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Dell OptiPlex GX400 User Manual

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Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX400 System User's Guide 
Safety Instructions
Safety First—For You and Your Computer
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Ergonomic Computing Habits
About Your Computer
Front View of Your Computer
Back View of Your Computer
Inside Your Computer
Advanced Features
System Settings
Manageability
Security
Password Protection
Jumper Settings
Installing and Configuring Software
TAPI
Power Management
Installing Upgrades
Computer Cover
Power Supply
Front Panel
System Memory
Disk Drives and Media
AGP Card Brace
Expansion Cards
Microprocessor
VRM
System Battery
Technical Specifications
Solving Problems
Before You Begin
Dell Diagnostics
Messages and Codes
Software Problems
Getting Help
Help Overview
Dell Contact Numbers
Additional Information
Regulatory Notices
ENERGY STAR® Compliance
Limited Warranty and Return Policy
Microsoft® Windows® XP Features
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE:
A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2001 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, OptiPlex, Dell OpenManage, Dimension, Inspiron, Latitude, DellWare, and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; Microsoft,
Windows, MS-DOS, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; 3Com is a registered
trademark of 3Com Corporation. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Dell Computer Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.
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 any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
September 2001 P/N 66CUJ Rev. A01

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  • Page 1 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 any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

  • Page 2: About Your Computer

    Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX400 System User's Guide    Front View of Your Computer   Back View of Your Computer   Inside Your Computer Front View of Your Computer The following illustration shows the controls and indicators located on the front panel of your computer.

  • Page 3: Back View Of Your Computer

    Power indicator — contains a light that illuminates in two colors and blinks or remains solid to indicate different states. Diskette-drive access indicator — lights when the drive is reading data from, or writing data to, a diskette. Wait until this indicator turns off before you remove a diskette from the drive.

  • Page 4: Inside Your Computer

    PS/2 Mouse Connector Attach the Personal System/2 (PS/2) mouse cable to the 6-pin mouse connector on the back panel. If your system uses Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows NT, Dell installed the necessary mouse drivers on your hard drive. NOTE: This connector is similar to the keyboard connector.

  • Page 5: System Board Components

    System Board Components The following illustration shows the system board and the location of its principal connectors and components. System Board Components Back to Contents Page...

  • Page 6: Advanced Features

    To set the current configuration information such as the amount of memory or type of hard drive installed You can view the current settings at any time. Dell recommends that you record the information for future reference. If you have a line printer connected to the parallel port on your computer, you can print the system setup screens by pressing <Print Screen>.

  • Page 7: Changing The Boot Sequence

    CD, the system attempts to boot from the next device in the list. MBA (Onboard NIC) — The system prompts you to press <Ctrl><Alt><b> at the Dell logo screen during boot. A menu appears that allows you to select a method for booting from a network server.

  • Page 8: Dell Openmanage Client Instrumentation

    Change the state of your computer, such as updating its BIOS or shutting it down remotely Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation can be installed on computers like yours, which, when set up on a network with IT Assistant, are called managed systems.

  • Page 9: Password Protection

    System password Setup password System Password System passwords allow only those who know the password to have full use of the system. Your Dell system does not have the system password feature enabled when you receive it. NOTICE: Although passwords provide security for the data on your system, they are not foolproof. If your data requires more security, it is your responsibility to obtain and use additional forms of protection, such as data encryption programs.

  • Page 10: Deleting Or Changing An Existing System Password

    Setup Password Setup passwords allow only those who know the password to have full use of system setup. Your Dell system does not have the setup password feature enabled when you receive it. Setup Password options in system setup: Enabled — does not allow assignment of setup passwords; users must enter a setup password to make changes to system setup Not Enabled —...

  • Page 11: Deleting Or Changing An Existing Setup Password

    3.  Type in and then verify the password. After you verify the password, the Setup Password setting changes to Enabled. The next time you attempt to enter system setup, the system prompts you for the setup password. NOTE: setup password can be the same as the system password.

