Connectors
Video
Key Combinations
Audio
Drives
Controls and Lights
Power
Physical
Environmental
LegacySelect Technology Control
Manageability
Alert Standard Format
Alert Description
Chassis intrusion alert has been cleared
Power Management
Dell OpenManage IT Assistant
Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation
Sleep Mode Wake-Up Methods Windows XP
About RAID Configurations
Hyperthreading and Multi-Core Technology
RAID Level
RAID Level
Hard drive
RAID Level
Configuring Your Computer for RAID
RAID Configuration Utility
RAID Configuration and Management
Entering the RAID Configuration Utility
Performing Configuration Tasks
Creating a RAID Level 0 Configuration
Exit Screen
Creating a RAID Level 1 Configuration
Creating a Second RAID Volume
Viewing RAID Volume Properties
Synchronizing a RAID Volume Virtual Disk
Activating a RAID Volume
Deleting a RAID Volume
Replacing and Rebuilding a Degraded RAID Volume
From the Adapter Properties screen, select RAID Properties
Advanced Features
Setting Up Your Computer
Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
Setting Up Your Computer
Connecting to the Internet
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Windows XP
Transferring Information to a New Computer
Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows XP
To prepare a new computer for the file transfer
Setting Up Your Computer
Setting Up Your Computer
Power Protection Devices
Microsoft Windows Vista
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Surge Protectors
Line Conditioners
Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
Chassis Intrusion Detection
Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector
Security Cable Lock
Passwords
About Passwords
Using a Primary or System Password
Type of Password Features
Option Settings
Assigning a System Password
Typing Your System Password
Deleting or Changing an Existing System Password
Using an Administrator Password
Assigning an Administrator Password
Disabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New Password
Deleting or Changing an Existing Administrator Password
Enabling the TPM Feature
Trusted Platform Module TPM
Computer Tracking Software
Using the Security Management Software
Security Management Software
Activating the Security Management Software
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
Securing Your Computer
Entering System Setup
System Setup Options
Overview
Date, Service Tag, Express Service Code, and Asset Tag
Ahci
COM3
Video
Security
Unlocked
Maintenance
Read and U for Unread. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to
Boot Menu
Option Settings
Selecting the Boot Device for the Current Boot
Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots
Booting to a USB Device
Memory Key
Floppy Drive
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
Jumper Setting
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
Clearing Cmos Settings
Flashing the Bios
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
Floppy Drive
CDs and DVDs
Cleaning Your Computer
Solving Problems
Battery Problems
Drive Problems
Optical drive problems
Problems writing to an optical drive
Mail and Internet Problems
Hard drive problems
Computer does not start up
Keyboard Problems
Lockups and Software Problems
Computer stops responding
Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system
Program stops responding
Program crashes repeatedly
Solid blue screen appears
Memory Problems
Other software problems
Mouse Problems
Network Problems
Power Problems
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Printer Problems
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Scanner Problems
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Sound Problems
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Diagnostic Lights Power
Diagnostic Lights
Diagnostic Light Codes Before Post
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Suggested Resolution
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Diagnostic Light Codes During Post
Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution
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Light Pattern Problem Description
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Power Lights
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Beep Codes
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Code Cause
Error Messages
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Do not use these characters in filenames
VO L T a G E I S L O W Replace the battery. See
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T a Error See Drive Problems on
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Dell Diagnostics
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
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Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
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Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
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Option Function
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Tab Function
Diagnostics Checklist
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Identifying Drivers
What Is a Driver?
Drivers
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows Vista
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Using Windows Device Driver Rollback
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Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter
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Restoring Your Operating System
Using Microsoft Windows System Restore
Starting System Restore
132
Undoing the Last System Restore
Enabling System Restore
133
Using Dell PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore
Windows XP Dell PC Restore
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135
Windows Vista Dell Factory Image Restore
136
Before you Begin
Using the Operating System Disc
Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista
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Turning Off Your Computer
Before You Begin
Recommended Tools
139
Before Working Inside Your Computer
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Removing the Computer Cover and Front Panel
Removing the Computer Cover
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Removing the Front Panel
143
Replacing the Front Panel and Computer Cover
Replacing the Front Panel
144
Replacing the Computer Cover
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Panel
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Panel Components
147
Removing the I/O Panel
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Replacing the I/O Panel
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Processor
Removing the Processor
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Heat-sink assembly
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Installing the Processor
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Power Supply
DC Connector Pin Assignments
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DC Power Connector P1
Pin Number Signal name Wire Color
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DC Power Connectors P2
Pin Number Signal Name
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DC Power Connector P5
DC Power Connector P7
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DC Power Connectors P10, P11
DC Power Connectors P12, P13, P14, P15, P16, P17
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AWG Wire
DC Power Connector P18
DC Power Connector P19
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DC Power Connector P22, P23
DC Power Connector P24
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Removing the Power Supply
DC Power Connector FDD
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About the Battery
Battery
Replacing the Power Supply
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Removing the Battery
170
Replacing the Battery
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Memory
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Memory Installation
Fully Buffered Dimm FBD Memory Overview
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Removing Memory Without Memory Riser Cards
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Memory Installation With Optional Memory Riser Cards
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Installing Memory With Optional Memory Riser Cards
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Removing Memory With Optional Memory Riser Cards
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Cards
Expansion Card Support
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Installing an Expansion Card
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Removing an Expansion Card
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Removing the Optional Graphics Riser Card
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Drives
Replacing the Optional Graphics Riser Card
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General Drive Installation Guidelines
General Drive Installation Guidelines
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Removing a Hard Drive Hard Drive Bays
Controller Card Data Cable Connectors
Hard Drive
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Installing a Hard Drive Hard Drive Bays
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Removing a Fifth Sata Hard Drive Optional
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Installing a Fifth Sata Hard Drive Optional
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Drive Panels
Removing the Drive Panel
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Removing a Drive-Panel Insert
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Replacing a Drive-Panel Insert
Replacing the Drive Panel
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Removing a Floppy Drive
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Installing a Floppy Drive
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Media Card Reader
Removing a Media Card Reader
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Installing a Media Card Reader
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Optical Drive
Removing an Optical Drive
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Installing an Optical Drive
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System Board
Removing the System Board
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Replacing the System Board
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Obtaining Assistance
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Technical Support and Customer Service
Online Services
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Automated Order-Status Service
Problems With Your Order
AutoTech Service
Product Information
Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
Before You Call
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Contacting Dell
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FCC Notice U.S. Only
FCC Class B
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Glossary
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Product ID
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Module bay See media bay
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NIC See network adapter
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Video resolution See resolution
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