Dell Vostro 220 MT Owner's Manual

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10 ContentsGlossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

100 Removing and Installing PartsTurning Off Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs bef

Removing and Installing Parts 101 NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the

102 Removing and Installing Parts4Release the computer cover by pulling it away from the front of the computer and lifting it up.5Set the cover aside

Removing and Installing Parts 1036Set it aside in a secure location.1 support bracket cable clamp 2 card retention release lever3 card retention brack

104 Removing and Installing PartsInside View of Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety inst

Removing and Installing Parts 105System Board Components1 processor socket (CPU)2 processor fan connector (CPU_FAN)3 memory module connectors (DIMM_1)

106 Removing and Installing Parts7 main power connector (ATX_POWER)8 floppy drive connector (FLOPPY)9 battery socket10 serial ATA drive connectors (SA

Removing and Installing Parts 107Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsDC Power Connector P113 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 241 2 3 4 567 89101112

108 Removing and Installing PartsPin Number Signal name Wire Color Wire Size1 3.3 V Orange 20 AWG2 3.3 V Orange 20 AWG3 RTN Black 20 AWG4 5 V Red 20

Removing and Installing Parts 109DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connectors P3, P5, and P6Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire1 GND Black2 GND Black3 +12

Finding Information 11Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media ma

110 Removing and Installing PartsDC Power Connector P4DC Power Connector P7Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG Wire1 +5 VDC Red2 GND Black3 GND Black4 +12 V

Removing and Installing Parts 111MemoryYou can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. Your computer supports

112 Removing and Installing Parts NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate fr

Removing and Installing Parts 1131Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 99.2Press the securing clip at each end of the memory

114 Removing and Installing Parts NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equ

Removing and Installing Parts 115 NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body be

116 Removing and Installing Parts• If you are removing but not replacing a card, see "Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card" on page 120.• If you

Removing and Installing Parts 1175If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card.If necessary, disconnect any

118 Removing and Installing Parts8Replace the support bracket (see "Replacing the Support Bracket" on page 161) and then press down the card

Removing and Installing Parts 119 NOTICE: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer co

12 Finding Information• Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License LabelService Tag and Microsoft® Windows® LicenseThese labels

120 Removing and Installing Parts13If you installed an add-in network adapter and want to disable the integrated network adapter:aEnter system setup (

Removing and Installing Parts 1218Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.9Remove

122 Removing and Installing PartsRemoving the Bezel1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 99.2Remove the computer cover (see &

Removing and Installing Parts 123Replacing the Bezel1Align and insert the bottom tabs into the front panel hinges.2Rotate the bezel toward the compute

124 Removing and Installing PartsDrivesYour computer supports a combination of these devices: • Up to two serial ATA hard drives• One optional floppy

Removing and Installing Parts 125Connecting Drive CablesWhen you install a drive, you connect two cables—a DC power cable and a data cable—to the back

126 Removing and Installing PartsConnecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesWhen connecting and disconnecting a serial ATA data cable, disconnect the ca

Removing and Installing Parts 1276Press in on the securing tab on the side of the drive and slide the drive up and out. 7If removing this drive change

128 Removing and Installing PartsInstalling a Hard Drive1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 99.2Remove the computer cover (

Removing and Installing Parts 12910Replace the support bracket (see "Replacing the Support Bracket" on page 161).11Replace the computer cove

Finding Information 13• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses, frequently asked questions• Communi

130 Removing and Installing Parts6Connect the power and data cables to the drive.7Connect the data cable to the system board.8Slide the hard drive int

Removing and Installing Parts 131Floppy Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

132 Removing and Installing Parts7Press the two spring clamps and slide out the floppy drive along with the FlexBay drive cage from the FlexBay slot.8

Removing and Installing Parts 133Installing a Floppy Drive1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 99.2Remove the computer cover

134 Removing and Installing Parts8Tighten the two screws on the other side to secure the floppy drive in the FlexBay drive cage.9Slide the FlexBay dri

Removing and Installing Parts 13516Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.See the documentation that came wit

136 Removing and Installing PartsReplacing the FlexBay Drive Panel Insert1Slide the drive panel insert tab into the slot on the bezel.2Push the panel

