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 Basic Troubleshooting 

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This chapter guides you through some initial checks and procedures that can solve 
basic computer problems. You should complete the checks in this chapter before con-
tacting Dell for technical assistance; even if these checks do not provide an immediate 
solution, they can help support technicians diagnose and fix the problem. 

If none of the instructions in this chapter resolves your problem, press the Dell 
E-Support button on your computer to display the E-Support main screen. For details 
and instructions on how to use this tool, see Chapter 2, “Using Dell E-Support.”

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Everyone inadvertently deletes files at one time or another, viruses can corrupt files, 
and hard-disk drives can fail after extended use. To avoid data loss, regularly back up 
the data files on the hard-disk drive. If you should lose the contents of your hard-disk 
drive, you can reinstall programs, but your data files will be lost if you do not have a 
backup. If your computer is behaving erratically, back up your data files immediately. 
You can use an external SuperDisk or Zip drive to perform backups. SuperDisk dis-
kettes can store up to 120 megabytes (MB) of data. 

If you do not have an external diskette drive, you can purchase one at 

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NOTE: You do not need to back up Dell-installed drivers for Dell-installed devices. The 
Recovery CD contains these drivers. For more information, see Chapter 4, “Reinstall-
ing Sofware.”

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If the problem you are experiencing began after making a change to your computer, 
such as installing new hardware or software, undo the change if possible.

If the problem is unresolved, check any documentation that came with the hardware 
or software you attempted to install or that describes the change you made. In partic-
ular, read any text files (such as 

readme.txt

) included with the software package or 

hardware product; such files contain information updating or supplementing the 

Summary of Contents for WebPC

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Page 2: ... Dellnet and WebPC are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation MS DOS Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Intel is a registered trademark and Celeron is a trademark of Intel Corporation Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Computer Corporation disclaims ...

Page 3: ...e East and the Far East Also be sure your monitor and attached peripherals are electrically rated to oper ate with the AC power available in your location To help prevent electric shock plug the computer and peripheral power cables into properly grounded power sources These cables are equipped with three prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding p...

Page 4: ... to 610 millimeters 20 to 24 inches from your eyes Make sure the monitor screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor Adjust the tilt of the monitor its contrast and brightness settings and the lighting around you such as overhead lights desk lamps and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows to minimize reflections and glare on the monitor screen Use a cha...

Page 5: ...vii wrists relaxed and flat arms at desk level monitor and keyboard positioned directly in front of user feet flat on the floor monitor stand optional monitor at or below eye level ...

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Page 7: ...fied or defined as they are used in this guide For more information on terms use the PC Webopædia page on the E support tool 1RWDWLRQDO RQYHQWLRQV NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer system 127 127 LQGLFDWHV HLWKHU SRWHQWLDO GDPDJH WR KDUGZDUH RU ORVV RI GDWD DQG WHOOV RX KRZ WR DYRLG WKH SUREOHP I RX 1HHG HOS If you need help while using you...

Page 8: ...r more information Your E support tool provides technical infor mation about your computer To access the tool press the E support button on the front of your computer The WebPC Setup sheet provides step by step instructions for connecting your comput er Start with this document ...

Page 9: ...d tutorials introduce you to the WebPC computer the application programs preinstalled on it and the Microsoft Windows operating system For more information about these tutorials see Online Documentation and System Specifica tions in Chapter 2 ...

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Page 11: ...WV LLL KDSWHU 6 VWHP HDWXUHV Keyboard 1 3 Connecting Devices 1 4 Connecting Non USB Devices 1 5 Turning Your Computer On and Off 1 5 Sleep Mode 1 8 Transferring Information to Your Computer 1 8 KDSWHU 8VLQJ HOO VXSSRUW Checking Computer Components and Using Assisted Service 2 12 Contacting a Dell Support Technician 2 13 Asking Questions Through E support 2 14 How Do I 2 14 Common Questions 2 14 As...

