Contents 1 Working on your computer..........................6 Safety instructions................................6 Before working inside your computer..........................6 Turning off your computer..............................7 Turning off your computer — Windows 10....................... 7 Turning off your computer — Windows 7.........................7 After working inside your computer..........................7 2 Removing and installing components......................8 Recommended tools................................
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Turning off your computer Turning off your computer — Windows 10 CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer. Click or tap Click or tap and then click or tap Shut down. NOTE: Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off.
Removing and installing components This section provides detailed information on how to remove or install the components from your computer. Recommended tools The procedures in this document require the following tools: • Small flat blade screwdriver • Phillips # 1 screwdriver •...
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Lift the cover to remove it from the computer. Removing and installing components...
Installing cover Place the cover on the computer and slide the cover forward until it clicks into place. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. Front Bezel Removing bezel Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the cover.
Installing bezel Position the bezel to align the tab holders on the chassis. Press the bezel until the tabs clicks into place. Install the cover. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. Opening the front panel door Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
Storage Removing 3.5–inch hard drive assembly Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the: cover bezel To remove the hard drive assembly: Disconnect the hard drive assembly cables from the connectors on the hard drive. Removing and installing components...
b Press the blue tab [1] and pull the hard drive assembly out of the computer [ 2]. Removing 3.5–inch hard drive from the hard drive bracket Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the: cover bezel hard drive assembly To remove the hard drive bracket: Pull one side of the hard drive bracket to disengage the pins on the bracket from the slots on the hard drive [1].
Installing 3.5–inch hard drive assembly Insert the hard drive assembly into the slot on the computer until it clicks into place. Close the front bezel door. Connect the SATA cable and the power cable to the connectors on the hard drive. Install the: bezel cover...
Removing 2.5–inch drive from the drive bracket Follow the procedure in Before Working Inside Your Computer. Remove the: cover bezel 2.5–inch drive assembly To remove the drive: Pull one side of the drive bracket to disengage the pins on the bracket from the slots on the drive [1]. b Lift the drive out of the drive bracket [2].
Installing 2.5-inch drive assembly Insert the drive assembly into the slot on the computer until it clicks into place. Close the front bezel door. Connect the SATA cable and the power cable to the connectors on the drive. Install the: •...
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Press the blue release tab [1] and slide the optical drive out of the computer [2]. Removing and installing components...
Installing optical drive Insert the optical drive into the optical drive bay until it clicks into place. Open the front panel door. Route the data cable and power cable under the drive cage. Connect the data cable and power cable to the connectors on the optical drive. Close the front panel door.
Open the front bezel door. To remove the M.2 PCIe SSD: Pull the blue tab that secures the M.2 PCIe SSD to the system board [1]. b Disconnect the M.2 PCIe SSD from the connector on the system board [2]. Installing optional M.2 PCIe SSD Insert the M.2 PCIe SSD to the connector.
SD card Removing SD card reader Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the: cover bezel Open the front bezel door. To remove the SD card reader: Disconnect the SD card reader cable from the connector on the system board [1]. b Remove the screw that secures the SD card reader to the computer [2].
Installing SD card reader Insert the SD card reader into the slot on the system board. Tighten the screw to secure the SD card reader to the system board Connect the SD card reader cable to the connector on the system board. Close the front bezel door.
Expansion card Removing PCIe expansion card Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the: cover bezel Open the front panel door. To remove the PCIe expansion card: Pull the release latch to unlock the PCIe expansion card [1]. b Push the release tab [2] and lift the PCIe expansion card out of the computer [3].
Installing PCIe expansion card Pull the release latch backward to open. Insert the PCIe expansion card to the connector on the system board. Secure the PCIe expansion card by pushing the card retention latch until it clicks into place. Repeat the steps to install any additional PCIe expansion card. Close the release latch.
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To remove the PSU: Press the release tab [1]. b Slide and lift the PSU away from the computer [2]. Removing and installing components...
Installing power supply unit (PSU) Insert the PSU into the PSU slot and slide it toward the back of the computer until it clicks into place. Tighten the screws to secure the PSU to the computer. Route the PSU cables through the retention clips. Connect the PSU cables to the connectors on the system board.
VGA daughter board Removing VGA daughter board Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the: cover bezel Open the front bezel door To remove the VGA daughter board: Remove the screws that secure the VGA connector to the computer [1]. b Slide the VGA connector to release it from the computer.
Installing VGA daughter board Align the VGA daughter board with the screw holder on the system board. Tighten the screw to secure the VGA daughter board to the system board. Insert the VGA connector into the slot at the back of the computer. Tighten the screws to secure the VGA connector to the computer.
