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Preface
A
bout This Guide
This guide is intended for anyone who uses a Dell Opti-
Plex Gs or Gs+ low-profile computer system. It can be
used by both first-time and experienced computer users
who want to learn about the features and operation of the
systems or who want to upgrade their computers. The
chapters and appendixes are summarized as follows:
•
Everyone should read Chapter 1, “Introduction,” for
an overview of the system features, instructions on
how to access the online System User’s Guide, and
information on where to get help if you need it.
•
Everyone should read the first several sections of
Chapter 2, “Using the System Setup Program,” to
familiarize themselves with this important program.
Only users who want to make configuration changes
to their system or who want to use the password fea-
tures need to read the rest of Chapter 2.
•
Users who add or remove an Industry-Standard
Architecture (ISA) expansion card should read
Chapter 3, “Using the ISA Configuration Utility.”
•
Users who want to connect their system to a network
should read Chapter 4, “Using the Network Interface
Controller.” This chapter provides information on
connecting the system to a network, configuring the
optional network interface controller (NIC), install-
ing drivers for the NIC, and running the NIC
diagnostics.
•
Chapter 5, “Working Inside Your Computer,”
Chapter 6, “Installing System Board Options,” and
Chapter 7, “Installing Drives,” are intended for users
who want to install or remove options inside the
computer, such as single in-line memory modules
(SIMMs), expansion cards, or drives.
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Appendix A, “ISA Configuration Utility Messages,”
describes error messages generated by the ISA Con-
figuration Utility (ICU), possible causes, and
corrective actions.
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Appendix B, “Regulatory Notices,” is for users who
are interested in which regulatory agencies have
tested and approved the Dell OptiPlex Gs and Gs+
low-profile systems.
•
Appendix C, “Warranties and Return Policy,”
describes the warranty for your Dell system and the
“Total Satisfaction” Return Policy.
W
arranty and Return Policy
Information
Dell Computer Corporation (“Dell”) manufactures its
hardware products from parts and components that are
new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-
standard practices. For information about the Dell
warranty for your system, see Appendix C, “Warranties
and Return Policy.”
O
ther Documents You May Need
Besides this Reference and Installation Guide, the fol-
lowing documentation is included with your system:
•
The Getting Started sheet provides step-by-step
instructions for setting up your computer system.
•
The Windows-based online System User’s Guide
contains important information about your computer
system. This document includes descriptions of
system features, instructions on installing and con-
figuring drivers and utilities, information on the
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