Dell Inspiron 530 User Manual
Dell™ Inspiron™ 530 Series
Owner’s Manual
Model DCMF
www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of
your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data
and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury,
or death.
If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to
Microsoft
®
Windows® operating systems are not applicable.
Abbreviations and Acronyms
For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the "Glossary" on page 203.
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Model DCMF
September 2008 P/N KP338 Rev. A05
Contents
Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer . . . 15
Front View of the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Inspiron 530/530a/530c
Inspiron 530b/530d
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Back View of the Computer
Inspiron 530/530a/530c
Inspiron 530b/530d
Back Panel Connectors
Inspiron 530/530a/530c
Inspiron 530b/530d
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Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
Setting Up a Printer
Printer Cable
Connecting a USB Printer
Playing CDs and DVDs
Adjusting the Volume
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Configuring the Audio Connectors for
5.1-Channel
Adjusting the Picture
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Contents 3
Copying CDs and DVDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
How to Copy a CD or DVD
Using Blank CDs and DVDs
Helpful Tips
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Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
Connecting Two Monitors
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Connecting Two Monitors With VGA
Connectors
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Connecting One Monitor With a VGA Connector
and One Monitor With a DVI Connector
Connecting a TV
Changing the Display Settings
Power Management
Power Management Options in
Microsoft
Standby Mode
Hibernate Mode
Power Options Properties
Power Management Options in
Windows Vista
Standby Mode
Hibernate Mode
Power Plan Properties
Enabling SpeedStep™ Technology
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®
Windows® XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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4 Contents
About RAID Configurations
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RAID Level 1 Configuration
Configuring Your Hard Drives for RAID
Configuring for RAID Using the Intel
Option ROM Utility
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Configuring for RAID Using the Intel
Matrix Storage Manager
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®
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Transferring Information to a New Computer . . . . . . 54
®
Microsoft
Windows® XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Connecting to a Network Adapter
Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft
Windows
®
XP Operating System. . . . . . . . . . 59
Setting Up a Network in the Windows Vista
Operating System
Connecting to the Internet
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Setting Up Your Internet Connection
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2 Solving Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Troubleshooting Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Battery Problems
Drive Problems
CD and DVD drive problems
Hard drive problems
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Error Messages
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Keyboard Problems
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Lockups and Software Problems
The computer does not start up
The computer stops responding
A program stops responding
A program crashes repeatedly
A program is designed for an earlier
Microsoft
®
Windows® operating system . . . . . 71
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Contents 5
A solid blue screen appears . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Other software problems
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Media Card Reader Problems
Memory Problems
Mouse Problems
Network Problems
Power Problems
Printer Problems
Scanner Problems
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Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from speakers
No sound from headphones
Video and Monitor Problems
If the screen is blank
If the screen is difficult to read
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3 Troubleshooting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
6 Contents
Power Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Beep Codes
System Messages
Dell Diagnostics
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When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
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Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your
Hard Drive
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Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the
Drivers and Utilities Media
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
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Drivers
What is a Driver?
