Dell 330 User Manual

Dell Precision™ WorkStation 330 Systems

USER’S GUIDE

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Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better

use of your computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE ind icates either potential damage to hardware or loss of

data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Safety First—For You and Your Computer

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Ergonomic Computing Habits

1 About Your Computer

Finding Information and Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Front View of Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Controls and Indicators

Back View of Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting Devices

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Inside Your Computer

System Board Components

2 Advanced Features

System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Entering System Setup System Setup Screens System Setup Navigati on Keys

Changing the Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Network Operations Integrated Devices

Manageability

Dell OpenManage IT Assistant

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Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation. . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Downloading Systems Management Utilities . . . . . . . . . . 35

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Chassis Intrusion Detection

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Security Cable Sl ot and Padlock Ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Password Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

System Password

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Setup Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Installing and Configuring Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

TAPI

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Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Dell System Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

AutoShutdown

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Asset Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Auto Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

3 Installing Upgrades

Computer Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Removing the Computer Cover

Replacing the Computer Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Interior Service Label

Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Front Panel (Mini Tower Chassis Only) System Memory

System Memory Installation Guidelines Upgrading System Mem o ry Removing a Memory Module

4 Contents

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Installing a Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Disk Drives and Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Installing a CD, Zip, or Other Externally Accessible Drive in a Mini Tower Chassis

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Installing a CD, Zip, or Other Externally Accessible Drive in a Desktop Chassis

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Installing a Hard Drive in a Mini Tower Chassis . . . . . . . . . 79

Installing a Hard Drive in a Desktop Chassis . . . . . . . . . . 86

EIDE Device Installation Guidelines SCSI Device Installation Guidelines

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AGP Card Brace (Mini Tower Chassis Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Expansion Cards

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Installing an Expansion Card Rem ovi n g an Expa ns io n Car d

Microprocessor

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Upgrading the Microprocessor

System Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

4 Technical Specifications

5 Solving Problems

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Power Probl ems

Monitor Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Video Problems Sound and Speaker Proble ms

Prin ter Probl ems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Serial or Parallel Device Problems Mouse Problems

Keyboard Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Diskette Drive Problems

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Hard Drive Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Expansion-Card Problems

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Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Recover From a Program That Is Not Responding . . . . . . . 141

Restart a Computer That Is Not Responding

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Repairing a Wet Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Repairing a Dropped or Damaged Computer . . . . . . . . . . 143

Hardware Conflicts System Memory Problems

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Microprocessor Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

System Board Problems

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Reset Corrupted BIOS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

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Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Before You Start Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Running the Dell Diagnostics

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Advanced Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Messages and Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

System Messages

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System Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

Warning Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

Diagnostics Messages

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Diagnostic Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

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Software Problems

Operating System Compatibility

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Input Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Error Messages Device Drivers

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Memory-Resident Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

Program Conflicts Memory Address Conflicts

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Interrupt Assignment Conflicts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

BIOS Recovery Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

6 Getting Help

Help Overvie w . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Technical Assistance

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Help Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Problems With Your Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Product Information

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Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit

Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

Dell Contact Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

7 Additional Information

Regulatory Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

FCC Notices (U.S. Only)

Class A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

Class B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

IC Notice (Canada Only)

CE Notice (European Union) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

Battery Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202

EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only)

VCCI Notice (Japan Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

Class A ITE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

MIC Notice (Republic of Korea Only)

Polish Center for Te sting and Certification Notice . . . . . . . 206

Wymagania Polskiego Centrum BadaÒ i Certyfikacji PozostaŠe instrukcje bezpiec zeÒstwa

BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

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ENERGY STAR® Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210

Limited Warranty and Return Policy

Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)

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Three-Year Limited Warranty (Canada Only) . . . . . . . . . . 214

One-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only)

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"Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. and Canada Only) . . . 220

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Safety Instructions

Safety First—Fo r You and Your Computer

Before you remove the computer cover, perform the following steps in the sequence indicated.

NOTICE: Do not attempt to service the co mputer yourself, except as

explained in your online Dell™ documentation or otherwise provided to you. Always follow installation and service instructions closely.

CAUTION: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is

incorrectly installed. Replace the batter y only with the same or equivalent type recomme nded by the manufacture r. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructio ns.

1 Turn off your computer and any peripherals. 2 Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the

chassis, such as the metal around the card-slot openings at the ba ck of the computer, before touching anything inside your computer.

While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis to dissipate any static electricity that might harm internal components.

3 Disconnect your computer and peripherals from their power sources.

Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.