  • Page 12: Installing And Configuring Software

    NOTICE: Make sure your system is turned off before you change a jumper setting. Otherwise, damage to your system or unpredictable results may occur. To change a jumper setting, pull the plug off its pin(s) and carefully fit it down onto the pin(s) indicated The following table lists the system board jumpers and their settings.

  • Page 13: Installing A Tapi Sound Card

     Install the TAPI-compliant expansion card. See the manufacturer's documentation for more information.  Rotate the power supply away from the system board. 4.  Connect the 4-pin TAPI cable to the TAPI system board connector. To locate the TAPI connector on the system board, see "System Board Components."...
  • Page 14 Power Management Sleep State Wake-Up Methods Windows 2000 and XP Windows NT 4.0 Standby Press the power button Not supported Auto power on Move or click the PS/2 mouse Move or click the USB mouse Type on the PS/2 keyboard Type on the USB keyboard USB device activity Hibernate...

  • Page 15: Installing Upgrades

    Back to Contents Page Installing Upgrades Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX400 System User's Guide    Computer Cover   Power Supply   Front Panel   System Memory   Disk Drives and Media   AGP Card Brace   Expansion Cards   Microprocessor   VRM   System Battery Computer Cover Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—...

  • Page 16: Replacing The Computer Cover

    d.  Lift the cover away from the chassis. e.  Turn the computer on its right side before you begin working inside the chassis. Replacing the Computer Cover 1.  Check all cable connections and fold cables out of the way so that they do not catch on the computer cover. Ensure that cables are not routed over the drive cage—they will prevent the cover from closing properly.

  • Page 17: Power Supply

    Power Supply To access some of the components on the system board, you may need to rotate the system power supply out of the way. CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your Computer." 1.  Turn off the computer and peripherals, disconnect them from their electrical outlets, wait at least 5 seconds, and then remove the computer cover.

  • Page 18: System Memory

    System Memory NOTICE: Before you install new memory modules, download the most recent BIOS for your computer from the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Your computer supports Rambus dynamic random-access memory (RDRAM) Rambus in-line memory modules (RIMMs) in 64-, 128-, 256-, and 512-megabyte (MB) capacities (see "Sample Memory Module...

  • Page 19: Upgrading System Memory

    10.  Run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that the memory modules are operating properly. Removing a Memory Module 1.  Press the securing clips at each end of the socket outward simultaneously until the module pops out slightly from the socket (see the following figure).

  • Page 20: Installing A Memory Module

    Installing a Memory Module 1.  Press the securing clips at each end of the socket outward until they snap open (see the following figure). Installing a Memory Module 2.  Align the slots on the bottom of the module with the two ridges inside the socket. 3.
  • Page 21 configuration. 6.  Attach the new drive to the drive bracket. Turn the drive upside down, and fit the bracket on the drive so that the screw holes align. To ensure proper installation, all screw holes should be aligned and the tabs on the front of the bracket should be flush with the front of the drive (see the following figure). Attaching the Drive Bracket to the New Drive To further ensure proper positioning of the drive in the chassis, insert and tighten all four screws in the order in which the holes are numbered (the holes are marked "1"...
  • Page 22 See the operating system's documentation for instructions. NOTE: Tape drives sold by Dell come with their own operating software and documentation. After you install a tape drive, refer to the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing and using the tape drive software.
  • Page 23 and lift it up off the bracket hooks and away from the chassis. Removing the Hard Drive Bracket From the Chassis If a drive is already installed in the bracket, disconnect the DC power cable and interface cable from the back of the drive before removing the bracket from the chassis.
  • Page 24 Installing the Hard-Drive Bracket in the Chassis 9.  Connect the interface cable for the drive (see "Attaching Hard Drive Cables in the Chassis"). NOTICE: To avoid possible damage, you must match the colored strip on the interface cable with pin 1 on both the drive and system board connectors. a.

