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Dell Dimension T8144 User Manual

Dell Dimension T8144 User Manual (142 pages)

Dell Personal Computer User Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 5.13 MB

Table of Contents

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 Printer
    12
- Connecting to the Internet
  12
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    13
- Playing Cds and Dvds
  14
  - Adjusting the Volume
    15
  - Adjusting the Picture
    16
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  16
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    16
  - Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-Rws
    17
  - Helpful Tips
    17
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  18
- Connecting Two Monitors
  19
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  21
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    21
  - Network Setup Wizard
    22
- Power Management
  22
  - Standby Mode
    22
  - Hibernate Mode
    23
  - Power Options Properties
    23
- Hyper-Threading
  24
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
- 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
  - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
    46
- Drivers
  47
  - What Is a Driver
    47
  - Identifying Drivers
    48
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    48
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  49
- Restoring Your Operating System
  49
  - Using Microsoft ® Windows ® XP System Restore
    50
  - Using Dell™ PC Restore by Symantec
    51
4 Removing and Installing Parts

53
- Before You Begin
  53
- Front View of the Computer
  55
- Back View of the Computer
  57
- Removing the Computer Cover
  60
- 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
    65
  - Removing Memory
    66
- Cards
  67
  - PCI Cards
    67
  - PCI Express Cards
    72
- Drive Panel
  77
- Drives
  80
- Hard Drive
  82
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    83
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    84
  - Adding a Second Hard Drive
    85
- Floppy Drive
  86
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    86
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    88
- Media Card Reader
  90
  - Removing a Media Card Reader
    90
  - Installing a Media Card Reader
    92
- CD/DVD Drive
  93
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    94
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    96
- Battery
  98
  - Replacing the Battery
    98
- Replacing the Computer Cover
  99
5 Appendix

101
- Specifications
  101
- System Setup
  105
  - Overview
    105
  - Entering System Setup
    106
  - System Setup Options
    107
  - Boot Sequence
    111
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  113
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  114
- Cleaning Your Computer
  114
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    114
  - Mouse
    115
  - Floppy Drive
    115
  - Cds and Dvds
    116
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  116
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    116
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    117
- FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
  117
  - Class a
    117
  - Class B
    117
  - FCC Identification Information
    118
- Contacting Dell
  118
Index

137

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