Removing and Installing Parts 1373Remove the bezel (see "Removing the Bezel" on page 122).4Remove the optical drive (see "Removing an O

138 Removing and Installing Parts10If you are not reinstalling the Media Card Reader, replace the drive panel insert, as needed.11Replace the optical

Removing and Installing Parts 13912Replace the optical drive (see "Installing an Optical Drive" on page 141).13Replace the bezel (see "

14 Finding Information• How to use Windows Vista™• How to work with programs and files• How to personalize my desktopWindows Help and Support Center1T

140 Removing and Installing PartsRemoving an Optical Drive1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 99.2Remove the computer cover

Removing and Installing Parts 1418Replace the bezel (see "Replacing the Bezel" on page 123).9Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing

142 Removing and Installing Parts5Gently slide the drive into the optical drive bay till it snaps in place.6Connect the power and data cables to the d

Removing and Installing Parts 143BatteryReplacing the Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety inst

144 Removing and Installing Parts8Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 162).9Replace the support bracket (

Removing and Installing Parts 145Power Supply CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located

146 Removing and Installing Parts8Slide out the power supply and lift it out.9Slide the replacement power supply toward the back of the computer.10Rep

Removing and Installing Parts 14715Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 162).16Connect your computer and d

148 Removing and Installing PartsInstalling the I/O Panel1Place the I/O panel into the slot. NOTICE: Take care not to damage the cable connectors and

Removing and Installing Parts 149Processor Fan CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 15Setting Up and Using Your ComputerFront View of the Computer1268104911357

150 Removing and Installing PartsRemoving the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly NOTICE: Do not touch the fan blades when you are removing the processo

Removing and Installing Parts 151Installing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly NOTICE: When reinstalling the fan, ensure that you do not pinch the

152 Removing and Installing PartsProcessor CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in

Removing and Installing Parts 153 NOTICE: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall o

154 Removing and Installing Parts NOTICE: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall o

Removing and Installing Parts 1559Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink. NOTICE: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New th

156 Removing and Installing PartsChassis Fan CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the P

Removing and Installing Parts 1574Slide the chassis fan towards the front of the computer and lift it up.1screw1

158 Removing and Installing PartsReplacing the Chassis Fan1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 99.2Remove the computer cover

Removing and Installing Parts 159System BoardRemoving the System Board CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from t

16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer1 location of Service Tag Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website

160 Removing and Installing PartsSystem Board ScrewsPlace the system board assembly that you just removed next to the replacement system board to comp

Removing and Installing Parts 1614Replace the processor and the heat sink (see "Installing the Processor" on page 153). NOTICE: Ensure tha

162 Removing and Installing PartsReplacing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety inst

Removing and Installing Parts 1635Ensure that the cover is seated correctly. 6Replace and tighten the two screws that secure the computer cover.7Move

164 Removing and Installing Parts

Appendix 165AppendixSpecificationsProcessorProcessor type Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processorIntel® Pentium® Dual-Core processorIntel® Celeron® processorLeve

166 AppendixAudioType Realtec ALC888 (7.1 Channel audio)Expansion BusBus type PCI 2.3PCI Express 1.0ASATA 1.0 and 2.0USB 2.0Bus speed PCI: 133 MB/sPCI

Appendix 167DrivesExternally accessible: one 3.5-inch drive bay (FlexBay)one 5.25-inch drive bayInternally accessible two 3.5-inch drive baysAvailable

168 AppendixProcessorone 775-pin connectorMemory four 240-pin connectorsPower 12Vone 4-pin connectorPowerone 24-pin connectorControls and LightsFront

Appendix 169Voltage (see the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide for important voltage setting information)115/230 VAC, 50/60

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 17Back View of the Computer1 back panel connectors Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connecto

170 AppendixSystem SetupOverviewUse system setup as follows: • To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any har

Appendix 171Options List — This field appears on the left side of the system setup window. The field is a scrollable list containing features that def

172 AppendixSystem Setup Options NOTE: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this section may not appear, or may not