  • Page 25: Eide Device Installation Guidelines

    There is no requirement that SCSI ID numbers be assigned sequentially or that devices be attached to the cable in order by ID number. SCSI devices installed by Dell are configured correctly during the manufacturing process. You do not need to set the SCSI ID for these SCSI devices.

  • Page 26: Scsi Cables

    SCSI logic requires that termination be enabled for the two devices at opposite ends of the SCSI chain and disabled for all devices in between. Dell recommends that you use terminated cables and that you disable termination on all devices. See the documentation provided with any optional SCSI device you purchase for information on disabling termination on the device.

  • Page 27: Installing An Expansion Card

    "Expansion Cards" for examples of these cards. NOTE: To meet PC99 system requirements, your Dell computer uses only PCI expansion slots. Industry-Standard Architecture (ISA) expansion cards are not supported. This is an industry standard for ease-of-use. NOTICE: Before disconnecting a peripheral device from the computer, wait 10 to 20 seconds after disconnecting the computer from its electrical outlet.
  • Page 28 CAUTION: Some network interface controllers (NICs) automatically start up the system when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any expansion cards. Verify that the standby power indicator on the system board is off.

  • Page 29: Removing An Expansion Card

    Upgrading the Microprocessor NOTE: Dell recommends that only a technically knowledgeable person perform this procedure. CAUTION: The processor can get very hot during system operation. Be sure that the processor has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
  • Page 30 NOTICE: Do not discard the original microprocessor heat sink or securing clips unless you are installing a microprocessor upgrade kit from Dell. If you are not installing a microprocessor upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat sink and securing clips when replacing the microprocessor.
  • Page 31  Rotate the socket lever back toward the socket until it snaps into place, securing the microprocessor. Replacing the Microprocessor 8.  Install the microprocessor heat sink: NOTICE: If you are not installing a microprocessor upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat sink and securing clips when replacing the microprocessor.

  • Page 32: Removing The Vrm

    CPU Information menu are correct for the new microprocessor. 13.  Exit system setup, and then run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that the new microprocessor is operating properly. The voltage regulator module (VRM) senses the microprocessor's voltage requirements and ensures that the correct voltage is maintained.

  • Page 33: System Battery

    4.  Rotate the power supply back into position until the securing tab snaps into the release latch. 5.  Replace the computer cover and restart the system. System Battery The 3.0-V CR2032 coin-cell battery installed on the system board provides power to retain the configuration, date, and time information when the system is turned off.
  • Page 34 10.  If the time and date are still incorrect, see "Getting Help" for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Back to Contents Page...

  • Page 35: Technical Specifications

    Back to Contents Page Technical Specifications Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX400 System User's Guide    Technical Specifications  Processor Microprocessor type Intel® Pentium® 4 microprocessor. Design provides for future Dell-supported upgrades. A slower compatibility speed can be set through system setup. Internal cache 8-kilobyte (KB) first-level L2 cache memory 256-KB pipelined-burst, eight-way set-associative, write-back static random-access memory (SRAM)
  • Page 36 Serial (DTE) two 9-pin connectors; 16550-compatible Parallel one 25-hole connector (bidirectional) Video one 15-hole connector (on video card) Network interface controller RJ45 connector (NIC) Personal System/2 (PS/2)-style 6-pin mini-Deutsche Industrie Norm (DIN) keyboard PS/2-compatible mouse 6-pin mini-DIN Universal Serial Bus (USB) four USB-compliant connectors Audio one microphone jack;...
  • Page 37 Back to Contents Page      ...

  • Page 38: Solving Problems

    This section describes system and software problems, offers corrective actions, describes the Dell Diagnostics utility, and provides system messages and codes. Before you call Dell for technical assistance, complete the following tasks to help you resolve computer problems: Read "About Your Computer"...