Doing so reduces the potential for personal injury or shock.

In addition, take note of these safety gu idelines when appropriate:

• When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-

relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, pre ss in on the locking tabs before disconnecting the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.

• Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the

components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a microprocessor chip by its edges, not by its pins.

Also see "Protecting Against Electrostatic D ischarge." In addition, Dell recommends that you periodically review the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

Static electricity can harm delicate components inside your computer. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer’s electroni c components, such as the microprocessor. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.

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As you continue to work inside the computer, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to remove any static charge your body may have accumulated.

You can also take the following ste ps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):

• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping

carton, do not remove the compon ent from the antistat ic packing material until you are ready to install the component in your computer. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body.

• When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic

container or packaging.

• Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use

antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.

Ergonomic Computing Habits

CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard u se may resul t in

injury.

CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of

time may result in eye strain.

For comfort and efficiency, observe the following ergonomic guidelines when setting up and using your computer system:

• Position your system so that the monitor and keyboard are directly in

front of you as you work. Special shelves are available (from Dell and other sources) to help you correctly position your keyboard.

• Set the monitor at a comforta ble viewing distance (usually 510 to 610

millimeters [20 to 24 inches] from your eyes).

• Make sure the monitor screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you

are sitting in front of the monitor.

• Adjust the tilt of the monitor, its contrast and brightness settings, and

the lighting around you (such as overhead lights, desk lamps, and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare on the monitor screen.

• Use a chair that provides good lower back support.

• Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral,

comfortable position while using the keyboard or mouse.

• Always leave space to rest your hands while using the keyboard or

mouse.

• Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides.

• Sit erect, with your feet resting on the floor and your thighs level.

• When sitting, make sure the weight of your legs is on your feet and not

on the front of your chair seat. Adjust your chair’s height or use a footrest, if necessary, to maintain proper posture.

• Vary your work activities. Try to organize your work so that you do not

have to type for extended periods of time. When you stop typing, try to do things that use both hands.

Wrists rel a xed and flat

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Arms at desk level

Feet flat on the floor

Monitor screen at or below eye level

Monitor and keyboard positioned directly in front of the user

SECTION 1

About Your Computer

Finding Information and Assistance Front View of Your Computer Back View of Your Computer Inside Your Computer

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Finding Information and Assistance

The following table lists the resources that Dell provides as support tools. Additional resources may be shipped with your computer system.

Resources and Support Tools

Resource Contents Using the Resour ce

Setup and Quick Reference Guide

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• System setup

• Support tools

• Frequently asked questions

• Basic troubleshooting

• Upgrade information

See the Setup and Quick Reference Guide for information on the following:

• Setting up your compu ter

• Finding and using supp ort resources

• Diagnosing a problem

• Using tools and utilities

Registration and Service Labels

•Product Key (also called the Product ID or Certificate of Authenticity [COA])

• Express Service Code and Service Tag Number

The labels are located on the side of your Dell™ computer.

Dell Precision ResourceCD

•Dell Diagnostics

•Drivers

• Utilities

•Computer and device documentation

You will need the Product Key (or Product ID) number to complete th e o p er ating system setup.

The Express Service Code and Service Tag Number are unique identifiers for your Dell computer.

For more information, see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide.

See the main menu on the ResourceCD that was shipped with your computer. Use the pull-down menu to make selections appropriate for your computer . You can perform the following tasks:

• Diagnose a problem

• Install or reinstall drivers

• Obtain information on your computer and devices

NOTE: User documentation and drivers are already

installed on your computer when shipped from Dell. You can use this CD to access docume ntation, reinst all drive rs, or run diagnostic s tools.

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Resources and Support Tools

Resource Contents Using the Resour ce

Operating system CD To rei nstall your operatin g system, use the operating

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system CD that was shipped with your computer.

NOTE: The operating system CD may not include all the

latest drivers for your computer. If you reinstall your operating system, use the ResourceCD to reinstall drivers for the devices shipped with your computer.

For more information about reinstalling your operating system, see the op erating system i nstallation documentation that was shipped with your computer.

Operating system installati on guide

User’s guides for your computer and peripherals

Dell support website

•Ask Dudley

• Dell Knowledge Base

•Dell Documents

•DellTalk

•File downloads

•TechFax

•Vendor links

See the operating system installation guide for information on reinstalling and configuring your operating system.

