Dell Dimension 5100C Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Dell Dimension 5100C. We have 3 Dell Dimension 5100C manuals available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual, Service Manual, Setup

Dell Dimension 5100C Owner's Manual (128 pages)

Dell Desktop Computer Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 2.81 MB

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

13
- Setting up a Printer
  13
  - Printer Cable
    13
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    14
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  14
- Connecting a TV (Optional)
  15
  - Changing the Display Settings
    16
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  16
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    16
  - Network Setup Wizard
    17
- Connecting to the Internet
  17
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    17
- Playing a CD or DVD
  18
  - Adjusting the Volume
    21
  - Adjusting the Picture
    21
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  21
- Power Management
  23
  - Standby Mode
    23
  - Hibernate Mode
    24
  - Power Options Properties
    24
- Hyper-Threading
  25
2 Solving Problems

27
- Troubleshooting Tips
  27
- Battery Problems
  27
- Drive Problems
  27
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    28
  - Hard Drive Problems
    29
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  29
- Error Messages
  30
- Media Card Reader Problems
  31
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
  31
- Keyboard Problems
  32
- Lockups and Software Problems
  32
- Memory Problems
  34
- Mouse Problems
  35
- Network Problems
  36
- Power Problems
  36
- Printer Problems
  37
- Scanner Problems
  38
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  39
  - No Sound from Speakers
    39
  - No Sound from Headphones
    40
- Video and Monitor Problems
  40
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    40
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    41
3 Troubleshooting Tools

43
- Diagnostic Lights
  43
- Dell Diagnostics
  46
  - When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
    46
  - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
    46
- Drivers
  47
  - What Is a Driver
    47
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    48
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  49
- Restoring Your Operating System
  49
  - Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
    49
4 Removing and Installing Parts

53
- Before You Begin
  53
- Front and Back View of the Computer
  55
  - Front View
    55
  - Back View
    57
- Removing the Computer Cover
  59
- Inside View of Your Computer
  61
- System Board Components
  62
- Memory
  63
  - DDR2 Memory Overview
    63
  - Addressing Memory with 4-GB Configurations
    64
  - Installing Memory
    64
  - Removing Memory
    66
- Cards
  66
  - PCI Express Cards
    67
- Drives
  71
- Hard Drive
  73
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    73
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    75
- CD/DVD Drive
  76
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    76
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    78
- Media Card Reader
  79
  - Removing a Media Card Reader
    80
  - Installing a Media Card Reader
    81
- Floppy Drive (Optional)
  83
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    83
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    85
- Modem
  87
  - Replacing the External Modem Connector
    88
- Battery
  89
  - Replacing the Battery
    90
- Replacing the Computer Cover
  91
5 Appendix

93
- Specifications
  93
- System Setup
  97
  - Overview
    97
  - Entering System Setup
    98
  - System Setup Options
    99
  - Boot Sequence
    102
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  103
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  104
- Cleaning Your Computer
  105
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    105
  - Mouse
    105
  - Cds and Dvds
    106
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  106
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    106
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    107
- FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
  107
  - Class a
    107
  - Class B
    107
  - FCC Identification Information
    108
- Contacting Dell
  108
Index

125

Dell Dimension 5100C Service Manual (47 pages)

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 3.07 MB

Troubleshooting Tools
2
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
2
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
2
System Lights
3
Diagnostic Lights
3
Beep Codes
4
Before You Begin
6
Getting Started
6
Recommended Tools
6
Turning off Your Computer
6
Before Working Inside Your Computer
6
Replacing the Computer Cover
8
Removing 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
Installing a PCI Express Card
12
Removing a PCI Express Card
14
Hard Drive
14
Removing a Hard Drive
15
Installing a Hard Drive
15
Removing a CD/DVD Drive
16
Installing a CD/DVD Drive
17
Floppy Drive (Optional)
18
Removing a Floppy Drive
18
Installing a Floppy Drive
19
Removing a Media Card Reader
20
Installing a Media Card Reader
21
Heat Sink Assembly
22
Fan Assembly
23
Removing the Processor
24
Installing the Processor
24
Replacing the Modem
25
Replacing the External Modem Connector
26
Removing the Power Supply
27
Replacing the Power Supply
28
Removing the System Board
28
Replacing the System Board
29
Front I/O Panel
30
Replacing the Battery
31
Specifications
32
Entering System Setup
35
System Setup Screens
35
System Setup Options
35
Option Settings
37
Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
37
Boot Sequence
37
Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots
38
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
38
Clearing CMOS Settings
39
Technical Overview
40
Front View
40
Back View
41
Inside View of Your Computer
43
System Board Components
43
Jumper Settings
43
Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
44
DC Power Connector P1
44
DC Power Connector P2
45
DC Power Connector P3
45

Dell Dimension 5100C Setup (2 pages)

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