  • Page 39: Monitor Problems

    Does the power indicator on the front of the computer light up? Yes. The problem is resolved. No. The computer may be defective. Contact Dell for technical assistance. Monitor Problems The power indicator on the monitor communicates codes that can help you determine whether there is a problem. The following table lists the codes for the monitor power indicator.

  • Page 40: Sound And Speaker Problems

    7.  Run the VESA/VGA Interface tests in the Dell Diagnostics. Did any of the tests fail? Yes. The video controller on the system board may be defective. Contact Dell for technical assistance. Contact Dell for technical assistance. Sound and Speaker Problems...

  • Page 41: Printer Problems

    Yes. The controller is working properly. Go to the next question. Do you have a set of headphones? Yes. Go to step Contact Dell for technical assistance. 4.  Connect the headphones to the line-out/speaker jack. Can you hear sound through the headphones? Yes.

  • Page 42: Serial Or Parallel Device Problems

    No. The printer is probably defective. If you bought the printer from Dell, contact Dell for technical assistance. If you did not, take it to an authorized service center for repair. 3.  Try to print again. Does the print operation complete successfully? Yes.

  • Page 43: Mouse Problems

    Is the device working properly? Yes. You need a new device. Contact Dell for technical assistance. Contact Dell for technical assistance. Mouse Problems Basic Checks: Disconnect the cable from the computer and check the cable connector for bent or broken pins. Check for damaged or frayed cables.

  • Page 44: Diskette Drive Problems

    No. Go to step 6.  Use the keyboard to type some characters. Do the characters appear on the screen? Yes. The problem is resolved. Contact Dell for technical assistance. 7.  Run the PC-AT Compatible Keyboards tests in the Dell Diagnostics.

  • Page 45: Hard Drive Problems

    When you turn on the computer, you can hear drive activity during the boot routine. If your computer does not boot, contact Dell for technical assistance. If you are trying to copy data to the diskette, ensure that it is not write- protected.
  • Page 46 Did any of the diagnostics tests indicate a faulty drive? Yes. The hard drive may be faulty. Contact Dell for technical assistance. No. Go to the next question. Did any of the diagnostics tests indicate a faulty drive controller? Yes.

  • Page 47: Battery Problems

    No. Files in the operating system may be corrupt. See your operating system documentation. Is the drive operating properly? Yes. The problem is resolved. Contact Dell for technical assistance. Battery Problems If an error message indicates a problem with the battery or if configuration information is lost from...

  • Page 48: Recover From A Program That Is Not Responding

    Dell Diagnostics. Did any of the diagnostics tests fail? Yes. Contact Dell for technical assistance. No. Go to step 12.  Turn off the computer and peripherals, disconnect them from their electrical outlets, wait at least 5 seconds, and then remove the computer cover.

  • Page 49: Repairing A Dropped Or Damaged Computer

    Does the system have power? Yes. Go to step Contact Dell for technical assistance. 6.  Turn off the computer and peripherals, disconnect them from their electrical outlets, wait at least 5 seconds, and then remove the computer cover. 7.  Reinstall all expansion cards.

  • Page 50: System Memory Problems

    2.  Run the System Memory test group in the Dell Diagnostics. Did any of the diagnostics tests fail? Yes. Contact Dell for technical assistance. No. Go to step 3.  Turn off the computer and peripherals, disconnect them from their electrical outlets, wait at least 5 seconds, and then remove the computer cover.

  • Page 51: System Board Problems

    9.  Reconnect the computer and peripherals to their electrical outlets, and turn them on. Is the computer working properly? Yes. The problem is resolved. Contact Dell for technical assistance. System Board Problems A system board problem can result from a defective system board component, a faulty power supply, or a defective component connected to the system board.

  • Page 52: When To Use The Dell Diagnostics

    When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, run the Dell Diagnostics before you call Dell for technical assistance. The Dell Diagnostics tests check your computer's hardware without additional equipment and without the risk of destroying data. When the diagnostics tests complete without indicating any problems, you can have confidence in your computer's operation.

