Dell OptiPlex Gxi User Manual

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B-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideAt least one Plug and Play card in your sys-tem is not configured due to conf

ISA Configuration Utility Messages B-3The loaded card is not a category card. Press OK to proceed.The category you have chosen is not the correct cat-

B-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideThe ICU detects a resource conflict between this card and conflicting_card. T

ISA Configuration Utility Messages B-5The configuration (.cfg) file used by the ICU for this card is now invalid or does not exist. Do you wish to loa

B-6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideConfiguration Manager Messages The Configuration Manager for the ICU identifi

ISA Configuration Utility Messages B-7ERROR: Could not read NVS, Error=Internal Error Code.An attempt to read the NVRAM failed.See the chapter titled

B-8 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideWARNING: Could not configure Plug and Play Card Name.WARNING: Could not confi

ISA Configuration Utility Messages B-9WARNING: Could not configure Plug and Play Card Name.WARNING: Could not configure PCI device, ID=DeviceID.Failed

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Regulatory Notices C-1Appendix CRegulatory NoticesFCC Notices (U.S. Only)Most Dell computer systems are classified by the Federal Communications Commi

xiiiContentsChapter 1Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1System Features. . . . . .

C-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideClass BNOTE: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

Regulatory Notices C-3EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only)CE Notice Marking by the symbol indicates compliance of this Dell system to the EMC

C-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideClass 1 NoticeThis equipment complies with the limits for a Class 1 digital d

Regulatory Notices C-5----- - - -1P[PTUBFJOTUSVLDKFCF[QJFD[FËTUXB•-•••••NOM 024 Information (Mexico Only)The following information is provided on t

C-6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideInformación para Nom 024 (únicamente para México)La información siguiente se

Warranties and Return Policy D-1Appendix DWarranties and Return PolicyLimited Three-Year Warranty (U.S. Only)Dell Computer Corporation (“Dell”) manufa

D-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideCoverage During Years Two and ThreeDuring the second and third years of this

Warranties and Return Policy D-3This warranty does not cover any items that are in one or more of the following categories: software; external devices

D-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideYOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM ONE JURISDICTION TO ANOTHER.D

Index 1IndexAAC power receptacle, 5-5alternating current. See ACAsset Tag category, 2-10assistance, technical, 1-5audio controller, 4-1Auto Power On c

xivBoot Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7Setup Password . . . . . . .

2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide connectors (continued)hard-disk drive LED, 6-2header, 7-3keyboard, 4-2, 5-5, 6

Index 3EECC category, 2-10EIDE hard-disk drivesaddressing, 7-7disabling the built-in interface, 2-9Drive 0 and Drive 1 categories, 2-4drive-type param

4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide installingDIMMs, 6-4, 6-6drives, 7-3expansion cards, 6-2microprocessor, 6-6NIC

Index 5Mmemoryadding, 6-4base memory, 2-6configurations, 6-5error messages after installing, 2-14reserved memory, 2-6messagesConfiguration Manager, B-

6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide Plug and Play expansion cardsSee also expansion cardsconfiguration, 3-2ISA Con

Index 7speed jumperssetting, 5-7, 6-10support, 1-5switches, 5-4system boardabout, 5-3features, 1-2, 6-1location, 5-9system configuration information,

8 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide Wwarnings, x, 5-1warranty information, ix, D-1Windows 95NDIS 2.01 NIC driver,

xvStarting the ICU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3Accessing Help. . . .

xviRemoving and Replacing the Expansion-Card Cage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9Removing the Expansion-Card Cage . . . . . . .

xviiAppendix ATechnical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Appendix BISA Configuration Utility Messag

xviiiLimited Three-Year Warranty (Canada Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2Coverage During Year One. . . . . . . .

xixFigure 6-7. Installing a DIMM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6Figure 6-8. Removing a DIMM. . . .

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Introduction 1-1Chapter 1IntroductionDell®OptiPlex® GXi mini tower systems are high-speed, expandable personal computers designed around Intel® Pentiu

Information in this document is subject to change without notice. 1997 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.Reproduction in any manner wh

1-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide SMART-compliant hard-disk drive in your com-puter. All hard-disk drives ship

Introduction 1-3assigned via the Asset Tag utility and viewed on the System Setup screens. For more information, see your online System User’s Guide.