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Identifying Drivers
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
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Troubleshooting Software and Hardware
Problems in the Microsoft Windows
Windows Vista
®
Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Restoring Your Operating System
Using Microsoft
®
Windows® System Restore . . . 98
®
XP and
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Using Dell PC Restore and Dell Factory
Image Restore
Using the Operating System CD
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4 Removing and Installing Parts . . . . . . . 105
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Recommended Tools
Turning Off Your Computer
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Removing the Computer Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Inside View of Your Computer
System Board Components
Inspiron 530
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Inspiron 530a
Inspiron 530b
Inspiron 530c
Inspiron 530d
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Contents 7
Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments . . . . 120
Memory
Cards
Bezel
Drives
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Memory Installation Guidelines
Installing Memory
Removing Memory
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PCI and PCI Express Cards
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Removing the Bezel
Replacing the Bezel
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Recommended Drive Cable Connections
Connecting Drive Cables
Drive Interface Connectors
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Connecting and Disconnecting Drive
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Cables
Hard Drives
Floppy Drive (Optional)
Media Card Reader
CD/DVD Drive
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8 Contents
Battery
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Replacing the Battery
Power Supply
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Replacing the Power Supply
I/O Panel
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Removing the I/O Panel
Installing the I/O Panel
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Processor Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Removing the Processor Fan/Heat
Sink Assembly
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Installing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink
Assembly
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Processor
Chassis Fan
System Board
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Removing the Processor
Installing the Processor
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Removing the Chassis Fan
Replacing the Chassis Fan
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Removing the System Board
Installing the System Board
Replacing the Computer Cover
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A Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Inspiron 530/530a/530c
Inspiron 530b/530d
Inspiron 530/530a/530b/530c/530d
System Setup
Overview
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Entering System Setup
System Setup Options
Boot Sequence
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Contents 9
Clearing Forgotten Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Inspiron 530
Inspiron 530a
Inspiron 530b
Inspiron 530c
Inspiron 530d
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Clearing CMOS Settings
Flashing the BIOS
Cleaning Your Computer
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
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Mouse
Floppy Drive (Optional)
CDs and DVDs
Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
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Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software
and Peripherals
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Definition of "Third-Party" Software
and Peripherals
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
FCC Class B
Contacting Dell
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Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Index
10 Contents
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Finding Information
NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your
computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.
NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.
What Are You Looking For? Find it Here
• Warranty information
• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)
• Safety instructions
• Regulatory information
• Ergonomics information
• End User License Agreement
Dell™ Product Information Guide
• How to set up my computer
• Model Number
Setup Diagram
See the back of your computer for the
model number.
NOTE: If there is no label present, the model
number is Inspiron 530.
Finding Information 11
What Are You Looking For? Find it Here
• Service Tag and Express Service Code
• Microsoft Windows License Label
• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints
and tips, articles from technicians, and
online courses, frequently asked
questions
• Community — Online discussion with
other Dell customers
• Upgrades — Upgrade information for
components, such as memory, the hard
drive, and the operating system
• Customer Care — Contact
information, service call and order
status, warranty, and repair
information
• Service and support — Service call
status and support history, service
contract, online discussions with
technical support
• Reference — Computer
documentation, details on my
computer configuration, product
specifications, and white papers
• Downloads — Certified drivers,
patches, and software updates
Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows®
License
These labels are located on your computer.
•Use the Service Tag to identify your
computer when you use
or contact support.
•Enter the Express Service Code to direct
your call when contacting support.
Dell Support Website — support.dell.com
NOTE: Select your region to view the
appropriate support site.
NOTE: Corporate, government, and
education customers can also use the
customized Dell Premier Support website at
premier.support.dell.com.
support.dell.com
12 Finding Information
What Are You Looking For? Find it Here
• Desktop System Software (DSS)— If
you reinstall the operating system for
your computer, you should also
reinstall the DSS utility. DSS provides
critical updates for your operating
system and support for Dell™ 3.5-inch
USB floppy drives, optical drives, and
USB devices. DSS is necessary for
correct operation of your Dell
computer. The software automatically
detects your computer and operating
system and installs the updates
appropriate for your configuration.
To download
1
Go to
support.dell.com
and Downloads
2
Click
Select Model
3
Select your product model and click
Confirm
Go
.
4
Click
System Utilities
5
Click
Desktop System Software
Dell - Utility
6
Click
Run
save the driver to your computer.
NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface
may vary depending on your selections.
NOTE: DSS may or may not be available for
your desktop model.
• How to use your Windows® operating
system
• How to work with programs and files
• How to personalize my desktop
Windows Help and Support
1
To access Windows Help and Support:
• In Windows XP, click
Help and Support
• In Windows Vista
Vista Start button
and Support
2
Type a word or phrase that describes your
problem, and then click the arrow icon.
3
Click the topic that describes your
problem.
4
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Desktop
System Software:
and click
Drivers
.
.
, or enter a service tag and click
.
under
, and click
to run the driver, or
Download Now
Save
to
Start and click
.
.
®
, click the Windows
and click
Help
.
