Dell Dimension 8400 Series Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Dell Dimension 8400 Series. We have 4 Dell Dimension 8400 Series manuals available for free PDF download: Manual, Service Manual, Quick Reference Manual, Setup

DELL Dimension 8400 Series Manual (148 pages)

Brand: DELL | Category: Desktop | Size: 5.78 MB

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

11
- Setting up a Printer
  11
  - Printer Cable
    11
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    12
  - Connecting a Parallel Printer
    13
- Connecting to the Internet
  13
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    14
- Playing Cds or Dvds
  15
  - Adjusting the Volume
    17
  - Adjusting the Picture
    17
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  17
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    17
  - Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-Rws
    18
  - Helpful Tips
    18
- Connecting Two Monitors
  19
- About Your RAID Configuration
  21
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  29
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    29
  - Network Setup Wizard
    30
- Power Management
  30
  - Overview
    30
  - Standby Mode
    31
  - Hibernate Mode
    31
  - Power Options Properties
    32
- Hyper-Threading
  33
2 Solving Problems

35
- Troubleshooting Tips
  35
- Battery Problems
  35
- Card Fan Problems
  35
- Drive Problems
  36
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    36
  - Hard Drive Problems
    37
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  37
- Error Messages
  38
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
  39
- Keyboard Problems
  40
- Lockups and Software Problems
  40
- Memory Problems
  42
- Mouse Problems
  43
- Network Problems
  44
- Power Problems
  44
- Printer Problems
  45
- Scanner Problems
  46
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  47
  - No Sound from Speakers
    47
  - No Sound from Headphones
    48
- Video and Monitor Problems
  48
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    48
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    49
3 Advanced Troubleshooting

51
- Diagnostic Lights
  51
- Dell Diagnostics
  55
  - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
    55
- Drivers
  57
  - What Is a Driver
    57
  - Identifying Drivers
    57
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    57
- Restoring Your Operating System
  58
  - Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
    59
  - Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec
    60
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  61
4 Removing and Installing Parts

63
- Before You Begin
  63
- Front View
  65
- Back View
  67
- Front-Panel Door and Hinge Arms
  69
  - Reattaching the Hinge Arms
    69
  - Reattaching the Front Door
    72
- Opening the Computer Cover
  73
- Inside Your Computer
  74
- System Board Components
  75
- Memory
  76
  - DDR2 Memory Overview
    76
  - Addressing Memory with 4-GB Configurations
    77
  - Installing Memory
    77
  - Removing Memory
    79
- Cards
  79
  - PCI Cards
    80
  - PCI Express Cards
    84
- Card Fan
  89
- Drives
  92
  - General Installation Guidelines
    92
  - Connecting Drive Cables
    92
- Hard Drive
  93
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    94
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    95
  - Adding a Second Hard Drive
    96
- Front-Panel Inserts
  98
- Floppy Drive
  100
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    100
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    101
- CD/DVD Drive
  102
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    102
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    104
- Battery
  106
  - Replacing the Battery
    106
- Closing the Computer Cover
  107
5 Appendix

109
- Specifications
  109
- System Setup
  113
  - Overview
    113
  - Entering System Setup
    114
  - System Setup Options
    115
  - Boot Sequence
    118
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  120
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  121
- Cleaning Your Computer
  121
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    121
  - Mouse
    122
  - Floppy Drive
    122
  - Cds and Dvds
    122
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  122
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    123
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    123
- FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
  123
  - Class a
    124
  - Class B
    124
  - FCC Identification Information
    125
- Contacting Dell
  125
Index

143

Dell Dimension 8400 Series Service Manual (48 pages)

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 1.59 MB

Abbreviations and Acronyms
1
Power Lights
2
Diagnostic Lights
2
Advanced Troubleshooting
2
Beep Codes
3
System Messages
4
Before You Begin
6
Getting Started
6
Recommended Tools
6
Turning off Your Computer
6
Before Working Inside Your Computer
6
Opening the Computer Cover
8
Closing the Computer Cover
9
Removing and Installing Parts
10
DDR2 Memory Overview
10
Addressing Memory with 4-GB Configurations
11
Installing Memory
11
Removing Memory
12
PCI Cards
12
Installing a PCI Card
13
Removing a PCI Card
15
Installing a PCI Express Card
15
Removing a PCI Express Card
18
General Installation Guidelines
18
Connecting Drive Cables
18
Drive Interface Connectors
19
Power Cable Connector
19
Removing a Hard Drive
19
Installing a Hard Drive
20
Adding a Second Hard Drive
21
Front-Panel Inserts
22
Removing a Floppy Drive
23
Installing a Floppy Drive
24
Removing a CD/DVD Drive
25
Installing a CD/DVD Drive
26
Installing the Processor
29
Removing the System Board
30
Replacing the System Board
31
Removing the Power Supply
32
Replacing the Power Supply
32
Replacing the Battery
33
Specifications
34
Entering System Setup
37
System Setup Screens
37
System Setup Options
37
Option Settings
39
Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
39
Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots
39
Boot Sequence
39
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
40
Clearing CMOS Settings
40
Technical Overview
42
Inside Your Computer
42
System Board Components
42
Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
43
DC Power Connector P2
44
DC Power Connector P4
45
DC Power Connector P6
45
DC Power Connector P7
45
DC Power Connector P10
46
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
47
Abbreviations and Acronyms
47

Dell Dimension 8400 Series Quick Reference Manual (2 pages)

Setup and Quick Reference Guide

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 2.33 MB

Dell Dimension 8400 Series Setup (2 pages)

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Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 2.34 MB

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3 Advanced Troubleshooting

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