Dell OptiPlex GX745 Manuals

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Dell OptiPlex GX745 User'smanual (213 pages)

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.41 MB

Advanced Features
2
Legacyselect Technology Control
2
Dell Openmanage™ Applications
2
Physical Security
3
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
4
Security Management Software
4
Computer Tracking Software
5
About Smart Cards and Fingerprint Readers
5
Password Protection
5
Typing Your System Password
6
Deleting or Changing an Existing System Password
6
Assigning an Administrator Password
6
Disabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New Password
7
Entering System Setup
7
System Setup Screens
8
System Setup Options
8
Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
11
Booting to a USB Device
12
Jumper Settings
12
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
13
Clearing CMOS Settings
14
Hyper-Threading and Dual-Core Technology
14
Power Management
15
Replacing the Battery
16
Before You Begin
18
Recommended Tools
18
Turning off Your Computer
18
Before Working Inside Your Computer
18
Cleaning Your Computer
20
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
20
Floppy Drive
20
Cds and Dvds
21
About Your Desktop Computer
22
Front View
22
Back View
23
Back Panel Connectors
23
Inside Your Computer
24
System Board Components
25
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
26
PCI Cards
27
Removing a PCI Card
30
Installing a PCI Card in the Riser-Card Cage
31
Removing a PCI Card from the Riser-Card Cage
33
Removing the Processor
36
Installing the Processor
37
Removing an Optical Drive
41
Installing an Optical Drive
42
Floppy Drive and Media Card Reader
44
Removing a Hard Drive
46
Installing a Hard Drive
46
Removing the I/O Panel
49
Replacing the I/O Panel
49
Replacing the Power Supply
51
DC Power Connectors
52
Desktop Computer Specifications
56
Fcc Notices (U.s. Only)
60
FCC Class B
60
Finding Information
61
Getting Help
64
Obtaining Assistance
64
Online Services
64
Problems with Your Order
65
Product Information
65
Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
65
Before You Call
66
Contacting Dell
66
DDR2 Memory Overview
83
Removing Memory
84
Installing Memory
85
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
87
Installing an Expansion Card
88
Removing an Expansion Card
90
General Installation Guidelines
96
Connecting Drive Cables
96
Drive Interface Connectors
96
Power Cable Connectors
97
Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
97
Installing a Hard Drive
98
Adding a Second Hard Drive
100
Drive-Panel Inserts
101
Removing the Computer Cover
112
Mini Tower Computer Specifications
113
Microsoft® Windows® XP Features
116
Transferring Information to a New Computer
116
Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard with the Operating System CD
116
Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD
117
User Accounts and Fast User Switching
118
Setting up a Home and Office Network
118
Network Setup Wizard
119
Replacing the Computer Cover
120
Hard Drive
129
Small Form Factor Computer Specifications
143
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
146
About Your Small Form Factor Computer
147
Front View
147
Back View
148
Back Panel Connectors
148
Inside Your Computer
149
System Board Components
150
Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating System
151
What Is a Driver
151
Identifying Drivers
151
Using the Optional Drivers and Utilities CD
152
Using Microsoft Windows Xp System Restore
152
Creating a Restore Point
152
Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State
153
Undoing the Last System Restore
153
Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP
153
Reinstalling Windows XP
154
Solving Problems
156
Troubleshooting Tips
156
Battery Problems
156
Card Problems
156
Optical Drive Problems
157
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
158
Keyboard Problems
158
Fan Problems
159
Lockups and Software Problems
159
Media Card Reader Problems
160
Memory Problems
161
Mouse Problems
161
Network Problems
162
Power Problems
162
Printer Problems
163
Restoring Default Settings
163
Serial or Parallel Device Problems
164
Sound and Speaker Problems
164
No Sound from Speakers
164
No Sound from Headphones
165
Video and Monitor Problems
165
If the Screen Is Blank
165
If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
166
Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
167
Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
168
Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector
169
Replacing the System Board
170
Ultra Small Form Factor System Board Screws
171
Replacing the System Board: Mini Tower, Desktop, Small Form Factor and Ultra-Small Form Factor Computers
172
About Your Mini Tower Computer
174
Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities
179
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
179
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
180
System Lights
180
Diagnostic Lights
181
Beep Codes
182
Error Messages
183
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
185
About Your Ultra Small Form Factor Computer
187
Side View
188
Connecting a VGA Monitor
189
Connecting Two Monitors
189
Cable Cover (Optional)
190
Attaching the Cable Cover
190
Removing the Cable Cover
191
Connecting the Power Adapter
191
Module Bay
194
Installing a Device When Your Computer Is Turned off
194
Securing a Device in the Module Bay
196
Replacing a Hard-Drive Fan
205
Ultra Small Form Factor Computer Specifications
208
Warranty
212

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