Dell 200 - Manuals

Finding Information 9 Finding Information NOTE: Some features may not be available for your computer or in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? Find it Here • Warranty information• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)• Safety instructions...

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updat...

14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup, if you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. See the documentation that came with your printer. 3 At...

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 15 For information on installing a Media Card Reader, see "Installing a Media Card Reader" on page 83. To use the Media Card Reader: 1 Check the media or card to determine the proper orientation for insertion. 2 Slide the media or card into the appropriate ...

16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Changing the Display Settings 1 After you connect the TV, turn on the computer. The Microsoft ® Windows ® desktop displays on the monitor. 2 Enable clone mode or extended desktop mode in the display settings. • In clone mode, the monitor and TV display the same ...

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 17 Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft ® Windows ® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office. 1 Click the Start button, point...

18 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you do not have an MSN Explorer or AOL icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click the Start button and click Internet Explorer . The New Conne...

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 19 4 Press the eject button or gently push in the tray. To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to copy CDs, see the CD software that came with your computer. NOTE: Ensure that you follow all copyright laws when you create CDs.

20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer A CD player includes the following basic buttons: A DVD player includes the following basic buttons: For more information on playing CDs or DVDs, click Help on the CD or DVD player (if available). Play. Move backward within the current track. Pause. Move forward...

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21 Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the speakers are muted, you do not hear the CD or DVD playing. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs → Accessories → Entertainment , and then click Volume Control . 2 In the Volume Control window, click and drag the bar ...

22 Setting Up and Using Your Computer NOTE: Most commercial DVDs have copyright protection and cannot be copied using Sonic DigitalMedia. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs → Sonic → DigitalMedia Projects , and then click Copy . 2 Under the Copy tab, click Disc Copy . 3 To copy the CD o...

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 23 Helpful Tips • Use Microsoft ® Windows ® Explorer to drag and drop files to a CD-R or CD-RW only after you start Sonic DigitalMedia and open a DigitalMedia project. • Use CD-Rs to burn music CDs that you want to play in regular stereos. CD-RWs do not play in mos...

24 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Power Management The Microsoft ® Windows ® XP power management features can reduce the amount of electricity your computer uses when it is on and you are not using it. You can reduce power to just the monitor or the hard drive, or you can use standby mode or hib...

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 25 Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your hard drive with enough disk space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. If the computer’s hard drive becom...

26 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Advanced Tab The Advanced tab allows you to: • Place the power options icon in the Windows taskbar for quick access. • Set the computer to prompt you for your Windows password before the computer exits from standby mode or hibernate mode. • Program the power but...

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 27 Enabling the QRT Feature in System Setup The QRT drivers must be installed before this feature becomes active. These drivers are installed when this option is ordered. Also, Quick Resume is enabled in system setup when this feature is ordered. 1 Enter system set...

28 Setting Up and Using Your Computer To determine if your computer is using Hyper-Threading technology: 1 Click the Start button, right-click My Computer , and then click Properties . 2 Click Hardware and click Device Manager . 3 In the Device Manager window, click the plus (+) sign next to Process...

Solving Problems 29 Solving Problems Troubleshooting Tips Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, en...

30 Solving Problems CD and DVD drive problems NOTE: High-speed CD or DVD drive vibration is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in the drive or the CD or DVD. NOTE: Because of different regions worldwide and different disc formats, not all DVD titles work in all DVD drives. ...

Solving Problems 31 Hard drive problems E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . NOTE: Connect the modem to an analog telephone jack only. The modem does not operate...

32 Solving Problems Error Messages CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the message ...

Solving Problems 33 Media Card Reader Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instr...

34 Solving Problems Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructio...

Solving Problems 35 The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. A program stops responding A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD. A...

36 Solving Problems Other software problems Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N O R C O N T A C T T H E S O F T W A R E M A...

Solving Problems 37 Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . I F Y O U E X P E R I E N C E O T H E R M E M O R Y P R O B L E M S — • Reseat the memory modules (see page 66) to ensure that...

38 Solving Problems Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in th...

Solving Problems 39 Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer’s manufacturer. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I...

40 Solving Problems Scanner Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your scanner, contact the scanner’s manufacturer. C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R C...

Solving Problems 41 Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . No sound from speakers NOTE: The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. If you h...

42 Solving Problems No sound from headphones Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . NOTE: See the monitor documentation for troubleshooting procedures. If the screen is blan...

Solving Problems 43 If the screen is difficult to read T E S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I G H T S — See page 45. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T ...

48 Troubleshooting Tools Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Pro...

Troubleshooting Tools 49 NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 3 If you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the following table...

50 Troubleshooting Tools If you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. Windows XP 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel . 2 Under Pick a Category , click Performance and Maintenance . 3 Click Sy...