Double-click the User’s Guides icon on your desktop to access the electronic documentation stored on your hard drive. Obtai n information o n th e fo llowing:

• Using your computer

• Installing upgrades in your computer

• Installing a nd configuring software on y o ur computer

• Diagnosing a system problem

• Technical specif ications

• Peripheral documentation

Go to http://support.dell.com:

• Get help with general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions

• Access documentation about your computer and devices

• Get the latest versions of the drivers for your computer

• Join online discussions with other Dell customers and Dell technical professionals

• Explore a list of online links to Dell's primary vendors

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Resources and Support Tools

Resource Contents Using the Resour ce

Dell Premier Support website

•Service call status

•Top technical issues by

• Frequently asked questions

• Customized serv ic e ta gs

• System configuration deta il

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Interior service la bel A service label affixed to the inside of your computer

(continued)

Go to http://premiersupport.dell.com: The Dell Premier Support website is customized for

corporate, government, and education customers.

product

by product number

cover provides information about working inside your computer.

Operating system documentation

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Click Start and select Help to obtain in form at io n on your operating system.

Front View of Your Computer

The following figures show the controls and indicators located on the front panel of the mini tower and des ktop systems.

Front View of the Mini Tower Chassis

diskette-drive access indicator

reset button

hard-drive access indicator

cover release button

power button

power indicator

NOTE: Before you remove the cover from the mini tower chassis, you must

first slide the outer padlock ring to the left to unlock the cover release mechanism. See "Cover Releas e Mechanism (Mini Tower Chassis)."

NOTE: See "Front-Panel Indicators" for a description of indicator codes and

operations.

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Front View of the Desktop Chassis

reset button

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power indicator

NOTE: See "Front-Panel Indicators" for a description of indicator codes and

operations.

power button

hard-drive access indicator

diskette-drive access indicator

Controls and Indicators

• Reset button — reboots (restarts) the system in a way that reduces

stress on system components. Before you push this button, save and close all open files and application programs if possible to avoid losing data. Then perform an orderly shutdown of the operating system.

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If your computer is not responding, you can press the reset button to reboot the system. For more information, see "Recover From a

Program That Is Not Responding" and "Restart a Computer That Is Not Responding."

NOTICE: If your compute r is not respo nding, t urning off power o r unplugg ing

the power cord should be done only as a last resort. Doing so can cause problems with system settings and configuration.

• Power button — controls the system's AC input power. See the

following table for power button functions on systems running Microsoft

Windo ws® or WindowsNT®.

Power Button Functions

Computer St atus Power Button Func tion

Off Press and rel ease to turn the computer on. On Press and hold for more than 6 seconds to immediately turn

the computer of f .

NOTE: Use this method only if the computer will not shut

down normally.

On (Windows NT) Press and release to attempt an orderly shutdown.

NOTE: This works only if the Dell System Utilities are

loaded on the computer. Without the utilities, the computer immediately turns off rather than perf orms an orderly shut down.

On (Windows 2000) Press and release to put the computer in the sleep state.

NOTE: This works dependi ng on how Windows 2000 is

configured. For more information, see "Power

Management."

Sleep state (Windows 2000)

Press and release to bring the computer out of the sleep state. For more information, see "Power Management."

•Power indicator — contains an indicator that illuminates in two colors

and blinks or remains solid to indicate different states.

• Diskette-drive access indicator — lights when the drive is reading data

from, or writing data to, a diskette. Wait until this indicator turns off before you remove a diskette from the drive.

• Hard-drive access indicator — lights when a hard drive or CD drive is

reading data from, or writing data to, the drive.

• Cover release button — releases the computer cover; located on back

of the mini tower chassis and on the sides of the desktop chassis.

Back View of Your Computer

The following figure shows the connectors and indicators on the back of your computer for attaching external devices.

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Back-Panel Connectors and Indicators

network activity

line-in jack

line-out/speaker jack

parallel port connector

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serial port 2 connector

serial port 1 connector

microphone jack

PS/2 mouse connector PS/2 keyboard connector

NOTE: See "Back-Panel Indicators" for a description of indicator codes and

operations.

NIC connector

network link integrity indicator

indicator

Port 2 USB connectors (2)

Port 1 USB connectors (2)

diagnostic indicators

video connector

Connecting Devices

When you connect external devices to your computer's back panel, follow these guidelines:

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• Check the documentation that accompanied the device for specific

installation and configuration instructions. For example, you must connect most devices to a particular

input/output (I/O) port or connector to operate properly . Also , external devices like a printer usually require you to load device drivers before they will work.