  • Page 53: Advanced Testing

    To perform a quick check of your computer or a specific device, select Quick Tests from the Test All Devices or Test One Device option. Quick Tests runs only the tests that run fast and do not require user interaction. Dell recommends that you choose Quick Tests first to increase the odds of tracing the source of the problem quickly.

  • Page 54: Advanced Testing Help Menu

    Device Groups, and the diagnostic menus and commands, and gives instructions on how to use them Keys Explains the functions of all keystrokes that can be used in Dell Diagnostics Device Describes the highlighted group in the Device Groups list on the main menu and provides reasons for using certain tests...
  • Page 55 The amount of memory recorded in the Reboot the computer. If the error appears again, Memory size in CMOS invalid system configuration information does contact Dell for technical assistance. not match the memory installed in the computer. The computer cannot find the diskette...

  • Page 56: System Beep Codes

    (code 1-1-3) means that the computer was unable to read the data in nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM). This information is invaluable to the Dell support staff if you need to call for technical assistance.

  • Page 57: Warning Messages

    3-1-2 Master DMA register failure Run the System Board Devices tests in the Dell Diagnostics, if possible. 3-1-3 Master interrupt mask register failure Contact Dell for technical assistance. 3-1-4 Slave interrupt mask register failure Contact Dell for technical assistance. 3-2-2...

  • Page 58: Back-Panel Indicators

    Solid yellow Dell Diagnostics is running a test, or a If the Dell Diagnostics is running, allow the testing to device on the system board may be faulty or complete. Otherwise, see "System Board Problems." incorrectly installed. If the system does not boot,...

  • Page 59: Snmp Platform Event Traps

    If the problem is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance.   Possible system board resource and/or Perform the procedure in "System Board Problems" and see "Hardware Conflicts." hardware failure   Possible system board resource and/or Perform the procedure in "System Board...

  • Page 60: Operating System Compatibility

    Verify that the program's device drivers do not conflict with certain application programs. Confirm that a problem is software-related by running the System Board Devices tests in the Dell Diagnostics. If all tests run successfully, the error condition may be related to a software problem.

  • Page 61: Bios Recovery Utility

    The system automatically flashes the BIOS from the diskette. 6.  When the system begins to restart and the Dell logo screen appears, remove the diskette from the diskette drive so that the system does not boot from the diskette again.

  • Page 62: Getting Help

      Dell Contact Numbers Help Overview This section describes the tools Dell provides to help you when you have a problem with your computer. It also tells you when and how to contact Dell for technical or customer assistance. Technical Assistance If you need assistance with a technical problem, perform the following steps: 1.

  • Page 63: Problems With Your Order

    Numbers." TechFax Service Dell takes full advantage of fax technology to serve you better. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, you can call the Dell TechFax line toll-free for all kinds of technical information. Using a touch-tone phone, you can select from a full directory of topics. The technical information you request is sent within minutes to the fax number you designate.

