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Dell OptiPlex DCSM Owner's Manual

Dell OptiPlex DCSM Owner's Manual (158 pages)

Dell Desktop Computer Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 10.31 MB

Table of Contents

Abbreviations and Acronyms
2
Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
9
1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

11
- Front View of the Computer
  11
- Back View of the Computer
  13
  - Back Panel Connectors
    14
- Setting up a Printer
  15
  - Printer Cable
    15
  - Connecting a Printer
    15
- Connecting to the Internet
  16
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    17
- Playing Cds and Dvds
  18
  - Adjusting the Volume
    19
  - Adjusting the Picture
    19
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  20
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    20
  - Using Blank Cds and Dvds
    20
  - Helpful Tips
    21
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  22
- Connecting Two Monitors
  23
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  25
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    25
  - Network Setup Wizard
    26
- Power Management
  26
  - Standby Mode
    26
  - Hibernate Mode
    27
  - Power Options Properties
    27
- Enabling Cool 'N' Quiet™ Technology
  28
- About RAID Configurations
  29
2 Solving Problems

33
- Troubleshooting Tips
  33
- Battery Problems
  33
- Drive Problems
  34
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    34
  - Hard Drive Problems
    35
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  35
- Error Messages
  36
- Keyboard Problems
  37
- Lockups and Software Problems
  38
- Media Card Reader Problems
  40
- Memory Problems
  41
- Mouse Problems
  41
- Network Problems
  42
- Power Problems
  43
- Printer Problems
  44
- Scanner Problems
  45
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  46
  - No Sound from Speakers
    46
  - No Sound from Headphones
    47
- Video and Monitor Problems
  47
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    47
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    48
3 Troubleshooting Tools

49
- Diagnostic Lights
  49
- Dell Diagnostics
  52
  - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
    52
- Drivers
  53
  - What Is a Driver
    53
  - Identifying Drivers
    53
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    54
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  55
- Restoring Your Operating System
  55
4 Removing and Installing Parts

61
- Before You Begin
  61
- Removing the Computer Cover
  63
- Inside View of Your Computer
  64
- System Board Components
  65
- Memory
  66
- Cards
  70
  - PCI Cards
    70
  - PCI Express Cards
    76
- Drive Panel
  81
- Drives
  85
- Hard Drives
  87
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    87
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    88
  - Adding a Second Hard Drive
    91
- Floppy Drive
  92
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    92
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    94
- Media Card Reader
  96
  - Removing a Media Card Reader
    96
  - Installing a Media Card Reader
    98
- CD/DVD Drive
  100
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    100
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    102
- Battery
  104
  - Replacing the Battery
    104
  - Replacing the Computer Cover
    105
A Appendix

107
- Specifications
  107
- System Setup
  111
  - Overview
    111
  - Entering System Setup
    111
  - System Setup Options
    112
  - Boot Sequence
    116
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  118
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  119
- Cleaning Your Computer
  119
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    119
  - Mouse
    120
  - Floppy Drive
    120
  - Cds and Dvds
    120
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  120
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    121
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    121
- FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
  121
  - FCC Class B
    121
- Contacting Dell
  122
Glossary

145
Index

155

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