• When connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) mouse or keyboard,

ensure that you connect to one of the Port 1 USB connectors.

• Always attach external devices while your computer is turned off. Then

turn on the computer before turning on any external devices, unless the documentation for the device specifies otherwise.

NOTICE: When you disconnect external devices from the back of the

computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before you reconnect any devices to avoid possible damage to the system board.

Serial Port Connectors

Default port designations: COM1 for serial port 1 and COM2 for serial port

2. You can reassign the serial port's design ation in system setup if you add an expansion card containing a serial port using this designation.

If you set the system’s serial ports to Auto in syst em setup and add an expansion card containing a serial port configured to a specific designation, the computer automatically maps (assigns) the in tegrated ports to the appropriate COM setting as necessary.

Before you add a card with a serial port, ch e ck the docume ntation that accompanied your software to ensure that the software can be mapped to the new COM port designation.

Parallel Port Connector

Used to connect printers. Default designation: LPT1.

NOTE: The integrated parallel port is automatically disabled if the system

detects an installed expansion card containing a parallel port configured to the same address as specified in the Parallel Port option in system setup.

Microphone Jack

Used to attach a standard personal computer microphone. Connect the audio cable from the microphone to the microphone jack.

Line-Out/Speaker Jack

Used to attach computer speakers. This jack is amplified, so speakers with integrated amplifiers are not required. Connect the audio cable from the speakers to this jack.

Line-In Jack

Used to attach record/pla yback devices such a s ca ssette play ers, CD pl ayers, and VCRs. Connect the line-out cable from any of these devices to the linein jack.

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PS/2 Mouse Connector

Attach the Personal System/2 (PS/2) mouse cable to the 6-p in mouse connector on the back panel. If your system uses Microsoft Windows, Dell installed the necessary mouse drivers on your hard drive.

NOTE: This connector is similar to the keyboard connector. Ensure that you

correctly identify the mouse connector befo re you connect the device.

NOTE: Do not attempt to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse

simultaneously.

PS/2 Keyboard Connector

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Attach the PS/2 keyboard cable to the 6-pin keyboard connector on the back panel.

NOTE: This connector is similar to the mouse connector. Ensure that you

correctly identify the keyboard connector before you connect the device.

USB Connectors

Used to attach USB-compliant devices such as keyboards, mice, printers, and computer speakers to your system.

NOTE: When connecting a USB mouse or keyboard, ensure that you connect

to one of the Port 1 USB connectors.

NOTE: Do not attempt to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse

simultaneously.

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NOTICE: USB devices do not operate with Microsoft Windows NT.

NIC Connector

The network interface controller (NIC), which includes a Remote W a ke Up feature, has the following indicators:

• A yellow network activity indicator flashes when the system is

transmitting or receiving network data. (A high volume of network traffic may make this indicator appear to be in a steady "on" state.)

• A dual-colored network link integrity and speed indicator, which is

green when a good connection exists between a 10-megabit per second (Mbps) network and the NIC, or is orange when a good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the NIC. When the orange or green indicator is off, the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network.

NOTICE: Do not connect a modem cable to the network adapter. Voltage

from telephone communications can damage the network adapter.

Network Cable Requirements

The NIC connector attaches an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) Ethernet cable to your system. Press one end of the UTP cable into the NIC connector until the cable snaps securely into place. Connect the other end to an RJ45 jack wall plate or to an RJ45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub, depending on your network configuration.

Dell recommends the use of Category 5 wiring and connectors for our customers’ networks.

Video Connector

Used to attach a video graphics array (VGA)-compatible monitor to your system.

Inside Your Computer

The following figures show the mini tower and desktop chassis with their covers removed.

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power supply

AC power receptacle

Inside the Mini Tower Chassis

externally accessible drive bays

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hard-drive bracket

I/O panel connectors

expansion-card slots

drive interface cable

DC power cable

system board

padlock ring

security cable slot

NOTE: Before you remove the cover from the mini tower chas sis, you must

first slide the outer padlock ring to the left to unlock the cover release mechanism. See "Cover Releas e Mechanism (Mini Tower Chassis)."