Page 12: ...WZDUH Using the Recovery CD 4 1 KDSWHU RQWDFWLQJ HOO Technical Assistance 5 1 Problems With Your Order 5 1 Product Information 5 1 Returning Items for Warranty Repair 5 2 Returning Items for Credit 5 2 Dell WebPC Support Policy 5 3 Web Based Support 5 3 Telephone Based Support 5 3 Dell Contact Numbers 5 3 SSHQGL 6 VWHP 6SHFLILFDWLRQV SSHQGL 6 VWHP 6HWXS 3URJUDP Entering the System Setup Program B ...

Page 13: ...RI RPSOLDQFH One or Three Year Limited Warranty United States Only E 1 Limited Warranty Coverage E 1 General E 2 Total Satisfaction Return Policy United States Only E 3 Year 2000 Statement of Compliance for All Dell Branded Hardware Products E 3 Previous Products E 4 Software E 4 Additional Information E 4 QGH HOO QIRUPDWLRQ HYHORSPHQW LJXUHV Figure 1 1 Dell Inspector Program 1 4 Figure 1 2 Attach...

Page 14: ...ket 6 3 Figure 6 5 Installing an Expansion Card 6 3 Figure 6 6 DIMMs and DIMM Sockets 6 4 Figure 6 7 Installing a DIMM 6 5 Figure 6 8 Removing a DIMM 6 6 Figure 6 9 Microprocessor Heat Sink 6 6 Figure 6 10 Removing the Microprocessor 6 7 Figure 6 11 Pin 1 Identification 6 7 Figure 6 12 Installing the Microprocessor Chip 6 8 Figure 6 13 Installing the Heat Sink 6 8 Figure 6 14 System Battery and Ba...

Page 15: ...gation Keys 2 7 Table 2 3 Power Time Out Periods 2 10 Table 3 1 ICU Keys 3 4 Table 5 1 System Board Jumper Settings 5 7 Table 5 2 System Board and Riser Board Connectors and Sockets 5 8 Table 6 1 Sample DIMM Configuration Options 6 4 Table A 1 Technical Specifications A 1 Table B 1 Configuration Utility Messages B 1 Table B 2 Configuration Manager Messages B 5 ...

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Page 17: ...display with integrated microphone and speakers Universal Serial Bus USB port connectors for quickly connecting USB compliant devices such as printers and removable disk drives You can connect or discon nect these devices while the computer is on 56K V 90 data fax modem Optional combination V 90 data fax modem and 10 100 Ethernet network adapter Dell E support tool for diagnosing computer problems...

Page 18: ...rated NICs have telephone connectors CD ROM DVD ROM drive eject button CD ROM DVD ROM drive emer gency eject hole power sleep button Dell E support button headphone jack hard disk drive activity indicator USB port connectors 3 video connector speaker jack microphone jack modem connector security cable slot AC power receptacle diagnostic lights NIC connector flat panel display DVI connector ...

Page 19: ...RQ Internet Connects you to the Internet depending on your ISP setup The default home page is http www dellnet com Search Launches your default search browser at the Dellnet Web site at http dellnet snap com Mail Starts your e mail program Microsoft Outlook Express is the default Sleep Activates sleep mode Volume Down Lowers the speaker volume Volume Up Increases the speaker volume Mute Mutes the ...

Page 20: ...rt connectors are located on the bottom of the keyboard see Figure 1 4 one for attaching the mouse interchangeable for left or right handed use and one for attaching another device such as a game controller For more information about USB port connectors see the following section Con necting Devices LJXUH RWWRP 9LHZ RI H ERDUG RQQHFWLQJ HYLFHV Your computer uses USB ports a connectivity standard th...

Page 21: ... HYLFHV Although many devices today use the USB connectivity standard you can connect older devices by using USB adapters These adapters enable serial and parallel ports to connect to USB port connectors For more information about USB adapters visit the Dell Web site at http www dell com 7XUQLQJ RXU RPSXWHU 2Q DQG 2II Under normal circumstances only use the power sleep button to turn on the com pu...

Page 22: ...o exit Windows or click E Support to continue to the Dell E support main screen LJXUH RFN XS 2SWLRQV Table 1 2 describes the functions of the power sleep button 127 7R DYRLG GDWD ORVV VDYH DQG FORVH DQ RSHQ ILOHV EHIRUH HQWHULQJ VOHHS PRGH 7DEOH 3RZHU 6OHHS XWWRQ XQFWLRQV XUUHQW 2SHUDWLQJ 6WDWH XWWRQ FWLRQ RU XQFWLRQ XWWRQ LJKW Off Turns on computer Green On Press and hold for one second to put co...