Installing intrusion switch Insert the intrusion switch into the slot on the computer. Route the intrusion switch cable through the fan grommet. Connect the intrusion switch cable to the connector on the system board. Close the front bezel door. Install the: bezel cover Follow the procedure in...
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cover bezel Open the front panel door. To release the power switch: Disconnect the power switch cable from the system board [1]. b Unroute the power switch cable through the retention clip [2]. Press the release tabs [2] and slide the power switch out from the front of the computer [3]. d Close the front panel door [4].
Installing power switch Insert the power switch into the slot from the front of the computer and press it until it clicks into place. Align the cable with the pins on the connector and connect the cable. Close the front panel door. Install the: bezel cover...
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To remove the speaker: Disconnect the speaker cable from the connector on the system board [1]. b Close the front bezel door. Press the release tabs [1], and slide the speaker [2] out of the slot. Removing and installing components...
Installing speaker Insert the speaker into the slot and press it until it clicks into place. Connect the speaker cable to the connector on the system board. Close the front bezel door. Install the: bezel cover Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
To remove the coin cell battery: Press the release latch until the coin cell battery pops out [1]. b Remove the coin cell battery from the connector on the system board [2]. Installing the coin cell battery Hold the coin cell battery with the "+" sign facing up and slide it under the securing tabs at the positive side of the connector. Press the battery into the connector until it locks into place.
Open the front panel door. To remove the heat sink assembly: Disconnect the heat sink assembly cable from the connector on the system board [1]. b Loosen the captive screws that secure the heat sink assembly to the system board [2]. Lift the heat sink assembly away from the computer [6].
Processor Removing processor Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the: cover bezel Open the front panel door. Remove the heat sink assembly. To remove the processor: Release the socket lever by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab on the processor shield [1]. b Lift the lever upward and lift the processor shield [2].
Installing processor Align the processor with the socket keys. CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into the socket. Align the pin-1 indicator of the processor with the triangle on the socket. Place the processor on the socket such that the slots on the processor align with the socket keys.
Installing system fan Hold the system fan with the cable facing the bottom of the computer. Align the system fan to the screws holders on the chassis wall. Insert the grommets into the slots on the back of the computer. Pass the grommets through the corresponding grooves on the system fan.
System board Removing system board Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the: cover bezel Open the front panel door. Remove the: heat sink assembly processor expansion card optional M.2 PCIe SSD SD card reader memory module VGA daughter board Disconnect the optical drive [1] and hard drive [2] cables from the connectors on the system board.
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PSU [1] b power switch [2] speaker [3] d PSU [4] power distribution for optical drive and hard drive [5] system fan [6] g intrusion switch [7] To remove the system board: Remove the screws that secure the system board to the computer [1]. b Slide and lift the system board away from the computer [2].
Installing the system board Hold the system board by its edges and align it toward the back of the computer. Lower the system board into the computer until the connectors at the back of the system board align with the slots on the chassis, and the screw holes on the system board align with the standoffs on the computer.
memory module optional M.2 PCIe SSD expansion card SD card reader processor heat sink assembly VGA daughter board Close the front panel door. Install the: bezel cover Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. System board layout PCIe x16(wire x4) connector (slot4) PCI connector (slot3) PCIe x16 connector (slot2) PCI-eX1 connector (slot 1)
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Card reader connector Power switch connector M.2 SSD connector SATA 1 connector SATA 3 connector Speaker connector ATX power connector HDD and ODD power connector SATA 2 connector SATA 0 connector Clear CMOS jumper CMOS_CLR/Password/Service_Mode Jumper Removing and installing components...
Technology and components Processors OptiPlex 7050 systems are shipped with Intel 6th generation and 7th generation core processor technology. NOTE: The clock speed and performance varies depending on the workload and other variables. Total cache up to 8 MB cache depending on processor type.
Expand Display adapters. Downloading drivers Turn on the computer. Go to Dell.com/support. Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your computer, and then click Submit. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto detect feature or manually browse for your computer model.
Verifying system memory in setup Turn on or restart your computer.. Perform one of the following actions after the Dell logo is displayed: • With keyboard — Tap F2 until the Entering BIOS setup message appears. To enter the Boot selection menu, tap F12.
finally has the answer to the consumers' demands with a theoretically 10 times faster than its predecessor. In a nutshell, USB 3.1 Gen 1 features are as follows: • Higher transfer rates (up to 5 Gbps) • Increased maximum bus power and increased device current draw to better accommodate power-hungry devices •...
Applications USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 opens up the laneways and provides more headroom for devices to deliver a better overall experience. Where USB video was barely tolerable previously (both from a maximum resolution, latency, and video compression perspective), it's easy to imagine that with 5-10 times the bandwidth available, USB video solutions should work that much better.