  • Page 64: Dell Contact Numbers

    Dell Contact Numbers The following table provides country-specific access codes and telephone numbers, websites, and e-mail addresses that you can use to contact Dell. The codes required depend on where you are calling from as well as the destination of your call; in addition, each country has a different dialing protocol. If you need assistance in determining which codes to use, contact a local or an international operator.
  • Page 65 Switchboard 01 491 04 0 Website: http://support.euro.dell.com E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell.com Barbados General Support 1-800-534-3066 Belgium (Brussels) Technical Support 02 481 92 88 Customer Care 02 481 91 19 International Access Code: 00 Home/Small Business Sales toll free: 0800 16884 Country Code: 32 Corporate Sales 02 481 91 00 02 481 92 99 City Code: 2 Switchboard 02 481 91 00 Website: http://support.euro.dell.com E-mail: tech_be@dell.com...
  • Page 66 Country Code: 45 Switchboard 45170100 Fax Technical Support (Upplands Vasby, Sweden) 46 0 859005594 Fax Switchboard 45170117 Website: http://support.euro.dell.com E-mail: den_support@dell.com E-mail Support for Servers: Nordic_server_support@dell.com Dominican Republic General Support 1-800-148-0530 El Salvador General Support 01-899-753-0777 Finland (Helsinki) Technical Support 09 253 313 60...
  • Page 67 Country Code: 81 Technical Support Outside of Japan (Dimension and Inspiron) 81-44-520-1435 City Code: 44 Technical Support (Dell Precision™, OptiPlex™ and Latitude™) toll free: 0120-1984-33 Technical Support Outside of Japan (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) 81-44-556-3894 24-Hour Automated Order Service 044 556-3801 Customer Care 044 556-4240 Business Sales Division (up to 400 employees)
  • Page 68 Country Code: 47 Switchboard 671 16800 Fax Technical Support (Upplands Vasby, Sweden) 46 0 85 590 05 594 Fax Switchboard 671 16865 Website: http://support.euro.dell.com   E-mail: nor_support@dell.com   E-mail Support for Servers: Nordic_server_support@dell.com Panama General Support 001-800-507-0962 Peru General Support 0800-50-669 Poland (Warsaw) Customer Service Phone  57 95 700 Customer Care  57 95 999...
  • Page 69 City Code: 8 Website: http://support.euro.dell.com   E-mail: swe_support@dell.com   E-mail Support for Latitude and Inspiron: Swe-nbk_kats@dell.com E-mail Support for OptiPlex: Swe_kats@dell.com E-mail Support for Servers: Nordic_server_support@dell.com Switzerland (Geneva) Technical Support (Home and Small Business) 0844 811 411 Technical Support (Corporate) 0844 822 844 International Access Code: 00 Customer Care (Home and Small Business) 0848 802 202...
  • Page 70 Customer Technical Support (Home sales purchased via http://www.dell.com) toll free: 1-877-576-3355 Customer Service (Credit Return Authorization Numbers) toll free: 1-800-624-9897 National Accounts (systems purchased by established Dell national accounts [have your account number handy], medical institutions, or value-added resellers [VARs]): Customer Service and Technical Support (Return Material Authorization Numbers) toll free: 1-800-822-8965...

  • Page 71: Additional Information

    Using shielded cables ensures that you maintain the appropriate EMC classification for the intended environment. For parallel printers, a cable is available from Dell. If you prefer, you can order a cable from Dell on the World Wide Web at http://www.dell.com/products/dellware/index.htm.

  • Page 72: Ic Notice (Canada Only)

    Most Dell computer systems (and other Dell digital apparatus) are classified by the Industry Canada (IC) Interference-Causing Equipment Standard #3 (ICES- 003) as Class B digital devices. To determine which classification (Class A or B) applies to your computer system (or other Dell digital apparatus), examine all registration labels located on the bottom or the back panel of your computer (or other digital apparatus).

  • Page 73: Vcci Notice (Japan Only)

    MIC Notice (Republic of Korea Only) To determine which classification (Class A or B) applies to your computer system (or other Dell digital device), examine the Republic of Korean Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) registration labels located on your computer (or other Dell digital device). The MIC label may be located separately from the other regulatory marking applied to your product.

  • Page 74: Polish Center For Testing And Certification Notice

    Please note that this device has been approved for business purposes with regard to electromagnetic interference. If you find that this device is not suitable for your use, you may exchange it for a nonbusiness-purpose device. MIC Class A Regulatory Mark Class B Device Please note that this device has been approved for nonbusiness purposes and may be used in any environment, including residential areas.