Appendix 173Boot Up NumLock StatusOff; On (On by default)Boot Device ConfigurationRemovable Device PriorityUsed to set the device priority of removabl

174 AppendixBoot SequenceThis feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices.Option Settings•Diskette Drive — The computer attempts to boo

Appendix 175•USB Flash Device — Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer. When F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right cor

176 AppendixChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots1Enter system setup (see "Entering System Setup" on page 170).2Use the arrow keys to high

Appendix 1774Remove the 2-pin jumper plug from pins 2 and 3 and fix it on pins 1 and 2.5Wait for approximately five seconds to clear the password. 6Re

178 Appendix NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.5Connect you

Appendix 179Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. Clean your c

18 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerBack Panel Connectors4 power connector Insert the power cable.5 padlock rings Padlock rings are for attaching a c

180 AppendixFloppy Drive NOTICE: Do not attempt to clean drive heads with a swab. You might accidentally misalign the heads, which prevents the drive

Appendix 181Dell provides limited technical support for the computer and any "Dell-installed" software and peripherals1. Support for third-p

182 AppendixThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1This device may not cause harmf

Appendix 183Contacting DellFor customers in the United States, call 800-WWW.DELL (800.999.3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connect

184 Appendix

Glossary 185GlossaryTerms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your partic

186 Glossaryunderstand what effect these settings have on the computer, do not change them. Also referred to as system setup.bit — The smallest unit o

Glossary 187CD-RW — CD rewritable — A rewritable version of a CD. Data can be written to a CD-RW disc, and then erased and written over (rewritten).CD

188 GlossaryDIMM — dual in-line memory module — A circuit board with memory chips that connects to a memory module on the system board.DIN connector —

Glossary 189DVI — digital video interface — A standard for digital transmission between a computer and a digital video display.EECC — error checking a

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 192 network adapter connectorTo attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of a network

190 GlossaryFFahrenheit — A temperature measurement scale where 32° is the freezing point and 212° is the boiling point of water.FBD — fully-buffered

Glossary 191Hhard drive — A drive that reads and writes data on a hard disk. The terms hard drive and hard disk are often used interchangeably.heat si

192 GlossaryIrDA — Infrared Data Association — The organization that creates international standards for infrared communications.IRQ — interrupt reque

Glossary 193MMb — megabit — A measurement of memory chip capacity that equals 1024 Kb.Mbps — megabits per second — One million bits per second. This m

194 GlossaryMP — megapixel — A measure of image resolution used for digital cameras.ms — millisecond — A measure of time that equals one thousandth of

Glossary 195PCI Express — A modification to the PCI interface that boosts the data transfer rate between the processor and the devices attached to it.

196 Glossaryread-only — Data and/or files you can view but cannot edit or delete. A file can have read-only status if:• It resides on a physically wri

Glossary 197SDRAM — synchronous dynamic random-access memory — A type of DRAM that is synchronized with the optimal clock speed of the processor.seria

198 GlossaryThe number of colors and resolution that a program displays depends on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drive

Glossary 199UPS — uninterruptible power supply — A backup power source used when the electrical power fails or drops to an unacceptable voltage level.

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

20 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerInstalling Your Computer in an EnclosureInstalling your computer in an enclosure can restrict the airflow and imp

200 Glossaryturned on, the computer is infected when it reads the boot sectors of the floppy disk expecting to find the operating system. If the compu

Glossary 201ZZIF — zero insertion force — A type of socket or connector that allows a computer chip to be installed or removed with no stress applied

202 Glossary

Index 203IndexAaudio. See soundBbatteryproblems, 57replacing, 143beep codes, 80BIOS, 170boot sequence, 174changing, 175-176option settings, 174booting

204 IndexDDellcontacting, 183support policy, 180support site, 13Dell Diagnostics, 84diagnosticsbeep codes, 80Dell, 84documentationEnd User License Agr

Index 205floppy driveinstalling, 133removing, 131Hhard driveinstalling, 128installing second, 129problems, 60removing, 126hardwarebeep codes, 80confli

206 Indexmodemproblems, 60monitorblank, 77clone mode, 33connect DVI, 31-32connect TV, 31-32connect two, 31-32connect VGA, 31-32display settings, 33ext