Page 23: ...mode Press and hold for one second to resume normal operation Press and hold for at least eight seconds to turn computer off Green Not lit 7DEOH 3RZHU 6OHHS XWWRQ XQFWLRQV XUUHQW 2SHUDWLQJ 6WDWH XWWRQ FWLRQ RU XQFWLRQ XWWRQ LJKW ...

Page 24: ... MB and 120 MB diskettes If you do not have an external diskette drive you can obtain one by visiting http www dell com To transfer information from one computer to another using a SuperDisk drive per form the following general steps 1 Insert a diskette into the diskette drive of the computer from which you want to copy files 2 Copy the file s to the diskette 3 Remove the diskette from the diskett...

Page 25: ... the E support tool to connect to Dell Dell support techni cians can view all the registry settings and files on your computer If you want to prevent access to your settings and files see Security Settings in this chapter You can access the E support tool in two ways Press the E support button on the front of your computer NOTE If your computer locks up and you press the E support button a message...

Page 26: ...e configuration of your computer and how its resources are used Get answers to common questions Take self paced lessons on topics such as using the Internet using Windows 98 and managing data Request software or hardware such as a USB adapter and driver updates from Del l and track the progress of any Dell orders Interact directly with a Dell support technician Check the status of unresolved issue...

Page 27: ...ocumenta tion about your com puter a tutorial on Windows and a glossary of com puter terms Click the Learn tab and then click the document you want to view If you cannot solve a problem by using How Do I or Help with Software System Info Provides your Dell service tag number and information about your com puter such as the amount of memory and type of proces sor Click the System Info tab When you ...

Page 28: ...or using appli cation programs such as Microsoft Word and McAffee Antivirus Click the Help with Soft ware tab To learn how to use a specific application program or get help while using a program Support Requests Displays unresolved technical support issues Click the Status tab To check unresolved issues and to change security options 7DEOH VXSSRUW 7RROV HDWXUH HVFULSWLRQ RZ WR FFHVV KHQ WR 8VH ...

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Page 36: ...e problem and resolve it Assisted Service also includes the online tutorials To diagnose and resolve a problem using the Resolution Assistant diagnostics per form the following steps 1 Press the E support button on your computer 2 When your personalized E support main screen appears click the illustration of the component that you want to check For example if your printer is not working properly c...

Page 37: ...a detailed description of your problem in the blank space below the Subject field and click Send A window appears with information about your support request At the bottom of the window a progress bar indicates your wait time before a support technician receives your support request The following four tabs are provided Current Status summarizes the status of your support request Messages allows yo...

Page 38: ...mplete the question you want to ask RPPRQ 4XHVWLRQV Common Questions contains answers to the most common questions about com puter components and devices Dell s return policy and warranty information To access these questions and answers click Common Questions and then click the topic title for more information VN XGOH Ask Dudley enables you to ask a question in your own words After you ask a ques...

Page 39: ...the blank space provided and click Ask The Dell Knowledge Base answers your question You can check your spelling by clicking the Check my spelling check box While you use Ask Dudley other online users are also asking questions Click Peek to view current questions and answers from other users ...

Page 40: ... access these tutorials press the E support button located on your computer When the E support main screen appears click Learn To begin a tutorial click the tutorial title PC Webopædia defines terms you may need to know when using your computer 5HFHLYLQJ 8SGDWHV If requested Dell notifies you of any software updates you can use for your computer To register for this notification click Intro on the...

Page 41: ...Allowed File Access click Add and then select the file to protect 4 Click Open The file appears in the window located on the screen To remove the file protection highlight the file in the window and click Remove Change your security options on a file by clicking Read Write or Delete ...

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Page 43: ... disk drive you can reinstall programs but your data files will be lost if you do not have a backup If your computer is behaving erratically back up your data files immediately You can use an external SuperDisk or Zip drive to perform backups SuperDisk dis kettes can store up to 120 megabytes MB of data If you do not have an external diskette drive you can purchase one at http www dell com NOTE Yo...