  • Page 75: Bsmi Notice (Taiwan Only)

    BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)

  • Page 76: Energy Star Compliance

    Any Dell computer bearing the ENERGY STAR® Emblem is certified to comply with EPA ENERGY STAR® requirements as configured when shipped by Dell. Any changes you make to this configuration (such as installing additional expansion cards or drives) may increase the system's power consumption beyond the limits set by the EPA's ENERGY STAR® Computers program.

  • Page 77: Three-Year Limited Warranty (Canada Only)

    Coverage During Years Two and Three During the second and third years of this limited warranty, Dell will provide, on an exchange basis and subject to Dell's Exchange Policy in effect on the date of the exchange, replacement parts for the Dell hardware product(s) covered under this limited warranty when a part requires replacement. You must report each instance of hardware failure to Dell's Customer Technical Support in advance to obtain Dell's concurrence that a part should be replaced and to have Dell ship the replacement part.

  • Page 78: One-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America And The Caribbean Only)

    Coverage During Years Two and Three During the second and third years of this limited warranty, Dell will provide, on an exchange basis and subject to Dell's Exchange Policy in effect on the date of the exchange, replacement parts for the Dell hardware product(s) covered under this limited warranty when a part requires replacement. You must report each instance of hardware failure to Dell's Customer Technical Support in advance to obtain Dell's concurrence that a part should be replaced and to have Dell ship the replacement part.

  • Page 79: Limitation And Statutory Rights

    If you are an end-user customer who bought reconditioned or refurbished products from a Dell company, you may return them to Dell within 14 days of the date of invoice for a refund or credit of the product purchase price. In either case, the refund or credit will not include any shipping and handling charges shown on your invoice.

  • Page 80: Safety Instructions

    For comfort and efficiency, observe the following ergonomic guidelines when setting up and using your computer system: Position your system so that the monitor and keyboard are directly in front of you as you work. Special shelves are available (from Dell and other sources) to help you correctly position your keyboard.
  • Page 81 Use a chair that provides good lower back support. Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard or mouse. Always leave space to rest your hands while using the keyboard or mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides.

  • Page 82: Microsoft® Windows® Xp Features

    To access all the programs installed on the computer, click All Programs at the bottom of the Start menu. The right half of the new Start menu contains useful icons for accessing your files, configuring the computer, and finding information and assistance. The Dell Solution Center icon opens a portal to services and application programs installed on your Dell computer.

  • Page 83: Clean Desktop Wizard

    6.  Click Finish to remove the shortcuts and close the wizard. The shortcuts are moved to the folder C:\Desktop Icons. To access desktop icons removed by Windows XP, click the Start button, and then click Dell Solution Center. Taskbar Grouping The Windows taskbar is a row of buttons that typically displays across the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 84: Application And Device Compatibility

    NOTE: Dell recommends that you make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor changes to or recover your data files. In the event the original data on the hard drive is accidentally erased or overwritten or becomes inaccessible because of a hard-drive malfunction, backup files are required to recover lost or damaged data.

  • Page 85: Restore Process

    Event-Triggered Restore Points Event-triggered restore points are created before key changes are made to the system. System Restore automatically creates a restore point before the following events: Application installations — System Restore creates a restore point before you install an application program designed for Windows XP. You may wish to create a manual restore point before attempting to install an older program.

  • Page 86: User Accounts And Fast User Switching

    User Accounts and Fast User Switching NOTE: Fast User Switching is the default user screen for both Home and Professional editions, but is disabled in Windows XP Professional when the computer is a member of a computer domain. Microsoft Windows XP includes a new feature that provides multiuser access to a single computer. Fast User Switching, which is available in both the Home and Professional editions, allows users to access the computer with their specific settings, including the desktop and various applications, without requiring the previous user to log off.

  • Page 87: Home And Small Office Networking

    To add users, perform the following steps: 1.  Click the Start button, and click Control Panel. 2.  In the Control Panel window, click User Accounts. 3.  In the User Accounts window under Pick a Task, click Create a new account. 4.
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