Troubleshooting Tools 51 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager . 4 Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver. 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver . 7 Click Install from...

54 Troubleshooting Tools 5 When prompted, click Finish to reboot the computer. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. Click Finish and let the computer completely reboot. 6 When prompted, click Yes . The computer restarts. Because the computer is restored to its original operating state, the ...

Removing and Installing Parts 55 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: • You have performed the steps in "Tur...

56 Removing and Installing Parts CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide . CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its me...

Removing and Installing Parts 57 Front and Back View of the Computer Front View NOTE: The front-panel door does not close when you are using certain Flash Media or IEEE 1394, USB, or headphone connectors. 2 3 5 4 1 6 12 8 9 7 11 10 1 CD/DVD drive eject button Press this button to eject a CD/DVD from...

Removing and Installing Parts 59 Back View 1 voltage selection switch See the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide for more information. 2 power connector Insert the power cable. 3 back panel connectors Plug IEEE 1394, USB and other devices into the appropriate connector. 4 card slot...

Removing and Installing Parts 61 Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide . 1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 55). 2 Ensure that your computer and attached devi...

62 Removing and Installing Parts NOTICE: Ensure that you are working on a level, protected surface to avoid scratching either the computer or the surface on which it is resting. 5 Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up. 6 Pull back the cover latch release on the top panel. 7...

Removing and Installing Parts 63 Inside View of Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide . CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before o...

64 Removing and Installing Parts System Board Components processor connector (CPU) memory module connectors (2, 4) power connector (ATXPWR1) memory module connectors (1, 3) RTC reset jumper (RTCRST) CD/DVD connector (IDE_OPT) power connector (ATXPWR1) modem connector video connector (VGA) password j...

Removing and Installing Parts 65 Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. Your computer supports unbuffered, non-ECC, DDR2 memory. NOTE: Buffered memory is not supported on this computer. DDR2 Memory Overview DDR2 memory modules should be install...

66 Removing and Installing Parts NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty. NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules fr...

68 Removing and Installing Parts 7 Replace the computer cover, (see page 93). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer. 8 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 9 Right-click the My Compute...

Removing and Installing Parts 69 Your Dell™ computer provides the following slots for PCI Express cards: • One PCI Express x16 card slot • One PCI Express x1 card slot NOTE: The slots for the PCI Express x16 and PCI Express x1 cards are half-height slots. If you are installing or replacing a PCI Exp...

70 Removing and Installing Parts 3 If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with step 5. 4 If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card...

Removing and Installing Parts 71 8 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot. 9 Before you close the card retention door, ensure that: • The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. • The notch in the top of...

72 Removing and Installing Parts 10 Close the card retention door by snapping it into place. NOTICE: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment. 11 Connect any cables that shoul...

Removing and Installing Parts 73 4 If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of...

74 Removing and Installing Parts Drive Interface Connectors Most interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion; that is, a notch or a missing pin on one connector matches a tab or a filled-in hole on the other connector. Serial ATA cables go to the pin-1 end of the connector. The pin-1 end of...

Removing and Installing Parts 75 Like IDE connectors, the serial ATA interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion; that is, a notch or a missing pin on one connector matches a tab or a filled-in hole on the other connector. Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this s...

76 Removing and Installing Parts Removing a Hard Drive 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 2 Press in on the blue tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out of the computer. 3 Disconnect the power and hard-drive cable from the drive. tabs (2) hard dri...

Removing and Installing Parts 77 Installing a Hard Drive 1 Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation. 2 Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer. NOTE: If your replacement hard drive does not have the plastic guide bracket attac...

78 Removing and Installing Parts 5 Gently slide the drive into place until you hear a click or feel the drive securely installed. 6 Replace the computer cover (page 93). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer. 7 Connect ...

80 Removing and Installing Parts Installing a CD/DVD Drive 1 Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation. Check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. If you are installing an IDE drive, configure the drive for the cable select set...

Removing and Installing Parts 81 4 Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents. 5 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). 6 Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on. 7 See the documentation that...

82 Removing and Installing Parts Removing a Media Card Reader 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 2 Remove the CD/DVD drive (see page 78). 3 Remove the hard drive (see page 76). 4 Disconnect the interface cable from the back of the Media Card Reader and from the Media C...

Removing and Installing Parts 83 5 Pull up on the drive release latch and slide the Media Card Reader towards the back of the computer. Then, lift to remove the drive from the computer. Installing a Media Card Reader 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 2 Remove the Medi...

Removing and Installing Parts 85 5 Replace the CD/DVD drive (see page 80). 6 Replace the hard drive (see page 77). 7 Replace the computer cover (see page 93). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable in to the network device and then plug it in to the computer. 8 Connect your compute...