Page 44: ...ing disconnecting and then reconnecting the cables corrects these problems NOTE See Chapter 1 System Features for the location of your computer s exter nal connectors and controls To check computer connections perform the following steps 1 Reseat all power cables connected to the computer the monitor and devices and their electrical outlets 2 Reseat the keyboard and mouse interface cable connector...

Page 45: ...r wiring Line noises or surges through telephone lines High voltage electrical appliances on the same circuit or operating in close prox imity to the computer Fluorescent lights or halogen lamps causing display flickering or distortion Electrical extension cords and keyboard and mouse extension cables Too many devices on a power strip or multiple power strips from one electrical outlet Electrical ...

Page 46: ... simultaneously Therefore you may need to restart the computer several times to complete all these checks 6SHDNHUV NOTE If the following checks do not correct the problem and your speakers are inte grated with a monitor you purchased from Dell use the E support tool to check the monitor For more information see Chapter 2 Using Dell E support You can also use speakers separately from your monitor C...

Page 47: ...f the computer and play an audio CD in the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive If the audio works correctly remove the headphones and plug them into the green speakers jack where the speakers normally connect to the computer Play the CD again If sound is heard using the back audio connections the problem is with the monitor Make sure that both the computer s power and the monitor s power is on and the monitor...

Page 48: ...ings of the monitor return the monitor to its manufacturer s recommended settings see the documentation that came with your monitor Turn off the computer and examine the video interface cable connector for bent pushed in broken or missing pins Check the documentation that came with your monitor for additional information NOTE Some missing pins may be normal for your monitor check the documen tatio...

Page 49: ... jack with a telephone icon on the modem and listen for a dial tone Try a different cable if you are using a cable that is 10 feet ft or more in length try a shorter one Low connection speeds can be caused by line noise If you have persistent prob lems contact your telephone company to check for data noise and imbalanced lines 520 RU 9 520 ULYHV If you have CD ROM or DVD ROM drive problems perform...

Page 50: ...h a USB device perform the following checks Unplug the device and reseat it or try plugging the device into a different USB port connector on the computer If power is insufficient to operate the device plug the device into a different USB port connector on the computer If you have many devices and associated software running simultaneously close each program and shut down each device until you can...

Page 51: ...lication programs 127 7KH 5HFRYHU HUDVHV HYHU WKLQJ RQ RXU KDUG GLVN GULYH LQFOXGLQJ GDWD ILOHV 7KHUHIRUH XVH WKLV RQO DV D ILQDO RSWLRQ WR UHVROYH DQ SUREOHPV ZLWK RXU FRPSXWHU 127 OZD V XVH WKH 5HFRYHU WR UHLQVWDOO RXU RSHUDWLQJ V VWHP QVWDOOLQJ RXU RSHUDWLQJ V VWHP WKURXJK PHGLD RWKHU WKDQ WKH 5HFRYHU GLVDEOHV WKH HOO VXSSRUW IXQFWLRQ RI RXU FRPSXWHU DQG WHUPLQDWHV WKH IUHH WHFKQLFDO VXSSRUW RX...

Page 52: ... from the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive and press Enter to restart your computer NOTE The Recovery CD does not restore Microsoft Works Suite 2000 After restor ing your hard disk drive use the Microsoft Works Suite 2000 CD to reinstall the software You can also reinstall Microsoft Works Suite 2000 without restoring the hard disk drive To reinstall software not installed by Dell you must have the software...

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Page 55: ...ecks in Chapter 3 Basic Troubleshooting 3 If the preceding steps do not resolve the problem call Dell for technical assistance When prompted by Dell s automated telephone system enter your Express Ser vice Code to route the call directly to the proper support personnel You can locate your Express Service Code on the back of your computer or by pressing the E support button and clicking System Info...

Page 56: ...e necessary items or do not comply with Dell s ship ping and return instructions will be refused at our receiving dock and returned to you 5HWXUQLQJ WHPV IRU UHGLW 1 Call Dell to obtain a Credit Return Authorization number and write it clearly and prominently on the outside of the box For the telephone number to call to obtain your Credit Return Authorization num ber see Dell Contact Numbers found...

