Dell OptiPlex N, User Manual

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Utilities that safeguard your system and enhance the
operation of its hardware features.
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Video drivers for displaying application programs in
high-resolution modes.
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Network device drivers for several operating
systems.
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For the OptiPlex NX, audio drivers for use with the
integrated audio controller.
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The Dell Inspector program, which is a Desktop
Management Interface (DMI) browser that allows
you to view your computer’s current hardware con-
figuration and operating system version.
The Dell Inspector program is available in client and
administrator versions. Both versions provide infor-
mation you may need if you call Dell for technical
assistance or if you install hardware or software in
your system. In addition, the Dell Inspector adminis-
trator version enables system administrators to view,
manage, and inventory remote systems in a Dell
DMI client network.
The Dell Inspector program is located in the Dell
Accessories program group or folder.
O
perating System
The system you received is designed to use Windows 95
or Windows NT and includes a special configuration of
either operating system called the Zero Administration
Kit (ZAK). The operating system must be downloaded
from a server. ZAK, if used, allows your computer to be
configured by your network administrator to operate in
three different modes depending on your company’s
requirements and your daily tasks.
What you see when you turn on your system depends on
the mode your computer is set to use:
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Task Station Mode — You see only the application
program you use in your daily tasks. (You do not see
the Windows 95 or Windows NT operating system
desktop.) Examples of a single application program
that you might use as your primary task are an airline
reservation system, a bank teller’s system, or an
order entry system.
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Application Station Mode — You see a modified
Windows 95 or Windows NT operating system desk-
top. (You do not see all of the features of a normal
Windows 95 or Windows NT desktop.)
This mode allows you to run a minimal number of
business applications such as the Microsoft Office
suite of programs and/or an application program or
two. You access these application programs by using
the Windows 95 or Windows NT Start button. This
system runs application programs and accesses doc-
uments from the server.
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Normal Mode — You see a normal, fully functional
Windows 95 or Windows NT operating system desk-
top. You have access to the following features that
are eliminated or controlled in the other modes:
— A fully functional Start button
— Computer file system
— Taskbar
— Task Manager
— Context menus
— Ability to download, install, and run any appli-
cation programs available from the various
network application servers
T
urning On the System
If your network administrator installed and set up your
computer system, it may operate the same way every
time you turn it on.
However, if you are installing your system and setting it
up, the first time you turn on the system it must download
and install software such as the operating system,
application programs, drivers, and utilities. While the
system is downloading and installing the software from
the server, you may be required to enter data or press
keys. Therefore, you should contact your network admin-
istrator for any special instructions before turning on
your system for the first time.
When you turn on your system after the software is
installed, your system should come up in the appropriate
mode.