Index 207problems (continued)CD-RW drive, 59computer crashes, 65-66computer stops responding, 65conflicts, 97Dell Diagnostics, 84drives, 58DVD drive,

208 Indexsoundproblems, 75volume, 75speakerproblems, 75volume, 75specificationsaudio, 166computer information, 165connectors, 167controls and lights,

Index 209Vvolumeadjusting, 76Wwarranty information, 11WindowsFiles and Settings Transfer Wizard, 47Network Setup Wizard, 52Windows VistaDevice Driver

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21• If your computer is installed in a corner on a desk or under a desk, leave at least 5.1 cm (2 in) clearance fro

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22 Setting Up and Using Your Computer• Do not install your computer in an enclosure that does not allow airflow. Restricting the airflow impacts your

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 23Printer CableYour printer connects to your computer with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. Your printer may

24 Setting Up and Using Your Computer3Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. 4Depending on your computer’s operating system, a printer wiz

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 25To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to copy CDs, see the CD software that came with your comp

26 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerAdjusting the Volume NOTE: When the speakers are muted, you do not hear the CD or DVD playing.1Open the Volume C

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 27Copying CDs and DVDs NOTE: Ensure that you observe all copyright laws when creating CDs or DVDs.This section app

28 Setting Up and Using Your Computer•If you have two CD/DVD drives, select the drive into which you have inserted your source CD or DVD, and then cli

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 29Helpful Tips• After you start Roxio Creator Plus and open a Creator project, you can use Microsoft® Windows® Expl

Contents 3Contents1 Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Setting Up and Using Your Computer . . . 15Front View of the Computer

30 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerUsing a Media Card Reader (Optional)Use the Media Card Reader to transfer data directly to your computer.The Medi

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 31To use the Media Card Reader:1Check the media or card to determine the proper orientation for insertion.2Slide th

32 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerConnecting One Monitor With a VGA Connector and One Monitor With a DVI Connector1Follow the procedures in "B

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 333Connect the other end of the S-video cable to the S-video input connector on your TV.4Connect the VGA or DVI mon

34 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerTo set standby mode to automatically activate after a defined period of inactivity:1Click Start→ Control Panel→ P

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 35Power Options PropertiesDefine your standby mode settings, hibernate mode settings, and other power settings in t

36 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerIf you want to change the default settings for a scheme, click the drop-down menu in the Turn off monitor, Turn o

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 37When the computer exits from a power conservation mode (Standby or Hibernate), the Windows desktop is restored to

38 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerTo exit from standby mode, press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse. NOTICE: If your computer loses power w

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 39To access the Power Plan Properties window:1Click Start and click Control Panel.2Under Pick a category, click Sy

4 ContentsPower Management Options in Windows XP . . . . . 33Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Hibernate Mode . . . . . . . .

40 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerEnabling SpeedStep™ TechnologySpeedStep technology controls your computer's processor performance automatica

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 41If a drive failure occurs, subsequent read and write operations are directed to the surviving drive. A replacemen

42 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerUtility. Both methods require that you set your computer to RAID-enabled mode before starting any of the RAID con

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 437Select the desired capacity for the volume, and press <Enter>. The default value is the maximum available

44 Setting Up and Using Your Computer• You already have a two-hard drive computer configured into an array, but you still have some space left on the

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 45Deleting a RAID Volume NOTE: While this procedure deletes the RAID 1 volume, it also splits the RAID 1 volume in

46 Setting Up and Using Your Computer6From the drop-down box, select RAID 1 as the RAID level. NOTE: Select the hard drive that already has the data

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 47Rebuilding a Degraded RAID 1 VolumeIf your computer does not have a spare hard drive, and the computer has report

48 Setting Up and Using Your Computer NOTE: You can transfer information from an old computer to a new computer by directly connecting a serial cable

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 495On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you prefer.6On the What do you want to transfe

Contents 5Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Optical drive problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Hard drive problems. .