86 Removing and Installing Parts 5 Disconnect the interface cable from the system board (see page 64). NOTE: The interface cable is held in place by the metal drive bracket and does not need to be removed from the drive. drive release latch floppy drive interface cable edge connector interface cable...

Removing and Installing Parts 87 Installing a Floppy Drive NOTE: The interface cable is held in place by the metal drive bracket and does not need to be removed from the drive. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 2 Gently slide the drive into place until you hear a clic...

Removing and Installing Parts 89 Modem CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide . NOTICE: Before you remove or install the modem, make sure to disconnect all telephone and network cables from your computer. NOTIC...

90 Removing and Installing Parts 2 Remove the existing modem: a Disconnect the modem cable from the modem. b Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the modem to the system board, and set the screws aside. c Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out o...

Removing and Installing Parts 91 6 To install a new modem cable and external modem connector: a Attach the modem cable to the external modem connector. a Align the external connector with the slot on the back on the computer. b Replace the screw that secures the external modem connector in place. c ...

92 Removing and Installing Parts CAUTION: A new battery can explode if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Replacing the Battery NOTE: For informat...

Removing and Installing Parts 93 10 Properly dispose of the old battery. See the Product Information Guide for battery disposal information. Replacing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information...

Appendix 95 Appendix Specifications Processor Processor types Intel ® Pentium ® 4 5 XXX and 6XXX processors with Hyper- Threading technology Pentium D 8XXX dual core processors (no Hyper-Threading) Intel Celeron ® D processors Level 1 (L1) cache 16 KB for Pentium 4 5 XXX and 6XXX processors and Cele...

Appendix 99 System Setup Overview Use system setup as follows: • To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password • To read the current amount of memory or set the type ...

100 Appendix Before you use system setup, it is recommended that you write down the system setup screen information for future reference. NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user, do not change the settings for this program. Certain changes can make your computer work incorrectly. Entering Sys...

Appendix 101 Options List — This field appears on the left side of the system setup window. The field is a scrollable list containing features that define the configuration of your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Scroll up and down the list with the...

102 Appendix System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on your computer, BIOS version, and installed devices, the items listed in this section may not appear, or may not appear exactly as listed. System System Info Lists system information such as the computer name, the BIOS version number and date, syst...

Appendix 103 USB Controller Set to On (default) so that USB devices will be detected and supported in the operating system. The No Boot option enables a USB controller, but it does not recognize a USB storage device. Video Primary Video This setting specifies which video controller is primary when t...

Appendix 105 Boot Sequence This feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices. NOTICE: If you modify any boot sequence settings, save the new settings to avoid losing the changes. Option Settings • Diskette Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the floppy drive. If the floppy disk ...

106 Appendix 4 Select a device and press <Enter>. For example, if you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press <Enter>. NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To make sure your device is bootable, check the device documentation. NOTE: You...

Appendix 107 Clearing Forgotten Passwords CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide . 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 2 To clear the password, remove the jumpers from pins...

108 Appendix NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer. 11 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. Clearing CMOS Settings CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, foll...

Appendix 109 NOTICE: Do not wipe the display screen with any soap or alcohol solution. Doing so may damage the antiglare coating. • To clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the monitor’s an...

110 Appendix Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default...

Appendix 111 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1 This device may not cause harmful interference. 2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTICE: The FCC reg...

128 Appendix U.S.A. (Austin, Texas) International Access Code: 011 Country Code: 1 Automated Order-Status Service toll-free: 1-800-433-9014 AutoTech (portable and desktop computers) toll-free: 1-800-247-9362 Technical Support (Dell TV, Printers, and Projectors ) for Relationship customers toll-free ...

Index 129 Index A audio. See sound B b at t ery problems, 29replacing, 91 BIOS, 99 boot sequence, 105 changing, 105-106option settings, 105 b o o t i n g to a USB device, 105 C c ards installing, 69removing, 72slots, 68types supported, 68 CD/DVD drive problems, 30 C D / DV D - RW d r i v e problems,...

130 Index 130 Index E e-mail problems, 31 End User License A greem ent, 9 ergonomics information, 9 error messages diagnostic lights, 45 F floppy drive installing, 87removing, 85 H hard drive installing, 77problems, 31removing, 76 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 48 Hard ware Troubleshooter, 51 Help and S...

Index 131 O operating system restoring, 51-52 P p as sw o rd clearing, 107jumper, 107 PC Restore, 51-52 PCI Express cards installing, 69removing, 72 playing CDs, 18DVDs, 18 p o w e r conserving, 24hibernate mode, 24, 26managing, 24options, 25options, advanced, 26options, hibernate, 26options, scheme...