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Dell Dimension 9200C Owner's Manual (174 pages)

Dell Desktop Computer Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 11.96 MB

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

13
- Front View of the Computer
  13
- Back View of the Computer
  15
- Back Panel Connectors
  16
- Connecting Monitors
  17
- Setting up a Printer
  20
  - Printer Cable
    20
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    20
- Connecting to the Internet
  21
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    21
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  22
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    22
  - Network Setup Wizard
    23
- Transferring Information to a New Computer
  23
  - Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard with the Operating System CD
    24
  - Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD
    25
- Playing Cds and Dvds
  26
  - Playing a CD or DVD
    26
  - Adjusting the Volume
    28
  - Adjusting the Picture
    28
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  28
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    29
  - Using Blank Cds and Dvds
    29
  - Helpful Tips
    30
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  31
- IEEE 1394 (Optional)
  32
- Power Management
  32
  - Overview
    32
  - Standby Mode
    32
  - Hibernate Mode
    33
  - Power Options Properties
    33
- Cleaning Your Computer
  34
2 Optimizing Performance

37
3 Solving Problems

49
- Troubleshooting Tips
  49
- Battery Problems
  49
- Drive Problems
  50
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    50
  - Hard Drive Problems
    51
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  51
- Error Messages
  53
- Media Card Reader Problems
  54
- Keyboard Problems
  54
- Lockups and Software Problems
  55
- Memory Problems
  57
- Mouse Problems
  57
- Network Problems
  58
- Power Problems
  59
- Printer Problems
  60
- Scanner Problems
  60
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  61
  - No Sound from Speakers
    61
  - No Sound from Headphones
    62
- Video and Monitor Problems
  62
  - The Screen Is Blank
    62
  - The Screen Is Difficult to Read
    63
4 Troubleshooting Tools

65
- Diagnostic Lights
  65
- Dell Diagnostics
  68
  - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
    69
- Drivers
  70
  - What Is a Driver
    70
  - Identifying Drivers
    70
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    71
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  72
- Restoring Your Operating System
  72
  - Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
    72
  - Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec
    74
5 Removing and Installing Parts

77
- Before You Begin
  77
- Removing the Computer Cover
  78
- Inside View of Your Computer
  80
- System Board Components
  81
- Memory
  82
  - Memory Overview
    82
  - Installing Memory
    83
  - Removing Memory
    85
- Cards
  86
  - PCI Cards
    86
  - PCI Express Cards
    91
- Drive Panels
  100
  - Removing the Drive Panel
    100
  - Removing the Drive-Panel Insert
    101
  - Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert
    102
  - Replacing the Drive Panel
    103
- Drives
  103
  - General Installation Guidelines
    104
- Hard Drive
  104
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    105
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    106
  - Adding a Second Hard Drive
    107
- Floppy Drive
  109
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    109
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    111
- Media Card Reader
  112
  - Removing a Media Card Reader
    112
  - Installing a Media Card Reader
    115
- CD/DVD Drive
  116
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    117
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    118
- Battery
  120
  - Replacing the Battery
    120
- Replacing the Computer Cover
  121
6 Appendix

123
- Specifications
  123
- System Setup
  127
  - Overview
    127
  - Entering System Setup
    127
  - System Setup Options
    129
  - Boot Sequence
    132
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  134
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  135
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  135
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    135
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    136
- FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
  136
  - FCC Class B
    136
- Contacting Dell
  137
Glossary

159
Index

171

Dell Dimension 9200C Owner's Manual (136 pages)

Dell Dimension 9200C: Owners Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 8.82 MB

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

13
- Front and Back View of the Computer
  13
  - Front View
    13
  - Back View
    15
  - Back I/O Connectors
    16
- Setting up a Printer
  17
  - Printer Cable
    17
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    18
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  18
- Connecting a TV (Optional)
  20
  - Changing the Display Settings
    20
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  20
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    20
  - Network Setup Wizard
    21
- Connecting to the Internet
  22
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    22
- Playing a CD or DVD
  23
  - Adjusting the Volume
    25
  - Adjusting the Picture
    25
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  25
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    25
  - Using Blank Cds and Dvds
    26
  - Helpful Tips
    27
- Power Management
  28
  - Standby Mode
    28
  - Hibernate Mode
    28
  - Power Options Properties
    29
- Intel ® VIIV™ Technology (Optional)
  30
- Hyper-Threading and Dual-Core Technology
  31
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
  37
- Media Card Reader Problems
  38
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
  38
- Keyboard Problems
  39
- Lockups and Software Problems
  39
- Memory Problems
  41
- Mouse Problems
  42
- Network Problems
  43
- 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
  - The Screen Is Blank
    47
  - The Screen Is Difficult to Read
    48
3 Troubleshooting Tools

