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Dell Vostro 3800
Owner's Manual
Regulatory Model: D08D
Regulatory Type: D08D001

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Working on Your Computer
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Essential safety guidelines before performing any internal computer operations.
Turning Off Your Computer
Step-by-step instructions to safely shut down the operating system and computer.
After Working Inside Your Computer
Procedures for reconnecting devices and verifying functionality after maintenance.
Removing and Installing Components
Recommended Tools
Lists the necessary tools for component removal and installation procedures.
System Overview
Visual guide to the internal components of the computer.
Removing The Cover
Instructions for safely removing the computer's outer cover.
Installing The Cover
Steps to properly reattach the computer's outer cover.
Removing The Bezel
Procedure for removing the front panel bezel of the computer.
Installing The Bezel
Steps to install the front panel bezel onto the computer.
Removing The Optical Drive
Guide for removing the optical drive from the computer.
Installing The Optical Drive
Steps to install an optical drive into the computer.
Removing The Hard Drive
Instructions for removing the hard drive from its bracket.
Installing The Hard Drive
Steps to install a hard drive into its bracket and computer slot.
Removing the Expansion Card(s)
Procedure for removing expansion cards from their slots.
Installing the Expansion Card(s)
Steps to install expansion cards into their slots.
Removing The Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Guide for removing the power supply unit from the computer.
Installing The Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Steps to install a power supply unit into the computer.
Removing The Heatsink
Procedure to remove the processor heatsink and fan assembly.
Installing The Heatsink
Steps to install the processor heatsink and fan assembly.
Removing the Processor
Instructions for removing the processor from its socket.
Installing the Processor
Steps to install the processor into its socket.
Removing the Memory
Guide for removing memory modules from their slots.
Installing the Memory
Steps to install memory modules into their slots.
Removing The System Fan
Procedure to remove the system fan and its cables.
Installing The System Fan
Steps to install the system fan and its cables.
Removing The Input/Output (I/O) Panel
Instructions for removing the front I/O panel.
Installing The Input/Output (I/O) Panel
Steps to install the front I/O panel.
Removing The System Board
Guide for removing the system board from the computer.
Installing The System Board
Steps to install the system board into the computer.
System Board Components
Identifies various components on the system board.
Troubleshooting Your Computer
Diagnostic Power LED Codes
Explains power LED status, possible causes, and troubleshooting steps.
Diagnostic Error Messages
Lists error messages and their corresponding descriptions and troubleshooting.
System Error Messages
Provides a list of system error messages and their resolutions.
System Setup
System Setup Overview
Explains the purpose and functionality of the System Setup utility.
Enter System Setup
Instructions on how to access the System Setup utility.
Main System Setup Options
Configuration settings for System Information and Processor Information.
Advanced System Setup Options
Configuration settings for Processor and USB port options.
Processor and Boot Configuration
Settings for onboard devices, boot mode, and boot devices.
Power, Security, and Exit Settings
Configuration for power management, security features, and exiting setup.
Specifications
Processor Specifications
Details processor type, cache, and memory compatibility.
Memory Specifications
Information on memory module connectors, capacity, and type.
Video and Audio Specifications
Details integrated and discrete video card options and audio capabilities.
Network Specifications
Information on the integrated network adapter.
System Information and Expansion Bus
Chipset, BIOS, and expansion bus speeds for PCIe, SATA, and USB.
Component and Drive Specifications
Details on internal/external drives and card slots.
External Connectors
Lists and describes the computer's external ports for audio, network, USB, etc.
Control Lights and Diagnostic Lights
Explains the meaning of power button and drive activity lights.
Power Specifications
Details input voltage, frequency, wattage, and heat dissipation.
Physical Dimensions
Provides height, width, depth, and minimum weight for the computer.
Environmental Specifications
Operating and storage conditions for temperature, humidity, and altitude.

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