Dell OptiPlex 3040M Series, Setup And Quick Reference Manual

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Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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Your computer includes the following tools that can help you solve a
problem:
Using the
Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD
To use the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD while you are running the
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating system, perform the following steps.
NOTE:
To access device drivers and user documentation, you must use the
ResourceCD
while you are running Windows.
1
Turn on the computer and allow it to boot to the Windows desktop.
2
Insert the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD into the CD drive.
If you are using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD for the first time on this
computer, the ResourceCD Installation window opens to inform you
that the ResourceCD is about to begin installation.
3
Click OK to continue.
To complete the installation, respond to the prompts offered by the
installation program.
4
Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen.
5
Choose the appropriate System Model , Operating System ,
Device Type , and Topic .
D
E LL
D
I AG NO S T I CS
—
The Dell Diagnostics test various components in your
computer and help to identify the cause of computer problems. For more
information, see “Running the Dell Diagnostics” on page 9.
S
YS TEM
L
I GH T S
—
Located on the front of the computer, these lights can
indicate a computer problem. For more information, see your User’s Guide .
D
I A GN OS T I C
L
IG H T S
—
Located on the back of the computer, these lights can
indicate a computer problem. For more information, see your User’s Guide .
S
YS TEM
M
E S S AG ES
— The computer reports these messages to warn you of
current or possible failure. For more information, see your User’s Guide .
B
E EP
C
OD ES
— A series of audible beep codes emitted by your computer can
help identify a problem. For more information, see your User’s Guide .