Finding Information 13
14 Finding Information
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Front View of the Computer
Inspiron 530/530a/530c
1
2
14
13
12
11
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Setting Up and Using Your Computer 15
1 Service Tag (located on
top of the chassis
towards the back)
2 CD/DVD drive Use the CD/DVD drive for playing a CD/DVD.
3 CD/DVD eject button Press to eject a disk from the CD or DVD drive.
4 optional CD/DVD drive
bay
5 optional CD/DVD eject
button
6 USB 2.0 connectors (4) Use the front USB connectors for devices that you
7 IEEE 1394 connector
(optional)
8 headphone connector Use the headphone connector to attach
9 power button,
power light
Use the Service Tag to identify your computer
when you access the Dell Support website or call
technical support.
Can contain an optional CD/DVD drive.
Press to eject a disk from the optional CD or
DVD drive.
connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras,
or for bootable USB devices (see "System Setup
Options" on page 189 for more information on
booting to a USB device).
It is recommended that you use the back USB
connectors for devices that typically remain
connected, such as printers and keyboards.
Attach high-speed serial multimedia devices, such
as digital video cameras.
headphones and most kinds of speakers.
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
The light in the center of this button indicates
power state. See "Controls and Lights" on page 185
for more information.
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not use the
power button to turn off the computer. Instead,
perform an operating system shutdown.
10 drive activity light The drive activity light is on when the computer
reads data from or writes data to the hard drive.
The light might also be on when a device such as a
CD player is operating.
11 front panel door grip Slide up the front panel door grip to cover the
FlexBay drive, four Universal Serial Bus (USB)
connectors, one headphone connector, and one
microphone connector.
16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
12 microphone connector Use the microphone connector to attach a personal
computer microphone for voice or musical input
into a sound or telephony program.
On computers with a sound card, the microphone
connector is on the card.
13 FlexBay drive Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional
Media Card Reader.
14 CD/DVD drive panel This panel covers the CD/DVD drive.
(Shown in open position)
Inspiron 530b/530d
1
2
14
13
12
11
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Setting Up and Using Your Computer 17
1 Service Tag (located on
top of the chassis
towards the back)
2 CD/DVD drive Use the CD/DVD drive for playing a CD/DVD.
3 CD/DVD eject button Press to eject a disk from the CD or DVD drive.
4 optional CD/DVD drive
bay
5 optional CD/DVD eject
button
6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for devices that you
7 IEEE 1394 connector
(optional)
8 headphone connector Use the headphone connector to attach
9 power button,
power light
Use the Service Tag to identify your computer
when you access the Dell Support website or call
technical support.
Can contain an optional CD/DVD drive.
Press to eject a disk from the optional CD or
DVD drive.
connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras,
or for bootable USB devices (see "System Setup
Options" on page 189 for more information on
booting to a USB device).
It is recommended that you use the back USB
connectors for devices that typically remain
connected, such as printers and keyboards.
Attach high-speed serial multimedia devices, such
as digital video cameras.
headphones and most kinds of speakers.
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
The light in the center of this button indicates
power state. See "Controls and Lights" on page 185
for more information.
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, do not use the
power button to turn off the computer. Instead,
perform an operating system shutdown.
10 drive activity light The drive activity light is on when the computer
reads data from or writes data to the hard drive.
The light might also be on when a device such as a
CD player is operating.
11 front panel door grip Slide up the front panel door grip to cover the
FlexBay drive, four Universal Serial Bus (USB)
connectors, one headphone connector, and one
microphone connector.
18 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
12 microphone connector Use the microphone connector to attach a personal
computer microphone for voice or musical input
into a sound or telephony program.
On computers with a sound card, the microphone
connector is on the card.
13 FlexBay drive Can contain an optional floppy drive or optional
Media Card Reader.
14 CD/DVD drive panel This panel covers the CD/DVD drive.
(Shown in open position)
Back View of the Computer
Inspiron 530/530a/530c
1
2
3
7
4
5
Setting Up and Using Your Computer 19
6
1 power connector Insert the power cable.