1-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide The padlock ring allows you to secure the computer cover to the chassis to p

Introduction 1-5and other software can be reinstalled as originally config-ured with a minimum of downtime. If you are unable to reinstall your soft

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Using the System Setup Program 2-1Chapter 2Using the System Setup ProgramEach time you turn on your computer system or press the reset button, the sys

2-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideSystem Setup Screens The two System Setup screens, Page 1 and Page 2, dis-pla

Using the System Setup Program 2-3Figure 2-1. System Setup ScreensDell Computer CorporationPage 2 of 2 System OptiPlex GXi 5200MTbr SetupBIOS Version

2-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideSystem Setup Categories The following subsections explain in detail each of t

Using the System Setup Program 2-5To choose a setting for these categories, use the left- or right-arrow key to cycle through the choices. The options

vSafety InstructionsUse the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer system from potential damage and to ensure your own personal saf

2-6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideBase Memory Base Memory displays the amount of memory available to MS-DO

Using the System Setup Program 2-7NOTE: Read “Using the System Password Feature” found later in this chapter for instructions on assigning a system pa

2-8 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuidePower Management can be implemented at three levels—Maximum, Regular, and Min

Using the System Setup Program 2-9Mouse Mouse enables or disables the system’s built-in PS/2-compatible mouse port. Disabling the mouse allows an expa

2-10 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideECC ECC determines whether the system’s error correction code (ECC) capabili

Using the System Setup Program 2-11With a system password assigned, the status shown in the System Password category is Enabled. With the system passw

2-12 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideIf a wrong or incomplete system password is entered, the following message a

Using the System Setup Program 2-13system prompts you to enter and verify the password. If a character is illegal for password use, the system emits a

2-14 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide4. Reconnect your computer and peripherals to their power sources, and turn

Using the ISA Configuration Utility 3-1Chapter 3Using the ISA Configuration UtilityThe ISA Configuration Utility (ICU) is used by the system to track

vi•Set the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance (usually 510 to 610 millimeters [20 to 24 inches] from your eyes). •Make sure the monitor screen

3-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide4. Add, modify, or remove a card, or view resources for a card or other devic

Using the ISA Configuration Utility 3-3After you have run the ICU for your non-Plug and Play ISA expansion cards and it has configured all your Plug a

3-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideFigure 3-1. ICU WindowYou can maneuver through each menu and dialog box usin

Using the ISA Configuration Utility 3-56. To select the resources yourself, click Advanced.The Card Configuration dialog box (see Figure 3-3) displays

3-6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guideyou made to the resource values are overwritten by the default values for the

Using the ISA Configuration Utility 3-7Memory or Specify I/O Port dialog box. Click each box in succession to enter the beginning and ending addresses

3-8 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideInterrupt. When you click one of these buttons, a smaller Specify list box (i

Using the ISA Configuration Utility 3-9Usage dialog box (see Figure 3-10) displays all resources currently used by the system.Figure 3-10. System Res

3-10 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide3. Select Locking Enabled from the Advanced menu in the ICU window.A check m

Using Integrated Devices 4-1Chapter 4Using Integrated DevicesThis chapter describes the configuration software pro-vided with your system for the foll

viiWhen Working Inside Your ComputerBefore you remove the computer cover, perform the fol-lowing steps in the sequence indicated.1. Turn off your comp

4-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideNICYour computer has an integrated 10/100-megabit per second (Mbps) 3Com Peri

Using Integrated Devices 4-3Configuring the NICThis subsection provides instructions for configuring the computer’s integrated 10/100-Mbps 3Com NIC un

4-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide2. Verify that the NIC is enabled in the System Setup program.See Chapter 2,

Using Integrated Devices 4-514. In the Network Drivers dialog box, click Close.15. In the Network Setup dialog box, enter the User Name, Workgroup Nam

4-6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide10. Select 3Com Fast EtherLink XL 10/100Mb Ethernet Adapter, and click OK to

Using Integrated Devices 4-7Using the NDIS 2.01 Driver With Windows 95To install the 16-bit NDIS 2.01 NIC driver in systems running Dell-installed Win

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Working Inside Your Computer 5-1Chapter 5Working Inside Your ComputerYour Dell computer system supports a variety of internal options that expand syst

5-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideUnpacking Your Hardware OptionWhen you remove an option from its shipping car

Working Inside Your Computer 5-33. Replace the cover. Facing the left side of the computer, hold the cover at a slight angle as shown in Figure 5-3, a

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5-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideDuring an installation procedure, you may be required to change a jumper sett

Working Inside Your Computer 5-5Figure 5-5. Inside the Chassispower supplyNIC connectorAC power receptacleparallel port connector USB connectorsmouse