Page 57: ... are prompted to contact a Dell support technician over the Internet Follow the instructions on the screen If the diagnostic tests cannot find an issue you are prompted to choose from a list of frequently asked questions FAQ If you cannot find an answer you can click the link to contact Dell for technical assistance Dell support technicians are available 24 hours a day via the E support tool 7HOHS...

Page 58: ...ation Numbers toll free 1 877 586 3355 Dellnet toll free 1 877 DELLNET or 1 877 335 5638 Fax toll free 1 800 727 8320 TechFax toll free 1 800 950 1329 TechConnect BBS 512 728 8528 Dell Services for the Deaf Hard of Hearing or Speech Impaired toll free 1 877 DELLTTY 1 877 335 5889 Switchboard 512 338 4400 Sales toll free 1 800 BUY DELL 1 800 289 3355 ...

Page 59: ...icroprocessor 6 VWHP QIRUPDWLRQ System chip set Intel 810 chip set Data bus width 64 bits Address bus width 32 bits DMA channels two Interrupt levels 15 System BIOS chip 4 Mb 512 KB 6 VWHP ORFN System clock 66 MHz or 100 MHz 0HPRU Architecture non ECC SDRAM 168 pin modules DIMM sockets two gold contacts DIMM capacities 32 64 and 128 MB Minimum RAM 64 MB Maximum RAM 256 MB NOTE The PC Webopædia pag...

Page 60: ...I compliant connector USB three USB compliant port connectors in back of computer two USB compliant port connectors on keyboard Audio three miniature jacks for line out and microphone headphone jack in front microphone and speaker jacks in back Modem RJ11 jack Network optional RJ45 jack optional second RJ11 jack for telephone connection 9LGHR Video controller Intel 810 chip set with optional 4 MB ...

Page 61: ...r green Network indicators green Diagnostic code indicators four bicolor yellow and green on back panel Dell E support button push button 3RZHU DC power supply Voltage switch selectable on back panel 110 to 120 VAC 3K VLFDO Height 27 2 cm 10 7 inches Width 15 2 cm 6 0 inches Depth 25 7 cm 10 1 inches Weight 4 4 kg 9 7 lb 7DEOH 7HFKQLFDO 6SHFLILFDWLRQV FRQWLQXHG ...

Page 62: ...Hz for 30 min Storage 0 5 G at 3 to 200 Hz for 30 min Maximum shock Operating half sine wave form 50 G for 2 ms Storage half sine wave form 110 G for 2 ms Altitude Operating 16 to 3048 m 50 to 10 000 ft Storage 16 to 10 600 m 50 to 35 000 ft At 35 C 95 F the maximum operating altitude is 914 m 3000 ft NOTE The Glossary in the system Help defines abbreviations and acronyms 7DEOH 7HFKQLFDO 6SHFLILFD...

Page 63: ...mpts you to enter the system setup program to correct the setting You can use the system setup program to set or change user selectable options such as the user password Dell recommends that you write down the information from the system setup pro gram screens for future reference QWHULQJ WKH 6 VWHP 6HWXS 3URJUDP Enter the system setup program as follows 1 Turn on or restart your computer 2 When t...

Page 64: ...ncreases or decreases the current value in the selected field or cycles through settings for the selected option Selects the submenu for the current option if there is one or on the Exit menu performs the current command For System Time and System Date pressing Enter moves the cursor to the next field Reverts all settings to the initial defaults Saves changes and exits the program For System Time ...

Page 65: ...ighted field The bottom area lists keys and their functions for the currently displayed screen The menu bar provides access to the following screens Main screen Provides settings for the basic system configuration Advanced screen Provides detailed settings for some computer features Security screen Provides indications and settings for system password and setup password Boot screen Provides inform...

Page 66: ...lled Processor Speed Displays the internal speed of the microprocessor Cache RAM Displays the amount of RAM in the cache Service Tag Displays the service tag for the computer Total Memory Displays the total system memory Memory Bank 0 Displays the memory in memory bank 0 Memory Bank 1 Displays the memory in memory bank 1 System Time Resets the time on the computer s internal clock System Date Rese...

