Page 3 - Contents
Contents 1 Working on Your Computer................................................................................5 Before Working Inside Your Computer ................................................................................................ 5 Turning Off Your Computer .........................
Page 5 - Working on Your Computer; Before Working Inside Your Computer
1 Working on Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that the following conditions ex...
Page 6 - Turning Off Your Computer
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device. 3. Disconnect all network cables from the computer. 4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 5. Press and hold the power but...
Page 7 - After Working Inside Your Computer
After Working Inside Your Computer After you complete any replacement procedure, ensure you connect any external devices, cards, and cables before turning on your computer. 1. Replace the cover. CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into t...
Page 8 - Installing the Accessories; Installing the Power Adapter
2 Installing the Accessories This section provides detailed information on how to install the following accessories: • Power Adapter• Dell OptiPlex Micro Dual VESA Mount• Dell OptiPlex Micro VESA Mount• Dell OptiPlex Micro Vertical Stand• Dell OptiPlex Micro Console with DVD-RW• Dell OptiPlex Micro ...
Page 9 - Installing the Dell OptiPlex Micro Dual VESA Mount
Installing the Dell OptiPlex Micro Dual VESA Mount Recommended Screws: Screw Type Used in M4 x L10 mm, Pan head screw Monitor Prerequisite : Install the power adapter. 1. Align the dual VESA mount behind the monitor and tighten the screws to secure the dual VESA mount to the monitor. 2. Perform the ...
Page 11 - Installing the Dell OptiPlex Micro VESA Mount
5. Tighten the screws to secure the arm stand to the dual VESA mount. Installing the Dell OptiPlex Micro VESA Mount Recommended Screws : Screw Type Used in M4 x L10 mm, Pan head screw Monitor 11
Page 12 - Installing the Dell OptiPlex Micro Vertical Stand
ST4 x L13 mm, Wooden screw Wooden table Prerequisite : Install the power adapter. 1. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Tighten the screws to secure the VESA mount to the table.b. Slide the computer into the VESA mount [1].c. Tighten the screw to secure the computer to the V...
Page 13 - Installing the Dell OptiPlex Micro Console with DVD-RW
Installing the Dell OptiPlex Micro Console with DVD-RW Recommended Screws : Screw Type Used in ST4 x 13 mm, Wooden screw Wooden table 1. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Loosen the screws that secure the cover to the optical drive console [1].b. Slide and lift the cover up...
Page 23 - Removing and Installing Components; Front and Back View; Removing the Cover
3 Removing and Installing Components This section provides detailed information on how to remove or install the components from your computer. Front and Back View Figure 1. Front and Back View 1. power button or power light 2. hard-drive activity light 3. headset connector 4. microphone connector 5....
Page 24 - Installing the Cover
3. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Remove the screw that secures the cover to the computer [1].b. Slide the cover outwards [2].c. Lift the cover up to remove it from the computer [3]. Installing the Cover 1. Align the cover to its original position on the computer. 2. Tig...
Page 25 - Removing the Processor Fan Module
Removing the Processor Fan Module 1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer . 2. Remove the cover . 3. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Press the securing tabs on the sides [1].b. Slide the processor fan module outwards [2].c. Lift the processor fan m...
Page 27 - Removing the Hard Drive
5. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer . Removing the Hard Drive 1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer . 2. Remove the cover . 3. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Press the securing tabs to release the hard-drive assembly [...
Page 28 - Installing the Hard Drive; Removing the HDMI or DisplayPort Connector Board
Installing the Hard Drive 1. Insert the hard drive into the hard-drive bracket. 2. Align and place the hard-drive assembly to its slot on the computer. 3. Install the cover . 4. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer . Removing the HDMI or DisplayPort Connector Board 1. Follow t...
Page 29 - Installing the HDMI or DisplayPort Connector Board; Removing the PS2 and Serial Connector Board
Installing the HDMI or DisplayPort Connector Board 1. Place the HDMI or DisplayPort connector board into its slot. 2. Tighten the screws to secure the HDMI or DisplayPort connector board to the base panel. 3. Connect the cable to the HDMI or DisplayPort connector board. 4. Install the cover . 5. Fol...
Page 31 - Removing the Processor; Installing the Processor; Removing the WLAN Card
Removing the Processor 1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer . 2. Remove the:a. hard drive b. cover 3. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Press the release lever down [1].b. Move the lever outward to release it from the retention hook that secures i...
Page 34 - Installing the Coin-Cell Battery; System Board Layout
Installing the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Place the coin-cell battery into its slot on the system board. 2. Press the coin-cell battery downward to secure it. 3. Install the:a. HDMI board b. hard drive c. cover 4. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer . System Board Layout The follow...
Page 35 - Removing the System Board
3. speaker connector 4. memory connectors (SODIMM sockets) 5. WLAN connector 6. heat sink 7. slot M2 connector 8. SATA HDD connector 9. coin-cell battery 10. HDMI or display port connector11. PS2 and serial port connector Removing the System Board 1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Yo...
Page 36 - Installing the System Board
4. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration.a. Slide the system board to release it from the computer [1,2].b. Lift the system board away from the computer [3]. Installing the System Board 1. Place the system board inside the chassis. 2. Tighten the screws to secure the system board ...
Page 37 - System Setup; Boot Sequence; Navigation Keys
4 System Setup System Setup enables you to manage your computer hardware and specify BIOS ‐ level options. From the System Setup, you can: • Change the NVRAM settings after you add or remove hardware• View the system hardware configuration• Enable or disable integrated devices• Set performance and p...
Page 38 - System Setup Options
Table 1. 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. <Ta...
Page 48 - Updating the BIOS
Table 13. System Logs Option Description BIOS events Displays the system event log and allows you to clear the log.• Clear Log Updating the BIOS 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 ba...
Page 49 - System and Setup Password; Assigning a System Password and Setup Password
System and Setup Password You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your computer. Password Type Description System password Password that you must enter to log on to your system. Setup password Password that you must enter to access and make changes to the BIOS settings of you...
Page 51 - Specifications
5 Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start (Start icon) → Help and Support , and then select the option to view information about your computer. Table 15. Processor Feature Specification Processor type • Intel C...
Page 55 - Contacting Dell
6 Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, ...