2 voltage selector switch For selecting voltage rating.
3 power supply light Indicates power availability for power supply.
4 back panel connectors Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the
appropriate connector. See "Back Panel Connectors"
on page 22for more information.
5 card slots Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI
Express cards.
6 padlock rings Padlock rings are for attaching a commercially
available theft-deterrent device. The padlock rings
allow you to secure the computer cover to the
chassis with a padlock to prevent unauthorized
access to the inside of the computer. To use the
padlock rings, insert a commercially available
padlock through the rings, and then lock the
padlock.
7 security cable slot Security cable slot lets you attach a commercially
available antitheft device to the computer. For more
information, see the instructions included with the
device.
CAUTION: Ensure that none of the system air vents are blocked. Blocking them
can cause serious thermal problems.
20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Inspiron 530b/530d
1
2
3
7
4
5
6
Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21
1 power connector Insert the power cable.
2 voltage selector
switch
3 power supply light Indicates power availability for power supply.
4 back panel
connectors
5 card slots Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI Express
6 padlock rings Padlock rings are for attaching a commercially available
7 security cable slot Security cable slot lets you attach a commercially available
For selecting voltage rating.
Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate
connector. See "Back Panel Connectors" on page 22for
more information.
cards.
theft-deterrent device. The padlock rings allow you to
secure the computer cover to the chassis with a padlock to
prevent unauthorized access to the inside of the computer.
To use the padlock rings, insert a commercially available
padlock through the rings, and then lock the padlock.
antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see
the instructions included with the device.
Back Panel Connectors
Inspiron 530/530a/530c
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2
9
10
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5
6
7
1 network activity
light
2 network adapter
connector
Flashes a yellow light when the computer is transmitting
or receiving network data. A high volume of network traffic
may make this light appear to be in a steady "on" state.
To attach your computer to a network or broadband
device, connect one end of a network cable to either a
network port or your network or broadband device.
Connect the other end of the network cable to the network
adapter connector on the back panel of your computer.
A click indicates that the network cable has been securely
attached.
NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the network
connector.
On computers with a network connector card, use the
connector on the card.
It is recommended that you use Category 5 wiring and
connectors for your network. If you must use Category 3
wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to ensure
reliable operation.
3 link integrity light
4 center/subwoofer
connector
5 line-in connector Use the blue line-in connector to attach a record/playback
• Green — A good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps
network and the computer.
• Off — The computer is not detecting a physical
connection to the network.
Use the orange connector to attach a speaker to a Low
Frequency Effects (LFE) audio channel. LFE audio
channel is found in digital surround sound audio schemes
that carries only low frequency information of 80 Hz and
below. The LFE channel drives a subwoofer to provide
extremely low bass extension. Systems not using
subwoofers can shunt the LFE information to the main
speakers in the surround sound set-up.
device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR.
On computers with a sound card, use the connector on
the card.
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6 front L/R line-out
connector
7 microphone Use the pink connector to attach a personal computer
8 side L/R surround
connector
9 rear L/R surround
connector
10 USB 2.0
connectors (4)
11 VGA video
connector
Use the green line-out connector (available on computers
with integrated sound) to attach headphones and most
speakers with integrated amplifiers.
On computers with a sound card, use the connector on
the card.
microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or
telephony program.
On computers with a sound card, the microphone
connector is on the card.
Use the gray connector to provide enhanced surround
audio for computers with 7.1 speakers.
On computers with a sound card, the microphone
connector is on the card.
Use the black surround connector to attach multichannelcapable speakers.
Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically
remain connected, such as printers and keyboards.
It is recommended that you use the front USB connectors
for devices that you connect occasionally, such as joysticks
or cameras.
Connect the monitor’s VGA cable to the VGA connector
on the computer.
On computers with a video card, use the connector on the
card.
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Inspiron 530b/530d
1 network activity
light
2 network adapter
connector
3 link integrity light
1
2
8
Flashes a yellow light when the computer is transmitting
or receiving network data. A high volume of network traffic
may make this light appear to be in a steady "on" state.