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Inside the Desktop Chassis

AC power receptacle

security cable slot

I/O panel connectors

power supply

padlock ring

expansion-card slots

drive inte rface cable

DC power cable

externally accessible drive bays

hard-drive bracket

system board

System Board Components

The following figure shows the system board and the location of its principal connectors and components.

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System Board Components

telephony connector

CD audio input connector

serial port 2 connector parallel port connector

serial port 1 connector

microprocessor fan connector

suspend-to-RAM indicator

microphone connector

line-out/speaker connector

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line-in connector

PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors

diagnostic indic ators

Port 1 USB connectors (2)

NIC and Port 2 USB connectors (2)

VRM connector

AGP Pro connector

PCI expansion card connectors (5)

microprocessor power connector

system power connector

3 41 2

345 12

diskette-drive connector

RIMM sockets (4)

microprocessor with heat sink

primary EIDE connector secondary EIDE connector

system-board screw hole

control-panel connector real-time clock reset

(RTCRST) jumper password jumper

auxiliary hard-drive access indicator connector

battery socket

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standby power indicator

external speaker

I/O fan connector

SECTION 2

Advanced Features

System Settings Manageability Security Password Protection Jumper Settings Installing and Configur ing Software TAPI Power Management Dell System Utilities

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System Settings

Each time you start your computer, it compares the installed hardware with the system configuration information stored in nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM). If the system detects a discr epa ncy, it generates an error message for each incorrect configuration setting.

You can use system settings as follows:

• To set user-selectable options such as date and time or system

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• To set the current configuration information such as the amount of

memory or type of hard drive installed

You can view the current settings at any time. Dell recommends that you record the information for future reference. If you have a line printer connected to the parallel port on your computer, you can print the system setup screens by pressing <Print Screen>.

Before you use system setup, you need to know the kind of diskette drive(s) and hard drive(s) installed in your computer. If you are unsure of this information, see the Manufacturing Test Report that came with your system and is located in the Dell Accessories folder.

Entering System Setup

1 Turn on your system. 2 If your system is already on, restart it. 3 When F2 = Setup appears in the upper-right corner of the screen,

press <F2>.

If you wait too long and your operating system begins to load into memory, let the system complete the load operation; then restart the system and try again.

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NOTE: To ensure an orderly system shutdown, consult the documentation that

accompanied your operating system.

System Setup Screens

Tab

Shift

Tab

The system setup screens display the current configuration information for your computer. Information on the screen is organized into four areas:

• Title — the box at the top of all screens that lists the computer system

name.

• Computer data — two boxes below the title box that display your

system processor, level 2 (L2) cache, service tag, and the version number of the basic input/out put sy ste m (BIOS).

• Options — a scrollable box listing options that define the

configuration of your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features.

Fields to the right of the option titles contain settings or values. Those that you can change appear bright on the screen. Those that you cannot change (because they are set by the computer) appear less bright. Wh en <Enter> to access a pop-up menu of additional options.

• Key functions — a line of boxes across the bottom of all screens that

lists keys and their functions within system setup.

• Help — press <F1> for information in the currently highlighted

option.

<Enter> appears to the right of an opti on title, press

System Setup Navigation Keys

The following table lists the keys you use to view or change information in system setup and to exit setup.

System Setup Navigation Keys

Keys Actio n

Tab

Shift

Tab

Moves to the next field.

Moves to the previous field.

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System Setup Navigation Keys

Page Up

Page Down

Enter

Alt

Keys Action

Cycles through the op tions in a field. In many fields, you can also type the appropriate value.

(continued)

Page Down

Enter

Page

Scrolls through help information.

Enters the selected field's pop-up options menu.

spacebar or In the selected field's pop-up options menu, cycles through

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Alt

the options in a field.

Exits system setup without rebooting the system and returns the system to the boot ro utine.

Exits system setup and reboots the system, implementing any changes you have made.

Resets the selected option to its default setting.

NOTE: F or most of the options, any changes you make are recorded but do not

take effect until the next time you boot the computer. For a few options (as noted in the help area), the changes take effect immediately.

Changing the Boot Sequence

The boot sequence allows you to specify the order of the devices from which the system attempts to boot.

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1 Press <Ente r> to access the Boot Sequence option's pop-up menu.

NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to

restore it.

Press the up- and down-arrow keys to move through the list of devices.

2 3 Press the spacebar to enable or disable a device (enabled devices

appear with a check mark).

4 Press plus (+) or minus (–) to move a selected device up or down the

list.

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