HDMI 1.4 Features • HDMI Ethernet Channel - Adds high-speed networking to an HDMI link, allowing users to take full advantage of their IP-enabled devices without a separate Ethernet cable • Audio Return Channel - Allows an HDMI-connected TV with a built-in tuner to send audio data "upstream" to a surround audio system, eliminating the need for a separate audio cable •...
Boot Sequence allows you to bypass the System Setup–defined boot device order and boot directly to a specific device (for example: optical drive or hard drive). During the Power-on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears. you can: •...
Table 2. Navigation Keys Keys Navigation Up arrow Moves to the previous field. Down arrow Moves to the next field. <Enter> Allows you to select a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field. Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop‐down list, if applicable.
Deleting or changing an existing system and/or setup password Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the Password Status is Locked. To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
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Table 4. System Configuration Option Description Integrated NIC Allows you to control the on-board LAN controller. The option ‘Enable UEFI Network Stack’ is not selected by default. The options are: • Disabled • Enabled • Enabled w/PXE (default) NOTE: Depending on the computer and its installed devices, the items listed in this section may or may not appear.
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Option Description • Enable PCI Slot (default option) • Enable Media Card (default option) • Disable Media Card Table 5. Video Option Description Primary Display Allows you to select the primary display when multiple controllers are available in the system. •...
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Option Description • SHA-256(default) • Disabled • Enabled (default) Computrace This field lets you Activate or Disable the BIOS module interface of the optional Computrace Service from Absolute Software. Enables or disables the optional Computrace service designed for asset management. •...
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Option Description NOTE: If you disable the Custom Mode, all the changes made will be erased and the keys will restore to default settings. Table 8. Intel Software Guard Extensions Option Description Intel SGX Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Intel Software Guard Extensions to provide a secured environment for running code/storing sensitive information in the context of the main operating system.
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Option Description This option is Power Off by default. Auto On Time Sets time to automatically turn on the computer. Time is kept in standard 12-hour format (hour:minutes:seconds). Change the startup time by typing the values in the time and AM/PM fields. NOTE: This feature does not work if you turn off your computer using the switch on a power strip or surge protector or if Auto Power is set to disabled.
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Table 12. Manageability Option Description USB provision This option is not selected by default. MEBx Hotkey This option is selected by default. Table 13. Virtualization Support Option Description Virtualization This option specifies whether a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Intel®...
It is recommended to update your BIOS (System Setup), on replacing the system board or if an update is available. For laptops, ensure that your computer battery is fully charged and connected to a power outlet Restart the computer. Go to Dell.com/support. Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit. NOTE:...
Optional RDVD drive Downloading drivers Turn on the computer. Go to Dell.com/support. Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your computer, and then click Submit. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto detect feature or manually browse for your computer model.
Click Download File to download the latest version of the chipset driver for your computer. After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the driver file. Double-click the chipset driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen. Intel chipset drivers Verify if the Intel chipset drivers are already installed in the computer.
Troubleshooting your computer You can troubleshoot your computer using indicators like diagnostic lights, and error messages during the operation of the computer. Diagnostic power LED codes Table 20. Diagnostic power LED codes Power LED light status Possible cause Troubleshooting steps The computer is either turned •...
One or more memory modules may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the memory modules or, if necessary, replace them. DISK C: FAILED INITIALIZATION The hard drive failed initialization. Run the hard drive tests in Dell Diagnostics. DRIVE NOT READY The operation requires a hard drive in the bay before it can continue.
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Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive, and boot the computer from an optical drive. Then, shut down the computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem persists, try another drive. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in Dell Diagnostics. HARD-DISK DRIVE FAILURE The hard drive does not respond to commands from the computer.
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The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may require recharging. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, Contact Dell. TIME-OF-DAY NOT SET-PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP The time or date stored in the system setup program does not PROGRAM match the system clock.
[nnnn]. For help in times for the same error. resolving this problem, please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support CMOS checksum error RTC is reset, BIOS Setup default has been loaded. CPU fan failure CPU fan has failed.
Technical specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer • Windows 10, click or tap Start > Settings > System > About. Topics: • System specifications • Memory specifications • Video specifications •...
Feature Specification USB 2.0 Two (one with PowerShare) Rear I/O ports USB 3.1 Gen 1 Four USB 2.0 Serial Line out HDMI Port DisplayPort Network port RJ-45 Power connector port PS/2 Power supply specifications Feature Specification Type 240 W Frequency 47 Hz - 63 Hz Voltage 90 VAC - 264 VAC...
Feature Specification Network activity Yellow light — A blinking yellow light indicates that network activity is present. light on integrated network adapter Power supply Green light — The power supply is turned on and is functional. The power cable must be connected to the power diagnostic light connector (at the back of the computer) and the electrical outlet.
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