Page 67: ...nu found later in this appendix Peripheral Configuration Displays the Peripheral Configuration submenu See the Peripheral Configuration Submenu found later in this appendix IDE Configuration Displays the IDE Configuration submenu See the IDE Con figuration Submenu found later in this appendix Event Log Configuration Displays the Event Log Configuration submenu See the Event Log Configuration Subme...

Page 68: ...s resetting Plug and Play configuration data to default values Yes resets the data No default retains the current Plug and Play settings If set to Yes configuration data reverts to default values the next time the computer boots This option automatically reverts back to the No setting Numlock Selects power on state for Numlock Enable Service Button Enables the Dell E support button on the computer...

Page 69: ...ermines if integrated audio controller is Enabled default or Disabled Set this option to Disabled if using a sound card instead of the integrated audio controller or if the resources used by the controller are needed Legacy USB Support Set to Disabled if legacy USB device support is not desired The Auto default and Enabled settings allow support for legacy USB devices such as a keyboard or mouse ...

Page 70: ...the computer cannot detect any drives attached to the control lers and displays None for all four IDE drive options Primary IDE Master Identifies the first drive attached to the primary EIDE inter face usually the boot hard disk drive See Primary IDE Master Submenu found later in this appendix Primary IDE Slave Identifies the second drive attached to the primary EIDE interface if there is one The ...

Page 71: ...ix 2SWLRQ XQFWLRQ Type Specifies the type of hard disk drive Selections are User Auto CD ROM ATAPI removable Other ATAPI IDE Removable and None LBA Mode Control Determines LBA mode control Set to Enabled default unless directed to change it by a Dell support technician Multi Sector Transfers Determines the number of sectors per block during multiple sector transfers If Type is set to User availabl...

Page 72: ...Ultra DMA Sets the Ultra DMA mode for the drive 7DEOH YHQW RJ RQILJXUDWLRQ 6XEPHQX 2SWLRQV 2SWLRQ XQFWLRQ Event Log Indicates Space Available or No Space Available Event Log Validity Displays the validity of the event log Valid or Invalid View Event Log Press Enter to view the log Clear All Event Logs Clears all event logs when the computer restarts if set to Yes Retains event log information if s...

Page 73: ...LW 6FUHHQ 0HQX 2SWLRQV 2SWLRQ XQFWLRQ Supervisor Password Is Indicates whether a supervisor password has been assigned User Password Is Indicates whether a user password has been assigned Set Supervisor Password Sets and confirms a supervisor password Set User Password Sets and confirms a user password ...

Page 74: ...estore on AC Power Loss Determines what state the computer enters when AC power is restored after a power loss Settings are as follows Last State default Computer returns to the state it was in when power was lost Stays Off Computer stays off when power is restored you must press the power button to restore power Power On Computer turns on when power is restored On LAN This option controls how the...

Page 75: ... device the computer tries to boot from if it cannot boot from the device selected for 1st Boot Device Settings for this option are the same as for 1st Boot Device except for NETWORK 3rd Boot Device Determines which device the computer tries to boot from if it cannot boot from the devices selected for 1st Boot Device or 2nd Boot Device Settings for this option are the same as for 1st Boot Device e...

Page 76: ...y changes you have made and reverts all options to their original default settings but does not exit the system setup program Load Custom Defaults Loads settings saved using Save Custom Defaults option After highlighting this option press Enter Then press the spacebar to select Yes or No at the confirmation pop up menu and press Enter again Save Custom Defaults Saves any changes you have made but ...

Page 77: ... forget your user or setup password you cannot operate your computer Dis abling existing password s requires a call to Dell To avoid the inconvenience of a call write down your passwords and keep them in a safe place For more information on contacting Dell see Chapter 5 Contacting Dell ...

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Page 79: ...puter is equipped with four diagnostic code indicators which are labeled A B C and D on the back of the computer Each of the four indicators can be yellow or green When the computer is turned on or restarted and the computer is functioning normally the indicators flash at the beginning of the start up routine After the computer boots starts all four of the indicators become green to signify normal...

Page 80: ...ntacting Dell for instructions on obtaining technical assistance 7DEOH LDJQRVWLF RGHV LDJQRVWLF RGH HILQLWLRQ RUUHFWLYH FWLRQ Power up default Make sure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet and then check whether the power indicator is on or off If the power indicator is off press the power sleep button If the computer still does not start see Chapter 5 Contact ing Dell for instr...