5-6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideFigure 5-6. System Board Jumpersjumperedunjumpered

Working Inside Your Computer 5-7System Board and Riser Board LabelsTable 5-2 lists the labels for connectors and sockets on your system board and rise

5-8 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideTable 5-2. System Board and Riser Board Connectors and SocketsConnector or S

Working Inside Your Computer 5-9Removing and Replacing the Expansion-Card CageYour Dell computer has a removable expansion-card cage, which greatly si

5-10 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide2. Rotate the securing lever inward until it is flush with the side of the c

Installing System Board Options 6-1Chapter 6Installing System Board OptionsThis chapter describes how to install the following options:•Industry-Stand

6-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideExpansion CardsExpansion cards can be installed on the computer’s riser board

Installing System Board Options 6-32. Prepare the expansion card for installation, and remove the computer cover according to the instructions in “Rem

ixPrefaceAbout This GuideThis guide is intended for anyone who uses a Dell Opti-Plex GXi mini tower computer system. It can be used by both first-time

6-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideRemoving an Expansion CardFollow this general procedure to remove an expansio

Installing System Board Options 6-5Performing a Memory UpgradeFollow this procedure to perform a memory upgrade:1. Remove the computer cover according

6-6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideThe system detects that the new memory does not match the existing system con

Installing System Board Options 6-7The following items are included in a microprocessor upgrade kit:•The new microprocessor chip•A new heat sink with

6-8 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideTo remove the chip, pull the microprocessor-socket release lever straight out

Installing System Board Options 6-9When the chip is fully seated in the socket, pivot the microprocessor-socket release lever back toward the socket u

6-10 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide12. If necessary, change the microprocessor speed jumper setting (see Figure

Installing System Board Options 6-11Replacing the System BatteryA 3.0-volt (V) CR2032 coin-cell battery installed on the system board maintains system

6-12 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide5. Install the new battery.Orient the battery with the side labeled “+” faci

Installing Drives 7-1Chapter 7Installing DrivesYour Dell computer has six drive bays for installing the following types of drives (see Figure 7-1):•Th

xOther Documents You May NeedBesides this Reference and Installation Guide, the following documentation is included with your system:•The Getting Star

7-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideFigure 7-2. Removing the Front BezelWhile pressing the tab release, tilt the

Installing Drives 7-3Connecting Drives When installing a drive, you connect two cables—a direct current (DC) power cable and an interface cable—to

7-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideTo install a drive in one of these drive bays, follow these steps:1. Unpack t

Installing Drives 7-5 Figure 7-7. Attaching the Drive Bracket to the New Drive To further ensure proper positioning of the drive in the chassis, inse

7-6 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide10. For an EIDE tape drive or CD-ROM drive, con-nect the other end of the int

Installing Drives 7-7EIDE Drive AddressingWhen two EIDE devices are connected to a single EIDE interface cable, a master/slave relationship must be de

7-8 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide.Figure 7-10. Removing the Hard-Disk Drive Bracket5. Slide the drive into th

Installing Drives 7-9Figure 7-12. Inserting the Drive Bracket in the Chassis8. Connect a DC power cable to the power input con-nector on the back of

7-10 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide13. Enter the System Setup program, and update the appropriate Drive categor

Installing Drives 7-11SCSI ID NumbersEach device attached to a SCSI host adapter card, as well as the card itself, must have a unique SCSI identificat

xi•Key combinations are series of keys to be pressed simultaneously (unless otherwise indicated) to per-form a single function.Example: <Ctrl>&l

7-12 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideGeneral Procedure for Installing SCSI DevicesConfigure and install one or mo

Installing Drives 7-13•To install an external SCSI tape drive, continue with step 5 of this procedure.5. If you are installing a SCSI host adapter car

7-14 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation Guide12. If you installed a SCSI hard-disk drive, partition and format the drive.

Technical Specifications A-1Appendix ATechnical Specifications Table A-1. Technical Specifications Microprocessor Microprocessor type . . . . . . .

A-2 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideExpansion BusBus types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Technical Specifications A-3Memory (continued)Maximum RAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 512 MBCache memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A-4 Dell OptiPlex GXi Mini Tower Systems Reference and Installation GuideVideoVideo type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S3 Trio6

Technical Specifications A-5PhysicalHeight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.4 cm (17.5 inches)Width. . . . . . . . . . .

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ISA Configuration Utility Messages B-1Appendix B ISA Configuration Utility MessagesThe ISA Configuration Utility (ICU) and its Configu-ration Manager