49
- Diagnostic Lights
  49
- Dell Diagnostics
  52
  - When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
    52
- Drivers
  54
  - What Is a Driver
    54
  - Identifying Drivers
    54
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    55
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  56
- Restoring Your Operating System
  56
  - Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
    56
4 Removing and Installing Parts

61
- Before You Begin
  61
- Removing the Computer Cover
  62
- Inside View of Your Computer
  64
- System Board Components
  65
- Memory
  66
  - DDR2 Memory Overview
    66
  - Addressing Memory with 4-GB Configurations
    68
  - Installing Memory
    68
  - Removing Memory
    70
- Cards
  70
- Drives
  74
- Hard Drive
  76
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    76
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    78
- CD/DVD Drive
  81
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    81
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    83
- Media Card Reader
  85
  - Removing a Media Card Reader
    85
  - Installing a Media Card Reader
    87
- Floppy Drive (Optional)
  89
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    89
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    91
- Modem
  93
  - Replacing the Modem
    93
- Battery
  94
  - Replacing the Battery
    94
- Replacing the Computer Cover
  96
5 Specifications

97
- System Setup
  101
  - Overview
    101
  - Entering System Setup
    102
  - System Setup Options
    103
  - Boot Sequence
    106
- Jumper Settings
  107
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  108
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  109
- Cleaning Your Computer
  109
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    109
  - Mouse
    110
  - Cds and Dvds
    110
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  110
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    111
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    111
- FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
  111
  - FCC Class B
    111
- Contacting Dell
  112
Index

133

Dell Dimension 9200C Service Manual (68 pages)

computer

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 2.29 MB

Before You Begin
2
Getting Started
2
Recommended Tools
2
Turning off Your Computer
2
Before Working Inside Your Computer
2
About Your Computer
4
Front View
4
Back View
5
Back Panel Connectors
6
Technical Overview
9
Inside View of Your Computer
9
System Board Components
9
Jumper Settings
11
Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
11
DC Power Connector P1
12
DC Power Connector P2
13
DC Power Connector P3
13
DC Power Connector P5
13
Specifications
15
Troubleshooting
20
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
20
Starting the Dell Diagnostics
20
System Lights
21
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
21
Diagnostic Lights
22
Beep Codes
24
Entering System Setup
25
System Setup Screens
25
System Setup Options
26
Boot Sequence
29
Option Settings
29
Changing the Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
30
Changing the Boot Sequence for Future Boots
30
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
31
Clearing CMOS Settings
31
Flashing the BIOS
32
Removing the Computer Cover
33
Removing and Installing Parts
35
DDR2 Memory Overview
35
Addressing Memory with 4-GB Configurations
36
Installing Memory
36
Removing Memory
38
Installing a PCI Express Card
39
Removing a PCI Express Card
41
Removing a Hard Drive
42
Installing a Hard Drive
43
Removing a CD/DVD Drive
45
Installing a CD/DVD Drive
46
Floppy Drive (Optional)
47
Removing a Floppy Drive
47
Installing a Floppy Drive
48
Removing a Media Card Reader
50
Installing a Media Card Reader
51
Removing the Heat Sink Assembly
53
Installing the Heat Sink Assembly
53
Removing the Fan Assembly
54
Installing the Fan Assembly
55
Removing the Processor
55
Installing the Processor
56
Replacing the Modem
58
Removing the Power Supply
59
Replacing the Power Supply
60
Removing the System Board
60
Replacing the System Board
61
Removing the Front I/O Panel
62
Installing the I/O Panel
63
Replacing the Battery
64
Front Panel
65
Replacing the Computer Cover
67

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Table of Contents

1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

2 Optimizing Performance

3 Solving Problems

4 Troubleshooting Tools

5 Removing and Installing Parts

6 Appendix

Glossary

Index

Dell Dimension 9200C Owner's Manual (136 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

2 Solving Problems

3 Troubleshooting Tools

4 Removing and Installing Parts

5 Specifications

Index

Dell Dimension 9200C Service Manual (68 pages)

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