Page 81: ...uctions on obtaining technical assis tance QYDOLG RRW LV NHWWH The operating system can not be located on drive C or the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive Enter the system setup program and confirm that the drive is properly iden tified or you have boota ble media in the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive H ERDUG HUURU The BIOS has detected a stuck key Make sure that nothing is resting on the keyboard if a key appears...

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Page 83: ...ur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference with radio communications services which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient the receiving antenna Relocate the computer with respect to the receiver Move the computer away from the receiver Plug the comp...

Page 84: ...he inclusion of certain options can change the rating of some configurations to Class A To determine which classification applies to your computer system examine all FCC registration labels located on the bottom or back panel of your computer on card mounting brackets and on the cards themselves If any one of the labels carries a Class A rating your entire system is con sidered to be a Class A dig...

Page 85: ... ing the equipment off and on you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician...

Page 86: ...e this equipment This Class B or Class A if so indicated on the registration label digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B ou Classe A si ainsi indiqué sur l étiquette d enregistration respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le Materiel Brouilleur du Canada ...

Page 87: ...tenance and problems caused by use of parts and components not supplied by Dell This warranty does not cover any items that are in one or more of the following cate gories software external devices except as specifically noted accessories or parts added to a Dell system after the system is shipped from Dell accessories or parts added to a Dell system through Dell s system integration department ac...

Page 88: ...CT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WILL APPLY AFTER SUCH PERIOD SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO ...

Page 89: ...cy at any time without notice The Total Satisfaction Return Policy in place for product at the time of purchase is the policy that will apply to the products purchased from Dell HDU 6WDWHPHQW RI RPSOLDQFH IRU OO HOO UDQGHG DUGZDUH 3URGXFWV Dell branded hardware products shipped on or after January 1 1997 are eligible to carry the NSTL Hardware Tested Year 2000 Compliant logo by virtue of formal te...

Page 90: ...ell believes that the hardware would pass the YMARK2000 test provided the appropri ate BIOS upgrade is properly loaded For Dell branded hardware products that do not have an upgradable BIOS Dell has made available as a convenience to customers the Y2000RTC driver and the Dell FIX2000 exe software utilities designed to assist customers in managing the year 2000 rollover 6RIWZDUH Dell specifically e...

Page 91: ...t screen system setup program B 12 cache memory A 1 CD ROM drives 3 7 troubleshooting 3 7 check spelling 2 15 Common Questions 2 3 2 9 2 14 common questions 2 2 computer lock ups 1 6 technical specifications A 1 transferring information to 1 8 turning off and on 1 5 computer terms ix configuration 2 2 connecting devices 1 4 connecting non USB devices 1 5 connections troubleshooting 3 2 contacting ...

Page 92: ... 3 accessing 2 1 asking questions through 2 14 diagnose a problem 2 12 diagnostic test results 2 12 main screen ix 2 2 E support button ix Exit screen system setup program B 14 FCC notices D 2 Class A D 2 Class B D 3 fixing problems 5 4 flat panel display 1 1 flat panel monitor 3 5 frequently asked questions FAQ 2 13 getting help 5 1 hardware and software installing additional 3 1 Help With Softwa...

Page 93: ...3 7 troubleshooting 3 7 monitor 1 1 3 5 troubleshooting 3 5 mouse interface cable connectors 3 2 MS DOS 1 1 Mute key 1 3 My Computer 3 7 1 network interface controller NIC 3 3 network interface controllers NIC 1 2 non USB devices 1 5 notational conventions ix notice ix NOTE ix 2 online documentation 2 16 online tutorials 1 1 operating system type supported 1 1 3 password disabling forgotten B 15 p...

Page 94: ...are or hardware request 2 2 software updates 2 16 speakers 1 1 3 4 specifications A 1 start up routine 3 4 SuperDisk drive 1 8 3 1 support technical 5 4 Support Request Notification message 2 13 support request status 2 13 Support Requests 2 4 2 11 2 16 Support Tools 2 3 2 8 system clock A 1 system features 1 1 System Info 2 3 2 7 system information A 1 system messages C 2 system setup B 1 Advance...

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