50 Setting Up and Using Your Computer6When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old computer message appears, do not click Next.7Go to t

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 51 NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not be available in certain countries.Transferring Inform

52 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerNetwork Setup WizardThe Microsoft Windows operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through t

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 53Windows Vista1Click Start , and then click Connect to→ Set up a connection or network.2Select an option under Cho

54 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet ConnectionTo set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut:1Save an

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 55 NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, contact your ISP.7Use the setup information provid

56 Setting Up and Using Your Computer

Solving Problems 57Solving Problems CAUTION: Some of the parts described in this chapter may be replaceable by a certified service technician only an

58 Solving ProblemsDrive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Info

Solving Problems 59Optical drive problems NOTE: High-speed optical drive vibration is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in

6 ContentsVideo and Monitor Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77If the screen is blank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77If the screen is diffi

60 Solving ProblemsHard drive problemsE-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow th

Solving Problems 61CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTIONCHECK THE TELEPHONE JACKCONNECT THE MODEM DIRECTLY TO THE TELEPHONE WALL JACKUSE A DIFFERENT

62 Solving ProblemsVERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS COMMUNICATING WITH WINDOWS —Windows XP1Click Start→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Phone and

Solving Problems 63Error MessagesIf the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the

64 Solving ProblemsKeyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product I

Solving Problems 65Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in t

66 Solving ProblemsA program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating systemA solid blue screen appearsRUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY W

Solving Problems 67Other software problemsCHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION —• En

68 Solving ProblemsMedia Card Reader ProblemsNO DRIVE LETTER IS ASSIGNED —When Windows detects the Media Card Reader, the device is automatically ass

Solving Problems 69Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Inf

Contents 75 Removing and Installing Parts . . . . . . . . 99Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99Recommended Tools. . . . .

70 Solving ProblemsMouse Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Info

Solving Problems 71Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product In

72 Solving ProblemsPower Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Info

Solving Problems 73Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product In

74 Solving ProblemsScanner Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product In

Solving Problems 75Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

76 Solving ProblemsNo sound from headphonesENSURE THAT THE SUBWOOFER AND THE SPEAKERS ARE TURNED ON — See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers

Solving Problems 77Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

78 Solving ProblemsIf the screen is difficult to readCHECK THE MONITOR SETTINGS — See the monitor documentation for instructions on adjusting the cont

Troubleshooting Tools 79Troubleshooting ToolsPower Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instruct

8 ContentsFloppy Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Media Card Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Optical Drive . . . . . . .

80 Troubleshooting Tools• If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is receiving electrical power, a device might be malfunctioning or incorr

Troubleshooting Tools 81Code(repetitive short beeps)Description Suggested Remedy1 BIOS checksum failure. Possible motherboard failure.Contact Dell.2 N

82 Troubleshooting ToolsSystem Messages NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the table, see the documentation for either the operating

Troubleshooting Tools 83NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE — No bootable partition on hard drive, no bootable floppy in floppy driver, the hard drive or flopp

84 Troubleshooting ToolsDell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Produ

Troubleshooting Tools 85Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media1Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.2Shut down and resta

86 Troubleshooting Tools2After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu, the following menu appears: NOTE: It is recommended that

Troubleshooting Tools 875When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restar

88 Troubleshooting ToolsIdentifying DriversIf you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and,

Troubleshooting Tools 89Windows XP1Click Start and click Control Panel.2Under Pick a Category→ Performance and Maintenance→ System→ System Properties→

Contents 96 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165System Setup .

90 Troubleshooting Tools5At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media displays drivers only for hardwar

Troubleshooting Tools 91Windows Vista1Click Start → Computer→ System Properties→ Device Manager. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. I

92 Troubleshooting ToolsUsing Microsoft Windows System RestoreThe Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return

Troubleshooting Tools 93Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any o

94 Troubleshooting Toolsthe computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computer—including data files—are permanently deleted from t

Troubleshooting Tools 95Dell PC Restore enables you to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased your computer. It i

96 Troubleshooting Tools4To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name fie

Troubleshooting Tools 97 NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the

98 Troubleshooting ToolsWindows XP1Click Start and click Help and Support.2Ty p e hardware troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to

Removing and Installing Parts 99Removing and Installing Parts CAUTION: Some of the parts described in this chapter may be replaceable by a certified