To attach your computer to a network or broadband
device, connect one end of a network cable to either a
network port or your network or broadband device.
Connect the other end of the network cable to the network
adapter connector on the back panel of your computer.
A click indicates that the network cable has been securely
attached.
7
3
4
5
6
NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the network
connector.
On computers with a network connector card, use the
connector on the card.
It is recommended that you use Category 5 wiring and
connectors for your network. If you must use Category 3
wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to ensure
reliable operation.
• Green — A good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps
network and the computer.
• Off — The computer is not detecting a physical
connection to the network.
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4 line-in connector /
surround out
5 front L/R line-out
connector
6 microphone
connector / center
/ sub woofer
speaker out
7 USB 2.0
connectors (4)
8 VGA video
connector
Use the blue line-in connector to attach a record/playback
device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR.
On computers with a sound card, use the connector on
the card.
NOTE: To configure this connector to 5.1 - Channel, see
"Configuring the Audio Connectors for 5.1-Channel" on
page 33.
Use the green line-out connector (available on computers
with integrated sound) to attach headphones and most
speakers with integrated amplifiers.
On computers with a sound card, use the connector on
the card.
Use the pink connector to attach a personal computer
microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or
telephony program.
On computers with a sound card, the microphone
connector is on the card.
NOTE: To configure this connector to 5.1 - Channel, see
"Configuring the Audio Connectors for 5.1-Channel" on
page 33.
Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically
remain connected, such as printers and keyboards.
It is recommended that you use the front USB connectors
for devices that you connect occasionally, such as joysticks
or cameras.
Connect the monitor’s VGA cable to the VGA connector
on the computer.
On computers with a video card, use the connector on the
card.
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Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
Installing your computer in an enclosure can restrict the airflow and impact
your computer’s performance, possibly causing it to overheat. Follow the
guidelines below when installing your computer in an enclosure:
NOTICE: The operating temperature specifications indicated in this Owner’s
Manual reflects the maximum ambient operating temperature. The room ambient
temperature needs to be a consideration when installing your computer in an
enclosure. For example, if the ambient room temperature is at 25° C (77° F),
depending on your computer’s specifications, you only have 5° to 10° C (9° to 18° F)
temperature margin before you reach your computer’s maximum operating
temperature. For details about your computer’s specifications, see "Specifications"
on page 179.
• Leave a 10.2 cm (4 inches) minimum clearance on all vented sides of the
computer to permit the airflow required for proper ventilation.
• If your enclosure has doors, they need to be of a type that allows at least
30% airflow through the enclosure (front and back).
• If your computer is installed in a corner on a desk or under a desk, leave at
least 5.1 cm (2 inches) clearance from the back of the computer to the wall
to permit the airflow required for proper ventilation.
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• Do not install your computer in an enclosure that does not allow airflow.
Restricting the airflow impacts your computer’s performance, possibly
causing it to overheat.
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Setting Up a Printer
NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to
the computer.
See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information,
including how to:
• Obtain and install updated drivers.
• Connect the printer to the computer.
• Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge.
For technical assistance, refer to the printer owner's manual or contact the
printer manufacturer.
Printer Cable
Your printer connects to your computer with either a USB cable or a parallel
cable. Your printer may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a
cable separately, ensure that it is compatible with your printer and computer.
If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your
computer, the cable may arrive in the computer’s shipping box.
Connecting a USB Printer
NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on.
1
Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so.
2
Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors on the computer and
the printer. The USB connectors fit only one way.
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1
2
3
1 USB connector on
computer
3
Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer.
4
Depending on your computer’s operating system, a printer wizard may be
2 USB connector on
printer
3 USB printer
cable
available to help you install the printer driver:
If your computer is running the Microsoft
system and the
Add New Hardware Wizard
If your computer is running the Windows Vista
the Windows Vista Start button , and click
start the
5
Install the printer driver if necessary. See "Reinstalling Drivers and
Add Printer Wizard
.
®
Windows®
XP operating
window appears, click
®
operating system, click
Network→ Add a printer
Utilities" on page 95 and the documentation that came with your printer.
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